We all have an inner child – the part of us that is still innocent, shy, curious, creative, and open to the world.
It is this part of us that infuses our life with spontaneity, play, joy, and wonder. But it’s also this part of us that carries our deepest sorrows, fears, anger, and hurts.
Most of us go through life totally unaware of this inner part of us. We seem to carry a very two-dimensional idea about who we are, not realizing that we are composed of many different parts.
What is the Inner Child? (& the Benefits of Doing This Work)
The inner child is one of our most ancient parts. In fact, our inner child represents our original self – the identity that originally blossomed into this world.
When we are oblivious to our inner child, we’re also totally unconscious of their needs, desires, and wounds. It is then that we play out self-sabotaging patterns and repeat unconscious habits, not knowing that they are all rooted in the inner child.
By becoming aware of your inner child and what they are trying to tell you, you will develop more self-respect, self-love, and inner groundedness.
You’ll become more capable of listening to your authentic needs, develop the ability to undo old harmful patterns, and find the clarity to pursue your true life purpose.
On a spiritual level, reconnecting with your inner child helps you to heal the heart chakra and feel more physically, emotionally, and mentally safe in this world. As such, learning to embrace your inner child is a powerful form of down-to-earth spiritual practice that can immensely deepen and enrich your spiritual journey by helping you to awaken your heart.
How to Connect With Your Inner Child
The best way to reconnect with your inner child is through a practice known as inner child work.
In inner child work, we actively seek to reconnect with this innocent and oftentimes wounded part of us through a variety of self-nurturing practices.
You can think of this test as an introduction or even initiation into inner child work. It will give you a place to start and something to focus your attention on.
As always, don’t take our word as the final authority. If you feel that your inner child is trying to tell you something that’s even more important than what this test reveals, by all means, listen to that inner voice instead and go exploring!
Also, please don’t be afraid of reaching out for professional help. You can also take a look at our Inner Child Journal if you need a structured, supportive, and compassionate way to begin this crucial work.
Inner Child Test
I hope you enjoy this inner child test. Feel free to share it with others if you find it beneficial and revealing. And, of course, share what result you got below!
What did you get?
Share your result in the comments below!
My inner child is trying to tell me that I need to be seen and validated.
I need to be nurtured. So true.
Mine said that I need space to grieve.. SO crazy.. Ive had a hell of a time since my sisters death in 2019..
Mine also said I needed space to grieve and I’m not sure why. I had a hard cry though.
My little girl said I need I to play more and it made a little sad. I even got a little misty eyed.
I did the test but nothing came up, do i need to be a member in order to get a result?
No, our tests are free. Usually it’s a browser or device issue, try changing one of those and try again.
There’s a box for you to join but underneath it says SKIP THIS STEP. That will then provide your results.
Mines says I need space to grieve
It said I am living in an environment and have people in my life thag are toxic. Now how could this simple test know my environment and the situation I am in because it is exactly true.
I need to slow down
Result: I need to grief!
