The One Inside: An Internal Family Systems (IFS) podcast

IFS and Becoming An Ancestor with Derek Scott

Mar 22, 2024

Explore Derek Scott's journey with cancer, his impactful IFS teachings, and reflections on honoring Dick Schwartz. Discover the emotional turmoil, internal parts management, and transitioning to becoming an ancestor. Delve into the profound bond between a parent and their daughter, as well as crafting personal rituals and gifts for future generations.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Embracing Choices in End-of-Life Care

02:22 • 7min

Reflections on Dick's Influence in IFS Development and Personal Experiences

09:12 • 2min

Navigating Emotional Turmoil and Managing Internal Parts

10:58 • 25min

Emotional Reflections on Parenting and Building Memories with a Daughter

35:29 • 2min

Crafting Personal Rituals and Gifts for Future Generations

37:21 • 3min

Derek Scott and I got to meet one last time here on the podcast. I want to share with you what I know because a lot of you have asked. You will find out a lot in this episode from Derek himself.

I was among a small group who knew he was sick and when he was passing. After we recorded the episode I got to read his book and watch a session between him and Dick Schwartz, the founder of IFS.

My understanding is you will be able to see this incredible session when you buy the book. Sign up for the launch here: Dead (Spoiler Alert): a Psychotherapist's Journey With Cancer

If you haven't heard of Derek Scott, I invite you to go to YouTube and check out his channel. Many of us in the IFS community learned so much by watching his videos. He and I recorded a full IFS session on video three years ago. He would text me periodically and let me know how many people had watched it. I just looked -- it has 70,000 views! Derek ran an organization called IFSCA, based in Canada, which teach IFS courses. In all the years I’ve known Derek he is clear to honor Dick Schwartz, the founder of IFS. He makes it known that his courses are not IFS trainings. He was always careful to distinguish that and to be so respectful of Dick. If you go to the podcast page on my website and search for Derek Scott, you will see several episodes we did together. Over the years he would text me and say, "Hey do you wanna talk about such and such?" I’d always say yes.

Here are all the links:

Full episode between Derek as therapist and me as client:

Complete IFS Session (youtube.com)

Derek's youtube channel:

(14) Derek IFSCA - YouTube

Derek's organziation IFS in Canada:

Home - IFSCA

Other podcast episodes with Derek:

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He was a friend, and I am so grateful for his presence in my life. The last text I received from him was a week before he died, and it was just this emoji … 🤸‍♀️

Sending you all so much warmth and compassion as you listen to this episode.

All my love,

Tammy

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Jeff Schrum is Co-Producer of The One Inside Podcast. He completed the IFS Online Circle and is currently enrolled in an IFS Level 1 training.

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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. You can purchase it here: The One Inside: 30 Days To Your Authentic Self: Sollenberger, Tammy: 9780967688756: Amazon.com: Books or wherever books are sold.

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Tammy is grateful for Jack Reardon who created music for the podcast. Jack is a graduate of Derek Scott’s IFS Stepping Stones Program. You can follow Jack at bonzemusic on Instagram.