This episode takes you through the critical aspects of inner child healing, from understanding the influence of our environment on the inner child, to releasing the pain of rejection and judgment. It's a deeply personal look into the struggles of independence, difficult relationships, and the desire for self-acceptance.  This episode is part one of an embarkation on shadow-work, a series to guide you through Shadow-Work & Self-Discovery,  the necessary uncovering of our unconscious selves that can lead us into the light of consciousness. We start at the very beginning - and learn how to acquaint with our inner child.  Before we delve into the depths of our shadows and learn more about our triggers, attempt to heal them by and unlearning patterns that no longer serve us - we must begin with the ability to have compassion for ourselves -  All parts of ourselves.  Acceptance. Forgiveness. Discovery.  This is the groundwork & foundation for uncovering our unconscious selves. In this episode, I define what our inner child is and why it's so important to begin the process of healing with this image of our most pure and impressionable selves.  I ask you to picture your version of who they are to you, and sit with these questions as you hold their image:  What is it that you need? What is it that makes you feel happy? What makes you feel loved and secure?  What was your first memory of feeling rejected? Alone? Shame? When did you start putting up walls around your heart? What did it feel like before you had them there? -- I share my story of my own inner-child healing and how I've learned what I share today. From moving to New York City at 21 and being ignited with an unexpected healing journey to re-processing and transformative acceptance with EMDR therapy. ---- If you liked this episode, please rate the podcast & leave a review/tell me your thoughts! SOCIALS:  Spiritual & Self-Help Advice -> TikTok: butterflyfountain Podcast Instagram: @figuringshiiitout Personal Instagram: @222vgf Youtube:  @figuringshitout (Vanessa Fontana / Butterfly Fountain) - Support the show