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# Finding the Sun: Introducing Internal Family Systems
- URL: https://gliszen.ghost.io/finding-the-sun-introducing-internal/
- Published: 2026-05-13T01:47:30.000Z
- Updated: 2026-05-13T01:47:30.000Z
- Description: A Subscriber Bonus: Part 1
- Author: Rachelle P. Goldenberg, LCSW
- Tags: Psychotherapy, Substack-Moved, Trauma, IFS, Podcast, #Migrated-1784927624346, #Import 2026-07-24 21:18

The provided audio introduces Internal Family Systems (IFS), a therapeutic model that views the human psyche as a collection of various parts overseen by a core Self. This approach suggests that mental health struggles arise from internal conflicts between these parts, which all possess positive intentions despite sometimes causing distress. By accessing the Self—an indestructible inner essence characterized by qualities like calm, curiosity, and compassion—individuals can achieve deep and lasting healing. The sources outline nine essential attributes of this core energy, such as clarity and courage, which help people manage their internal voices and behaviors. Ultimately, the material encourages listeners to observe their inner world without judgment to foster emotional balance and personal growth.