{"id":107338,"date":"2026-04-16T14:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T12:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/?p=107338"},"modified":"2026-04-16T10:21:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T08:21:34","slug":"forgotten-spells-childhood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/forgotten-spells-childhood\/","title":{"rendered":"Forgotten Spells From Childhood That Still Work"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:56.333333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:56.25%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:62.166666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>As a child, you may have practiced many little <strong>rituales<\/strong> that made life feel <strong>m\u00e1gico<\/strong> to you. Most of these little magic rituals weren&rsquo;t true spells, but they all had <strong>a purpose, belief, and emotion behind them. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot of these little practices have been forgotten and\/or dismissed as childish imagination over time. Some of these pieces continue to hold value today because they work in quiet ways that help shape our ability to focus, find comfort, and establish emotional balance in our lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Revisiting your own little magic rituals can be <strong>puesta a tierra<\/strong>, reminding you of how important it is to create small, intentional habits in order to maintain a sense of calmness and control within your daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Talking To Nature<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-82690\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-82690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-170x113.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20800'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='800'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-82690 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-scaled.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-scaled.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/child-butterfly-170x113.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&copy; Shutterstock<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of the strongest childhood spells is <em>creencia<\/em>. <strong>Children believe they will be alright, especially when they ask someone or something for protection.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This belief reduces children&rsquo;s fear and spurs them to take action. Talking to trees, animals, or clouds helps them feel better about something, and this connects them to the universe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The belief that the universe is listening to your wishes is what also makes us receive our manifestations. When a person chooses a positive outcome, it affects how they make decisions, builds up confidence, and makes them open to opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Blowing On Wishes<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-28162\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing.jpg\" alt=\"green-meadow-children\" class=\"wp-image-28162\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-1080x720.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20800'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='800'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"green-meadow-children\" class=\"wp-image-28162 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/children-friends-playing-1080x720.jpg 1080w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&copy; Shutterstock<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Wishing used to be very important when we were kids; we would do this by <strong>blowing on something<\/strong> (like a dandelion, a bubble, or our hands), which made us feel a connection to something larger than ourselves at that moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It helped us focus on the things we wanted. Doing this thing still has meaning; for example, by taking a deep breath, you can concentrate on a goal you have for yourself at that moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking a breath also acts as a time-out to relieve stress and improve clarity. The &ldquo;magic&rdquo; of wishing does not come from the object you blew on but is created by giving thought to what you wanted at that moment; this is manifestation 101.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Talking To Yourself For Courage<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-23707\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field.jpg\" alt=\"campo de flores amarillas\" class=\"wp-image-23707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-1080x720.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20800'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='800'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"campo de flores amarillas\" class=\"wp-image-23707 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/child-in-field-1080x720.jpg 1080w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&copy; Shutterstock<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Before doing anything hard, kids frequently talk to themselves quietly<strong>. This may occur before speaking, engaging in an unfamiliar activity, or confronting fear. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most children stop doing this as they grow older, but it can still have a significant impact. A calming inner voice will enhance confidence as well as help organize thoughts and diminish anxiousness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By &lsquo;casting a spell&rsquo; in this way, the child gives themselves internal encouragement, which allows them to concentrate on the action rather than the fear associated with it. Quiet self-talk will also convert uncertainty into something that can be fully managed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Carrying A &ldquo;Lucky&rdquo; Object<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-87334\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-170x96.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20676'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='676'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87334 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-1-170x96.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Kids tend to collect small but special items that they think <strong>will make them lucky<\/strong> (a stone, a toy, or some piece of clothing), and even though these items do not have any inherent power in them, the power in these objects is derived from the belief we have in them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The use of lucky objects is still a powerful tool today. An item that carries special meaning can provide a level of stability and can act as a reminder of our safety or self-confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If we carry an item with meaning in an unfamiliar situation, we will have less stress and discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Making Secret Promises<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-87330\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87330\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-170x113.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20800'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='800'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87330 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-2-170x113.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Kids frequently create <strong>promises, or secret pacts<\/strong>, with themselves. Even though they weren&rsquo;t always acknowledged, these promises meant something.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This practice remains a valuable way to create focus in life. By committing to small things, you create direction and develop self-discipline in your life without any outside stimulus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The &ldquo;energy&rdquo; of this spell creates responsibility to monitor yourself and hold yourself accountable for your actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Imagining Protection<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-87333\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1152\" height=\"864\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5.jpg\" alt=\"child smile\" class=\"wp-image-87333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-728x546.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-960x720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-1080x810.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-170x128.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1152\" height=\"864\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201152%20864'%3E%3Crect%20width='1152'%20height='864'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"child smile\" class=\"wp-image-87333 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-728x546.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-960x720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-1080x810.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-5-170x128.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Kids will often picture an invisible force <strong>field or barrier around themselves when they&rsquo;re afraid or uncertain.<\/strong> While it may seem like an easy thing to do, this technique is an important source of support during times of anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you envision this protection, it creates safety for yourself and takes your thoughts away from your fear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a method that uses your imagination and focus to help you remain calm, as well as demonstrate that your imagination can affect your feelings throughout your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Repeating Words Or Phrases<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-92332\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-92332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1.png 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-728x410.png 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-480x270.png 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-320x180.png 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-960x540.png 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-1080x608.png 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-170x96.png 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20675'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='675'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-92332 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1.png 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-728x410.png 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-480x270.png 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-320x180.png 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-960x540.png 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-1080x608.png 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/children-remember-lives1-170x96.png 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Repeating words or phrases as a child was a common habit <strong>to provide comfort<\/strong>. Mantras are similar to this, and the &ldquo;magic&rdquo; is also in their repetitive nature as a means of relaxation and focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By using simple, positive phrases, there is still a calming effect, and these acts can help achieve emotional balance during times of stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Creating Small Rituals Before Sleep<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-39545\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"746\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39545\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-1024x637.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-2048x1274.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-960x597.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-1080x672.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"746\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20746'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='746'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39545 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-scaled.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-scaled.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-1024x637.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-2048x1274.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-960x597.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/child-reading-books-1080x672.jpg 1080w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&copy; Shutterstock<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Many kids create bedtime rituals that are helpful to them, such as arranging items a certain way or going through a particular ritual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>These rituals help create a feeling of structure, and they help tell you it&rsquo;s time to go to sleep.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This works in a similar way for adults. Simple, repetitive, and consistent actions can relax you as well. The magic of a ritual comes from the fact that it is predictable; thus, the brain is able to slow down and be ready to sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simple tasks can help make it more natural for the body to sleep.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a child, you may have practiced many little rituals that made life feel magical to you. 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