Are your Childhood Assumptions Running Your Life?

From a young age, we start making sense of the world. These early interpretations form assumptions about who we are, what life is like, and how we relate to it. Over time, these assumptions become the foundation upon which we build our entire sense of reality, influencing our relationships, decisions, and sense of self.

But what if these assumptions are incomplete or even inaccurate? Imagine a child who feels repeatedly overlooked by their parents. The child might internalise this as “I’m not important.” This interpretation, when unchallenged, solidifies into a belief that underpins their adult reality. They may unconsciously seek out situations that confirm this belief—relationships where they feel undervalued or workplaces where their efforts go unnoticed.

EFC principles suggest that these stories not only shape our thinking but also create patterns in our bodies. The body responds to these assumptions, reinforcing them as deeply held truths. However, EFC also invites us to connect with a deeper, more authentic self—a self that isn’t confined by childhood stories but holds a more expansive understanding of who we are beyond past experiences.

By recognising these influences, we begin to unravel the grip these stories have over our lives, opening up to the possibility of living from a place of authenticity rather than conditioning.

In the next newsletter, we’ll explore how these assumptions evolve into rules that we unconsciously follow, and how these rules can limit our freedom and potential.