One reason practicing [[IFS]] alone is hard is that it requires knowing and following [[The IFS process]]: [[Practicing IFS alone can be challenging]]. Working with an IFS practitioner or using a chatbot (like the one I created: [IFS Chat](https://www.ifschat.com)) lets us focus internally without needing to know or follow the IFS process. However, there are benefits to learning [[IFS]] even if you have the help of a practitioner or chatbot: - you'll have a better understanding of how different parts act and relate and why - you can do mini-IFS sessions or check-ins as needed throughout your day - you'll be able to adjust the IFS process as your intuition and experience calls for it - you'll become a better parts-detector, in session and out of it - you'll have a better understanding of others: [[IFS makes people understandable]]