The One Inside: An Internal Family Systems (IFS) podcast IFS and Boundaries with Alison Cook
Aug 22, 2019
Alison Cook, a talented teacher, writer, and speaker, dives into the fascinating world of Internal Family Systems and boundaries. She shares insights from her book, "Boundaries for Your Soul," exploring how spirituality merges with psychology. Listeners learn about the protective roles of internal parts—exiles, managers, and firefighters—and how to nurture them for emotional healing. Alison also discusses the Enneagram, particularly the complexities of Type Three, and offers practical tools for self-discovery and the emergence of the true Self.
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Enneagram Threes and Feedback
- Tammy Sollenberger and Alison Cook discuss their Enneagram types and experiences.
- Cook admits to struggling with feedback as a Three, while Sollenberger relates to the Three's drive for efficiency.
Integrating Psychology and Spirituality
- Alison Cook's background is in integrating psychology and spirituality.
- Her book, "Boundaries for Your Soul," offers a Christian adaptation of the IFS model.
IFS and the Christian Path
- The Christian faith sometimes presents a perceived pressure to conform to a certain path.
- IFS offers a framework for integrating seemingly conflicting parts of oneself within a faith context.
