In the Body-Centered Gestalt and Subtle Energy Healing tradition we speak of the layers of personality. One important layer to consider is called Role Layer. Role Layer is a construct that we maintain in order to fit in. Generally speaking we adopt this personality as a child in order feel accepted by, and know our place in, our family of origin. When we’re in role, we don’t feel that we have a choice. It appears to us as a statement of “I Am.” “I Am Brave.” “I Am Smart.” “I