What is Interoception? (internal sense)?

Interoception is your body’s way of telling you what’s going on inside you, like a superhero who can read your feelings and needs.

Imagine you're playing with your favorite toy, and suddenly you feel your tummy growl. That’s interoception, it's like having a little detective inside you that notices when you're hungry, tired, or even excited.

Think of your body as a big house, and interoception is like the weather report inside that house. When you're cold, it tells you to put on a sweater. When you're full after eating a big snack, it says, "Hey, time to stop!" It’s like having a friend who can tell when you’re happy or sad just by looking at your face.

When you feel your heart race before a big game, that’s interoception too! It's helping you know what's happening inside you without needing anyone to tell you. Just like how you know when it's time for bed because your body feels sleepy, that’s your internal sense working hard for you!