Thank you so much, Kathi! Yes, I am actually familiar with Internal Family Systems. The LA Times ran a great piece on it this past winter, and that’s how I initially learned about it. I plan to discuss it more with my therapist, but I like to start by just getting all the thoughts out of my head. Doing so helps me to make peace with certain feelings and prevent the stress from staying in my body — and I so appreciate you reading and engaging with me!! My therapist explained in my last session that knowing isn’t enough, and I can’t think my way out of these issues, so I know it will be a journey. Like you said, it’s ongoing and not a checklist! Once I am further along, I will reach out for those resources. Thanks for the solidarity, Kathi!