This episode is a re release from a previous season.

In this conversation, Monique is talking with Dr. Richard Schwartz, the creator of Internal Family Systems, (IFS) They discuss the model and its application in healing trauma, particularly childhood and complex trauma. Richard emphasizes the importance of understanding the 'self' within IFS, the process of unburdening parts of oneself that carry trauma, and the transformative potential of accessing one's inherent self. The discussion also covers practical techniques for working with protectors and exiled parts.

takeaways

• IFS helps in healing trauma by addressing parts of oneself.
• The self is an untainted essence that knows how to heal.
• Unburdening parts can lead to rapid transformation.
• Curiosity and compassion are key in working with inner critics.
• Healing involves retrieving and nurturing the inner child.
• Protectors must be honored and understood, not fought against.
• Accessing the self can take time and patience.
• Children can easily understand and engage with their parts.
• Spiritual insights suggest that the self is inherent in everyone.
• The upcoming book aims to make IFS accessible to a wider audience.

https://ifs-institute.com/

The Internal Family Systems Workbook: A Guide to Discover Your Self and Heal Your Parts https://amzn.to/3Ky7nPf

No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model https://amzn.to/4mUZHUF

Introduction to Internal Family Systems https://amzn.to/3VPnudK