Podcasts about IFS

Ep. 151. In this episode, I sit down with Lizbeth De Sa, an Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner, to explore how healing childhood trauma begins with listening to our inner world. Lizbeth walks us through the concept of the “multiple mind,” where different parts of ourselves—especially protectors and inner children—hold memories, behaviours, and beliefs shaped by our past. We discuss how building trust with these parts is essential for healing, and how IFS therapy creates a safe space to approach trauma gently and compassionately.We also explore the powerful role of joy in healing, and how even laughter can become a tool for release. Lizbeth introduces us to laughter yoga and reminds us that playfulness can live alongside pain. Segments​Introduction to Internal Family Systems Therapy​Understanding the Multiple Mind and Childhood Trauma​The Role of Protectors in Our Psyche​Navigating Childhood Memories and Inner Child Work​Healing Through Compassion and Trust​What Is IFS, Really?​The Role of Joy in Trauma HealingLizbeth's BioLizbeth De Sa is an Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy practitioner, educator, writer, laughter yoga leader, and conflict mediator with a deep commitment to emotional healing and integration. Lizbeth teaches and writes about the "multiple mind," bringing the transformative principles of IFS into everyday life. Originally from England and of Indian descent, her global journey has taken her through Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and California—each place adding to her nuanced understanding of human experience. Beyond her therapeutic work, Lizbeth is a lifelong learner and creative spirit and her work blends compassion, insight, and a light touch of laughter, reminding us that healing doesn't have to be heavy to be deep.Lizbeth's WebsiteViv's Socials⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to be a guest on Perspective with Viv? Send Viv a message on PodMatch ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

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In today's episode, I talk with Michael and Leela Hunter, the creators of UpSpiral Life — a year-long program and community that combines IFS, manifestation, and neurofeedback. We explore what manifestation really means through an IFS lens, how subconscious parts shape our experience, and why “feeling good” is a nervous system state we can track and train. Our conversation explores how IFS intersects with manifestation, nervous system states, and the beliefs our parts hold about what's possible. Key takeaways: How parts influence what we manifest Self Energy as a measurable frequency Why some protectors are allergic to “feeling good” How neurofeedback can support deeper IFS work Shifting vibration is getting curious about what's happening inside Michael is the founder of UpSpiral.Life, a program and community that helps people move from burnout and disconnection into greater flow, purpose, and alignment. With a background in acupuncture and the arts, Michael guides clients through personal transformation by challenging modern conditioning and helping them reconnect with what truly matters. Leela is an IFS therapist, consultant, and the Clinical Director of UpSpiral.Life. She supports clients in exploring limiting beliefs and emotional burdens with compassion and curiosity. As an Afghan Muslim woman with over 15 years of experience, Leela brings cultural depth and personal insight to her healing work. Don't miss my extended interview clip with Michael and Leela on The One Inside Substack.  Episode Sponsor: Pause With Laura ✨ Give your hard working parts some rest by joining Laura Schmidt, seasoned IFS therapist, for a restorative IFS retreat this Fall at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. September 14-19 IFS & LifeForce Yoga Retreat for all October 19-22  Restore YourSelf Retreat for IFS Professionals

Do you ever feel like part of you wants to do one thing, and another wants to do the absolute opposite? YUP. Been there, we get it. Today the gals are finally exploring Internal Family System (IFS), and how to explore these "parts." Spoiler alert: you're not “too much,” you're just multi-dimensional, babe.In this episode of Get Psyched, we're serving you an easy-to-digest breakdown of IFS, including:

We read and respond to listener emails.News article referenced is HERE.   The original Go Fund Me site was HERE for the t-shirts.Link to 2026 Spring Symposium is HERE.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you are in, you can use a non-Apple device or non-safari browser to join groups HERE. Once you are set up, then the website and app work on any device just fine.  We have peer support check-in groups, an art group, movie groups, social events, and classes.  Additional zoom groups are optional, but only available by joining the groups. Join us! Content Note: Content on this website and in the podcasts is assumed to be trauma and/or dissociative related due to the nature of what is being shared here in general.  Content descriptors are generally given in each episode.  Specific trigger warnings are not given due to research reporting this makes triggers worse.  Please use appropriate self-care and your own safety plan while exploring this website and during your listening experience.  Natural pauses due to dissociation have not been edited out of the podcast, and have been left for authenticity.  While some professional material may be referenced for educational purposes, Emma and her system are not your therapist nor offering professional advice.  Any informational material shared or referenced is simply part of our own learning process, and not guaranteed to be the latest research or best method for you.  Please contact your therapist or nearest emergency room in case of any emergency.  This website does not provide any medical, mental health, or social support services. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

As a boy, Dr Rangan Chatterjee saw his Dad work day and night as a doctor before he succumbed to severe auto-immune disease. After his father's death in 2013, Rangan had an epiphany about his own futureLearn more about Rangan's books and podcast at his website.Rangan is currently touring Australia, speaking in Sydney on Thursday 17 July and Brisbane on Wednesday 23 July.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris and presented by Sarah Kanowski, the executive producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores health, doctors, GPs, lifestyle medicine, Gabor Mate, Schwartz, IFS, therapy, stress, anxiety, success, family, overwork, modern life, diet, nutrition, exercise, simple medicine, glucose, lupus, grief.Find out more about the Conversations Live National Tour on the ABC website.

Hoje temos o prazer de conversar com Aníbal Henriques — psicoterapeuta, formador e uma das principais vozes na divulgação do modelo Internal Family Systems em Portugal. Com um percurso longo no campo da psicoterapia e formação de psicoterapeutas, tem praticado e ensinado diversas abordagens ao longo dos anos, com especial ênfase nas terapias experienciais e construtivistas. Mas foi com o IFS que nos últimos anos encontrou um modelo e uma linguagem profundamente integradoras, tanto no contexto da prática clínica e treino de psicoterapeutas no âmbito da especialização em psicoterapia, como no seu próprio processo pessoal. É parceiro oficial do IFS Institute em Portugal e tem sido responsável pela organização das formações oficiais e introdutórias do modelo neste país. É também criador e coanfitrião do IFS Talks, podcast internacionalmente reconhecido, e que tem contribuído para o acesso ao conhecimento deste modelo transformador, e de que tanto gostamos. 

In this short, grounding meditation, Tim Fortescue guides you through a gentle check-in with your internal world. Using the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS), you'll be invited to turn inward, meet one part of yourself, and offer it your presence, compassion, and curiosity—without pressure to fix or change anything.This simple yet profound practice can become a sacred ritual in your daily life, reminding you that every part of you is welcome.

