We all deserve the space to heal. It’s easy to assume that your inner child is just a cute concept, some vague idea about the younger version of yourself. Yet understanding our inner child helps us ...

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In psychotherapy, the inner child is a part of the psyche that feels like a person’s childhood self. Inner child therapy refers to practices that aim to heal a wounded inner child. Inner child therapy ...

Children are prone to scrapes on the playground, as well as bumps and bruises, especially as they become more mobile and learn their body's limits. These wounds generally heal or leave small scars ...

Have you ever struggled to set boundaries with a partner? Or needed reassurance on first dates? Thought leaders in psychology and personal development are now, after some inspection, attributing these ...

In this blog we acknowledge the grinding tedium of the quest for a better life, and provide tips for adopting a more miserable one instead. (Those recalcitrants unwilling to relinquish the upward path ...

Everyone says we should take care of our inner child. For some of us, that may involve reparenting or learning to prioritize self-care. For others, it’s a way to tap into joy, confidence, and ...

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Your inner child is the part of you that's defined by your experiences while growing up. If you've experienced trauma, your inner child may need a bit of extra attention and care. Working with a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Everyone has a childhood memory—or many—that haunts them. It could be anything from a small hiccup like ...