Nondual IFS and the power of presence | Laura Patryas | #040 Mastering Change

What happens when the part of us that wants to heal becomes the thing that gets in the way? 

In this episode, we speak with Laura Patryas, a nondual IFS practitioner who sees our inner parts as expressions of awareness rather than problems to fix. 

Laura explains how trauma disconnects us from presence and how, in both therapy and life, healing begins when we can rest in awareness rather than try to control it. She describes how nondual IFS expands traditional IFS by integrating spiritual insight, compassion and connection to the whole. 

“Having parts isn’t a problem. It’s just like waves on the ocean – different expressions of the same awareness.” 

We explore: 

• What nondual IFS is and how it differs from traditional IFS 
• The role of presence and awareness in trauma healing 
• The difference between empathy, sympathy and compassion 
• How to work with the therapist’s own “parts” during sessions 
• How this approach supports both personal and collective healing 

Moment of Care: This episode discusses sensitive episodes related to trauma, mental health and potential distressing experiences. If you feel triggered at any point, please take a moment to check in with yourself and seek support. 

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