9: Parts of Self Series: Logical Part and Series Wrap Up
In this final episode of our Parts of Self series, we take a deep dive into the Logical Part. We explore what it does best, how it works with other parts, and what happens when it gets pushed out of the driver’s seat.
Logical is not emotionless or cold. When it is unburdened, it helps us problem-solve, reflect without spiraling, and navigate stress in a grounded and realistic way. When it becomes overwhelmed or co-opted by other parts, especially Critical or Protector, it can shut down or begin justifying behaviors that do not actually align with our values.
We also zoom out to look at how all parts work together, why balance matters more than control, and how logical thinking intersects with intuition, spirituality, and lived experience.
As part of the series wrap-up, Brittney walks through a practical overview of Parts of Self work, including how to create a mental meeting space, how to work with parts even if you cannot visualize, why physical sensations are often the clearest signal that parts work is active, and when doing this work on your own is appropriate versus when it is time to bring in a therapist.
We talk honestly about trauma containment, why parts exist in the first place, and how to approach this work safely and compassionately.
This episode brings together everything we have covered in the series and sets the stage for what comes next. This is not the end of the conversation, but a solid place to pause and integrate.
This episode was recorded on January 5, 2026 and released on January 7, 2026.
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Chapter Markers
00:00:23 Welcome to Your Logical Part
00:00:55 The Logical Part’s Job
00:06:53 Burdened Logical Parts
00:09:49 Logical Parts vs. Intuition
00:16:04 Parts of Self Dream Team
00:20:10 Mental Meeting Spaces
00:25:29 When Sh*t Gets Real
00:28:51 Self-Control
00:29:16 Good vs. poor Mental Health
00:30:53 Aphantasia: Can You Visualize?
00: 39:48 Brittney’s Thank Yous
00:43:52 Disclaimer/Outro
00:44:32 Outro
Episode links:
Julie Dubovoy Aguggia: https://juliedubovoy.com/
Fraser's Dissociative Table: https://newhopecounselling.com/psychology/frasers-dissociative-table-technique/
You Are the One You’ve Been Waiting For by Richard Schwartz: https://amzn.to/4gy3NAE
Easy Ego State Interventions by Robin Shapiro (accessible and clinician-friendly) https://amzn.to/3IaKkcx
EMDR Toolbox by Jim Knipe https://amzn.to/42H3AVP
Works by Sandra Paulsen on preverbal trauma
The Dynamic Needs Meeting Strategy (DNMS) by Shirley Jean Schmidt MA LPC https://amzn.to/4mugMV3
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Disclaimer
This Way In is a conversation about mental health and wellbeing, not a replacement for therapy. Listening does not create a therapist–client relationship. Please never delay, disregard, or change professional recommendations because of something you hear here.
Credits:
Co-Produced and Hosted by: Brittney Baxter Dameron and Amy Lotsberg
Production, Artwork, and Editing: Amy Lotsberg at Collected Sounds Media, LLC.
Theme song. “The Journey” by Melissa West and Mixed/Mastered by Pink Flamingo Home Studio
Thank you for listening, take care of yourselves. We’ll see you next time!
