How Reconnecting with Your Inner Child Can Lead to a Sustainable Flow of Joy and Positivity

#41 How Reconnecting with Your Inner Child Can Lead to a Sustainable Flow of Joy and Positivity

Oct 27, 2024

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But how can we manage our energy?

What can we do if we feel drained and exhausted? How do we find a source of energy that truly revitalizes us?

If your answer is: "The only thing I do to recharge is sleep and eat," then this blog might inspire you to find new ways to cultivate a sustainable flow of energy.

If you ask people, “What do you do in your free time?” many would probably tell you:

I read.
I meet friends.
I watch my favorite series.
I go out to eat something nice.
I go to the cinema.
I sleep.

Most of us have hobbies that we enjoy. But what if I told you that for some, the same activity is a "distraction" and for others, it's an "immersion"?

Usually, in our free time, we seek out things that we enjoy.

We want to fill our lives with positive experiences. But is that always good for us?

In my opinion, the answer is... maybe?

For example, when I mindlessly scroll through social media, I often feel even more exhausted afterward. I feel frustrated for wasting time on something that was supposed to make me happy. Going out to eat can also be enjoyable, but as soon as I'm home, the joy fades quickly, and I'm left feeling like nothing has changed.

In both cases, I am doing things that entertain me in the moment,

but my mood either stays the same or slightly improves before quickly dropping again. This constant search for quick bursts of joy isn't a sustainable way to live.

I call these activities "batteries" in life. They give us small bursts of happiness, but we constantly need to recharge by seeking new experiences.

So, what's a more sustainable way to uplift your mood?

How can we avoid always being on the hunt for the next blissful moment?

I don't need to travel far to find something truly energizing, and I bet neither do you. Small moments can light up your day if you perceive them with the right mindset. They are like tiny bubbles of happiness, created effortlessly—similar to how children play.

Kids are the perfect example of how to live in the moment.

They can play with random objects and have the time of their lives! Their imagination builds entire worlds, and they don't care if others approve of what they're doing. They just create joy from within, without needing external validation.

Children don't rely on "batteries". They seem to have their own “chargers” for life—a never-ending stream of joy that fills their tiny bodies.

Can adults adopt this mindset, too?

In theory, yes. But society might label you as "childish".

Just a few days ago, I talked with a friend about this. We agreed that being called "childish" should be a compliment. If "childish" means "yeudoi" or "loving life" (which in German we call Lebensfreude), then I would gladly accept the title.

I’d rather be a happy youngster than a serious old person who constantly focuses on the negative.

What a sad life that would be! In fact, I often still feel like a 22-year-old, even though I'm in my late twenties now.

So, how can we reconnect with our inner child and "yeudoi"?

I believe the magic lies in our intention.

For me, scrolling through social media or eating out is more like a hobby. It doesn’t immerse me in the same way it might for someone else, like a passionate chef who finds inspiration in every dish.

It's not about avoiding "batteries" completely, but about finding balance. We should use the experiences the world offers as stepping stones to create our own joy. By being more aware of our actions and intentions, we can transform everyday activities into sources of energy “charger”, just like kids do.

#mydailylearning

Reconnecting with your inner child is not about indulging in distractions, but about finding ways to be truly immersed in life. By shifting your mindset and becoming more intentional about how you spend your energy, you can start to enjoy life in a way that feels more sustainable and fulfilling.

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