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..
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?
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… Read more »
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.