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***Trigger warning: pregnancy loss. My first self-published book is available on Amazon (go to my link in bio). My book has 21 meditations guiding you on connecting to your inner child across all stages of development, from baby to 17-years-old. Here are 6 ways to cope with challenging & triggering emotions during the holidays: Your story is undeniably valid and real. Your experiences matter, and acknowledging them is a crucial step towards healing. If a therapist ever asks you to do this, find a When we look at it from the standpoint of parts work or Internal Family Systems (IFS), the parts of us that carry our wounds/trauma are our inner children. They have been exiled, held “safe” by other protective parts. But through gentle healing, we can eventually access and help these inner children shed their burdens so they can return to being loving, curious, and free…just like they were before the trauma. I want to emphasize that forgiveness of others is not a requirement for healing from trauma. Forgiveness is an incredibly complex and challenging process! Some survivors of trauma may need to release misplaced guilt or self-blame. For other survivors, instead of forgiveness, I encourage them to prioritize self-compassion, self-acceptance, and self-forgiveness. Ultimately, each person’s journey toward healing is unique! Halloween is the perfect time to let your inner child out! Put on a costume, embrace the magic of make-believe, and enjoy the fun of trick-or-treating. Share spooky stories, carve pumpkins, and allow yourself to enjoy candy… guilt-free. Let the child within you have fun in the enchantment of Halloween. Allow this day to be a fun reminder of the simple joys of imagination and wonder! For me, becoming a parent has unearthed past wounds and traumas in unexpected ways. The profound responsibility of caring for a child often brings to the surface unresolved issues from one’s childhood or past experiences. If you are a parent and trauma survivor, how are past wounds being triggered as a parent?