The Parts Party

Adapted from William Baldwin. Bob says "This meditation was developed as a way for people to protect themselves from what Baldwin called Negative Energies. I believe it’s more effective than creating a boundary or a wall. Protectors tend to attract what they fear the most, and walls tend to do that, too. If you practice this meditation often, it can become a tool to quickly protect you from the energies you’re dealing with, however the very best protection is not being afraid, and this meditation can help us with that." Bob Falconer has worked with, taught, and consulted on IFS for over 14 years. He's recently published his latest book: The Others Within Us: Internal Family Systems, Porous Mind, and Spiritual Possession - on unattached burdens and guides. Available on Amazon at: https://a.co/d/6c0gn2F

Bob Falconer is an IFS Therapist and author of 'The Others Within Us' co-authored with Richard Schwartz. In this episode, Bob shares his own history- one of extreme sadistic child abuse; sexual, physical, emotional, and spiritual. His brother suicided when they were teenagers, his mother was in and out of mental hospitals, and his father was murdered when Bob was 21. His work in therapy was motivated by his own need to heal and he was drawn to working with men with similar histories. He was one of the first men to publicly talk about being a sexual abuse survivor. (This podcast is not affiliated with the IFS Institute.) More about Bob: www.robertfalconer.us IFS in Australia: www.mindbeyond.com.au/ IFS Institute: www.ifs-institute.com/ About Adriana: https://adriananaraicounselling.com.au/ About Ella: www.facebook.com/evolutionofintimacy23

You probably know Tisha Shull as the host of IFS Talks. In this wonderful episode, we had the joy of interviewing her. Tisha is a seasoned psychotherapist, clinical trainer, and IFS consultant with over a decade of experience specializing in complex trauma, anxiety disorders, and mind-body healing. She generously and tenderly shares a transformative experience of working with Cece Sykes on grief related to her siblings death through addiction. We also hear about a hilarious experience of being Self-Led after a minor car accident!  More about Tisha Shull: https://tishashull.com IFS Australia: https://mindbeyond.com.au IFS Institute: https://ifs-institute.com Adriana: https://adriananaraicounselling.com.au/ Ella: https://ellashannon.com Reach out to the podcast: ella@parts-party.com 

Scott Doniger, a chronic stress counselor and Jungian LifeStage coach, shares his journey from chronic fatigue to guiding others through parts work. He discusses how recognizing young parts can help in decision-making and the importance of body awareness in managing stress. Scott delves into the pervasive nature of shame and how it can cloak other parts, impacting relationships. He also shares personal anecdotes about navigating dissociation and emphasizes the significance of non-judgment and awareness in fostering a steady sense of self.

This meditation is an invitation to hear from parts of your system that use shaming. (While also giving full permission to instead stay with parts that are not ready to get to know the shaming part/s, if that is what is needed.) A lovely opportunity to experience some IFS, led with much Self Energy by the wonderful Stephanie Mitchell. Stephanie is offering a 'Shame Sanctuary' retreat in QLD Australia for those who are called to join (therapists and others welcome). Learn more about Stephanie, her work & retreats below (and claim your free ebook): https://stephaniemitchell.com.au/ IFS Australia: https://mindbeyond.com.au  IFS Institute: https://ifs-institute.com  Adriana: https://adriananaraicounselling.com.au/ Ella: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionofintimacy23 

Stephanie Mitchell is a Level 3 Certified IFS Therapist working in private practice on the Sunshine Coast. She specialises in working with adults who have experienced labels of early developmental trauma, BPD and psychosis and is currently undertaking research on IFS and psychosis, in a collaboration between the University California San Francisco and Flinders Uni.   This episode is a wonderful opportunity to hear about what IFS therapy can be like from the client perspective- over many years of sessions, as Stephanie generously introduces us to some of her parts, and how they have evolved and unburdened with the support of her IFS therapist.  Stephanie is offering a 'Shame Sanctuary' retreat for those who are called (therapists and others welcome), and this episode explores some of the burdens and complexities of shame from the perspective of parts and Self. Learn more about Stephanie, her work & retreats below (and claim your free ebook): https://stephaniemitchell.com.au/ IFS Australia: https://mindbeyond.com.au  IFS Institute: https://ifs-institute.com  Adriana: https://adriananaraicounselling.com.au/ Ella: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionofintimacy23 

Dr Loranie Leas, is a clinical/health psychologist and Psychology Board approved supervisor and she is a certified administrator and coder for the Adult Attachment Interview (AAI). Loranie is also an approved IFSI consultant and is currently a co-lead mentee trainer for IFSI. During this episode of the Parts Party, Loranie shares about working with and unburdening a caretaking part of herself- leading to a rich conversation about healthy anger, and the cultural burden that many women hold, of caring for other people's parts while neglecting their own.    More about Loranie: https://www.halaxy.com/profile/dr-loranie-leas/psychologist/313255?clinic=313280    IFS Australia: https://mindbeyond.com.au IFS Institute: https://ifs-institute.com Adriana: https://www.instagram.com/adriana_draws_therapy Ella: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionofintimacy23

Ruth Culver is a Level 3 trained, & certified IFS practitioner based in Brighton UK where she works with adults and adolescents, as well as offering experiential workshops and trainings both in person and online. Her systemic interest in trauma, attachment and resilience led to the creation of "The Survive/Thrive Spiral” - an info-graphic which maps the inter-relatedness of IFS and Polyvagal Theory. Two other IFS integrations have also emerged through her work: "Drawing into Self” which is a method for doing IFS though guided intuitive drawing; and "IFS Constellations” : a method for doing IFS through the somatic group resonance process of constellations.  More about Ruth and her online courses and retreats: https://calmheart.co.uk/workshops IFS in Australia: https://mindbeyond.com.au IFS International: https://ifs-institute.com   More about Adriana: https://adriananaraicounselling.com.au/ More about Ella: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionofintimacy23  Other Resources mentioned: Windows to Our Children By Violet Oaklander Jenna Knapp's work in El Salvador: https://www.nuevaesperanzascholars.org Seth Porges: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NdTI3V2rop0

Cath Leith is a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) Trainer, Therapist and Clinical Consultant with the IFS Institute. She has recently completed the Lead Trainer Program with the IFS Institute and helps with the teaching of Level 1 trainings for IFS Australia and New Zealand.  In this episode of the Parts Party, Cath introduces us to an inner critic- a part I'm sure we can all relate to. Cath shares how this part got a powerful update and was able to transform their role to be much more of a support in her system. More about Cath: https://www.selfspacecounselling.com/about-cath Join Cath and Maddy's retreat for IFS therapists in Nov 2025: https://www.selfspacecounselling.com/about-3 IFS Australia: https://mindbeyond.com.au/ IFS Institute: https://ifs-institute.com/  Adriana: https://www.instagram.com/adriana_draws_therapy  Ella: https://ellashannon.com/ 

Life will always have moments that are upsetting and distressing. In these moments, parts of us get activated, and try to do their best to help us cope. They buzz with anxiety, they try to fix, they focus on others or they find ways to numb us out. This meditation might be helpful in moments where you feel blended or taken over by a part. We hope you find it supportive.