Labour fought the 2024 general election on a manifesto which promised “a new way of doing government” – one built on the concept of mission-driven government. But how much has this government's decisions, trade-offs and policy priorities really been shaped by its five missions? And how far have they been able to make progress on their priorities in the first year? To mark the first year of Keir Starmer becoming prime minister, the Institute for Government and the Institute for Fiscal Studies hosted a joint event to explore what progress the government has made and whether Starmer's government is really doing things differently to its predecessors. Are the government's missions realistic or do they lack ambition? Have Rachel Reeves' tax and spending choices supported or hindered mission delivery? What did the spending review reveal about the government's priorities? How could government be better structured – and decisions made – in a way that is more mission-driven? And one year on since the general election, can the government really say it is governing in a “new way”? To explore these questions and more, the IfG and IFS brought together an expert panel featuring: Stephen Bush, Associate Editor and columnist at the Financial Times Helen Miller, Director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies Dr Gemma Tetlow, Chief Economist at the Institute for Government The event was chaired by Dr Hannah White, Director and CEO of the Institute for Government.

In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin welcomes back J. Ashley T. Booth, LCSW, MS—a longtime friend, therapist, and psychedelic pioneer. Find full show notes and links here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-312/?ref=278 Ashley shares her journey from community activism to clinical work with ketamine and MDMA, and her new illustrated guide to IFS, Quieting the Storm Within. J. Ashley T. Booth, LCSW, MS has led the Southern California Psychedelic Society, served as MAPS trial coordinator for MDMA-assisted PTSD therapy, co-founded a ketamine clinic, and offers IFS, Hakomi, integration, and harm reduction training. Her illustrated picture book introduces IFS concepts through visuals and metaphor. Highlights: Ashley's 8‑year evolution from community to clinical work The origin and intent behind Quieting the Storm Within Clouds & sun: A visual metaphor for the internal landscape

We talk about the movie Heretic.NOTE: If you have not seen the movie and don't want spoilers, wait.  If you want to watch it, but don't like horror movies, I can tell you safely that the first hour is just discussion and debate. Intense and dramatic. But the horror part is only the second half. It's very evenly split, if you wanted to watch just the first part of the movie. You can watch it until both the girls open the doors (no jump scare there), then stop if you don't want the rest.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you are in, you can use a non-Apple device or non-safari browser to join groups HERE. Once you are set up, then the website and app work on any device just fine.  We have peer support check-in groups, an art group, movie groups, social events, and classes.  Additional zoom groups are optional, but only available by joining the groups. Join us! Content Note: Content on this website and in the podcasts is assumed to be trauma and/or dissociative related due to the nature of what is being shared here in general.  Content descriptors are generally given in each episode.  Specific trigger warnings are not given due to research reporting this makes triggers worse.  Please use appropriate self-care and your own safety plan while exploring this website and during your listening experience.  Natural pauses due to dissociation have not been edited out of the podcast, and have been left for authenticity.  While some professional material may be referenced for educational purposes, Emma and her system are not your therapist nor offering professional advice.  Any informational material shared or referenced is simply part of our own learning process, and not guaranteed to be the latest research or best method for you.  Please contact your therapist or nearest emergency room in case of any emergency.  This website does not provide any medical, mental health, or social support services. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

- SemiAnalysis on the business of AI: GPUs, Neoclouds, Inference Providers, Applications - 2nm fab race: TSMC, Intel, Samsung aim to ship this year - IFS external customers - Nvidia valuation: a trillion here a trillion there! [audio mp3="https://orionx.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/HPCNB_20250714.mp3"][/audio] The post HPC News Bytes – 20250714 appeared first on OrionX.net.

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Highlights from the Independence Forum Scotland Conference | June 2025 |  In this episode, Indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene share selected highlights from the Independence Forum Scotland summer conference, held in June 2025. They explore key moments from a day packed with fresh ideas, thought-provoking questions, and bold visions for Scotland's future. Whether you're passionate about tackling poverty, Universal Basic Income, or building a wellbeing economy, this episode offers rich insights from a range of engaging speakers. key topics: 00:01:19 – Craig Dalzell: On what he is willing to sacrifice for a fairer future 00:08:28 – Annie Miller: Why Universal Basic Income is key to wellbeing 00:19:43 – Panel Q&A with Eva Comrie, Dave Thompson, Craig Dalzell, Jim Osborne 00:20:43 – What beliefs, values, and standards should sit at the heart of a wellbeing framework? 00:24:30 – Can we use NHS savings to fund UBI? 00:26:17 – Which policy areas are central to making this happen? 00:37:03 – How do we create the political space to turn these ideas into action? Find out more from the IFS website here: https://independenceforum.scot/ #wellbeingeconomy #universalbasicincome #independenceforumscotland #scottishpodcast The Scottish Independence Podcasts team produce a NEW podcast episode every Friday search for Scottish Independence Podcasts wherever you get your podcasts.  Remember to like and subscribe! Contact Us: indypodcasters@gmail.com  Visit our website https://scottishindypod.scot for blogposts, newsletter signup and more episodes Subscribe for free to our Youtube channel @scottishindypodExtra for more of our video footage and clips.  video premieres most Tuesdays at 8pm If you've enjoyed this podcast you might like to buy us a coffee?  https://ko-fi.com/scottishindependenc... or choose us as your Easyfundraising good cause. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod  

Dr. Hillary McBride is a therapist, researcher, speaker, and author dedicated to helping people grow, heal, and reconnect with their wholeness. With a PhD in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia, she specializes in trauma, embodiment, eating disorders, perinatal mental health, and psychedelic integration. Known for making complex psychological concepts accessible and meaningful, Hillary is passionate about creating therapeutic spaces grounded in safety, trust, and hope. Her clinical work is informed by evidence-based, de-pathologizing approaches including AEDP, IFS, EMDR, feminist therapies, and somatic practices. Hillary's award-winning research on women's mental health, body image, and sexuality has been recognized by the Canadian and American Psychological Associations, as well as the Taylor & Francis Young Investigator Award. Whether through therapy, writing, or public speaking, Hillary is committed to helping others feel seen, supported, and empowered on their path toward deeper self-acceptance and connection. Key Takeaways: • Disembodiment as a Survival Strategy: Many of us leave the body because the world, or our upbringing, made it unsafe to stay. Returning to the body isn't weakness—it's radical resilience. • Spiritual Trauma and the Inner Authority Crisis: When we've been told that our bodies are sinful or untrustworthy, we lose connection to our inner compass. Reclaiming our own authority is central to healing. • Why Embodiment Is a Form of Belonging: Our bodies are where connection, pleasure, grief, and joy live. Embodiment helps us reconnect not just with ourselves, but with others and the earth. • Healing Isn't a Return to “Before”—It's Becoming More Fully Ourselves: The work isn't to erase the pain, but to integrate it with love and become someone who can hold all of it with compassion. • Psychedelic Therapy as a Doorway to Wholeness (When Safe and Ethical): Hillary discusses the potential and limitations of psychedelics in trauma work—and why preparation and integration matter more than the substance alone. • Body Image Recovery and Spiritual Reclamation Go Hand in Hand: Healing the relationship with our bodies often requires rethinking harmful theology and cultural messages that disconnect us from pleasure and worthiness. • The Role of Community in Repair: No one heals in isolation. Being witnessed with gentleness in our messy middle is a key part of restoring trust.  

