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An exercise to enhance your mental health
What about your childhood makes you smile? As you recall the happy moments of your childhood, how do you feel, and what pictures come to mind?
Think of these pictures and memories often. Figure out how you can live now, similar to the child-like version of yourself. No, we cannot recreate our past, but we can recreate a better today and tomorrow that will build a happier, more fulfilling, and loving future.
For me, I played outside a lot. I took a lot of walks. I stayed active. I made friends easily. I was more trusting. I was more carefree. Things that bother me now, I could never fathom giving the time of day back then. My spirit was lighter. My curiosity was sharper. I enjoyed making people laugh. I had natural confidence. I said whatever was on my mind (to a fault). I asked a lot of questions.
What were some of your childhood characteristics?
Revert to childhood.
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