In episode 2 of the Brave Mama Chronicles podcast, titled "Authentically YOU (part 1) - IFS," you're taken through an exploration of trauma, healing, and the Internal Family System (IFS) approach. Through personal anecdotes and insights, the host discusses the impact of trauma on your life, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and addressing it for emotional well-being. Concepts like exiled parts and protectors within the IFS framework are explained, offering practical tools for healing and unburdening these aspects to access your core self. Resources, including recommended readings and access to licensed therapists, are provided to support you on your journey of self-discovery and healing. The episode concludes with an uplifting message of empowerment and anticipation for the next installment, promising further exploration of embracing your uniqueness for a life of joy and fulfillment.
Quotes:
1. “Beneath every behavior there is a feeling. And beneath every feeling there is a need. And when we meet that need rather than focus on the behavior, we begin to deal with the cause, not the symptom.” - Unknown
2. “We can bump into other in a healing way or a harmful way…how will you bump?” – Amanda Stephens
3. “Trauma causes trauma, sin causes sin; heal and break the cycle by looking within.” – Amanda Stephens
4. Core self “C words”: compassion, curiosity, clarity, creativity, calm, confidence, courage, and connectedness. – Dr. Richard Schwartz
5. “Core self seeks to calmly, creatively, and compassionately, with confidence and courage seek connectedness and clarity with all of our parts- in order to heal for the benefit and wellbeing of (insert your name here)" – Amanda Stephens
Books:
1. No Bad Parts, Dr. Richard Schwartz
2. Altogether You, Jenna Riemersma
3. The Ascension Lenten Companion, Walking with Jesus, Fr. Mark Toups
Websites:
1. Defining and recognizing trauma: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/trauma#definition
2. IFS/Schwartz bio:
https://ifs-institute.com/about-us/richard-c-schwartz-phd
3. https://ascensionpress.com/products/the-ascension-lenten-companion-walking-with-jesus-to-jerusalem-starter-pack
4. www.bravemamachronicles.com
Stay BRAVE, stay BEAUTIFUL, and stay BLESSED. :)
Hugs- Amanda
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