I've spent so much time letting Part X hijack my energy—assuming the worst, catastrophizing, trying to forecast pain like it’s some form of control. But I’ve never once written those predictions down. Just running them on repeat in my head like a bad movie I can’t stop watching.
I’m going to try this tool—because truthfully, I want to become that passive observer. Not to stop caring, but to stop clinging. Stutz’s reminder that the point isn’t to prove Part X wrong, but to stop acting like it has a crystal ball… that’s the medicine.
Thank you, Elise, for breaking this down so clearly. This feels like an elegant act of resistance—to live forward without certainty.
I adore Phil Stutz and what I've learned about his methods and approach. This is so timely form as it is a reminder to dive deeper into his work to pull this inspiration into my mental stablity work.
Thanks for sharing this great exercise. I can see how it would become a powerful training tool and that, once we integrate the practice into our way of thinking, our subconscious mind will take over to remind us that we have no idea what's going to happen. Brilliant! I look forward to trying it out.
I've spent so much time letting Part X hijack my energy—assuming the worst, catastrophizing, trying to forecast pain like it’s some form of control. But I’ve never once written those predictions down. Just running them on repeat in my head like a bad movie I can’t stop watching.
I’m going to try this tool—because truthfully, I want to become that passive observer. Not to stop caring, but to stop clinging. Stutz’s reminder that the point isn’t to prove Part X wrong, but to stop acting like it has a crystal ball… that’s the medicine.
Thank you, Elise, for breaking this down so clearly. This feels like an elegant act of resistance—to live forward without certainty.
I need to do this. The negativity and seeing a worrisome future is my biggest issue.
I adore Phil Stutz and what I've learned about his methods and approach. This is so timely form as it is a reminder to dive deeper into his work to pull this inspiration into my mental stablity work.
Thanks for sharing this great exercise. I can see how it would become a powerful training tool and that, once we integrate the practice into our way of thinking, our subconscious mind will take over to remind us that we have no idea what's going to happen. Brilliant! I look forward to trying it out.
I can't wait for your new book. I need some fresh ideas, and can't imagine a better combination than you and Michael Stutz!
Oh thats good. The power of ignorance.