Discover your inner team: How systemic constellations can strengthen your self-esteem

Systemic constellations are a fascinating method for making hidden dynamics and relationships within a system visible. This technique is used successfully not only in family therapy, but also in systemic health coaching. In this article, you will learn how systemic constellations, especially with the system board , can be used in health coaching to resolve internal conflicts and increase well-being.

What is a systemic constellation?

A systemic constellation is a method in which elements of a system - be it a family, a team or inner parts of a person - are represented spatially. This can be done by people or by figures on a so-calledsystem board . The aim is to make the relationships and interactions within the system visible and to find new perspectives and solutions.

The System Board in Health Coaching

Thesystem board is a versatile tool in systemic health coaching. It enables you to examine not only your relationships with other people, but also your own inner team. The various inner parts of a person are arranged around a specific topic. For example, when it comes to the topic of self-esteem, the parts that trigger or reinforce self-doubt can be identified.

Working with the inner team

In systemic health coaching, working with the inner team plays a central role. The inner parts that are involved in a particular issue are identified and set up. This can help to gain clarity about inner conflicts and find ways to resolve them. For example, when it comes to the topic of self-esteem, the parts that trigger self-doubt can be heard, as well as those that do not want these doubts.

Practical Application

Identification of the parts: First, the inner parts that are involved in self-esteem are identified. Which team members are active when self-doubt arises? Which parts do not want these doubts?

Layout on thesystem board : The identified parts are laid out on the system board. This enables a visual and spatial representation of the inner dynamics.

Reflection and change: Through the constellation, new insights can be gained and changes initiated. Which parts are important to me? Which need to be strengthened in order to reduce self-doubt?

Fictitious Consulting: A Practical Example

Imagine Anna, a successful manager, comes for a consultation. She often feels plagued by self-doubt, even though she is very successful in her career. Together with her coach, she identifies the inner parts that are involved in her self-esteem. She places these parts on the system board: the critic who constantly doubts her, the perfectionist who is never satisfied, and the supporter who encourages her.

Through the visual representation, Anna realizes that the critic and the perfectionist often gain the upper hand and drown out the supporter. In reflection, it becomes clear that she needs to strengthen the supporter in order to find a better balance. With this new insight, Anna can work specifically on reducing her self-doubt and strengthening her self-esteem.

Conclusion

Systemic constellations, especially with the system board , offer a valuable opportunity in health coaching to make inner conflicts visible and resolve them. By working with the inner team, clients can gain clarity and find ways to improve their well-being.