Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a powerful way of understanding your inner world.
It shows us that we are made of parts, guided by a compassionate Self, and that healing comes from curiosity, compassion, and balance.

This series introduces the core ideas of IFS with simple summaries and guides.

Start Here

• What Is IFS? – An introduction to Managers, Firefighters, Exiles, and the Self.
• Finding Self – Learn the qualities of Self and how to recognize when you’re in Self.
• Summary of the Internal Family – A short recap of the main concepts.

Exploring Parts

• Identifying Parts – How to notice, get curious, and listen to parts.
• Common Parts – Examples of Managers, Firefighters, and Exiles you may recognize.

Working with Parts

• Unblending – Stepping back from overwhelming parts to respond with compassion.
• Burdens – Understanding the painful beliefs and emotions parts carry.
• Summary of Parts, Blending & Burdens – A recap tying the concepts together.

Grounding Practices

• The Power of Deep Breathing – A simple breathing exercise for calming and reconnecting.

Final Note

In IFS, all parts are welcome.
This series is here to help you get familiar with the basics — so you can start recognizing your own parts and connecting with Self.