Focusing Tip #985 – “What is this Self-in-Presence you talk about?”
“Is it the same as the Self of IFS that is the wise leader and mediator between the Parts?…” A Reader writes:…
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“Is it the same as the Self of IFS that is the wise leader and mediator between the Parts?…” A Reader writes:…
“When I pause and try to go into myself to listen, the emotional pain is too enormous for me to do it…”…
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Is it really calming that your anxiety needs? Read on… Jennifer writes: Something keeps coming up for me and it gives me…
Do you want to evoke a body sense about something so you can do Focusing with it? Read on… Monique writes: I…
Are there tips for being able to do Focusing alone? Read on… A Reader writes: I’ve taken a course in Focusing with…
Is a ‘part’ the same as a ‘felt sense’? Read on… Kate writes: I have a question for you… I have noticed…
What if you need to stop feeling overwhelmed but the feeling won’t stop? Read on… Sara writes: I hurt my back and…

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