Befriending Your Inner Parts

Have you ever felt like different parts of you are pulling you in different directions? Maybe you have a critical inner voice, another that tries to protect you, and a deeper, more vulnerable part that holds your past wounds? Internal Family Systems (IFS) provides a way to understand and heal these parts, unlocking your core Self—the calm, compassionate leader inside you. It’s a proven model that helps you resolve the inner chaos and nurture lasting peace. Instead of seeing yourself as a single, uniform identity, IFS shows you how to recognize the complex, multi-faceted nature of who you are. For example, you have Managers who try to keep you safe, Firefighters who react in times of distress, and Exiles who hold your deepest wounds.  These wounded and often overprotective parts can be at odds with one another, but with IFS, you can bring them into harmony and reclaim the Self that is wise, supportive, and resilient.   Why Join This Program? This special LIVE program is your invitation to embark on a transformative journey with IFS founder Dr. Richard C. Schwartz, Dr. Jeanne Catanzaro, and two expert IFS facilitators. Over six weeks, we'll engage with the The Internal Family Systems Workbook as our guide, to help you discover, understand, and befriend the parts of yourself that have shaped your life.  Whether you're new to IFS or looking for a deeper, first-hand experience, this program will help you to: Identify and support your internal family: Explore the different parts of yourself that influence your emotions and behaviors—from your protective Managers and Firefighters to your vulnerable Exiles. Transform inner conflict into an abiding state of integrated harmony: Learn to nurture and embrace your parts, shifting out of fear and hopelessness and into courage and self-compassion. Uncover your greater Self: Reconnect with your core essence—a calm, confident, and loving Self that can lead your other parts with kindness and clarity. Learn tools and practices to quiet your inner critic, resolve past traumas, and build authentic, compassionate connection—with yourself and with others. Experience lasting healing: Use IFS techniques to break free from reactive cycles of stress, anxiety, compulsive behaviors, and self-doubt—opening the way to new possibilities and joys for a lifetime.   What You’ll Be Learning & Practicing This live and interactive experience is structured around The Internal Family Systems Workbook and facilitated by Richard C. Schwartz (founder of IFS), Jeanne Catanzaro, and two IFS lead facilitators. Here's what you'll experience: Week 1: Introduction to IFS & Getting to Know Your Parts (Live on March 25, 2025) Learn how to identify your "internal family members" and recognize their unique roles in your life. Week 2: Understanding Managers—How They Protect You (Live on April 8, 2025) Discover how to manage their control, ease anxiety, and embrace empowered vulnerability. Week 3: Firefighters—Transforming Reactive Behaviors (Live on April 15, 2025) Break patterns of impulsive emotional reactions and start building healthier responses to crises. Week 4: Exiles—Healing Your Deepest Wounds (Live on April 22, 2025) Release past pain and trauma, and learn to move forward with strength and optimism. Week 5: Self-Leadership—Embracing the Calm, Compassionate Self (Live on April 29, 2025) Live from your core Self—the abiding and unshakable essence of who you really are. Week 6: Q&A and Wrap-Up—Integration and Next Steps (Live on May 6, 2025) Ask questions and navigate your ongoing course to a Self-led life. Each week, we will dive into a section of the workbook with 60 minutes of presentation, followed by small group discussions to enrich your understanding. If you can't attend live, don’t worry! All sessions are recorded, and you’ll receive access to the replays.   What You'll Experience: Interactive Learning: 6 LIVE weekly sessions with expert facilitators and small group discussions to help you integrate and apply what you’ve learned. Flexible Participation: Enjoy all recordings and materials at your convenience. Practical Tools: Weekly exercises and meditations, including guided audios with Dr. Schwartz, designed to deepen your work. Lifetime Access to the course materials, including video replays and downloadable resources. Bonus #1: Free eBook edition of The Internal Family Systems Workbook – Get the book in digital format when the course begins. It's Dr. Schwartz's most up-to-date guide to the principles of IFS, including more than 50 practices, exercises, and meditations to experience this transformative work. Bonus #2: Two Free Months of Sounds True One Membership – Enjoy our vast range of meditations, teachings, practices, and other exclusive content, designed to support your ongoing journey of healing and self-discovery. As Dr. Schwartz tells us: “It is possible to live with your parts harmoniously. As you learn to build the stability and strength of your Self, you will be able to connect with all your parts and extend healing to them—so they can help you navigate life instead of overwhelming or burdening you." We hope you’ll join us!