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A Surprisingly Effective Way to Deal With Your Inner Critic

10% Happier with Dan Harris

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Exploring Internal Family Systems and the Self

This chapter examines the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, revealing that our minds consist of various inner personalities, including protective 'managers' and 'firefighters.' It highlights how trauma can distort these roles and give rise to 'exiles'—vulnerable aspects that can lead to emotional turmoil. Furthermore, the discussion introduces the concept of the 'Self,' emphasizing its role in healing, as well as exploring philosophical views on human nature's inherent goodness.

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