According to Dr. Richard Schwartz’s Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, our minds are naturally multiple, born with what we call "parts" or "ego states." These sub-personalities are all valuable, and there are no bad parts. Trauma, attachment injuries, and negative experiences can push these parts into extreme and even potentially harmful roles, but their inherent purpose is to helpful. By understanding and unburdening these parts, we can restore them to their valuable states. Remember, every “