Dive into the intriguing concepts of creativity and personal growth as a renowned psychiatrist shares insights on the art of embracing adversity. Discover the idea that the toughest life moments can lead to compelling experiences, while grappling with self-doubt and 'Part X.' Explore the notion that being a bit more 'evil' might just be beneficial in your journey. The discussion highlights the significance of relationships, community support, and the transformative power of challenges, encouraging listeners to unlock their authentic selves.
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Embrace Discomfort
Elise Loehnen suggests considering uncomfortable feedback, even if it seems absurd.
Recognizing discomfort can indicate areas for personal growth.
insights INSIGHT
Understanding Part X
Part X, similar to Jung's shadow, gives you needless problems and unhelpful solutions.
It hinders your potential, appropriating your resourceful, free self.
question_answer ANECDOTE
Elise's Part X: Approval Seeking
Elise Loehnen shares how her Part X manifested as a need for constant approval.
This led her to prioritize others' experiences over her own energy and needs.
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4 Tools to Defeat Your Inner Enemy, Ignite Creative Expression & Unleash Your Soul's Potential
Phil Stutz
Barry Michels
In 'Coming Alive', Phil Stutz and Barry Michels guide readers toward a wellspring of positive energy known as the Life Force. The book introduces four vital tools to combat 'Part X', the inner enemy that derails progress and keeps individuals small and stuck. Drawing from their decades of psychotherapeutic practice, the authors offer a paradigm-shifting guide to achieving optimal mental health and spiritual well-being by identifying and defeating this inner adversary and harnessing the energy of the Life Force for creativity, renewal, and engagement.
On Our Best Behavior
Elise Loehnen
True and False Magic
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Phil Stutz
Phil Stutz's "True and False Magic" delves into his spiritual philosophy and understanding of the universe. The book expands on his previous work, offering a deeper exploration of higher forces and their influence on human experience. It integrates his unique perspective on spirituality with practical tools for personal growth. The book is presented in a workbook-like format, encouraging active engagement from the reader. It's a blend of spiritual insights and practical self-help techniques.
The Tools
Phil Stutz
In 'The Tools,' Phil Stutz and Barry Michels present a unique approach to therapy that focuses on immediate solutions rather than dwelling on the past. The book introduces five tools: The Reversal of Desire, Active Love, Inner Authority, Grateful Flow, and Jeopardy. Each tool is associated with a 'Higher Force' and is designed to help individuals face pain, break free from negative thoughts, and cultivate gratitude and willpower. The authors draw from their decades of psychotherapeutic practice and provide clear steps for using these tools to achieve mental health and spiritual well-being[3][5][4].
In this month’s solo episode, I spend some time thinking about why psychiatrist Phil Stutz observed that I’m holding myself back. And why I have a hard time with the idea of marketing, or promoting, my own work. I also share more about Phil’s concept of Part X—which gives you problems that you don’t need, and solutions to those problems that only make it worse. I think about how my own Part X has changed; and why it’s currently trying to convince me that I’m too good, too righteous, too pure…to be fully engaged. And, how, when we put ourselves in motion—when we go for something, even if we get knocked down—it’s an opportunity to truly grow and learn (which Phil would call an opportunity to “meet the father”).
Pulling The Thread with Elise Loehnen 
