"می‌خواهم برای همیشه بچه بمانم."

The desire to remain a child forever is about holding onto the innocence, wonder, and unbridled joy that defines childhood. When you're a kid, the world is a playground—full of endless possibilities, where everything is new and exciting. Responsibilities are light, and imagination rules. You can be a pirate one day and an astronaut the next. As adults, we often lose that sense of magic and possibility.

Think about why someone would say this. Maybe they felt overwhelmed by the stresses of adult life and longed for simpler times. Imagine being bogged down with bills, a demanding job, and endless to-do lists. It's no wonder you might yearn for those carefree days of childhood, when your biggest worry was deciding what game to play after school.

Take, for instance, my friend Lisa. She works as a corporate lawyer, a job that’s all deadlines, negotiations, and high stakes. One day, while we were catching up over coffee, she sighed and said, "I wish I could be a kid forever." She went on to explain how, as a child, she loved spending hours painting and drawing. But now? She barely had time to doodle. So, she decided to start a weekend art class for kids—and joined in as a student herself. She rediscovered that childlike joy in creating art, and it became her escape—a way to reconnect with that sense of wonder.

So, how can you apply this wisdom to your own life? Start by finding those activities that made you happy as a child. Did you love building with Legos? Reading fantastical stories? Playing outside until the streetlights came on? Carve out time for these things. Don’t feel silly about it; it’s about reclaiming joy. Also, let yourself be silly and spontaneous sometimes—adulthood doesn’t have to mean being serious all the time.

Imagine this scenario. You’re a parent, juggling work and family responsibilities. One evening, you notice your kids building a fort out of blankets and chairs. Instead of just observing, you dive in. You help them build the most epic fort, complete with secret tunnels and password-protected entrances. In that moment, you let go of your adult worries and become a kid again. You laugh, you play, and you feel a rush of pure, unadulterated joy. And your kids? They get to see a playful, carefree side of you.

The key takeaway? Allowing yourself to tap into that childlike wonder isn’t just an escape; it’s a way to enrich your life. It brings balance and reminds you that life doesn’t have to be all work and no play. So, next time you feel bogged down by adulting, remember that it’s okay to be a kid at heart. Dive into activities that make you happy, laugh without restraint, and let your imagination run wild. It’s not just about longing for the past—it’s about bringing that joy into the present. Remember, it’s never too late to be a kid again, even if just for a moment.