A Letter to the Little Me Who Needed More

Healing and more healing

Personal letter and thoughts

Dear Inner Child,

I see you, and I feel the hurt you’ve carried for so long. I know you’ve been holding onto a lot of pain—feeling unworthy, feeling rejected, and feeling like you’re not enough. I want you to know, those feelings don’t define you. You are and always have been enough, just as you are.

I’m here now, and I want you to know that you’re safe with me. I know there were times you felt invisible, times when you didn’t get the love, attention, or care you needed. It’s okay to feel sad, angry, or scared about that. You deserved so much more, and I’m here to give you what you need now.

You are so incredibly special, not because of anything you do or say, but simply because you exist. You bring light and beauty into the world just by being you. I’m sorry for the times I’ve doubted you or let others make you feel small. From now on, I promise to honor you, to protect you, and to celebrate all the wonderful things that make you, you.

You don’t have to be perfect. You don’t have to keep everyone happy. You don’t need to be anything other than who you truly are. I love you for every part of who you are, even the parts you feel are messy or “too much.” You are worthy of love, joy, and peace, and I’m going to work hard to make sure you know that every single day.

Whenever you feel afraid, whenever you feel unworthy or alone, remember that I am here. You can lean on me. You’re not alone, not anymore. I am here to give you the love, patience, and kindness that you’ve always deserved.

With all the love in my heart,

Shadé