Dr. Martha Sweezy, IFS therapist, discusses the multiplicity hypothesis of IFS, differences between Buddhist traditions and IFS, the shame cycle, soothing parts, shaming parts, burdens of parts, and self-referential children. They explore the usefulness of shame, Karlen Lyons-Ruth's research, and the complex world of internal protective parts leading to self-destructive behaviors.

On today's podcast I talk with Martha Sweezy. Martha has authored all the IFS books with all the IFS people. Her latest solo book project is entitled, "Internal Family Systems for Shame and Guilt." Martha says, "Understanding shame and guilt in the context of psychic multiplicity is to understand how trauma becomes traumatic over time and how an external insult becomes an internal identity and process." I took notes.  I think you may want to also. Check out all the things Martha Sweezy here: Martha Sweezy, Ph.D. | Assistant Professor, Harvard University Medical School and IFS Therapist in Northampton, Massachusetts *She comments on several of her upcoming book projects with various people in the IFS community. The book she is writing on IFS and Psychedlics is with Richard Schwartz, Dave Lovas, and Sunny Strasburg. ----- Purchase "Altogether Us" here:  Altogether Us: Integrating the IFS Model with Key Modalities, Communities, and Trends: Riemersma, Jenna, Schwartz, Dr. Richard: 9781734958423: Amazon.com: Books Follow Tammy on Instagram @ifstammy here Tammy Sollenberger (@ifs.tammy) • Instagram photos and videos and on Facebook at The One Inside with Tammy Sollenberger here The One Inside: Internal Family Systems with Tammy Sollenberger | Facebook. ----- Are you new to IFS or want a simple way to get to know yourself? Tammy's book, "The One Inside: Thirty Days to your Authentic Self" is a PERFECT place to start. You can purchase it here: The One Inside: 30 Days To Your Authentic Self: Sollenberger, Tammy: 9780967688756: Amazon.com: Books or wherever books are sold. Sign up for Tammy's email list and get a free "Get to know a Should part of you" meditation on her website: Home - Tammy Sollenberger ----- Tammy is grateful for Jack Reardon who created new music. Jack is a graduate of Derek Scott’s IFS Stepping Stones Program. You can follow Jack at bonzemusic on Instagram.

Therapist Dr. Martha Sweezy discusses internal family systems therapy, shame vs. guilt, and tangible well-being changes. Her experience in mental health challenges and trauma. Insights on shame, guilt, and cultural influences. Family environment impact on personality development. Therapy as a space for emotional healing, validation, and exploring all aspects of the psyche. Career guidance, personal growth, and gratitude for impactful conversations.