Modern Social Science Research

In psychological counseling practice, helping clients break through emotional defenses and connect with their authentic inner feelings is a central task. Developed by Dr. Gong Shu, Yishu Psychodrama integrates Eastern philosophy with Western therapeutic techniques and uses the Yishu Five Sentences (“I feel”, “I am afraid”, “I need”, “Do not think that I”, “I secretly long for”) as its primary linguistic framework for emotional exploration. This paper examines the philosophical foundations and structural framework of this therapeutic approach, analyzes how the five sentences facilitate emotional decoding, and demonstrates its clinical application in psychological healing through case studies. It also emphasizes that ethical safety and cultural sensitivity must be carefully maintained in practice. Studies suggest that the Yishu Five Sentences can effectively help individuals navigate emotional confusion, clarify inner experiences, transform internal conflicts into self-understanding, and ultimately promote self-acceptance and more integrated personal development.

Yishu Five Sentences; Emotional expression; Psychotherapy techniques; Mind–body integration; Cultural adaptation