The Parts Party E13. Parts Party with Scott Doniger
Nov 3, 2025
Scott Doniger, a chronic stress counselor and Jungian LifeStage coach, shares his journey from chronic fatigue to guiding others through parts work. He discusses how recognizing young parts can help in decision-making and the importance of body awareness in managing stress. Scott delves into the pervasive nature of shame and how it can cloak other parts, impacting relationships. He also shares personal anecdotes about navigating dissociation and emphasizes the significance of non-judgment and awareness in fostering a steady sense of self.
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Use Felt Sense To Catch Hijacks Early
- Reconnect with felt senses in the body to notice triggers before parts hijack you.
- Use body awareness to move from living in your head to a more unified, embodied state.
Shame Operates Like A Cloak
- Shame often acts like a cloak that covers other parts and permeates the inner system.
- Shame tags along with intense emotions and complicates healing by creating widespread toxicity.
Distractor Part As Victorian Woman
- A client visualized a distractor part as a tall Victorian woman who prevents him from meeting his true self.
- The vivid image helped the client build a working relationship with that distractor part.
