Wow. This is all really insightful. Thanks for responding everyone.

Sunrise, what you describe is fascinating. I don't think my T is suggesting ego state work like you describe. My "parts" don't feel as distinct or disconnected from me as you describe, but maybe they will feel more distinct the more I pay attention to them?

Ellexa, the Wounded Self article makes so much sense to me. Thank you.

I guess I just always associated "parts" with DID. So I didn't understand how I can have parts since I'm not DID....but I understand more now I think.