Parts work therapy worksheet

The Manager

What is its function, and how does it assist you in life management?

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What kind of connection does it have to other people?

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What intentions does it have for you that are good?

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How do you feel regarding this part?

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The Exile

What is its function, and how does it assist you in life management?

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What kind of connection does it have to other people?

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What intentions does it have for you that are good?

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How does it attempt to safeguard you?

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What is it attempting to defend you against?

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The Firefighter

What is its function, and how does it assist you in life management?

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What kind of connection does it have to other people?

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What intentions does it have for you that are good?

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How does it attempt to safeguard you?

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Reference

Holmes, T. (2007) Parts work: An illustrated guide to your inner life. Kalamazoo, MI: Winged Heart Press.

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