How do we not just discover our purpose, but practically (in my annoyingly poetic language) live the story we are here to tell? How can we transcend the limiting beliefs and heal the pain of our past that keeps us stuck in repetitive patterns, preventing us from experiencing the abundant and joyful life we know is possible? The truth is, not only is it possible, but it's our innate nature.

Sounds all well and good Julia — but how? The journey toward emotional healing, authentic connection, coherence, creative expansion, and greater well-being starts by getting to know your inner world. I’m sure we have all said …”one part of me feels happy but another part feels sad” or “I want to do this, but I also want to do that” - but who is really doing the talking? It's crucial to begin getting to know the different parts of you that are directing and informing you life.

Internal Family Systems (or IFS) is an incredible effective therapeutic approach to do just that. Similar to many spiritual traditions and psychological frameworks, IFS posits that we have distinct 'parts' within them with unique characteristics, personalities & functions. Some are 'protectors' with their own traits and defence mechanisms, whose role is to shield the wounded 'exiles' or inner child parts. Alongside these parts exists an essence, not a part itself, known as Self—a wise, untarnished, unconditioned aspect within us. It's the awareness that 'witnesses' our experiences, holds boundless creative energy, and possesses the power to heal; like the sky, Self can hold both darkness and light. This paradigm of self-awareness fosters inner harmony, enabling you to make choices in alignment with the desires and purpose of your true Self, as opposed to the wounded and burdened parts that may currently be guiding or authoring your life. Your unique purpose and what your fullest expression of who you are will be is as unique your fingerprint, and this approach provides an extraordinary pathway towards.

If you ready to truly free yourself from your limiting programming & patterns to live the story you're here to tell, I would love to hear from you!