We speak with survivor Nichole Willden about high demand religion and culty-ness.Nichole's book:  Obscured PassagesLinks: website--nicholemwillden.comsocials--@nicholemwilldenSubstack HERE.The website is HERE.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you are in, you can use a non-Apple device or non-safari browser to join groups HERE. Once you are set up, then the website and app work on any device just fine.  We have peer support check-in groups, an art group, movie groups, social events, and classes.  Additional zoom groups are optional, but only available by joining the groups. Join us! Content Note: Content on this website and in the podcasts is assumed to be trauma and/or dissociative related due to the nature of what is being shared here in general.  Content descriptors are generally given in each episode.  Specific trigger warnings are not given due to research reporting this makes triggers worse.  Please use appropriate self-care and your own safety plan while exploring this website and during your listening experience.  Natural pauses due to dissociation have not been edited out of the podcast, and have been left for authenticity.  While some professional material may be referenced for educational purposes, Emma and her system are not your therapist nor offering professional advice.  Any informational material shared or referenced is simply part of our own learning process, and not guaranteed to be the latest research or best method for you.  Please contact your therapist or nearest emergency room in case of any emergency.  This website does not provide any medical, mental health, or social support services. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Before I jump in, I want to share a workshop I'll be running for people who are estranged or distant from their parent or caregiver and are needing support while they work to create a beautiful life and heal. This is a judgment free zone where you'll be with people who get it, and you'll learn tools to truly show up for yourself. Join me on Friday, August 1st. Go to https://anniezam.com/ to learn more and sign up. I can't wait to see you. On to today's interview! Today's guest shares deeply and vulnerably how she's done her own healing through big stuff, including childhood sexual abuse, realizing she's a lesbian while married to a man, and the death of her father. You'll hear about the beautiful process she guides people through, why she took a sabbatical recently, and why she's working with a shaman now. Meet Samantha Fox. As a sexuality coach, she works with women around the world to support them as they discover that they are not as straight as they might have thought. She's developed an experiential method called Unbox Your Sexuality that creates a monumental transformation. She's also an LMFT in New York. Here's some of what we talked about: How therapy failed her at one point Healing from childhood trauma Uncovering her lesbian sexuality Becoming a guide for other women in their coming out journeys Coping and growing in the loss of her father Taking a sabbatical Why she's working with a Shaman How she changed her work to feel more right for her The power of IFS and why she uses it with her clients Show notes at https://rebeltherapist.me/podcast/248

In this week's episode, I sit down with my friend Julie Honeycutt, a licensed professional counselor, certified IFS therapist, and approved clinical consultant. Julie has been integrating faith and counseling for over 20 years, and in this conversation, we explore how our attachment styles, parts, Enneagram, and developmental stages all shape our prayer life and spiritual connection. Julie shares that our attachment patterns and spiritual experiences are deeply linked, and how IFS offers a pathway to spirituality and how our different parts, even those with doubts We explore the idea that prayer doesn't have to look a certain way. It can show up in movement, in gardening, in painting, or even in those “texting prayers” we send up throughout the day. As Julie says, “What would it be like if our prayer life could reflect the unique way that God made us?” Julie also introduces the idea of the “levels of faith” and how parts of us may sit at different levels. Some of our parts may still hold early beliefs that we've outgrown, but they are still worthy of attention and care.  We talk about: How our parts have different attachment styles in prayer Why anxious parts often get exiled in spirituality The connection between the Enneagram, personality, and prayer How our developmental stage impacts how we experience faith Why meeting ourselves in our prayer life without shame changes everything How gardening and movement can be a spiritual practice Julie reminds us that all parts are welcome: “Even that part is welcome.” About Julie: Julie Honeycutt is a licensed professional counselor, certified IFS therapist for over 15 years and an Approved Clinical Consultant for the IFS Institute. She's been practicing the integration of faith and counseling for over 20 years in her private practice as well as in workshops and retreats. Through stillness-of-mind exercises (what the early Christians called hesychasm), she guides her clients in learning how to discern God over the crowd of voices inside all our parts!  And, she has a myriad of free writings and resources on her website.   About The One Inside: Check out The One Inside Substack community to access all episodes, exclusive extended interviews, meditations and exercises, and more.  Find The One Inside Self-Led merch at The One Inside store Watch video clips from select episodes on  The One Inside on YouTube Follow Tammy on Instagram @ifstammy and on Facebook at The One Inside with Tammy Sollenberger. Jeff Schrum produces The One Inside. He's a writer and IFS Level 2 practitioner who specializes in helping therapists create with clarity and confidence. Are you new to IFS or want a simple way to get to know yourself? Tammy's book, "The One Inside: Thirty Days to your Authentic Self" is a PERFECT place to start.  Sign up for Tammy's email list and get a free "Get to know a Should part of you" meditation on her website Tammy is grateful for Jack Reardon who created music for the podcast.  To learn more about sponsorship opportunties on The One Inside Podcast, email Tammy  

Embark on a journey of self-discovery with Tim Fortescue as he explores the transformative world of Internal Family Systems (IFS). Learn how to harmonize your inner parts and cultivate a compassionate relationship with yourself. Whether you're new to IFS or deepening your practice, this episode offers valuable insights and practical guidance. Tune in to unlock a more harmonious and fulfilling life.

Join Andrew Holecek for a conversation with Dr. Richard "Dick" Schwartz, the pioneering creator of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, in this Edge of Mind podcast episode. This deep dive explores the understanding that we all naturally contain multiple "parts" within ourselves - and that's not only normal, it's valuable. Dr. Schwartz reveals how IFS transforms our relationship with our inner landscape, showing that even our most challenging parts can become allies when approached with curiosity and compassion. The conversation illuminates the profound connection between IFS and non-dual wisdom traditions, particularly Tibetan Buddhism, demonstrating how ancient spiritual insights and modern therapeutic breakthroughs can mutually enhance each other. Discover how the essence of confidence, openness, and compassion - emerges naturally when our parts feel safe to relax. Learn about the practical applications of IFS in addressing everything from personal trauma to collective healing, including Dr. Schwartz's work with legacy burdens that affect entire cultures. This episode challenges common misconceptions about meditation and spirituality, exploring how some practitioners use spiritual practices to avoid rather than address their inner work. Andrew and Dick discuss the integration of embodied awareness, dream work, and somatic approaches within the IFS framework. Whether you're a seasoned meditator, therapist, or simply curious about the nature of consciousness and healing, this conversation offers insights into the multiplicity of mind and the path to authentic self-compassion.

