• Content May 2025,  Desi Girl Struggles

    Healing the Inner Child: A South Asian Woman’s Journey to Self-Compassion

    South Asian Mental Health • Inner Child Healing • Intergenerational Trauma • Gentle Parenting • Emotional Suppression • Adult Daughters Healing 🧸 “We never spoke about feelings. Just food, grades, and what others would say.” For many South Asian women, the idea of healing the “inner child” sounds indulgent. But that child — the one who was told to be quiet, obedient, and grateful — still whispers inside us today. Her wounds shape our choices, our relationships, and even our self-worth. 📊 Infographic 1: Bar Chart Title: Common Inner Child Wounds Reported by South Asian Women (2023) Data: 🌼 What Does an “Inner Child” Mean? The inner child is not…