What IDL, Dr. Dillard, and IDL Practitioners Provide

We commit to offering a psychologically safe, structured, and supportive environment for deep work. Our role is to teach, guide, and steward a disciplined practice while honoring developmental and ethical boundaries.

• A Safe, Non-Judgmental Container

  Respectful, confidential space for self-exploration. Participants agree not to share identifying personal material outside the Sangha without permission. No shaming, diagnosing, moralizing, or political agitation.

• Training, Structure, and Tools

  Regular instruction in IDL theory, interviewing, Dream Yoga practices, worksheets, guided practices, and a clear development path (Coach → Practitioner → Trainer).

• Consistency and Presence

  Scheduled sessions held reliably with thoughtful planning, clear intentions, and advance notice for changes when necessary.

• Ethical, Competent Guidance

  Guidance grounded in clinical experience with attention to psychological safety, developmental sequencing, and honest feedback without dependency-building.

• Reasonable Availability

  Opportunities for questions between sessions (forum, email, or office-hours). Referrals and appropriate resources when concerns exceed the scope of IDL.

• Transparent Financial Policies

  Clear pricing, refund, and cancellation policies with no hidden fees or surprise obligations.

What Participants Agree to Contribute

These commitments support a generative Sangha culture. They are developmental agreements, not punitive rules.

Respect for the Sangha and Its Members

• Maintain confidentiality of personal material shared by others.
• No unsolicited advice or attempts to “fix” fellow members; offer presence and curiosity instead.
• No attempts to rank, shame, or publicly critique fellow members’ internal work.

Interviews of Self and Others

Members are asked to practice IDL interviewing (self-interviews and partner interviews) as part of their growth process.

Growth-Oriented Attitude

• Commitment to curiosity over self-protection.
• Willingness to face resistance, projections, and shadow material with humility.
• Share invitations to learn more about IDL with others when appropriate.

Realistic Time Commitments

Minimum expectations (recommended):

• 1–2 hours per week: live group meetings / classes
• 60–90 minutes per week: individual practice, interviews, and short reflections
• Additional practice is optional for those pursuing certification at an accelerated pace.

Consistency is more important than intensity. Expect setbacks; staying engaged matters more than perfection.

Homework Expectations

• One IDL interview every 1–2 weeks (alone or with a practice partner).
• Short written reflections (5–10 minutes) after interviews.
• Occasional worksheets or guided practices (10–15 minutes).
• Optional reading for deeper study.

Note: Homework is formative, not graded. Do what you can — aim for consistency, not perfection.

Commitment to Inner Work Over Outer Performance

• Focus on identifying fears, life scripts, and dreamlike dramas rather than achieving outer validation.
• Apply feedback from interviewed personifications into waking life experiments.

Financial Clarity & Commitment

• Membership and program fees are due on time; workshop and certification fees are transparent up front.
• Sliding scale or assistance may be available upon request; please inquire privately.

Personal Responsibility

• IDL is an educational and developmental practice, not psychotherapy.
• Participants remain responsible for their choices and well-being; seek professional mental health support when needed.

Community Contribution (Optional)

• Participate in group discussions and offer presence and empathy.
• Share relevant resources or skills that support the Sangha.
• Provide constructive feedback to help improve the program.

Mutual Commitments — The IDL Sangha Covenant

We frame the Sangha as a partnership. By participating you agree to uphold the following mutual commitments:

• We commit to honesty and transparency.
• We commit to supporting each other’s growth.
• We commit to curiosity over certainty.
• We commit to responsibility rather than blame.
• We commit to embodying respect, empathy, and reciprocity.

This Covenant is the heart of our practice. It is a living agreement that we revisit and refine as the community evolves.