 No matter our age, there's a young and vulnerable part of ourselves that craves love and acceptance. During our childhood, when things went wrong and our parents consistently expressed their disapproval, we often internalized the belief that we were at fault. We began to think that if we could just get everything right, our parents would love us and spare us from punishment. As time went on, we started believing something's inherently wrong with me. I'm not deserving enough. These false beliefs lingered into adulthood, leading us to reject ourselves. Within each of us resides both a parent and a child. Unfortunately, the inner parent constantly scolds the child. If we pay attention to our inner thoughts, we can hear the constant criticism and reproach. The parent within us is quick to point out our flaws and inadequacies. To heal, we must nurture our inner child by allowing our inner parent to become more compassionate and supportive. What strategies have you found effective in healing your inner child?