Internal Family Systems
Exploring Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a powerful approach to understanding and healing the different parts of ourselves. It helps us recognize that within each of us exists a system of "parts"—different aspects of our personality that hold emotions, beliefs, and past experiences. Some parts may carry pain or fear, while others try to protect us in different ways.
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This resource page offers worksheets, exercises, and educational tools to help you explore IFS, develop self-compassion, and build a deeper connection with your inner world. Whether you're new to IFS or looking to deepen your practice, these resources can support your journey toward greater self-awareness and healing.
What is Internal Family Systems? Explained by Dr Richard Shwartz creator
What is Internal Family Systems Therapy? IFS Explained
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The fun way to learn about IFS Inside Out 1 & 2 - Does the trailer look familiar to the information above? Internal Family Systems (IFS), developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz, is a therapeutic model that views the personality as composed of valuable parts, each with its own healthy role. However, life's challenges can force these parts to reorganize in unhealthy ways, leading to internal conflict and distress. This concept was cleverly illustrated in the animated film Inside Out 1 (2015), and its sequel introduces new emotions like anxiety, envy, embarrassment, and boredom. The storyline of Inside Out draws inspiration from IFS, highlighting how our internal family of parts interacts and adapts in response to life's pressures.​