It took me a year before I was able to talk to my inner child & even then, just being ‘nice’ to myself & talking positively, felt SO bloody awkward..
Every session my therapist would remind me that this was something I needed to do and each session, I thought, okay this time, this time I’ll do it, & then of course, I never did.
Talking down to myself was my normal. I criticised everything I did and put myself down all the time.
Then one day, I decided I had had enough.
I was sick of the extreme emotional ups and downs, I was sick of the suppressed anger, sadness & blame. I was sick of turning to food whenever I felt rejected or abandoned.
I started small, correcting negative self talk, reassuring myself (the child) when I was anxious, sad, depressed etc. Once that felt normal, I’d talk directly to her as if we were having a back and fourth conversation.
Eventually, this became a ‘easy & normal thing’ I did...
Now when I find myself reacting to situations where I don’t feel in control of my emotions, I pause, hold that inner child and reassure her about whatever the situation is.
This has changed my life & I’m so glad I finally had the courage to take action & try it out for myself!
I encourage you to take some time to tap into yourself, connect with a younger you & see how you can help each other 🤗
I promise you, though it might sound utterly crazy, it’s incredible transformative !
Sending Love & Light your way 💜
