Heart of the Child

Kids Circle | Article Series

Between 18 months and 4 years, children are not just growing physically—they are forming the foundation of their ego identity. This is a sacred phase where the child begins to step out of pure dependency and into selfhood. The question that begins to shape their behavior is:

In this phase, toddlers begin to express clear preferences, assert independence, and test boundaries—not as defiance, but as early expressions of personal power.

They are learning:

• Can I say no and still be loved?

Articles on Childhood, Connection & Wholeness

A space to explore the unfolding world of children—with curiosity, compassion, and community.

The Heart of the Child Circle is a growing collection of articles focused on the developmental, emotional, and spiritual lives of children. Rooted in child-led learning, somatic awareness, and village-based parenting wisdom, these writings honor childhood as a sacred, embodied journey.

Each article invites you to look beneath behavior and into the heart of what a child is expressing—offering insight into their nervous system, relational needs, creativity, and sense of self.

Topics explore:

• Emotional literacy and self-regulation in children

• Developmental rhythms and nervous system insight

• Somatic play, movement, and sensory exploration

• Healing inherited patterns in how we see and respond to children

• Supporting autonomy, imagination, and relational safety

  
  

At the end of each article, you’ll find reflective questions and prompts—offered as a way for members to share their thoughts, insights, or lived experiences.