 Spiritual: March 19, 2008 Issue [#2285] |
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Spiritual: relating to the spirit or soul and not to physical matter; intangible. Collins Dictionary and Thesaurus
This newsletter explores ideas of the spiritual nature that exists in each and every one of us in an open and non-judgemental manner.
Each editor brings to the newsletter their own backgrounds, experiences, beliefs and opinions. Whether you disagree, agree, doubt or applaud the views expressed, let us all show respect to each other. Together we can learn something about the many varied aspects of the spiritual self and enjoy our differences in true meaning of the Spirit of Community.
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The Inner Child
'The inner child' is not a new phrase -- it's been around as long as I can remember. I got to thinking though: what exactly is an inner child? Here are my thoughts on that subject.
An inner child is made up of many things, some good and some bad. It is our inner sanctuary - where we place both our most treasured and our most hurtful experiences, thoughts, memories, and dreams. Here, side by side, are the harsh words spoken over us and the dreams we long to see come true.
The commonality between these varied aspects, I believe, is that we are unwilling to divulge these things. We keep them wrapped up in a cosy blanket where they can least harm or threaten us. Even dreams that we long to see fulfilled can be a threat to our life...a threat to that comfortable status quo...so we wrap it up where it can never truly hold the power to scare us from our rut.
Like a child, these things are immature. We have not given them permission to come out into the light, and therefore by definition must be babies. If we were to face our fears, talk it over with someone, grapple with the realities and grow through them, then that factor matures and we mature with it. That thing 'grows up' and we become healthier beings in the process.
I am not at all saying that it is unhealthy to have an inner child, just that some things we lock away in our inner child should not be there. It is necessary to allow certain life experiences to come into adulthood or we risk being incomplete adults. Take, for example, being bullied at school. We can appear to be healthy mature adults, but what happens when someone pushes us too far or says something very unkind? That inner child suddenly becomes not so hidden after all. The fresh hurt strikes right where the similar incidents lie, partners up with them, and makes a whole bigger deal out of it than it should. Why? Because those wounds hidden within that inward child are not dealt with, but merely milling around in a bubble. Bubbles have a habit of bursting... The burst may take the form of anger, depression, violence, etc. It can also appear in childish outbursts or a fake euphoria. The method of release depends on the rest of our character makeup.
So what about those good things that are found in our inner child? These are most certainly fun things. The dreams we secretly mull over. They are a gem of an idea, and will never mature unless we take action on them. It also holds all the wonderful memories - the things that make you glow inside when you recall them. Right now I am thinking about the day my dad sent me to buy a treat. Half way there on my bike the heavens opened with a torrential downpour and I took shelter under the porch of a church. Dad came and found me and together we went to get the treat in the car. This memory makes my eyes well with happy tears and my heart swell. A simple memory that holds more power because my father died when I was so young. By holding that memory in my inner child I can instantly remember what it was like to feel safe, protected, and loved. It also transports me to a simpler time, a time of freedom; and it make my inner child a desirable place to visit.
What is in your inner child that needs to find maturity? What things are incorrectly filed there? If we heal our inner child, release it from the hurts and insecurities, then our actual physical life will improve. It's not easy, but each person owes it to themselves to have a safe inner child where hopes, dreams, and happy memories reside. Kick those undesirable things to the outside. Deal with them. Stop giving them the power to warp perceptions, curb emotional development, and colour reactions.
Give your inner child a health check today!
Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who gains understanding, for she is more profitable than silver and yields better returns than gold. She is more precious than rubies, nothing you desire can compare with her. Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honour. Her ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who embrace her; those who lay hold of her will be blessed.
Proverbs 3:13-18
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Here are some writer's items dealing with the inner child. They all offer different perspectives and thoughts on the subject. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.
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 Yes... I'm a bit behind on the feedback Puditat, but the issue you wrote on teaching/sharing was wonderfully expressed and right on the money. Many thanks for reminding us all that it's not JUST about us! 
windac
Thank you dear friend. 
Indeed, we should be willing to share our knowledge with others. What good is it to horde what's in our brain? In the 11 months I've been on Writing.com, I've learned a tremendous amount about writing and what interests readers. It's been extremely valuable, and I enjoy rating and reviewing other work as well.
faithjourney
It is exciting to hear how helpful WDC has been for you. I hope it continues to challenge and inspire you for many years to come. 
At seventy-two I had never realized the treasures present in teaching. I was invited to conduct the daily chapel session for our church pre-school. Starting each day with a Bible verse, I try to capture these young minds. The results have been incredible, especially for me. I have found an outlet that I never knew existed.
Zeke 
What a wonderful task.Helping to shape those precious wee children is an honour and I am thrilled to hear you've found it fulfilling.
Good day! I love this newsletter. I am a firm believer that knowledge is power; knowledge is most powerful when shared with others and is DANGEROUS when held back. We hurt ourselves as much as others. Keep on keeping on - you do a great job and have great insight! Thank you for your time and efforts.
P K
Thank you very much. I agree with your statements.
a lovely sentiment--we all can learn from each other. thank you for the reminder, puditat.
Lauriemariepea
Thank you! 
We all have to remember when it comes to give and take no one is alike...This is where the spiritual comes in place yourself in that ones place and say to yourself just maybe just maybe I have not given the way I should of given.This atitude turns the whole situation around
donald
How true. We are all so different and a single similar experience can present many ways to learn in the wat that each individual reacts to that experience. Good point!
Willingness to share our knowledge is as important to our spiritual growth as a willingness to share our bread, our coat.
What a mistake it is for us to assume, in some misguided humility, that if we can do such-and-such, anybody can! That assumption causes us to undervalue ourselves as well as others, and it shuts out the possibility of sharing and teaching our skill.
Good job on this topic!
Wren
Absolutely! You make great points. Thank you.
A splendid tribute to the nascent teacher in each of us ~ sharing knowledge, offering a hand without thought of recompense, empowers the recipient no less than the giver on this life's journey. An inspiring newsletter; thank you.
Kate - Writing & Reading 
Thanks for the support. Your words are poetic and true.
Great newsletter! There is a joy in teaching, in passing along your knowledge that is priceless. I like to think that most of the fine folks here on WDC can relate to that feeling. It's like helping a baby walk for the first time. They may not remember it, but you will. Thank you for a great read.
Kaya
I like to think your comments are true.  Thank you!
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