Pints With Aquinas Relieving Post-Traumatic Stress & Calming Anxiety (Dr. Gerry Crete) | Ep.449
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Feb 6, 2024 The podcast discusses the concept of internal parts and their roles in shaping our behavior. It explores overcoming pornography addiction and self-love. The impact of distractions and information overload on anxiety is explored. The misuse of psychological language and the role of social media misinterpretation are discussed. The challenges faced by individuals with ADHD and approaches to treating gender dysphoria are also covered.
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Inner Multiplicity And Integration
- People contain an inner multiplicity: a core inmost self plus distinct parts with perspectives and memories.
- Healing means connecting parts to the inmost self to create integration and inner harmony.
Approach Reactive Parts With Curiosity
- Do lean into reactive 'firefighter' parts with curiosity instead of shaming or repressing them.
- Ask what good intention the part has and name that intention to help it soften and trust.
Help Wounded Parts Find New Needs
- Do connect compassionately with wounded parts behind compulsive behavior (e.g., pornography) to learn their needs.
- Offer alternative ways to meet those needs and build trust before expecting change.