The Inner Child is a perpetual optimist. They see only the good in people and are pure at heart. This Archetype craves happiness, harmony and the simple things in life. They inspire others to do good. Their unshakeable faith allows them to power through any challenge they face even if they lack the maturity to understand how to optimize what they have done.

The Shadow side of Inner Child can be dangerously naïve, putting themselves, others, and projects in jeopardy. They can be overly dependent and needy, unable to step into mature action. This Archetype struggles with adult responsibilities such as finances, leadership, and life-management skills, and often get distracted from such tasks by daydreaming. Their emotional and social intelligence is often immature and reactionary.

IN RELATIONSHIPS…

The light side of the Inner Child brings a lot of imagination and playfulness to the relationship. They can be very trusting and love to be guided and included. They love to see the good in everything and everyone. In the shadow side they demand a need for safety and security. They can be immature and reactive. They are prone to drama and need a lot of attention to feel seen. They also can struggle with setting healthy and supportive boundaries.