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What is the parts mapping exercise in IFS?
The Parts Mapping Exercise is a tool used in IFS to identify and communicate with these parts. In this exercise, you will focus on a specific part, flesh it out, feel your emotions towards it, befriend it, explore its fears, and find it within your body.
What are the parts in internal family systems?
IFS focuses on parts in extreme roles because they are in need of transformation through therapy. IFS divides these parts into three types—Managers, Exiles, and Firefighters.
How do I find my parts in IFS?
Find the part – listen for a thought, feeling, gesture, energy, word and see if you can locate it in your body. Focus – Focus on that specific element, the place in your body, and see what emerges. Flesh it out – Notice how you feel the Part in your body. Are there any thoughts or emotions emerging?
How many parts can you have in IFS?
Internal systems are complex and often have upwards of 17 parts! These parts can usually be put into a few categories: “managers,” “firefighters,” and “exiles.” Exiles are parts that are below the level of everyday consciousness, and they are often in a lot of pain due to various kinds of trauma.