Welcome,
This is a space for you,
A space to rest,
To reconnect,
To remember who you are beneath the armor.
Today we're going on a journey to meet your inner child,
That untouched,
Feeling,
Curious part of you that's always been there.
Let's begin by finding a comfortable position,
Sitting or lying down,
Whatever allows your body to release.
Take a deep breath in,
And let it out slowly.
Slowly,
Let the exhale soften your shoulders,
Your jaw,
Your chest.
Another breath in,
And release.
This time is for you.
Bring your awareness to your feet.
Feel the contact they make with the floor,
The ground,
The earth.
Let that connection root you,
Like strong tree roots,
Anchoring you safely.
Now slowly scan your body from the ground up.
Notice your legs,
Your hips,
Your stomach.
If there's tension,
You don't have to fix it.
Just notice it,
Breathe into it.
Feel your chest rise and fall with ease.
Feel your hands resting gently,
Your shoulders releasing just a little more.
Feel the strength in your body,
The steadiness,
Here,
Safe,
Supported.
Connection to your heart,
Not just the physical organ,
But the center of your being,
That space within you that has held joy,
Pain.
Place your hand over your heart if you like,
And breathe.
With every inhale,
Feel a little more open.
With every exhale,
Feel a little more still.
You don't have to do anything,
Just be,
And as you rest in this space,
Allow an intention to form,
An openness to meet your inner child.
Tall trees rise on either side.
The sun filters gently through the leaves.
You hear the crunch of the path beneath your feet,
The soft song of birds.
You're in,
Safe.
As you walk,
You see a clearing up ahead,
And in the center of the clearing,
There is a small version of you,
A boy,
Your younger self.
Maybe he's five,
Maybe a teenager.
Trust who shows up.
Notice him.
What is he doing?
How does he look?
Does he notice you right away,
Or is he shy?
Take a few breaths as you watch him.
There's no need to force anything,
Just be present with him.
Let him know you're here now,
That you see him,
That you've come to listen.
You might want to ask,
What do you need?
Is there anything you've wanted to say?
How can I support you?
Listen,
Not with your ears,
But with your heart.
He may speak,
Or he may just want to be held.
Trust the moment.
Feel your arms around his small frame.
Let him feel your strength,
Your calm,
Your protection.
You're not here to fix him,
Just to love him,
To let him know he's not alone.
Spend a few quiet moments just being with him.
Let him know.
You can say goodbye for now.
Let him know he can always come back.
Watch him smile.
Watch him fade back into the trees.
Still with you.
Begin to bring your awareness back to your body.
Back to the room you're in.
Notice your breath again.
Your chest rising and falling.
Gently wiggle your fingers,
Your toes.
Feel the weight of your body,
Where you're sitting or lying down.
You've done something powerful today.
You've shown up.
For him.
For you.
Take a moment to thank yourself.
And know that this connection doesn't end here.
The inner child is always within you.
Now,
He knows you're listening as you slowly open your eyes.
Bring this softness into the rest of your day.
You are a man.
Strong,
Yes,
But also tender.
You are allowed to feel,
To heal,
To return home to yourself.
Thank you for showing up.
