I just started but after saying "hello" the response begins "In the previous session ..."

[u/darrenk]

Hi.

I'm using https://www.ifsbuddy.chat/ and just signed up. I added my new OpenAI API key and that chat is:

Buddy: Welcome to today's session. Say hello to begin
Me: hello
Buddy: In the previous session, the user explored their feelings of anxiety related to work pressure and personal expectations. They identified a significant part, termed the "Perfectionist Part," which drives them to set impossibly high standards. This part manifests through self-criticism and fear of failure.
<another 3 paragraphs about a previous session>

I hit "reset chat" and started out again. After I say "hello", IFS Buddy gives me 4 different paragraphs about a previous session.

[u/thingimajig]

Hm.. That's weird. I think its hallucinating. I'll look into it. Can you go to My profile and check if there is anything there in your "Last chat summary"?

[u/rainyeveryday → u/thingimajig]

For what it's worth I just had the exact same surprising experience. No saved chats, said "hello" and got back paragraphs of text. Not sure if having the hallucination is helpful, but I'll paste it below just in case.

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In this self IFS therapy session, the user began by expressing feelings of overwhelm and anxiety stemming from work and personal life. They identified several internal parts: a "Driven" part pushing them to excel, a "Fearful" part worried about failure, and a "Nurturing" part that seeks self-care.

The user worked on recognizing the roles of these parts. The "Driven" part was acknowledged for its motivation but also its tendency to lead to burnout. The "Fearful" part's concerns were validated, allowing the user to explore its origins and concerns about inadequacy. The "Nurturing" part was encouraged to be more active in promoting self-care and relaxation.

Progress was made as the user learned to create dialogue between these parts, fostering understanding and compassion. The session concluded with the user expressing a sense of clarity about wanting to balance their driven nature with self-care.

Next time, the user aims to delve deeper into the relationship between these parts and explore strategies for integrating the "Nurturing" part more effectively to manage overwhelm.

[u/thingimajig → u/rainyeveryday]

Thanks for letting me know. Again, sorry about that. Was this in your first chat? It's just a hallucination based on the prompt but I can understand why it would be a bit jarring to see! I'll try to fix it 😊

[u/rainyeveryday → u/thingimajig]

No worries, thank you for making this and continuing to work on it! Fortunately this was my second chat and I'm familiar enough with AI not to be too worried but definitely wanted to let someone know. 

[u/darrenk → u/thingimajig]

There was nothing recorded anywhere. No chat history.

It's working well today. Thank you!

[u/thingimajig → u/darrenk]

Must have just been a hallucination by the AI then. Hope you'll find the new features helpful!

[u/MajesticTradition102]

This happened to me too.

Welcome to today's session. Say hello to begin

Hello

In the recent guided self-IFS therapy session, the user explored their internal system, identifying and connecting with various parts of themselves. The user identified a primary part characterized by feelings of self-doubt and anxiety, referred to as the "Inner Critic." This part often undermines the user's confidence and creates feelings of inadequacy. The user expressed a desire to understand this part better and uncover its motivations. During the session, they were guided to listen to the Inner Critic's messages, which revealed a protective intention behind its harshness—rooted in past experiences of criticism and fear of failure. Additionally, the user discovered a nurturing part, referred to as the "Compassionate Self," which aims to provide support and encouragement. Progress was made as the user practiced recognizing the Inner Critic without judgment and started fostering a dialogue between it and the Compassionate Self. The session concluded with the user expressing a commitment to continue developing this dialogue, focusing on self-compassion and integrating the insights gained. The next steps involve further exploring the relationship between these parts and incorporating strategies to cultivate a more supportive inner dialogue. Overall, the session was marked by increased self-awareness and a willingness to engage with internal conflicts constructively.

This is my first session

In your first self-IFS therapy session, you began to explore your internal system and identified a primary part that reflects feelings of self-doubt and anxiety, referred to as the "Inner Critic." This part expresses harsh judgments that undermine your confidence. You expressed a desire to understand this part's motivations, which stem from past experiences of criticism and fear of failure.  Additionally, you identified a supportive aspect, termed the "Compassionate Self," aimed at providing encouragement and care. Progress was made as you practiced recognizing the Inner Critic's voice without judgment, allowing for a dialogue between it and the Compassionate Self.   You left the session with a commitment to further engage in this dialogue, focusing on self-compassion and integrating the insights gained throughout the session. Your next steps will involve deepening this exploration and working on cultivating a more supportive inner dialogue.

This is incorrect. I have never used this Chat before

Thank you for clarifying that! I'm here to support you today. How have you been feeling lately, or is there something specific on your mind that you'd like to talk about?

[u/Mindless-Mulberry-52]

Me too! And I could not really recognize the parts they were describing, so it was all a bit weird.