By recalling our memories one by one and confronting ourselves, the outline of our present becomes clearer and stronger. We are living in the present. No matter how civilization evolves, the fact that we are human beings and living creatures is unshakable.
Our hometowns are being swallowed up by nature and are about to return to green. It is human nature to try to go against the flow of time, even if we understand that this is our true nature. We don't want to end it when we die.

Maho TAKAHASHI

Everyone has an “inner child” within them, a unique personality that lies dormant in their memories.

The concept of the inner child was first introduced by John Bradshaw, a therapist who coined the term in his 1993 book “Healing the Shame that Binds You” (also known as “Homecoming: Reclaiming and Championing Your Inner Child”). According to Bradshaw, one of the main causes of the inner child’s struggles is painful childhood experiences. These might include repression, physical or emotional abuse, or neglect, which lead to negative emotions that linger and manifest as various symptoms. The root of this mental hunger often extends beyond personal issues, reflecting broader societal problems as well.

In December 2019, the world was struck by the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), which spread rapidly across the globe, infecting millions and causing at least 6.31 million deaths worldwide. This number continues to rise. On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic.

For many, this was the first time experiencing a “non-daily” reality, and fear became a constant. While the world is slowly returning to normal, issues such as war, discrimination, and abuse continue to persist. If more people can confront these problems, it will eventually pass on to future generations.

In countries like France and Canada, children who experience violence or bullying are recognized as having emotional or psychological issues and are offered counseling as a preventive measure. It is essential to address these issues before they create a cycle of harm.

Healing the inner child within an adult requires significant emotional effort and ongoing dialogue, but ultimately, what is necessary is unconditional love—something that no one else may offer, but that the individual must provide for themselves.