I’ve been intensely seeking my entire life without realising my mind was the overlord of my reality. Everything was always about what’s next rather than what’s now, and I couldn’t see past the deathgrip of its rigidity.

I came from a position of placing little value on feelings, emotion or intuition, and placing all value on data, cold hard facts and science.

Lately though, that’s all changed.

This is Part 4 in a series I call Mind Is The Enemy.

Ever feel like you’re your own worst enemy? Imagine pulling the rug out from under yourself, only to realize you’re the one who put it there in the first place. My journey through Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Somatic therapy has been exactly that—discovering the hidden parts of myself that have been running the show, often to my detriment.

In this fourth part of the "Mind Is The Enemy" series, I explore the intricate world of IFS and Somatic therapy, where I began to uncover the unconscious patterns and programs that have shaped my life:

  • Understanding the Parts: How IFS reveals the sub-personalities within us, each with its own agenda, and how they’ve been influencing my thoughts and actions.
  • The Rug Pull: The shocking realization that my mind was deceiving me, and how I discovered my true Self beneath the layers of protection.
  • Mapping the Mind: My process of visually mapping out these parts to understand their roles, triggers, and interactions.
  • The Therapy Session That Changed Everything: A powerful somatic experience that led me to connect with my true Self for the first time, bringing a profound sense of peace and freedom.

This isn’t just a story about therapy—it’s about dismantling the barriers that keep us from our true selves and finding a path to inner harmony. If you’ve ever felt trapped by your own mind or wondered how to heal deep-seated wounds, this journey might resonate with you.

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