The Ideal Parent Figure protocol is a method for healing insecure attachment in adults, and can be practiced with a facilitator or as a meditation. Explanation from its creator [[Daniel P. Brown]]: [Video with music](https://youtu.be/z2au4jtL0O4) / [Audio without music](https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/9wysines58m3qb4z6atj1/Ideal-Parent-Figures-meditation-Daniel-P-Brown.mp3?rlkey=w6d8ajnk4plqu39tlc50gvn0p&st=9qneo631&dl=0) > You write over the negative or inconsistent map and it becomes irrelevant. You don't operate out of the negative map anymore because operating out of the positive map is *more compelling* [Another explanation](https://www.psychotherapy.net/blog/title/imagining-the-way-to-self-compassion-using-the-ideal-parent-figure-protocol) Key characteristics or qualities of the ideal parents: - Safety and protection - Attunement - Soothing and comfort - Expressed delight - Support and encouragement Corresponding distortions that emerge from their absence (my speculation): - Hypervigilance - Need for control - Hedonistic excess - Attention-seeking - "Good vibes only"