The One Inside: An Internal Family Systems (IFS) podcast

Richard Schwartz, the developer of the Internal Family Systems model, leads a meditation and discusses exploring internal parts through mindfulness exercise. The podcast includes a guided internal meditation practice for relaxation and self-acceptance.

On today's episode, author, speaker, and long time assistant trainer with the IFS Institute, Mona Barbera and I chat about how to win a fight. We get very real and very personal as we share our favorite ways to win fights in our marriages. Mona tells us ONE thing that is needed to win a fight and THREE practical, useful tools to improve any relationship. We also talk about having clarity, confidence and calmness in toxic, hard situations. Mona refers to these aspects of our Authentic Self as Lifesavers and Gamechangers for those who are suffering in difficult relationships. And, did I mention how personal we get? Also, my son comes in the room behind me holding an ax above his head... so you don't want to miss this one. To get a $100 off your own brand new website OR to check out all their available therapist resources: https://www.brightervision.com/inside/ To contact Mona: http://www.monabarbera.com/ To get Mona's book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1934787043?pf_rd_p=183f5289-9dc0-416f-942e-e8f213ef368b&pf_rd_r=HF0FB4FZFW4HTNA1B9XH Enjoy!

On this week's episode, David and I talk about this incredible externalization tool which helps call up Self and bring compassion to your whole system. This 'wheel' looks like a solar system with a 'sun' representing Self and colored 'planets' representing Parts. His motto 'Bond with Satisfaction at Every Moment' is threaded throughout the whole episode. He reads his children's book, 'The Big Bright Ball' and reminds us Self can always help out. Check out David's site here and sign up for his newsletter... I recommend you take a look before you listen. http://www.youniverse.net/index.html Enjoy!  

Discover reflections on the IFS conference in Denver, exploring personal experiences and the power of 'self' in conflicts and Internal Family Systems therapy. Delve into crafting an IFS elevator speech and accessing self-energy for healing and authenticity in conversations.

On today's episode Julie and I chat about faith and her IFS journey. Julie states that IFS already has a spiritual component and IFS is compatible with Christianity. She explains how 100 percent of the population is made in God's image and has access to a Core Self. The burdens we pick up have marred that image; our mirror is now dirty with them. The IFS model helps to clean the mirror so we have more clarity, more access to the Holy Spirit and more abundant living. Julie walks through an example of inviting God into a painful scene and memory. She talks about praying for parts and praying from parts and gives several examples of both. She prayers for our inner tasker and states, "Our spiritual walk manifests in our everyday life." She states that Jesus had parts, he did not have burdens (interesting, right?!). No matter what your spiritual path is, research shows prayer is good for our nervous systems. Praying FROM a part and FOR a part are ways to give parts voice. "Every part deserves to have a voice- in the world and with God." Enjoy!   Check out Julie's site with a TON of helpful resources: https://www.juliehoneycutt.com/index.html Check out a short video clip of Julie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpKbG_yzcEw&feature=youtu.be

Organizational leadership and parenting expert Seth Kopald discusses the importance of voice, relationship building, and trust in leadership. He draws parallels between parenting and workplace leadership, emphasizing the power and freedom of Self leadership. The conversation explores the challenges of feeling the need to have all the answers, promoting diversity of thought, and embracing self-awareness in leadership and parenting.

Dr. Seth Kopald, a former Head of School and IFS practitioner, discusses parenting using IFS. He emphasizes unblending from parts, adding warmth to routines, and creating compassion. Seth shares practical tips for self-awareness and managing children's behavior, encouraging a calm teaching approach.

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.

On today's episode, Zsuzsi and I chat about how creative movement helps parts express themselves so we can get to know them better. Movement increases the Self to part relationship and gives us more access to Self energy. It enables us to witness parts stories and unburden parts pain. We talk about the similarities between DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and IFS. And the benefits of seeing behavioral analysis through parts language and the IFS lens. Zsuzsi guides us through several dances- IFS is an experiential model afterall so what kind of podcast would this be if we didn't ACTUALLY dance?! To see all the amazing things she is up to check her out here: https://zgero.com/  

On today's episode, Michelle and I conclude our chat about her book. Get it here....The BOOK! Michelle leads us through about a 10-minute parts meditation. Then we talk about the elements of a parts meditation, the benefits of a parts meditation, and choosing a part of the day. Michelle gives us an inside scoop on what is happening at The Foundation for Self Leadership. You can find out more here: https://foundationifs.org/ She is the editor of The Foundation's magazine, "The Outlook." I can't wait to get mine in the fall! To find out more about Michelle and all the amazing things she has coming up check her out: https://www.thelisten3r.net/ Enjoy!