- By Ridam Sharma
- Fri, 14 Nov 2025 07:58 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Ways To Reconnect With Your Inner Child: Childhood memories are all about simplicity, innocence, enthusiasm for life and also about finding joy in little things. It is the time when we are probably most carefree and are our authentic selves, away from all the miseries of life. This fast-paced world has made keeping our inner child alive and happy happier than before. The playful, curious and carefree inner child of ours can only nurture joy, creativity and emotional stability into our lives. Let’s take a look at some of the simplest yet most heartfelt ways to keep our inner child happy and alive.
List Of 30+ Simple Ways To Reconnect With Your Inner Child And Stay Happier:
1. If you loved drawing or singing as a child, go back to your favourite habits, like drawing, colouring, dancing, singing, or playing games without thinking much about whether you are good at it or not.
2. Take time out and spend time with children or playful pets, just to feel that carefree and nostalgic vibe.
3. Read your favourite books, movies, or songs from childhood and go back to those happy childhood days.
4. Sometimes all your heart needs is to embrace those happy core memories, like jumping in puddles, swinging on swings, skipping, or even riding a bike.
5. Laugh more, watch funny videos, spend time with family or people who love your presence and tell them the old funny moments of your childhood.
6. Wear something fun or colourful that reminds you of your playful side.
7. Write letters to your inner child and tell them that you are loved and cared for.
8. Reward yourself with something silly or delightful, like a big ice cream cone or a small toy.
9. Create art without any hopes, just create using your finger paints or doodles.
10. Repeat affirmations to your inner child, like ‘You are safe and you are loved.’
11. Practice letting go of your adult worries and reimagine life without them.
12. Read or watch your favourite children's stories or cartoons.
13. Dance and sing your hearts out, as if no one is watching.
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14. Take time to visualise, imagine, and explore your creativity.
15. Listen to stress-free music that makes your feet move.
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16. Volunteer to babysit or play with kids and experience their joy first-hand.
17. Play with slime or sand.
18. Write about your core childhood memories and see a better picture of life.
19. Practice acts of kindness toward yourself and others.
20. Visualise hugging or comforting your inner child when you're stressed.
21. Laugh your heart out and never shy away from doing fun things, if they are not bringing harm to anyone.
22. Talk out to your past self.
23. Think about your child-self with kindness and love.
24. Practice mindful self-awareness to notice and accept your emotions.
25. You can also cook your favourite childhood meal and enjoy it.
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26. Reconnect with old childhood friends and relive the fun times.
27. Take nature walks, climb trees, or have a small outdoor adventure.
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28. Allow your inner child to choose an activity and follow that with him.
29. Plan a mini party or fairy-themed gathering to embrace fun and fantasy.
30. You can also blow bubbles, fly kites, or play with balloons, which are some of the best ways to keep your child's self alive.
31. Laugh freely and make space for spontaneous fun daily.
The above-mentioned ways are generalised; you can opt for any activity you love. The whole purpose of this is to make yourself happy, to make your child happy. Reconnecting with your inner child also brings happiness, emotional balance and creativity. By allowing yourself to enjoy life, the little joys of it, imagine, and feel like a child, we bring a deeper sense of self-compassion to your inner child. Therefore, let’s keep the spirit of our inner child high, with innocence and joy of childhood, which will inspire you to make life more content and joyous.
