Emotions & Your Inner Child: Time to Play, Heal, and Feel

Time to Play, Heal, and Feel

Remember the last time you saw a kid just being a kid? Maybe they were laughing uncontrollably at something silly or throwing a tantrum over the most insignificant thing. And in those moments, there’s something so pure, so raw. They’re living fully in their emotions whether it’s joy, frustration, or wonder.

Well, guess what? That little bundle of emotions still lives inside you! Yep, your inner child is hanging out, probably waiting for you to reconnect, laugh a little, and – here’s the important part – heal.

What Exactly is the Inner Child?

Think of your inner child as the part of you that still holds onto all the magic (and some of the baggage) from when you were younger. It’s the playful, curious side of you, but also the side that remembers feeling scared, hurt, or misunderstood. This inner kid can show up in your adult life in all sorts of ways especially through your emotions.

How Emotions & the Inner Child Are BFFs

Your inner child is always connected to your emotions. The things you feel today? Chances are, a lot of them have roots in your childhood. That time you were left out on the playground might still affect how you feel about being left out as an adult. Or the way you felt when your favorite toy was taken might reflect how you feel about losing things now (including people or opportunities).

But here’s the good news: your inner child also holds onto the joy, freedom, and creativity from your youth. When you reconnect with that part of yourself, you can tap into those beautiful emotions again.

Why Should You Care?

Because healing your inner child can help you feel more at peace in your grown-up life. You get to understand why certain things trigger you (like why you might feel extra-sensitive to rejection), and more importantly, you learn to nurture yourself the way you needed to be nurtured back then.

But reconnecting with your inner child isn’t all about healing old wounds. It’s also about rediscovering the magic of play! 🌈 When was the last time you laughed for no reason or let yourself dream big, wild dreams like you did as a kid? Your inner child is all about that kind of joy!

How Do You Reconnect? Let’s Play!

1. Have Fun! Start by doing something you loved as a kid. Did you love drawing, dancing, or just being silly? Give yourself permission to do those things again without judgment.
2. Embrace Your Emotions. If your inner child wants to cry or feels hurt, let them. Feeling your feelings is key to healing. Imagine you're comforting yourself like you would comfort a child, compassionately and gently.
3. Talk to Your Inner Kid. Sounds weird, but try it! Sit down, close your eyes, and ask your inner child what they need. You might be surprised by the answers.
4. Be Silly Again. Do something ridiculous just for the heck of it. Blow bubbles, jump on a trampoline, or color outside the lines! It’s a fast pass to reconnecting with that playful part of you.

Wrapping It All Up with a Hug (Because Your Inner Child Loves Hugs!)

At the end of the day, your inner child is here to remind you that life is meant to be felt – the highs, the lows, and everything in between. So go ahead, reconnect with that part of you. Laugh, cry, play, and heal. Your inner child will thank you and so will your future self.

~ Crystallynne 🌟

 Let’s keep the conversation going: What’s one fun thing you remember doing as a kid that you’d love to bring back into your life? Drop it in the comments!