Healing the Wounds of Childhood: Embracing Self-Compassion and Finding Inner Peace
Childhood experiences shape our lives in ways we may not fully realise. The scars from those early years often remain hidden, silently dictating how we navigate relationships, attachment styles, and our ability to experience true security and contentment. Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) leave a profound impact, yet many carry the coping mechanisms developed in survival mode into adulthood, never questioning their validity or realising they are now safe to let down their defenses.