Today, we're zooming out to ask: what are the biggest economic challenges facing the UK in the years ahead?As Paul Johnson hosts his final episode before stepping down as IFS director, he's joined by incoming director Helen Miller to reflect on the country's fiscal outlook, the importance of economic growth, and the pressures of an ageing population.With rising demands on public services, debates over tax policy, and uncertainty around fiscal rules, how should policymakers navigate the road ahead? What choices will the government face to deliver sustainable growth?Paul and Helen discuss these big-picture questions - and what the coming years might hold.Become a member: https://ifs.org.uk/individual-membershipFind out more: https://ifs.org.uk/podcasts-explainers-and-calculators/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this deeply personal and paradigm-shifting episode, Kristina introduces the Inner Villain Transformation System—a shadow work model that synthesizes IFS, Human Design, the Enneagram, and primal wound theory into a single, coherent system. With co-host Anna, she explores how maladaptive patterns (like people-pleasing, perfectionism, and imposter syndrome) aren't isolated quirks but interconnected arcs of transformation. Each “villain” isn't something to banish, but a gateway to your most powerful legend self.Whether you resonate with Regina George, Darth Vader, or Nurse Ratched, this episode gives you a mythic yet grounded framework for recognizing and alchemizing your deepest inner patterns—one archetype at a time.Topics Covered:The origin story of the Inner Villain systemWhy maladaptive patterns show up in clustersHow the nine villains align with Human Design centers and Enneagram typesThe concept of “negations” (deep limiting beliefs) and how they point to core villain archetypesThe development of the oracle deck and gameUnderstanding the arc: Pinnacle Villain → Sub-Villains → Hero → LegendInversion as the key spiritual movement (inspired by yoga, polarity, and karmic unwinding)How gameplay and roleplay deepen awareness of inner dynamicsDisney character analogs for each Enneagram/villain archetype pairingInner Villain Archetypes Introduced:Type 1: Obedient Critic → Legend Form: EqualizerType 2: Vengeful Martyr → Legend Form: NourisherType 3: Vain Controller → Legend Form: InventorType 4: Eternal Child → Legend Form: TravelerType 5: Evasive Expert → Legend Form: IntegratorType 6: Divisive Immortal → Legend Form: HealerType 7: Hungry Shapeshifter → Legend Form: PresenceType 8: Righteous Bully → Legend Form: ChannelerType 9: Invisible Destroyer → Legend Form: ArchitectKey Quotes:“You don't need to become a better person. You need to become better at change.”“Villains are like pendulums—when we're stressed, we swing into their worst form. When we're grounded, we move toward the hero.”“These aren't parts. They're entire universes.”“You don't jump stars—you invert the spin. That's the hero moment.”“Everyone has all nine villains. The goal is self-love across every domain of your life.”Game Mechanics Preview:Oracle deck includes 63 cards: 9 Pinnacle Villains, 3 Sub Villains (Persecutor, Victim, Rescuer), Hero, Legend, and 9 Power CardsDesigned for solo shadow work or group gameplayInvolves roleplay, self-inquiry, and archetypal progressionRoleplay scenarios bring unconscious patterns into awareness through embodied practiceResources & Links:Learn more or sign up for the newsletter: www.kristinawiltsee.com or www.playconscious.comBe notified when the Inner Villain Oracle Deck Kickstarter launches (Fall 2025)Explore the nine mini-episodes coming soon—one for each villain archetypeCall to Action:If this episode sparked recognition, subscribe to the newsletter to explore your villain arc, get early access to the deck, and dive deeper into the transformation system. Whether you're a seeker, coach, or creative, the Inner Villains are already inside you. It's time to meet them.Here is the link for more info: https://www.kristinawiltsee.com/innervillainAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The government has studiously avoided ruling out a wealth tax this week. Minister after minister has refused to knock down the suggestion, despite the Chancellor having dismissed the idea as recently as April. So what's changed? Could a levy on wealthy individuals be on the cards for October's budget? Would it even raise any money - or is Rachel Reeves in danger of scaring wealth creators out of Britain? We speak to the incoming director of the IFS, Helen Miller. And later, why the failure to produce an 'Epstein client list' is sending MAGA crazy - and why bad bosses who try and gag their employees are due a reckoning.The News Agents is brought to you by HSBC UK - https://www.hsbc.co.uk/

A Bonus episode with updates on three important topics discussed at the IFS spring conference in March 2025: 00:01:34  Scotland's Land Reforms - John Hutchison 00:10:00  Scotland's Energy - John Proctor 00:24:50  Scotland's Democracy - Geoff Bush 00:30:55  Comment from the floor 00:34:35  Forward look This Friday's podcast episode will be the Poverty and Wellbeing session from the Summer conference and we have news of the Autumn conference for your diaries. Find out more from the IFS website https://independenceforum.scot The Scottish Independence Podcasts team produce a NEW podcast episode every Friday search for Scottish Independence Podcasts wherever you get your podcasts.  Remember to like and subscribe! Contact Us: indypodcasters@gmail.com  Visit our website https://scottishindypod.scot for blogposts, newsletter signup and more episodes Subscribe for free to our Youtube channel @scottishindypodExtra for more of our video footage and clips.  video premieres most Tuesdays at 8pm If you've enjoyed this podcast you might like to buy us a coffee?  https://ko-fi.com/scottishindependenc... or choose us as your Easyfundraising good cause. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

We speak with survivor Nichole Willden about high demand religion and culty-ness.The link to the original dissertation research on the BITE (Behavior, Information, Thought, and Emotional Control) model by Steven Hassan is HERE.Links: website--nicholemwillden.comsocials--@nicholemwilldenSubstack HERE.The website is HERE.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you are in, you can use a non-Apple device or non-safari browser to join groups HERE. Once you are set up, then the website and app work on any device just fine.  We have peer support check-in groups, an art group, movie groups, social events, and classes.  Additional zoom groups are optional, but only available by joining the groups. Join us! Content Note: Content on this website and in the podcasts is assumed to be trauma and/or dissociative related due to the nature of what is being shared here in general.  Content descriptors are generally given in each episode.  Specific trigger warnings are not given due to research reporting this makes triggers worse.  Please use appropriate self-care and your own safety plan while exploring this website and during your listening experience.  Natural pauses due to dissociation have not been edited out of the podcast, and have been left for authenticity.  While some professional material may be referenced for educational purposes, Emma and her system are not your therapist nor offering professional advice.  Any informational material shared or referenced is simply part of our own learning process, and not guaranteed to be the latest research or best method for you.  Please contact your therapist or nearest emergency room in case of any emergency.  This website does not provide any medical, mental health, or social support services. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