I tried John Bradshaw’s book but found it to be too long. I have done a lot of reading on childhood PTSD. Seen a psychiatrist for 20 years and use antidepressants, stimulants, benzodiazepines and antipsychotics which I recently cut as it made me a zombie. And hard to breathe. I did the ACE test too and 9 out of 10 is the score. Born in the Netherlands raised in a DV home I recognize all of the symptoms you wrote. I feel my inner child every day and night. It is constantly crying as before I was constantly angry and I mean like a vulcano. I recently witnessed the incredible suffering of my brother’s death after trying orthodox medicine for 6 years. My brother grew up with me and we were very close trying to protect each other when 4 and 5. There is a lot more. Three months later my dad passed away and suffocated to his death. Overdosed by his new wife of 6 years. She was very cruel and did not like me at all cause she was after my dad’s money and assets. His children were a threat especially myself who stayed close to him when I could. Then in January 2023 I witnessed my hubby dying of an overdose and my inner world has collapsed and turned to ash. I am physically ill, spiritually and psychologically. I wish to die myself but staying on earth as my adult daughter, 4 grandchildren and my adult son both working enormous hard. My boy like to purchase a home for me and himself. So kind. But I have come to a point that nothing really matters. No material, no people nothing this world can offer me. I always thought my spiritual beliefs and Christ kept me alive but also have doubts. My psychiatrist told me I had many lives and I should have been passed on with all the trauma I suffered and still do. I have forgiven my parents for awhile but don’t want contact with my mom. She is still abusive and a strong trigger for me. It took me decades to have the courage to do this. My family moved to Canada when I was 17. I lost all of my friends and grandparents where I felt safe and accepted and even loved. I don’t trust easy, am in a constant freeze mode. I was homeless for awhile and felt more safe then here in my own home. My sleep is very disturbing and I am at the end of my rope. As a child I loved flowers, trees, butterflies, everything in nature. I would try to please my mom with picked flowers etc. I have a great wonder for the universe and the possibility of multi universes. Stars even though none to be found here in Red Deer AB , perhaps 1 or 2 sometimes. My dad was very interested in astronomy and a member of a club but never took me not knowing who I really was. Anyhow you get my drift.
Helpless and powerless.
I’m sorry you’re going through all that Jade, I can’t imagine how hard that must be.
I’m not sure if you’ve tried a contemplative practice like meditation. Finding a way to make some internal space, that allows you to be present with all that grief, but without being overwhelmed by it, can be immensely valuable. You realize that you, who you really are, is influenced by those experiences, but is not defined by them.
I wish you healing lovely. 💜
Please don’t feel powerless. I know life can throw some pretty rough hurdles, and it can feel like ‘why, haven’t I been dealt enough?!!’ But I can promise you, things can improve and you can find your happiness.
It took me 27 years of pain and suffering and repeatedly finding myself in abuse situations in which I thought it must have been me who was faulty since nobody else jumped from one abuser to the next.
I stopped talking to my parents 7 years ago now. They cut me out, but it’s actually been the best thing for me. I only finally forgave my mother 2 months ago now, although most people don’t understand why I would do that when she did so many horrible and disgusting things to me…. I had to! So I could find MY wings and realise I can fly. I was also homeless for a while, and I have a ‘little’ version of me who I dissociate into often and there were a lot of nasty creeps at the shelter. I’m so happy and grateful I now have stable accomodation, and I can honestly say I have been happy for 1.5 years now, and my spiritual transformation is flying along because of all the inner work I’ve done.
5 years ago I would have though I’d be dead by now, life was never worth it, always pain and struggles, didn’t think life was for me.
but I proved myself wrong and I am SO GRATEFUL each and every day for the gift of life that I receive. The power of thought and positive thinking, positive feeling, positive creating of your external life goes a long long way. I used to think power of thought was a crock of trash, ‘oh if I could change my life just by thinking positively, I would have done that years ago.’ I obviously wasn’t ready then, but that’s okay.
I now radiate Love and Light and I love to fill the room with as much happiness as I can because I know my positive vibes will be shared with anyone who needs a Light to be shone for them to show the way.
anything can happen, please do not give up on yourself, you have come so far and the pain will not destroy you forever, from one *damaged and neglected* warrior to another 🙌🏼 you’ve got the strength, think of what the little you has gotten you through so far. I often talk to my little me and remind her how proud I am and tell her I’m super impressed at how strong and smart she is. She’s my little intuitive angel, she knows things that blow me away! You can learn a lot from your inner child if you get to know them ✨ take care 🙌🏼 don’t give up.
I need to grieve 😭. I know. I just purchased Inner Child workbook and I started sobbing just reading the 1st and 2nd questions. My happiest and saddest memories. I couldn’t continue.
You are blessed for the ability to FEEL emotions and sob them away. It is therapeutic. Society teaches us that we must suppress our feelings and emotions. But your inner child is definitely present and has some things to share with you which will help the both of you heal through. I just spoke to my own inner child tonight and she helped me a great deal and allowed me to also heal her from my past horrible upbringing.