If you’ve ever felt torn between conflicting inner voices—one pushing you to do more, another begging you to slow down—this episode will help you understand what’s really going on inside.
In this heartfelt and practical solo episode, I introduce you to a life-changing tool called Parts Work. It’s a powerful framework rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS) that helps you stop operating from old patterns and start leading from your most grounded, empowered self.
I walk you through the three core parts we all have—the Vulnerable Part, Protector Parts, and the Wise Adult—and how to recognize who’s driving in moments of stress, feedback, or conflict. You’ll also learn my 3-step process to shift into alignment so you can lead with more clarity, compassion, and courage.
🔑 Key Takeaways
- You are not broken. You are beautifully layered—and every part of you has a purpose.
- Your Vulnerable Part holds old wounds and core beliefs like “I’m not good enough.” It gets activated when you feel unsafe.
- Protector Parts—like the perfectionist, people pleaser, doer, or avoider—try to shield you from pain by keeping you busy, performing, or invisible.
- Your Wise Adult is the calm, grounded, present-day version of you—the part that can respond rather than react.
- Healing starts when your Wise Adult takes the driver’s seat, and your other parts feel seen, heard, and safe enough to let go.
- The 3R Process: Recognize who’s driving, Relate to each part with compassion or gratitude, and Return to your Wise Adult.
🛠️ Try This Practice
Close your eyes. Think of a moment when you felt triggered.
Ask yourself:
- What part of me was hurting?
- What part of me stepped in to protect?
- What would my Wise Adult say to them both?
Start doing this regularly to reconnect with your internal leader—and rebuild the trust within yourself.
👉 Want to build your Unshakable Confidence? I offer a free 45-minute clarity call to help you gain insight into where you are now, where you want to go, and what’s holding you back. If you’re ready to take action, email me at coco@nullcocoduancoaching.com.
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Until next time, remember: Be kind to yourself.