an open letter to my inner child

My darling girl, if I could sit beside you right now, I’d hold your hand so gently and tell you what no one else did. None of what happened to you was ever your fault. You didn’t deserve the hurt, the abandonment, or the way love was dangled just out of reach. You were never too much or too hard to love. You were never the problem.

I know you’ve been carrying the weight of the world on your tiny shoulders, believing that if you just tried harder, stayed quieter, or made yourself smaller, maybe someone would finally choose you. But sweetheart, you were always worthy. You were always enough, just as you are.

I wish you could see yourself the way I see you now… strong, brave, and still standing after everything life threw your way. You survived things no child should ever have to survive. And somehow, even through all the cracks, you held onto your softness. And one day, you will turn your pain into power.

There is a version of me here now who is learning to hold you the way you always needed. Who is learning to choose you, every single day. And my love, we’re going to be okay.

If you’re reading this, I wonder… what would you say to the little version of you? What does your inner child still need to hear?

With love & support,

Shorina | Mindful Soul Collective

Holistic Counsellor, Wellbeing Coach & Business Mentor

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