Most of us have an inner child we stopped listening to years ago and it's costing us our joy, creativity, and connection. In this vulnerable episode, Alex Perry and Jim Cosgrove (Mr. Stinky Feet) discuss the challenging work of inner child healing, why childhood trauma shows up in adult patterns, and how to actually do the work of going back to move forward. Jim opens up about using his childhood photo to reconnect with his younger self, the practice of visualizing and comforting the child within, and why sitting with uncomfortable emotions is essential for healing. Alex shares his own struggles with inner child work, the voices (or "gremlins") that keep us trapped, and what it's like to learn play as an adult. Thie work to reconnecting with your inner child is honest, sometimes uncomfortable, and always hopeful guidance for anyone ready to heal old wounds and reclaim the parts of themselves they've buried.
About Our Featured Charity:
This season, Alex Perry On Fire is making a monetary contribution to each guest’s charity of choice. Jim Cosgrove’s charities are EarlystART and Water.org. EarlystART is a Kansas City based early childhood education organization offering an arts-infused curriculum for children ages six weeks to five years, with three centers across the metropolitan area. Its mission is to build a nurturing community where children thrive and families flourish. Water.org is a global nonprofit organization working to bring safe water and sanitation to people around the world. Its mission is to break down the barriers that prevent families living in poverty from accessing the water and sanitation solutions they need to survive and thrive.
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