Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition How to Heal Shame & Find Your True Self with IFS Therapy | Sarah Jones
Jun 11, 2025
This week, Tony-winning playwright Sarah Jones joins the conversation to explore the healing journey through Internal Family Systems (IFS). She delves into the complexities of identity shaped by her multicultural upbringing, discussing how different 'parts' within us influence our behaviors. Sarah emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, humor, and play in healing. She candidly addresses addiction as a coping mechanism and highlights the need for emotional safety and curiosity to nurture our inner selves. Prepare for an enlightening discussion on embracing all facets of identity!
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Complex Multicultural Identity
- Sarah Jones grew up in a mixed-race, multicultural family which created a complex sense of identity for her.
- She experienced identity confusion and felt pressured to be whoever others needed her to be for safety and acceptance.
Understanding Internal Family Systems
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) sees us as made up of multiple parts with different motivations and histories.
- Healing involves befriending and dialoguing with these parts instead of rejecting them as "bad."
Use Play to Heal Inner Child
- Practice conscious contact with your inner child and loving your vulnerable parts with compassion.
- Play is a powerful way to reconnect, self-heal, and bring creativity back to your life.