What happens when Internal Family Systems meets the mystical? In this episode I'm joined once again by therapist, teacher, and spiritual guide Chris Hancock to explore Transpersonal Internal Family Systems (T-IFS)—a sacred weaving of parts work with direct connection to the Divine. Together, we explore how T-IFS opens portals to higher realms of healing, the many expressions of Divine love and light, and how spiritual beings—including Mother Mary and Isis—can participate in unburdenings and transformation. Chris also shares his process of spiritual awakening and the path that led him to co-create this multidimensional form of healing. I share my own powerful T-IFS session with Chris, including an emotional message received from Mother Mary that brought me to tears. This episode is a testament to what becomes possible when we listen deeply, surrender, and allow Love itself to lead the way. _______________________________ In this episode, we discuss: What is Transpersonal IFS and how it evolved The many expressions of the Divine and how they show up in healing How Chris integrates higher realms into unburdenings Stories from powerful T-IFS sessions, including guides, ancestors, and angelic presences Parts that block access to the Divine and how to gently be with them My personal experience with Mother Mary and Isis during a T-IFS session The emotional and sacred message Chris received from Mother Mary the day after our session. ______________________________ About Chris Hancock Chris Hancock, LCSW, ACMHP is a licensed therapist with over 26 years of experience and the heart behind Therapy Outside the Box, based in Nashville, TN. His journey through burnout, mystical awakening, and surrender to Divine guidance led him to develop a unique healing modality known as Transpersonal IFS (T-IFS)—a powerful blend of IFS, spiritual gnosis, and multidimensional light transmission. Chris works in direct relationship with Divine Feminine and Divine Masculine archetypes and is a devoted channel of Mother Mary, offering deeply sacred healing experiences that are grounded in love, unity, and soul remembrance.   Connect with Chris: Website: www.therapyoutsidethebox.com Instagram: @therapyoutsidethebox Phone: 615.430.2778 ______________________________ Want to work with Natalie? Contact her below   Website: https://www.ndwellnessservices.com/ Contact: https://www.ndwellnessservices.com/contact  Instagram: @nataliedeering _____________________________   Donate to the podcast Here!    Interested in sponsoring an episode of the podcast? Upgrade your business and let more people know about your amazing services or products by reaching hundreds to thousands of people by sponsoring an episode for only $100!  Please email ndwellness.services@therapysecure.com for more information.  Thank you for the support!    *Please support the podcast by following, rating, and leaving a review*

Today, we're asking whether people in the UK will be able to afford a decent standard of living in retirement.While the foundations of the system—like the state pension and automatic enrolment—are strong, there are growing concerns. Rising state pension ages, the unpredictability of the ‘triple lock', low private saving rates, and the complexity of managing pension wealth in later life all pose challenges for future retirees.So, what changes are needed to improve outcomes? What's the right balance between state support and private saving? And how can pensions be made easier to navigate?Paul Johnson is joined by IFS Deputy Director Carl Emmerson and Senior Research Economist Laurence O'Brien to discuss the findings of the IFS pensions review.Become a member: https://ifs.org.uk/individual-membershipFind out more: https://ifs.org.uk/podcasts-explainers-and-calculators/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, I'm joined by Jen Hurst, founder and owner of Everyday Enneagram. She is a Highly trained Enneagram coach, Trauma Recovery Practitioner (specializing in Dr. Gabor Matés  psychotherapeutic approach to trauma healing, Compassionate Inquiry)  and Psychedelic Integration Specialist. Under this umbrella she draws upon over 25 years of personal and professional study. In her practice she tutors her clients in areas of personality theory, relational dynamics (IFS), mental health issues, trauma work/recovery, spirituality, faith transitions, somatic awareness, nervous system regulation and non ordinary states of consciousness including Breathwork. Jen is passionate about helping people know and understand themselves, both the conscious and unconscious parts; then to heal the wounds that have kept them bound, finally setting themselves free. Witnessing  people ‘come home' to themself is some of her most rewarding work. FIND HER HEREBOOKS: The Middle Passage, It Didn't Start With You, Mind Body Code, Presence Process Ashlynn Mitchell is the former cohost of the top 10 podcast The Betrayed, The Addicted & The Expert, and the voice behind This Is Ashlynn, a show redefining what it means to thrive in midlife. After a public divorce that ended a 21-year marriage and reshaped her career, Ashlynn turned personal pain into purpose. Today, she guides women through the messy, magical process of healing and reinvention after betrayal, divorce, or a lifetime of self-abandonment.With two teenage daughters and a life she rebuilt from the ground up, Ashlynn leads with lived experience. Her coaching and soulful retreats are spaces where women learn to trust themselves again, reclaim their joy, and stop playing small. She's not here to tell you who to be, she's here to remind you who you already are.Ashlynn's work is for women who are done dimming their light and ready to own their story, their pleasure, their peace, and their power. When she's not coaching, you'll find her hiking, roller skating, or dancing like no one's watching.Find her at www.thisisashlynn.com and on Instagram @this.isAshlynn

We speak with survivor Nichole Willden about high demand religion and culty-ness.Links: website--nicholemwillden.comsocials--@nicholemwilldenSubstack HERE.The website is HERE.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you are in, you can use a non-Apple device or non-safari browser to join groups HERE. Once you are set up, then the website and app work on any device just fine.  We have peer support check-in groups, an art group, movie groups, social events, and classes.  Additional zoom groups are optional, but only available by joining the groups. Join us! Content Note: Content on this website and in the podcasts is assumed to be trauma and/or dissociative related due to the nature of what is being shared here in general.  Content descriptors are generally given in each episode.  Specific trigger warnings are not given due to research reporting this makes triggers worse.  Please use appropriate self-care and your own safety plan while exploring this website and during your listening experience.  Natural pauses due to dissociation have not been edited out of the podcast, and have been left for authenticity.  While some professional material may be referenced for educational purposes, Emma and her system are not your therapist nor offering professional advice.  Any informational material shared or referenced is simply part of our own learning process, and not guaranteed to be the latest research or best method for you.  Please contact your therapist or nearest emergency room in case of any emergency.  This website does not provide any medical, mental health, or social support services. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

What if the parts of you that sabotage, overachieve, numb out, or shut down… were just trying to help?In this 2 part series, I sit down with trauma therapist and IFS expert Kathy Kinghorn to explore how Internal Family Systems (IFS) gives us a radical, compassionate map of the human psyche. You'll learn how the different “parts” of you—yes, even the ones that seem chaotic or contradictory—are showing up for a reason. ✨ Topics We Cover:What IFS actually is (& how it mirrors your external family)Why they're ALL trying to help youThe neuroscience of partsWhat happens when we speak, lead, or parent from unintegrated parts

If this meditation resonates with you, please follow, subscribe, and leave a review. Your support helps others find their way to this healing space.For more IFS resources, meditations, and community, visit ⁠exploreifs.com⁠.Summary:In this session we explore the gentle art of setting and honoring boundaries through an Internal Family Systems lens. You'll be guided to notice which parts of you may struggle with boundaries — perhaps a people-pleasing part, an overcommitter, or one that tends to shut down — and to meet them with curiosity and compassion.Together, we'll invite Self-energy to witness these parts, explore their fears around firmer boundaries, and reflect on what they might need to feel more supported. You'll be encouraged to consider one small step you could take this week to honor a boundary with greater clarity and kindness, all while respecting the needs of your entire system.

