Inner Child painted by Susanne Wiechert
You have a Soul, which communicates with you, to guide you through life.
Unfortunately you forget that you have your inner guidance, because of the hassle and bustle of living life nowadays. It is easier to focus on what next and not take the time to sit and simply be! Slowing down and quietening your mind has many benefits.
I am sure you know how hard it is to simply sit and not be distracted by everyday life. There never seems to be enough time in the day. We are living in a culture of always being on the go, of having to pack as much as possible in a day. If you don’t get everything done you beat yourself up which is not conducive to a happy life.
Stillness and relaxation
If you are fed up with the constant stress and worry, and the judgemental voice in your head, then it is time to stop and give yourself some quiet time. After all your world isn’t going to collapse around you, if you do!
Now take a deep breath in and slowly allow yourself to relax as you breathe out. Doesn’t that feel better already? You can feel your body relaxing as you continue to breathe in and out, notice how your body is willing to let go of any tension when you allow yourself to stop and relax for a moment. I am sure your thoughts are still coming, let them but know, they don’t need to stay.
Listen to Your Inner Child
Now you are more relaxed let me introduce you to your Inner Child…
Whilst you may not agree, I believe your inner child is your soul. Who has lived your life with you, and knows what it has been like, but also knows how much better it can be for you, if only you would slow down and listen to your inner child.
When you meditate or bring your focus to your heart, where your soul resides you can communicate with your inner child, a great way to do so is to ask… “What do I need to know?” It may take time to connect with your inner child, but that is fine, after all you have been so busy you have forgotten how to still your mind, and let your thoughts pass through, without stopping and distracting you.
I suggest during your day, you take a few minutes to breathe in and out, whilst focusing on your heart and ask the question “what do I need to know about….?” Accept the first thing that comes to mind, it can be a word, an imagine, a feeling, or you may even see a video playing.
Don’t get frustrated or annoyed because you don’t get an answer straight away, it may take time.
Realise what you receive may need to be interpreted as your inner child will only be able to communicate in a way that allows you to understand by using what you already know. Don’t take what you receive at face value necessarily.
An example could be a beach, with a choppy sea, which could mean you need to relax, have a break, even if only for 5 minutes, or it could be to check how you are feeling as water is about emotions. Is how you are feeling affecting how you are communicating with others?
Take the time to connect to your heart, with the intention of listening to your inner child, your soul, and see what happens.