Letter
26/08/2024
My experience…
As the oldest of four children, I have basically been a second mum from young. Helping my mum raise my siblings from teaching my little brother how to read before nursery to changing nappies from the age of 6. This was normal to me but growing up I can see how I have been an adult from young and had a limited childhood compared to my siblings who had less responsibilities and were able to be free as kids should be.
This has affected me in many ways now. On the positive side I am very organised and responsible and know how to take care of myself but on the negative side I am hyper independent, struggle with spontaneity and feel like I have never lived my life just for me.
My advice to you…
I try and find ways to nurture my inner child by finding joy in small things that make me happy - almost like being a big kid at times when the opportunity allows. That would be my advice for anyone who has felt that they have not had the full childhood experience they deserve and have been adultified from a young age. Try and find ways to reconnect with your inner child and provide experiences you may have missing out on and would have loved as a child - it’s never too late x