IFS BASICS
What is the name of the evidence-based psychotherapy model that views the mind as a system of distinct parts led by a core Self?
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
What is the term for the core of every person in IFS, characterized by qualities like compassion and clarity?
The Self
What is the name for sub-personalities in IFS that take on specific roles to cope with life’s challenges?
Parts
What IFS skill involves noticing strong emotions and asking, 'What part of me feels this?'
Identifying Parts
In the IFS Psychoeducation document, what emotion does Maya’s Perfectionist part cause when facing a work deadline?
Anxiety
What term describes the painful beliefs or emotions that parts carry, often from past experiences?
Burdens
Name two of the '8 Cs' that describe qualities of the Self.
Any two: Calm, Clarity, Confidence, Compassion, Courage, Creativity, Connectedness, Curiosity
Which type of part seeks to prevent pain, such as through perfectionism or people-pleasing?
Manager
What is the purpose of the IFS skill called 'Unblending from Parts'?
To separate the Self from intense parts to gain perspective
"What behavior does Emma exhibit when her Manager part feels guilty about missing a social event?
Over-apologizes
What is the name for conflicts between parts, such as a Perfectionist part versus a Procrastinator part, that create internal tension?
Polarizations
In IFS, what role does the Self play in relation to the parts of the internal system?
The Self acts as a wise, compassionate leader to harmonize and heal parts
What is the role of a Firefighter part, as seen in Oliver’s Avoider part that numbs with TV?
To react to and distract from pain
Which IFS skill involves asking a part, 'What are you trying to protect me from?' to understand its role?
Building a Relationship with Parts
In Chloe’s example, what burden does her Exile part carry after facing rejection?
I’m unlovable
Name the three main categories of parts in the IFS model that serve different roles in the internal system.
Managers, Firefighters, Exiles
What might happen when the Self responds to criticism with curiosity, as in Ava’s example from the IFS Psychoeducation document?
The conflict is resolved calmly
Name a common part that pushes for improvement but causes self-doubt, often saying, 'You’ll fail if you try.
Inner Critic
What visualization technique is used in the 'Unburdening a Part' skill to help a part release its painful beliefs?
Imagining the burden releasing into light or wind
"What outcome does Sam achieve by mediating between his Pusher and Rebel parts when preparing for a presentation?
Balances effort and rest, completes the task
What is the primary goal of IFS therapy in relation to the internal system of parts?
To access the Self to harmonize the system and heal parts' burdens
What IFS skill involves pausing, breathing deeply, and asking 'Can I feel calm or curious?' to connect with the Self?
Accessing the Self
What is the positive intention of an Exile part, such as the Wounded Child, despite holding pain or trauma?
To shield the system by holding pain
In the 'Mediating Polarizations' skill, what is the Self’s role in helping conflicting parts like a Pusher and Procrastinator?
To mediate and help parts find common goals, such as balanced effort
In the IFS Skills document, what does the Self say to an Angry part during a daily check-in when it feels ignored?
"I see you, let’s talk tomorrow."