Interior Integration for Catholics 165 Your Questions About IFS and Catholicism Answered
May 5, 2025
Join David Edwards, an IFS therapist and founder of St. Joseph Counseling, Bridget Adams, a trained IFS coach, and Marion Moreland, a level three certified IFS therapist, as they tackle the integration of Internal Family Systems therapy with Catholicism. They discuss the critical role of self-awareness in healing, the impact of legacy burdens, and the significance of compassion in personal growth. Tune in for insights on navigating emotional turmoil, enhancing prayer life, and embracing one's internal parts to foster genuine connections.
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All Parts Have Good Intentions
- All parts of us have good intentions, even those we want to banish or suppress.
- Recognize parts as integral and valuable aspects of our being to foster self-love and integration.
Approach Parts With Love
- Treat parts as real sub-personalities needing love and relational engagement.
- Approach parts with genuine dialogue like you'd with a person to open up healing and clarity.
Slow Down to Integrate
- Slow down both externally and internally when doing IFS work; slow is fast.
- Build trust with parts gradually without rushing or pushing to unfold self-leadership sustainably.