The week began with IFS's acquisition of TheLoops, a cutting-edge innovator in autonomous AI agent technology. In other news, Deltek announced new AI-driven capabilities within GovWin IQ that represent the beginning of a bold, multi-phase initiative to redefine how government contractors identify, bid on, and win new opportunities. Finally, to end the week on a high note, Acumatica announced Amelie Phung and Caitlyn Chin have been awarded Acumatica-LPGA Foundation Scholarships for the 2025-2026 school yearConnect with us!https://www.erpadvisorsgroup.com866-499-8550LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/erp-advisors-groupTwitter:https://twitter.com/erpadvisorsgrpFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/erpadvisorsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/erpadvisorsgroupPinterest:https://www.pinterest.com/erpadvisorsgroupMedium:https://medium.com/@erpadvisorsgroup

This week on the KORE Women podcast, Dr. Summer Watson welcomes Krishna Avalon, who is a subconscious and somatic therapy expert, IFS practitioner, and PSYCH-K facilitator who's helped over 30,000 people transform from the inside out. We explore what it really means to heal beyond the surface, while tapping into the body, the subconscious, and the nervous system for lasting change. If you've ever felt stuck despite all the self-work, this conversation is for you.   You can follow Krishna Avalon on: You can follow Krishna Avalon on Facebook, and Instagram LinkedIn and at: www.krishnaavalon.com  Thank you for taking the time to listen to the KORE Women podcast and being a part of the KORE Women experience. You can listen to The KORE Women podcast on your favorite podcast directory - Pandora, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, JioSaavn, Amazon and at: www.KOREWomen.com/podcast.  Please leave your comments and reviews about the podcast and check out KORE Women on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. You can also learn more about the host, Dr. Summer Watson and KORE Women at: www.korewomen.com You can also learn more about Dr. Summer Watson, MHS, PhD, KORE Women, LLC, the KORE Women podcast, and her Community Empowerment and Cross-Generational Consultation Services by going to: www.korewomen.com. Thank you for listening! Please share this podcast with your family and friends. #KOREWomenPodcast #SubconsciousHealing #NervousSystemReset #SomaticTherapy  #EmotionalWellness #MindBodyConnection

In this powerful kickoff to the July “Freedom” series, April Bordeau welcomes back therapist Jared Jones to discuss a foundational question: Are we truly free—or just managing our behavior?They dive deep into the contrast between behavior modification and authentic freedom, exploring why simply managing outward actions often fails to produce lasting change. Instead, they advocate for a process that heals the root causes behind behaviors.Whether you're wrestling with unhealthy patterns, helping someone walk through recovery, or striving to live more fully, this conversation offers both hope and practical steps toward sustainable transformation.

Long before he became a miser, Scrooge was a lonely boy left behind at boarding school—forgotten, unwanted, and emotionally starved. In this IFS-informed exploration, Rick traces how those early wounds formed exiled parts burdened with shame and abandonment, which in turn gave rise to the controlling, isolated adult we meet in A Christmas Carol. Scrooge's obsession with money, his cold demeanor, and his rejection of connection weren't signs of greed—they were survival strategies. Through this lens, Dickens' story becomes more than a tale of redemption—it's a powerful look at how childhood trauma shapes adult financial behavior and how healing begins when we finally turn toward those long-forgotten parts.A podcast that blends the nuts and bolts of financial advice with the emotions that drive making them.Rick Kahler, CFP®, CFT-I™, has helped people make better money decisions by integrating financial planning. He blends the nuts and bolts of financial advice with the emotions that drive making them and shares them on his financial therapy podcast.

We speak with survivor Nichole Willden about high demand religion and culty-ness.Links: website--nicholemwillden.comsocials--@nicholemwilldenSubstack HERE.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you are in, you can use a non-Apple device or non-safari browser to join groups HERE. Once you are set up, then the website and app work on any device just fine.  We have peer support check-in groups, an art group, movie groups, social events, and classes.  Additional zoom groups are optional, but only available by joining the groups. Join us! Content Note: Content on this website and in the podcasts is assumed to be trauma and/or dissociative related due to the nature of what is being shared here in general.  Content descriptors are generally given in each episode.  Specific trigger warnings are not given due to research reporting this makes triggers worse.  Please use appropriate self-care and your own safety plan while exploring this website and during your listening experience.  Natural pauses due to dissociation have not been edited out of the podcast, and have been left for authenticity.  While some professional material may be referenced for educational purposes, Emma and her system are not your therapist nor offering professional advice.  Any informational material shared or referenced is simply part of our own learning process, and not guaranteed to be the latest research or best method for you.  Please contact your therapist or nearest emergency room in case of any emergency.  This website does not provide any medical, mental health, or social support services. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A unique opportunity, high value IFS, Tic Tacs, a soothing eye test, and Kid Creole's school run. Join the Iron Filings Society: https://www.patreon.com/topflighttimemachine and on Apple Podcast Subscriptions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textIn this episode, I take you inside my experience of learning Internal Family Systems therapy while simultaneously navigating prostate cancer surgery and recovery during the fall and winter of 2023-24.Through audio diary entries recorded over three months, you'll hear my real-time reflections as I move through an intensive experiential training that forced me to find and confront parts of myself. From the corporate retreat center where it all began to the post-surgical reflections in my bedroom, these recordings capture the disorientation, insight, and healing that unfolded as I allowed myself to be both student and subject.This episode may be helpful for therapists considering IFS training or for anyone facing illness or supporting someone through health challenges.  It is the final episode in my five part series on my IFS level I training experience.This episode of Developing Meaning is produced by Dirk Winter and Caroline Hinton and brought to you by Consilient Mind LLC.  Developing Meaning is NOT AFFILIATED WITH ANY INSTITUTIONS and NOT CLINICAL ADVICE.Theme Music by The Thrashing Skumz.

We get an email about welcoming new people to the community, and have lots to say.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you are in, you can use a non-Apple device or non-safari browser to join groups HERE. Once you are set up, then the website and app work on any device just fine.  We have peer support check-in groups, an art group, movie groups, social events, and classes.  Additional zoom groups are optional, but only available by joining the groups. Join us!Content Note: Content on this website and in the podcasts is assumed to be trauma and/or dissociative related due to the nature of what is being shared here in general.  Content descriptors are generally given in each episode.  Specific trigger warnings are not given due to research reporting this makes triggers worse.  Please use appropriate self-care and your own safety plan while exploring this website and during your listening experience.  Natural pauses due to dissociation have not been edited out of the podcast, and have been left for authenticity.  While some professional material may be referenced for educational purposes, Emma and her system are not your therapist nor offering professional advice.  Any informational material shared or referenced is simply part of our own learning process, and not guaranteed to be the latest research or best method for you.  Please contact your therapist or nearest emergency room in case of any emergency.  This website does not provide any medical, mental health, or social support services. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Is there just one “you”? This evocative question lies at at the heart of Dr. Richard Schwartz's groundbreaking work as both a therapist, and a researcher.Over 40 years he's pushed back against conventionChallenging what so many of us have been taught to believe - That we have a single identity.And to feel fear or shame when we can't control the inner voices that don't match the ideal of who we think we should be. Rather than accept this well adopted theory of the “mono-mind.”Dr. Schwartz developed the Internal Family Systems model (IFS) in response to clients' descriptions of various parts within themselves, which has been transforming psychology for decades and is outlined in his profound bestselling book, No Bad PartsHe says:“All of us are born with many sub-minds - or parts,” “These parts are not imaginary or symbolic. They are individuals who exist as an internal family within us - and the key to health and happiness is to honor, understand, and love every part.”Today, we will take an experiential dive into IFS - As Dick shares more of his story, how he came to this approach, the role of curiosity and love in healing,and ultimately will offer a glimpse of what's possible when we engage in parts work as he generously agreed to conduct an IFS therapy session with me in real time. What unfolded turned out to be extraordinary experience. One that left me changed.The session itself increased my belief in Dick's hopeful and inspiring sentiment:“When we learn to love all our parts, we can learn to love all people - and that will contribute to healing the world.”For more on Dick Schwartz, his books, IFS, and a directory of IFS trained therapists please visit ifs-institute.comEnjoying the show? Please rate it wherever you listen to your podcasts!Did you find this conversation inspiring? Here are other conversations we think you'll love:On Honoring the Soul (pt. 1) | Parker J. PalmerOn Heartbreak, Healing, and Transformation | Sara Avant StoverThanks for listening!Support the show

