IFS Talks Working with suspicious, stubborn, and dangerous parts: a Talk with Mike Elkin
Oct 8, 2021
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Rediscovering IFS
- Mike Elkin rediscovered his passion for IFS during the pandemic.
- This was inspired by training his son, a musician who transitioned to IFS and now has a full client list.
Befriending Suspicious Parts
- Befriend suspicious parts by reacting with curiosity, not defensiveness.
- Offer to help them be more effective and feel safer, addressing their concerns.
The Nature of Protectors
- Protective parts never truly protect but instead energize and attract what they fear.
- This applies to both individual and macro levels.