Addressing Energy Structures – Unburdening the External Forces

One of the most complex and insidious components of fetishistic complexes is the presence of energy structures that exacerbate compulsive behaviors and reinforce emotional and psychological distress. Removing or transmuting these external forces is a critical step in freeing the individual from the grip of fetishistic compulsions and restoring autonomy.

Removing vs. Transmuting Energy Structures

When addressing external energy structures such as Unattached Burdens (UBs), Social Egregores (SEs), and Legacy Burdens (LBs), it is important to understand the distinction between removal and transmutation. Each approach has its own implications and challenges, and the appropriate choice often depends on the individual’s level of attachment to the entity and the dynamics within the system.

Removal refers to the direct process of expelling the external energy structure from the individual’s psyche or energetic field. This approach is often the most straightforward and effective, as it involves disentangling the individual from the parasitic force that exacerbates their compulsive behaviors. Removal typically results in the quickest relief, as it eliminates the influence of the entity without requiring ongoing engagement with it.

On the other hand, transmutation involves transforming the energy structure into a more benevolent force, allowing it to remain within the individual’s system, but in a transformed, symbiotic role. While this may seem like a desirable outcome in certain cases, transmutation is far more complex and risky. It requires a significant amount of energy and emotional investment from the individual, as well as a strong capacity to maintain boundaries and avoid manipulation by the entity.

For most individuals, removal should be the primary goal. Removing the entity releases the individual from its negative influence, allowing them to regain their personal autonomy and begin the healing process. Furthermore, in many cases, entities that are released to the light may return as spiritual guides or protective figures later in the individual’s journey. This path accelerates the healing process by delegating the transmutation to higher forces, alleviating the burden on the individual.

Transmutation, while appealing to some, often poses significant risks. Entities, particularly UBs and SEs, are highly adept at manipulation and can easily deceive the individual into maintaining a relationship under the guise of transformation. This opens the door for further emotional harm and prolongs the process of healing. Only in rare cases, when the individual has developed a semi-functional relationship with the entity and there is clear evidence that the dynamic can evolve, should transmutation be considered.

Why Some Individuals Choose Transmutation

It is not uncommon for individuals dealing with fetishistic complexes to grow attached to their UBs or SEs. These entities may provide a sense of companionship, power, or emotional support, creating a codependent dynamic that feels semi-functional, if not beneficial. In such cases, the individual may resist removal, feeling that they would lose a vital aspect of their identity or emotional landscape.

The key to successful transmutation lies in clearly separating the entity from the individual’s sense of self and viewing the dynamic as a relationship that requires healthy boundaries. The individual must adopt the mindset of managing a relationship, rather than identifying with the entity itself. Attachment styles—such as avoidant or anxious attachment—can be helpful lenses through which to examine the dynamic. By avoiding co-dependency and viewing the relationship through these frameworks, the individual can navigate the process of transmutation more effectively.

When transmutation is successful, the external force is transformed into a spiritual guide, companion, or familiar, shifting from parasitic to symbiotic. From a spiritual perspective, this process elevates and redeems the entity, allowing it to serve a higher purpose. However, this path requires an enormous commitment and poses the risk of prolonging the healing journey if not handled with great care.

The Benefits of Removal

Ultimately, removal is often the preferred and most effective strategy. By releasing the entity and allowing higher beings to assist in the process, the individual accelerates their healing and can shift their focus toward rebuilding their sense of self without the burden of external manipulation. The process of release opens the door for the entity to return in a benevolent form later, without the individual having to navigate the complexities of transmutation on their own.

In summary, while transmutation may offer a path toward a more integrated relationship with certain entities, removal is almost always the safest and most effective option. It allows for immediate relief and a clearer path toward emotional autonomy and healing. Individuals must approach the decision with discernment, recognizing that the simplest solution—release to the light—often yields the most profound results.

Removal Process

Robert Falconer’s approach to working with UBs offers a structured and effective framework for identifying and removing these parasitic forces. Drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Falconer’s process emphasizes the importance of ensuring that the client is fully in Self before proceeding with any energy structures removal. This chapter will lay out the key steps and techniques, as adapted from Falconer’s teachings in The Others Within Us.

The Pre-Requisite: Achieving Self-Leadership Before Removal

Before attempting to remove any energy structures, the first and most crucial step is ensuring that the individual is in a state of Self-leadership. In the IFS framework, being in Self means approaching the situation with calm, curiosity, compassion, and confidence. The presence of fear can inhibit the removal process, as fear-based parts often prevent the individual from fully accessing Self-energy.

In preparation for the removal process, it is essential to:

• Ensure that there is no fear present in the system. If fear is present, the practitioner must first address and calm the parts that are afraid. These parts often fear losing their connection to the Energy Structure, as they may believe that the energy structure serves a protective or beneficial role, even if this belief is ultimately harmful.

• Create a calm internal environment where the individual feels empowered and secure. The Self must be at the forefront of the process, guiding the system with clarity and purpose. This pre-requisite is vital because an individual’s system must be fully prepared to let go of the Energy Structure. Any lingering fear or resistance will prevent a successful removal.

