Welcome to The Mindfulness Within Podcast, hosted by Gilbert Romero-Mewharter. In this episode, Gilbert is joined by Sung Kim, a therapist working at the intersection of trauma, identity, and liberation. They explore how liberation isn’t a one-time act but an ongoing relationship with ourselves, emphasizing patience, self-awareness, and continual return to our authentic selves.
Gilbert and Sung discuss how internal protectors, exiles, and inherited roles keep us stuck in shame and trauma. They highlight that liberation involves compassionately recognizing these parts, questioning their stories, and creating space for healing—step by step. Mindfulness supports us in noticing and extending kindness to these parts on our journey toward freedom.
Gilbert guides a grounding exercise to connect with your internal parts and their stories—burdens or blessings. This practice encourages curiosity, compassion, and permission for parts to rest and transform. Remember, liberation is a continuous process of relationship and self-acceptance, not a destination. Check out the full episode here: https://youtu.be/9k4ZpEkB-ig
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00:00 The Journey of Liberation
05:51 Understanding Internal Captivity
12:12 The Role of Parts in Healing
18:06 Navigating Authentic Identity
23:55 The Importance of Agency
30:00 Community and Liberation
36:09 Mindfulness and Grounding in Liberation
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