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For a long time, I thought grief was only something you felt after someone died. But as I've gotten to know my inner world, and watched others as they explored theirs, I've come to understand grief a bit differently.

Embark on a cozy journey into the realm of Internal Family Systems (IFS), where we explore the intricate tapestry of our inner selves. This introspective adventure encourages curiosity rather than critique, while illuminating the hidden corners of your mind without any pressure to alter or adjust. Understanding Your Parts Imagine the various parts of yourself as characters in a movie, each with its own role and purpose. These parts are not inherently negative; rather, they wo

Millie the orange tabby cat stretched out on my chest I have a part that likes to get a little anxious in the evenings. She's the one that starts to worry about all the things... things I can't control, mostly future tripping and "catastrophizing" about anything, really, that could happen. I've spent a lot of time getting to know this part and helping her heal. This part comes from the little girl who endured major trauma in the dark and was afraid to be in the dark for a ver

This is a story about Otis, healing, and finding my way back to Self. From rescuing a senior dog to navigating vision loss, trauma, and eventually discovering Internal Family Systems, this journey changed my life in ways I never expected.