well I am new to this myself. But my beginning was acknowledging that my inner child exists. And that she cries to be heard.And now I am learning what she needs and I am learning how to embrace her. I collect stuffed animals watch cartoons and color and sometimes just talk to her when I know she is afraid.Most of the time I just acknowledge her feelings and feel those feelings.And I tell her that I will help her to make her world more safe.Like I said I am new at this and this is just the beginning.Good luck!

Smilie