As parents, we naturally want to protect our children from pain, from confusion, from the moments that feel too big or too hard. But sometimes, the most loving thing we can do isn’t to shield them, but to gently guide them inward.
In L.B. Discovering the Inner Light, we meet a little beetle with some big questions. And what she learns is something truly beautiful: when she pauses and listens quietly inside, she finds calm… courage… sometimes even answers. A soft knowing that feels bigger than the fear or sadness she might be feeling.
That’s her Light.
And it was there all along.
Just like L.B., every child carries this Light. The real question is, how do we normalize it and keep reminding them to listen to its voice?
A Simple Way to Come Back to Center
There’s no script to follow. No tools needed- just a moment of presence.
Next time your child feels overwhelmed or unsure, you might try this:
- Invite them to place one hand on their heart, the other on their belly.
- Take a deep breath together.
- And then gently ask, “What do you think your Light wants you to know right now?”
That little pause can become a doorway that leads them home to themselves.
Why It Matters
When children learn to listen to that quiet voice inside, something shifts.
They begin to trust that they’re not alone.
They realize they already hold wisdom and strength.
And they start facing challenges not with panic, but with presence.
In those moments, they’re not just reacting to life. They’re responding from somewhere deeper.
Bringing It into Everyday Life
This connection can grow in the most ordinary moments. A walk. A bedtime chat. A car ride.
You might ask:
“What did you learn about yourself today?”
“Was there a moment you felt your Light helping you?”
“If your Light could whisper something to you right now, what would it say?”
You may be surprised by what your child shares. The truth is, their inner Light already knows the way. Sometimes, they just need a little space and our loving presence to hear it.