Clarifying the Identity of the Energy Structures: Asking the Right Questions

One of the key principles in Falconer’s approach is to never assume that what is presenting is an energy structure. It’s critical to first treat any presenting energy or influence as if it were a part of the individual’s system. Attempting to prematurely remove a part that is mistakenly identified as an energy structure can cause significant harm, further destabilizing the system.

To confirm whether what is presenting is an energy structure, the practitioner must:

• Ask directly: The practitioner or individual should ask the entity, “Are you a part of this system?” and wait for the response. UBs, SEs, and other energy structures are incapable of lying about their nature and will clearly indicate whether they are a part of the system or not.

• Respect the process: If the entity identifies as a part of the system, the practitioner should engage with it as they would with any other protector or exile, using IFS techniques to understand its role and begin unburdening it. If the entity is not a part, only then can it be classified as an energy structure and the process of removal can begin.

Addressing Parts that Resist Removal

A common challenge in energy structure removal is that some internal parts may be resistant to letting the energy structure leave. These parts may have formed a co-dependent relationship with the energy structure, believing that its presence offers protection, companionship, or other benefits. This resistance often stems from deeply ingrained fears or misunderstandings.

To address this, the practitioner must:

• Engage the resistant parts: Speak directly to the parts that are preventing the removal, and explore their concerns. These parts may fear being left alone, vulnerable, or unprotected if the energy structure is removed. It is crucial to validate their concerns and help them understand that the Self can offer greater protection and support than the energy structure.

• Offer reassurance: Once the parts understand that they will not be abandoned or left without support, they will be more willing to release their hold on the energy structure. This is often a gradual process, and each part must be addressed individually to ensure that the entire system is ready to let go.

Visualization Techniques for Energy Structure Removal

Once it has been confirmed that the entity is an energy structure and the system is ready to release it, Falconer’s method involves the use of visualization to aid in the removal process. These visualizations serve as a symbolic representation of releasing the energy structure from the individual’s system, and different visualizations may resonate with different individuals.

Common visualization techniques include:

• Light Imagery: Many clients respond well to visualizing the energy structure being enveloped in healing light. The light acts as a cleansing force, dissolving the parasitic entity and returning it to its source. This visualization is particularly effective for individuals who resonate with the idea of light as a protective or purifying force.

• Magnetic Field Visualization: For individuals who are uncomfortable with light imagery, Falconer suggests using the image of a magnetic field that gently draws the energy structure out of the individual’s system, like magnetic particles being pulled from the sand. This technique allows for a gradual and non-threatening removal process, which can feel more controlled for individuals with high sensitivity.

• Washing or Combing Visualization: Another technique involves visualizing the energy structure being washed away by a current of water or combed out of the individual’s system, as though removing tangles from hair. This imagery works well for individuals who prefer softer, more tactile visualizations.

Each client should be encouraged to choose the visualization that feels most comfortable and natural to them.

Inviting Guides and New Energies Post-Removal

After the energy structure has been successfully removed, it is common for new guides or supportive higher consciousnesses to appear. These guides often present themselves in the space left behind by the departed energy structure, offering guidance, protection, or wisdom to the individual.

Falconer encourages practitioners to:

• Invite new guides: After an energy structure has been removed, consciously invite new energies or guides into the individual’s system. These guides can help protect the individual from future energy structure and offer support as they continue their healing journey.

• Strengthen the system’s connection to Self: With the energy structure gone, the individual’s connection to their core Self is often stronger. This connection can now be reinforced, helping to solidify the gains made during the removal process and reducing the likelihood of future entanglement with energy structure.

Overcoming Challenges in the Removal Process

Removing energy structures is not always a straightforward process, and certain challenges may arise during the removal. Falconer identifies several common obstacles:

• Persistent resistance from parts: If parts of the individual’s psyche continue to resist the removal, it may be necessary to spend additional time working with these parts, reassuring them that they are safe and that their concerns will be addressed.
• Incomplete removal: In rare cases, energy structures may not depart fully in the first attempt. The practitioner should remain patient and continue working with the individual’s parts to ensure that all aspects of the energy structure have been cleared from the system.
• Reattachment: After removal, the individual may remain vulnerable to future energy structures. Ongoing work to strengthen the individual’s connection to Self and reinforce boundaries can help prevent reattachment.

Energy structures removal is a delicate process that requires careful preparation, clear communication, and compassionate guidance. Robert Falconer’s approach with UBs, grounded in IFS principles, provides an effective framework for unburdening the external forces that exacerbate fetishistic complexes. By ensuring the individual is in Self, addressing resistant parts, and using tailored visualizations, practitioners can help individuals reclaim their autonomy and begin to heal from the parasitic forces that have influenced their behavior.

It is highly recommended that readers consult Robert Falconer’s book, The Others Within Us, before attempting to remove energy structures on their own or guiding others through the process. Falconer’s extensive experience and clear guidance in this area provide invaluable insights into the subtleties and challenges that may arise during energy structures removal. His book offers additional context, examples, and techniques that are essential for anyone working with Unattached Burdens (UBs) or other energy structures.

By studying his work, individuals and practitioners can approach this process with a deeper understanding and ensure they are well-prepared to engage in this transformational healing practice.

With the departure of these external influences, individuals can reconnect with their true desires, strengthen their emotional resilience, and move forward in their healing journey with greater clarity and freedom.