This post is all about how to reconnect with your inner child.

In the middle of our daily routines and obligations, it’s easy to lose sight of the carefree spirit we once were as children. However, just because we are not kids anymore doesn’t mean that part of ourselves is gone.

It’s easy to get caught up in the routines and obligations of daily life, but taking time to reconnect with your inner child can bring a sense of lightness and joy back into your world. 

By embracing your inner child, you can rediscover simple pleasures, unleash your imagination, and approach challenges with a fresh perspective.

That is why in this blog post we’ll explore 10 best ideas to help you reconnect with your inner child. From engaging in playful activities to embracing spontaneity and cultivating a sense of wonder in everyday moments, these simple yet powerful practices will help you uncover your younger self.

Your inner child, in simple terms, represents your most vulnerable, pure, and unfiltered self. In other words, it’s who you used to be as a child before everything that happened to you turned you into who you are today.

And even though we could argue that what we’ve been through has changed us from the kids we used to be, the essence of that little child is still within us.

That little kid filled with dreams, hopes, and imaginary friends lives inside of us, accompanying us throughout the days’ challenges, even when we forget about her.

Reconnecting with your inner child can be a magical journey toward rediscovering joy, creativity, and a sense of wonder in your life. In today’s world, it’s easy to get caught up in responsibilities and adulting, but nurturing that connection with your inner child can bring a sense of lightness and playfulness back into your routine.

Why is your inner child important?

But Sofia, how can taking care of your inner child heal your relationship with yourself?

• It helps you heal past wounds and traumas. Your inner child holds onto memories from when you were growing up, both the good stuff and the not-so-good stuff. By giving that little kid inside you some TLC, you can work through any leftover emotional wounds and find some peace of mind.
• Helps you reconnect with your inner joy and creativity. One of the things that most characterizes kids it’s their imagination and wonder for the world around them. So when you bring into your routine activities that reconnect with your inner child you are taping back into those qualities to add more fun and excitement to your daily life.
• Improve your self-esteem and acceptance. In simple words your inner child represents your truest self, the part of us that is innocent, and vulnerable. Acknowledging this part of ourselves makes us more kind and emphatic with not only others but most importantly ourselves improving our self-esteem and feeling more at ease with who we are, ”imperfections” included.
• Improves your emotional intelligence. As we just said your inner child represents your vulnerable side. So when you take the time to get to know this part of yourself, you start to understand your emotions better. You learn to recognize what triggers you, how you react to things, and how to handle all those feelings inside you.
• And finally, it’s a way of self-care. Whether it’s indulging in your favorite childhood pastimes, giving yourself permission to play, or simply being gentle with yourself when things get tough, taking care of your inner child is like giving yourself a big hug.

And now onto the good stuff, how exactly can you reconnect with your inner child?

Before we begin I do want to say it all comes down to going back to the things you loved as a child.

Think back to the games you used to play, the movies you saw on repeat, the dreams you wished to accomplish one day, etc.

All these things can help you go back to your childhood, to your roots and ultimately uncover that little child hidden inside you.

If you find it hard to come up with these ideas, here are a couple of journal prompts to help you along the way:

• Reflect on activities that brought you joy and excitement as a child. What were your favorite games, hobbies, or imaginative play scenarios?
• Think back to the moments in your childhood when you felt most carefree and uninhibited. What were you doing during those times?
• Imagine yourself as your younger self. What activities would bring that same sense of wonder and adventure into your life now?
• Write about a cherished childhood memory involving play or creativity. How can you incorporate elements of that memory into your current routine?
• Consider the activities that made you lose track of time as a child. How can you reintroduce some of those elements into your adult life?
• Explore your current interests and hobbies. Are there any connections between these activities you enjoyed as a child?
• Write a letter to your inner child, asking them what activities they miss the most. Reflect on how you can bring them back now.
• Brainstorm a list of playful activities that your younger self would enjoy. Try to include a mix of physical, creative, and imaginative hobbies.

10 Ideas to reconnect with your inner child

• Create a blanket fort. We all remember the joy and emotions of creating our own little forts in the middle of the living room. A special place where we could close our eyes and imagine any and all parallel worlds. Take those sofa cushions, bring the blanket and most importantly don’t forget about the snacks. Hide yourself from the world in your own little fort for a couple of hours. You could bring some books, coloring materials, etc.
• Have an artistic playdate. From coloring books to painting a portrait or doing a ceramic vase, the choice is yours!
• Movie marathon- bonus points if you include your favorite Disney/Pixar movies as a child.
• DIY craft project. I know you remember those little DIY projects you filled your house with. Whether they were making friendship bracelets, decorating cookies, or building model airplanes, there’s something so calming about creating something with your own hands.
• Do a puzzle. No seriously, when was the last time you sat down and made an entire puzzle from start to finish?
• Go star or cloud gazing. Whether it’s during the day or at night, it’s a chance to slow down, be present, and reconnect with the natural world.
• Host a slumber party with your friends. Just pick a date, invite your friends over, and get ready for a night of snacks, games, and gossiping.
• Organize a board games night. Whether it’s classic board games like Monopoly or Scrabble, or my personal favorites like Settlers of Catan or Ticket to Ride forget about the outside world for a minute and let your competitive side take over.
• Karaoke Dance Party: Turn your living room into a dance party and sign out your favorite songs with a karaoke machine or a playlist with some of your favorite songs. 
• Start a memory jar where you write down and collect happy memories, funny moments, or things you’re grateful for on small pieces of paper. That way any time you are feeling down you can pick up the jar and remember some of your happiest moments.

One of the best ways you can work on your relationship with yourself is by reconnecting with your inner child. Not only because you have the ability to heal past traumas, but because in a way you are also taking care of yourself.

When it comes to this form of self care remember there are no rules, or steps set in stone. It all comes down to going back to the things that remind you of your childhood and overall welcome again the joy of being a kid, even in your adult life. 

So let yourself be inspired by these 10 ideas to reconnect with your inner child and let the playdates begin again!