Is there just one “you”? We've been taught to believe we have a single identity and to feel fear or shame when we can't control the inner voices that don't match the ideal of who we think we should be. Yet Dr. Richard Schwartz's research now challenges this “mono-mind” theory. “All of us are born with many sub-minds―or parts,” says Dr. Schwartz. “These parts are not imaginary or symbolic. They are individuals who exist as an internal family within us―and the key to health and happiness is to honor, understand, and love every part.” Dr. Schwartz's Internal Family Systems (IFS) model has been transforming psychology for decades. In this session, you'll explore why IFS has been so effective in areas such as trauma recovery, addiction therapy, and depression treatment―and how this new understanding of consciousness has the potential to radically change our lives. You'll learn: ― How honoring and communicating with parts changes our approach to mental wellness ― How to transform your ego, inner critic, and self saboteur into powerful allies ― How IFS demonstrates human goodness by revealing that there are no bad parts ― How to discover your wise, compassionate essence of goodness that is the source of healing and harmony You'll also engage in practical exercises for mapping your parts, accessing the Self, and working with a challenging protector. --- Dr. Richard Schwartz, PhD is the creator of Internal Family Systems, a highly effective, evidence-based therapeutic model that de-pathologizes the multipart personality. His IFS Institute offers training for professionals and the general public. Formerly an associate professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Illinois at Chicago and later at Northwestern University, he is currently on the faculty of Harvard Medical School. He has published five books and is a sought-after presenter. For more, visit ifs-institute.com. Interview Links: - Dr Schwartz's website: https://ifs-institute.com/ - Dr Schwartz's books: https://amzn.to/3V9YOtA

Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault, suicidal ideation, and eating disorders. Listener discretion is advised.In this deeply impactful episode, I sit down with the incredible Brittany Piper—international speaker, author, somatic experiencing practitioner, and founder of the Body First Healing program. Brittany shares her powerful story of overcoming trauma and explains how misdiagnoses like ADHD can sometimes mask deeper trauma responses.We dive into the science of the nervous system, the power of somatic healing, and how trauma lives in the body long after the mind thinks it's moved on. Brittany shares how her journey led her from survival to recovery, and how she now helps others understand their body's language to reclaim safety, connection, and joy. If you or someone you love struggles with trauma, anxiety, ADHD, or PTSD, this episode offers real hope, powerful insight, and practical tools for healing. Episode Highlights:[0:49] Meet Brittany Piper and a glimpse into her work and background in trauma-informed care.[3:05] Brittany opens up about her early life and how trauma impacted her mental health.[5:56] Grinning and bearing it: how unresolved trauma showed up as ADHD, anxiety, and depression.[8:41] The exhausting toll of a two-year trial process and its re-traumatizing effects.[12:08] Rock bottom: the jail cell moment that sparked Brittany's healing journey.[13:49] Introduction to somatic experiencing and how Brittany began healing her nervous system.[17:47] Why talk therapy alone wasn't enough—and how polyvagal theory changed everything.[22:10] Understanding nervous system responses and how to rewire for safety.[24:20] Trigger vs. activation: decoding what your body is really telling you.[28:56] How repeated exposure through the body can neutralize trauma responses.[31:49] Real-time somatic work: what healing looks like on a body level.[35:15] How somatic IFS and nervous system awareness help you lead from your most regulated self.[42:53] Why trauma recovery requires slowing down and building foundational safety.[44:47] The truth about regulation: it's not about "fixing" yourself—it's about changing how you relate to your emotions. Guest Bio:Brittany Piper is a Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, author, and international speaker specializing in trauma-informed care and nervous system healing. She is the founder of the Body First Healing program and author of Body-First Healing: A Revolutionary Guide to Nervous System Recovery. Links & Resources:Learn more about Brittany's work: bodyfirsthealing.comFollow Brittany on Instagram: @healwithbritThank you for tuning into "SuccessFULL with ADHD." If this episode has impacted you, remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us reach and help more individuals navigating their journeys with ADHD.Want to be ‘SuccessFULL with ADHD' by Activating Your ADHD Potential?Order our 3x best-selling book/workbook for adults with ADHD ▶️ http://bit.ly/activateadhd

In this episode, we take a fresh look at the journey from our everyday, habitual sense of ego-centered identity—the “small self”—toward discovering and living from our True Nature or what IFS calls Self Leadership. Through a guided glimpse practice and gentle inquiry at the end, we explore how to unblend from the thinker or manager part of the mind and shift into the spacious, compassionate presence of Self.You'll learn to recognize the levels of identity—from ego-centered small self to Self Essence, Self Energy, and then Self Leadership. Rather than dissolving parts or pushing them away, we honor them as expressions of natural humanity. By shifting into Awake Awareness as the foundation of Self Essence, we gain access to qualities like clarity, curiosity, and compassion, allowing us to relate to our parts from the Self within that has the capacity to heal us.This episode offers a direct taste of what it's like to unhook from our ego's effort and rest in the open-hearted, effortless flow of Self Leadership. You'll walk away with a glimpse practice for identifying your parts, creating space around them, and leading your inner life from the natural wisdom of Self. This isn't about spiritually bypassing or calming our parts—it's about welcoming, listening, and returning home to who you truly are.Mindful Glimpse The episode features Loch offering a guided practice called “From Small self to Self Leadership.” These mindful glimpses serve as invaluable tools for experiencing ways to access the awake consciousness that is already here within all of us. You can now explore all of Loch Kelly's practices and teachings on the new Mindful Glimpses app, found at https://lochkelly.org/mindful-glimpses. This innovative meditation and wellness app offers daily micro-meditations, step-by-step programs, and simple-yet-advanced tools for awakening. EM+IFS Training If you want to explore today's topic in more depth, shifting from small self to authentic Self, please check out the Effortless Mindfulness and IFS training program. Loch Kelly BioLoch is the creator of the Mindful Glimpses app, and an award-winning author, psychotherapist, and nondual meditation teacher. He is also known for his unique practical methods that support awakening as the next natural stage of human development. Backed by modern neuroscience and psychology, Loch introduces Effortless Mindfulness, which combines an ancient form of nondual meditation and IFS psychology that allows immediate access to our embodied awake nature which arises as our calm, clear, and compassionate healing capacity. Connect with Loch: Mobile App: https://lochkelly.org/mindful-glimpses Website: https://lochkelly.org/...

