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Oct 2024
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426: How to Work with Your Inner Child

MICHELLE CHALFANT
About this episode

Welcome to another episode of The Adult Chair Podcast. Today, we're diving into the world of inner child work with Rebecca Fellenbaum, Sara Stansberry, and Jill Vyn. Get ready to unlock some serious emotional healing and personal growth as we explore how reconnecting with our inner child can change our lives.

In this episode, you'll hear some truly inspiring stories. We hear stories about feeling naive and asking "dumb" questions transformed into finding confidence through inner child work. Plus, you'll get practical advice on how to start your own journey to emotional wellness.

We'll also touch on the tough stuff — like reprogramming childhood fears and tackling emotionally numbing behaviors. You'll learn how connecting with your inner child can lead to a more fulfilling emotional life. Listen to stories about overcoming grief and trauma using the Adult Chair model. It's all about hope and healing, folks.

So grab a comfy seat, tune in, and let's get started on healing those emotional wounds and growing together. You won't want to miss this one!

In this episode, you will hear:
  • From feeling naive to gaining confidence through inner child practices.
  • Exploration of reprogramming childhood fears and addressing emotional numbing behaviors.
  • Personal stories and expert insights on overcoming significant life challenges such as grief and trauma.
  • Practical advice on initiating inner child work for emotional wellness.
  • The impact of grounding, self-compassion, and journaling on emotional healing and inner connection.
Resources from this Episode

 

Course: Deepening the Connection with Your Inner Child: michellechalfant.com/innerchild 

 

Rebecca: https://www.rebeccafellenbaum.com/ 

 

Sara: sarastansberry.com & How To Blow Up Your Life on Substack

 

Jill: Jillvyn.com 

 

MORE ADULT CHAIR

 

The Adult Chair® Website

https://theadultchair.com   

 

Membership: The Academy of Awakening

theacademyofawakening.com

 

Instagram 

https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant 

 

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant/ 

 

The Adult Chair® Facebook Group

https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair/ 

 

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

 

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