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Inner child exercises


After a tough day(week) at work, you catch a glance of yourself in the mirror and feel frustrated with your appearance. Instead of sinking into hopelessness, you ask your inner child what they need. You fill a tub with warm, bubbly water and toss in a rubber ducky and a toy teapot—just like when you were little. As you soak and play, your mood shifts, and when you look in the mirror again, you see a refreshed, kinder version of yourself.


Another day, you spend hours preparing a special dinner for your sister, only for her to cancel at the last minute. Disappointment and anger creep in, but instead of indulging in negativity, you treat yourself as the guest of honour. You light candles and enjoy the meal slowly, toasting to yourself with each bite. By the end, you feel grateful for your own company.


These moments are disguised pleas from your inner child—listen closely, and you’ll find a path to self-compassion and healing.


Inner Child Exercises:


  • Carry a childhood photo in your purse or wallet. Periodically, reflect on how you felt at that time. After a week, switch to a photo from a different age and repeat.

  • Real-life activities:

    • Hugging a teddy bear or another stuffed animal

    • Going to the zoo

    • Engaging in any other activity you enjoyed as a child

  • Embrace a childlike spirit while doing these activities. Your feelings will reveal your attitude toward your inner child.


Start caring for yourself. 

Become your own good parent.



The anxiety &Phobia Workbook-Edmund J. Bourne.

Photo by Markus Spiske on Unsplash

 


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