Join Gabby Bernstein, a spiritual teacher and author, as she shares insights from her new book on Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. Discover how IFS makes self-help accessible and learn about the eight key attributes of self-care, including courage and compassion. Gabby explores healing through self-compassion and the transformative power of emotional acceptance. Together, they guide listeners through reflective techniques, emphasizing the importance of community and connection in the journey of self-discovery.
The importance of a supportive community in personal transformation is emphasized, fostering growth through understanding and mutual encouragement.
Internal Family Systems therapy helps individuals recognize their internal parts, leading to healing, self-awareness, and improved emotional management.
Deep dives
The Importance of Community in Transformation
Feeling a sense of transformation is a common experience but often requires communal support to manifest fully. Engaging with others in a nurturing and encouraging environment can foster individual growth, helping one to navigate personal shifts. The concept of a supportive online community, like Wilder, highlights the significance of connection in personal development journeys, providing a safe space for exploration and learning. In essence, personal transformation thrives within a community that offers understanding, assistance, and mutual encouragement.
Introduction to Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a therapeutic model that helps individuals understand their internal parts and how they affect behavior and emotions. By identifying these parts, individuals can address their unique needs, ultimately leading to healing and self-awareness. The model posits that all parts of ourselves, including those that may seem negative, are actually attempting to protect us from further pain or harm. Understanding IFS can lead to recognizing the protective roles of various parts, thus creating a pathway for self-healing and development.
Connecting with and Healing Our Parts
The process of checking in with our internal parts is a fundamental aspect of IFS and is essential for healthy emotional management. It involves acknowledging and entering into a compassionate relationship with these parts, allowing them to express their needs without judgment. Through methods such as breath awareness and journaling, individuals can foster curiosity about their parts, which can lead to profound internal understanding. This practice ultimately encourages individuals to perceive their internal experiences through a compassionate lens rather than one of shame or criticism.
The Journey Towards Self-Trust
Self-trust emerges as a fundamental component of emotional well-being and personal growth. As individuals navigate their complex inner lives, the cultivation of self-awareness and the reconnection with one’s internal self lead to greater trust in one’s decisions and feelings. This process is not instantaneous but develops over time as individuals confront and integrate their parts into a harmonious whole. Ultimately, a strong sense of self-trust transforms life from a chaotic existence into one filled with clarity and purpose, paving the way for deeper connection with others.
On this episode of The Gathering Room, special guest Gabby Bernstein joins Martha to talk about her newest book, Self Help: This Is Your Chance to Change Your Life.
Martha and Gabby both love Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy—also known as “parts therapy”—and Gabby’s new book is all about making the principles of IFS Therapy accessible to everyone.
To learn more about IFS from Martha and Gabby—and for the chance to join Gabby and Martha in a transformative guided meditation—be sure to tune in!