The Inner Cast / The Cast

Different voice. Same me.

These characters are creative metaphors for common thought and coping patterns. They are not diagnoses or literal separate people. You may recognize several, or have your own names for them.

Critic

The cast / 01

The Critic

“We can do better.”

Notices imperfections and raises the standard. Sometimes its feedback leaves little room to begin.

Worrier

The cast / 02

The Worrier

“But what if?”

Rehearses possibilities and looks for risks. Sometimes the rehearsal takes over the scene.

People Pleaser

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The People Pleaser

“Is everyone okay with this?”

Pays close attention to others’ reactions. Sometimes your own preference gets lost.

Protector

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The Protector

“Let’s keep this safe.”

Moves toward what feels familiar or less exposed. You can get curious about what it is concerned about.

Cheerleader

The cast / 05

The Cheerleader

“Let’s give ourselves a chance.”

Makes room for encouragement, effort and trying again.

The cast / 06

The Perfectionist

“It needs to be ready first.”

Values preparation and getting things right. Sometimes ready keeps moving further away.

Hurt Part

The cast / 07

The Hurt Part

“This feels familiar.”

A metaphor for tender feelings that deserve care, privacy and a pace you choose.

The cast / 08

The Free Spirit

“What if we tried something different?”

Brings play, spontaneity and permission to explore.

Nurturer

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The Nurturer

“What do we need right now?”

Invites care, rest and consideration of your needs.

Visionary

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The Visionary

“I can see another possibility.”

Imagines a direction that matters to you.

You, the Director

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You, the Director

“I’m listening. What happens next?”

An invitation to notice the conversation and consider your response.

Meet RAZ · Your attention guide

You gave him a picture. Now he’s spotting it everywhere.

RAZ holds the spotlight of your attention. Show him what matters and he starts noticing it all around you. She chooses the focus. RAZ helps her notice. A playful way to remember that you get to give your attention a direction.

RAZ, holding a copper spotlight, projects a film strip of the car a woman showed him in a photo
Four-panel comic: she shows RAZ the car she wants, he spots it around the city, and she heads to a test drive

Three everyday moments · A playful reflection

Which voice shows up?

A playful reflection, not a diagnosis. Answers stay in this open page only; they are not sent to Gina or saved. Go back and explore another response.

Scene 1 of 3 · Someone asks you to lead a project at short notice. Your first thought is…

Your next scene · guided reflection

Or describe your own moment

For entertainment and personal reflection only. This uses preset prompts, not AI analysis, therapy or advice. No name or email is needed. Your text stays in this open page and is not submitted or saved. Please leave out sensitive information.

Ask RAZ / Before you book

A few questions before you join us?

Your workshop questions, answered. Choose a question below. These are prepared answers, separate from the reflection activity.

What is The Inner Cast?

A creative, educational workshop for noticing everyday self-talk and exploring another response. The characters are metaphors, not diagnoses.

Who is it for?

Adults 18 and over. You can be new to the characters and use an ordinary or fictional example; no personal disclosure is required.

When and where is it?

Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 5:30–7:30 PM Pacific. This edition is virtual. For online access questions, email [email protected].

Do I have to share or be recorded?

Cameras are requested on for participation. Personal sharing is optional. Camera participation does not mean permission to record or use your image; any recording or image permission is separate.

Is this therapy or professional IFS training?

No. This is creative education and reflection, not psychotherapy, diagnosis, crisis support or professional IFS training. Activities are optional.

How do I reserve my space?

Tickets are $44 before any applicable Eventbrite fees. Eventbrite handles registration and confirmed ticket inventory. Review the final total and terms there before paying.

What is the refund policy?

Tickets are listed as non-refundable, subject to applicable law and Eventbrite requirements. Read the ticket terms and site notices before purchase.

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