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A COLLABORATIVE PIECE BY
DR. DAVID SINCLAIR AND SERENA POON

According to psychologists, there is a subconscious inner child living
inside each of us. If this inner child is nourished, loved, and support-
ed, it can support growth, holistic healing, and lasting health trans- 22
formations. Sometimes this inner child becomes stubborn, which can

manifest in health plateaus or challenges. Our metaphorical inner
children, including their stubborn side, can teach us a lot about how
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Here’s how you can channel your inner child, and move past stub-
born challenges, to rediscover pure and vibrant health:

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Give your inner child love
It is important to nurture yourself as you take on your health transformations. Just like with a stubborn
child, you will flourish with love and support, and problems will arise if you neglect your needs or speak
harshly to yourself. Psychologists point to the benefits of self-love and self-compassion for improved success
in achieving all kinds of goals.
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Let emotions run through you
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Sometimes your inner child might become stubborn, putting their foot down and refusing to move forward.
Just as with small children, you might just need to change the narrative to change behavior. In terms of
health, this can be achieved by telling yourself you don’t need three meals a day. Research demonstrates that