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#244 This Therapy Changed My Life And It Could Do The Same For You: Internal Family Systems with Dr Richard Schwartz

Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

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Redefine Your Nature Beyond Labels

Understanding addictive behaviors shifts from seeing them as fixed traits, indicative of an 'addictive personality,' to recognizing them as protective responses that distract from underlying pain or issues. This perspective fosters self-compassion and aligns with seeing these behaviors as manifestations of different protective aspects within oneself. Rather than identifying with a singular diagnosis from the DSM, one can view these as clusters of protective mechanisms that dominate one’s life, encouraging a deeper understanding of oneself beyond mere labels.

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