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Pause for Internal Safety

When blame, shame, or criticism flare in a close relationship, your nervous system can feel hijacked. This post shows you how to pause, step away, and combine Internal Family Systems with Byron Katie’s Judge-Your-Neighbor worksheet. The step-by-step dialogue helps you unblend from reactive parts, restore inner safety, and return to the conversation centered and clear.

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Why We Have Concerned Parts—And How to Work With Them

Have you ever noticed a part of you that jumps in with worry, self-doubt, or over-preparation? That’s what I call a concerned part—and surprisingly, it’s trying to help you.

In my latest blog post, I explain:

  • Why we all have concerned parts

  • What they’re really trying to do

  • A simple 4-step process to shift your relationship with them

You don’t need to shut these parts down. You just need to listen differently.

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