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Inside the Mind: Marc Lewis on Transformative Healing with Internal Family Systems Therapy


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Marc Lewis is a neuroscientist and former professor of developmental psychology, who taught at the University of Toronto and Radboud University. He is the author of numerous journal publications and books, including Memoirs of an Addicted Brain and The Biology of Desire.

How can understanding our internal parts lead to emotional healing and personal growth?

In this episode of "Voices with Vervaeke," John Vervaeke and Marc Lewis explore Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. They examine the emotional landscapes that shape our behaviors, the interaction of different parts of the mind, and the transformative potential of self-compassion in therapy. This conversation provides insights into psychological healing, challenging conventional views and offering new perspectives on personal growth and recovery.

 

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00:00 Introduction: Understanding Addiction and Emotional Regulation through IFS Therapy

03:15 Marc's Academic Journey and Neuroscience Insights

05:35 The Power of IFS Therapy: A Faster Route to Healing and Understanding

11:35 Practical Applications of IFS and Why it Works

21:00 Dialoguing with Our Inner Selves

33:50 Exploring the Concept of Self in IFS

43:55 Bridging Therapy, Spirituality, and Emotional Healing

48:20 Balancing Growth, Responsibility, and the Role of the Self

01:00:00 Navigating Cultural Reactivity and Spiritual Dimensions

01:13:35 The Importance of Guidance and Pedagogical Preparation 

01:17:15 Conclusion: The Evolving Nature of IFS Therapy and the Need for Continued Inquiry

   

 

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Ideas, People, and Works Mentioned in this Episode

 

Plato, Republic 

Richard Schwartz, No Bad Parts 

Cece Sykes, Internal Family Systems Therapy for Addictions: Trauma-Informed, Compassion-Based Interventions for Substance Use, Eating, Gambling and More 

Wizard of Oz (film)

Seth Allison

Kasra Mirzaie 

Lucas Forstmeyer

Gedankenexperiment 

Relevant Episodes

Attachment Theory Beyond Therapy: Seth Allison on Wisdom and Connection

Exploring the Depths of Internal Family Systems with Seth Allison

Wisdom Through the Imaginal: IFS Insights with Seth Allison Part 3

Engaging the Imaginal: Kasra Mirzaie on IFS and the Meaning Crisis

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