What if our inner parts weren't just fragments of the psyche—but vessels designed to receive divine love? My guests today are Chelsea Odhner, Robert Falconer, and Jonathan S. Rose—co-authors of the new book Opening the Inner World: Spiritual Healing, Internal Family Systems, and Emanuel Swedenborg. Together, we explore the playful spirit that brought this project to life and the profound insights that emerged at the intersection of IFS therapy and Swedenborgian spirituality. We discuss Swedenborg's life and legacy, the idea of spiritual awakening as universally accessible, and how our parts—when burdened—can block access to divine inflow. The authors share how Swedenborg's theology aligns with the IFS model, especially around the belief that healing comes from within, through dialogue, compassion, and connection to something greater. This episode is a heartfelt, curious, and spiritually charged invitation to see your inner world not as a problem to fix—but as a sacred system ready to be witnessed, healed, and loved. __________________________ Topics We Explore: ✨ The joy and creativity behind writing Opening the Inner World

On this week's episode I'm thrilled to have my friend and colleague, Dave Adamusko, join me to demystify "direct access"—a powerful technique that allows IFS practitioners to speak directly to a client's parts. Dave and I dive deep into why direct access is so essential, especially for clients with trauma histories or deeply blended parts who might struggle with more traditional "insight" methods. Dave leads me in a brief session to demonstrate explicit direct access, engaging with a part of me that was feeling annoyed and ignored, and we trace its origins back to a childhood experience. It was such a profound experience! In this episode, you'll discover: What "direct access" truly means, both for clinicians and for those of us simply navigating our inner worlds. How direct access facilitates quick unblending, befriending, and the gathering of powerful insights. Why practicing direct access, even with "easier" clients, is crucial for mastery (and something I'm always working on myself!). The fascinating connection between direct access and other experiential techniques like Gestalt empty chair and psychodrama. The important distinction between explicit and implicit direct access. And be sure to check out my extended interview with Dave exclusively on Substack.   About Dave Adamusko: Dave Adamusko, LMFT is a Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist, and approved IFS Consultant with a private practice in Mesa, AZ. He has been involved in the IFS community since 2015 and has had the privilege of being a Program Assistant for numerous Level 1 trainings as well as a frequent PA for Frank Anderson's L2 Trauma and Neuroscience training. In addition to his therapy private practice he also works as a Guide for Onsite Workshops where he combines his passion for IFS with experiential techniques to create dynamic personal growth workshops. Dave's variety of interests and ADHD have led him to create several passion projects that include (but not limited to): IFS leadership consulting, Experiential Couples Intensives, and recently added, IFS Based Post-Psychedelic Integration Groups.       Episode Sponsor: Life Architect ✨ Get access to 3 IFS webinars organized by Life Architect (featuring Einat Bronstein, Kay Gardner & Robert Falconer, and Ann Sinko) and receive a 30% discount on selected IFS workshops: https://lifearchitect.com/tammy/ ✨   About The One Inside: Check out The One Inside Substack community to access all episodes, exclusive extended interviews, meditations and exercises, and more.  Find The One Inside Self-Led merch at The One Inside store Watch video clips from select episodes on  The One Inside on YouTube Follow Tammy on Instagram @ifstammy and on Facebook at The One Inside with Tammy Sollenberger. Jeff Schrum co-produces The One Inside. He's a writer and IFS Level 2 practitioner who specializes in helping therapists create with clarity and confidence. Are you new to IFS or want a simple way to get to know yourself? Tammy's book, "The One Inside: Thirty Days to your Authentic Self" is a PERFECT place to start.  Sign up for Tammy's email list and get a free "Get to know a Should part of you" meditation on her website Tammy is grateful for Jack Reardon who created music for the podcast.  To learn more about sponsorship opportunties on The One Inside Podcast, email Tammy  

Want to fall in love with your ADHD brain and make it work for you? Learn more about my patented program, Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy  here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup___When you live with ADHD, it's easy to get stuck in a cycle of overwhelm, shutdown, and shame. But what if there's a way to interrupt that pattern without judgment, without spiraling, and without trying to “fix” yourself?Vanessa Gorelkin is a licensed therapist, executive coach, and returning favorite on the podcast. With 30 years of experience across clinical care and executive leadership, she specializes in helping ADHD women find clarity, stability, and actual tools that work. In this episode, she introduces us to Internal Family Systems (IFS), a powerful framework that helps us make sense of our emotional chaos by getting curious instead of self-critical.Tracy and Vanessa dive into the difference between the “manager” and “firefighter” parts of our brain, how IFS can reframe emotional dysregulation, and why so many high-achieving women with ADHD still feel like they're “too much.” They also talk about the surprising way shame shows up in our daily lives, and how compassion is more than just self-care; it's a powerful strategy for long-term emotional regulation.Vanessa also shares how IFS creates space for your inner world to feel less chaotic, less punishing, and more connected. You'll learn how identifying and working with your internal parts can build self-awareness, reduce reactive patterns, and unlock a deeper sense of agency.Whether you're new to IFS or already deep into parts work, this episode offers real, relatable guidance for anyone looking to create more emotional balance and self-trust.Resources:Website: https://vanessagorelkin.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsvanessagorelkin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessacahngorelkin1 Send a Message: Your Name | Email | Message Learn more by connecting with Tracy through Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, or visit adhdforsmartwomen.com.Are You Ready to Discover Your Brilliance? Order Now: https://adhdforsmartwomen.com/bookJoin Your ADHD Brain is A-OK: https://adhdforsmartwomen.com/aokVisit our website: https://adhdforsmartwomen.comJoin our community of ADHD For Smart Ass Women: https://www.facebook.com/groups/tracyotsuka Join What Do I Do With My Life Masterclass: spyhappy.me/classUnlock your best days with Blends: https://adhdforsmartwomen.com/blends

Ever feel emotions that don't seem to belong to you? Like you're carrying pain that started long before you were born? What if the things you're struggling with—sexual trauma, shame, fear of being seen—aren't just yours... but inherited? In this  Language of Love Conversation, I sit down with Dr. Frank Anderson, a renowned trauma psychiatrist who's helped countless people heal—but had to take his own journey first. Frank's new book, To Be Loved: A Story of Truth, Trauma and Transformation, blends memoir with a trauma healing guide. But before he could write it, he had to live it. He grew up disconnected from his body, afraid to show who he really was, and deeply shaped by generations of silence and suppression. In this episode, we go deep into: How trauma hides in families for generations—and how to spot it in your own Why intellect and “having it all together” often hide emotional chaos How hiding his identity became a form of survival—and how he found the courage to be fully seen What it really means to feel inherited pain, not just analyze it Coming out, breaking patterns, and embracing truth—on every level The life-changing magic of combining IFS with somatic healing And how you can start breaking cycles, too This is more than a conversation. It's an invitation—to feel, to face what's been buried, and maybe, to be the one in your family who finally sets it all down. Learn more about Dr. Frank Anderson's work, including his new book To Be Loved: A Story of Truth, Trauma and Transformation, on his website and socials and register for his events. Also make sure to check out the Grief Healing Collective for a community of like minded people, amazing resources on grief healing, and live healing sessions and events.  You can also check out my Good Grief Course. Have your own story about breaking the cycle? I'd love to hear it—email me at languageoflovepod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices