IFS Techniques You Will Learn By Watching “Mary 2: A Spiritual Seeker Returns to Self After Loss and Betrayal” 

In this powerful, heart-opening video, Mary drops into the deep waters of grief, identity, and longing—guided by the internal rhythms of her parts. What begins as a hesitation to name what’s coming up turns into a journey of emotional courage and raw discovery. 

A buried desire for belonging emerges, hidden behind fierce independence and old wounds. Mary meets her inner adventurer again—the bold, curious part that had been missing—and reconnects with a sense of possibility, even joy. 

We also witness the sacred inner dance with a cautious manager who's trying to keep her safe after profound spiritual and personal loss. 

Together, they begin a tender reunion.

Takeaway Skills

• How grief can reorganize your entire inner world

• Why the loudest part in you always has something essential to say

• The surprising power of saying “I’m not okay with this”

• What happens when your adventurous part returns after a long absence

• How to work with a protective part that fears the depth of your sadness

• The magic of making space for all parts—including the bossy, the scared, the wild-hearted, and the frozen 

• That hope —even just a glimmer—is always waiting for us when we get curious

  Overview of the main issues in this very rich, wide-ranging session:

  Caring for the exiles and manager-firefighter polarizations that emerge after the death of a parent

  • Exiles’ longing to belong, that often becomes louder after a loss

  • The PROFOUND impact of grief on ALL parts

  • Self-compassion 

  • Dialogues with inner protectors 

  • Healing spiritual wounds 

  • Reuniting with parts that become exiled by loss—including protectors