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BONUS Workbook! Vulnerability, Intimacy, Trust | Barriers to Connective Relationships

BONUS Workbook! Vulnerability, Intimacy, Trust | Barriers to Connective Relationships

Hey MFs! Hope March went out like a lamb for you… and thanks, always, for being here! Here’s yer workbook for pt I of the VIT conversation! Research excerpts and main points, illustrative doodles, and reflection questions found here! (attached) Remember,...
Vulnerability, Intimacy, and Trust pt I – Why we can’t form meaningful relationships

Vulnerability, Intimacy, and Trust pt I – Why we can’t form meaningful relationships

Reminder! Hit up the workbook version of this post for the highlights, reflection questions, and full set of doods! It’s linked in the Bonus blog category and downloadable from the Patreon page. Why don’t all the images get slapped into this full...
10.23 Vulnerability, Intimacy, and Trust pt I – Why we can’t form meaningful relationships

10.23 Vulnerability, Intimacy, and Trust pt I – Why we can’t form meaningful relationships

We want relationships, we fear relationships, we sortof fuck up relationships…. But all from an adaptive, self-protective place. Let’s talk about the barriers to healthy relationship essentials – developing cognitive programs barring vulnerability,...
10.22 Intro to Yer Brain vs. Relationships | Vulnerability, Trust, Intimacy, Parts, and Communication

10.21 Interview pt II: IFS, Parts, and Alters with Kyle and Inca | MFs Speak!

And the conversation keeps rolling. Today, diving in deeper with parts and alters, straight from the mouths of the MFs who lead the systems revolution. Don’t fergit – Kyle and Inca are here for your feedback, Qs, and thanks! Shout it out on the Patreon...
Mailbag! Identifying CPTSD, understanding partners, and coping through relationship dissolutions

Mailbag! Identifying CPTSD, understanding partners, and coping through relationship dissolutions

Explore real-life experiences of individuals dealing with Complex PTSD through listener-submitted stories. This mailbag episode addresses identifying CPTSD symptoms, supporting partners with trauma, and coping with life challenges. The host provides insights on trauma-informed therapy, relationship dynamics, and the importance of community support in the healing journey.

10.22 Intro to Yer Brain vs. Relationships | Vulnerability, Trust, Intimacy, Parts, and Communication

Mailbag! Identifying CPTSD, understanding partners, and coping through relationship dissolutions

Explore real-life experiences of individuals dealing with Complex PTSD through listener-submitted stories. This mailbag episode addresses identifying CPTSD symptoms, supporting partners with trauma, and coping with life challenges. The host provides insights on trauma-informed therapy, relationship dynamics, and the importance of community support in the healing journey.

10.22 Intro to Yer Brain vs. Relationships | Vulnerability, Trust, Intimacy, Parts, and Communication

10.20 Interview: IFS, Parts, and Alters with Kyle and Inca | MFs Speak!

Enough of my droning. Let’s hear from two of the community experts on parts and alters, talking together about their experiences with system work. Massive thanks to Kyle and Incanthatus for putting this together! Hit them up through the post to share your thanks...
10.22 Intro to Yer Brain vs. Relationships | Vulnerability, Trust, Intimacy, Parts, and Communication

10.18 Clarifying the Process and Benefits of IFS | Don’t give in to resistance, reap the relief

We’re back one more time to continue talking about Internal Family Systems from a less bookish approach. I wouldn’t keep at it if I didn’t think it mattered, I can tell you that much.  So today, let’s talk about the best ways (so far) to...
Mailbag! Identifying CPTSD, understanding partners, and coping through relationship dissolutions

3.3. Subconscious Self-loathing

Explore the concept of subconscious self-loathing in Complex PTSD and how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy can aid in recovery. Learn about integrating conflicting personality parts, understanding adaptive mental strategies, and developing self-acceptance. Discover how recognizing and working with different aspects of your psyche can lead to improved self-esteem and mental health.

EXTRA | Hardening isn’t Healing

EXTRA | Hardening isn’t Healing

Explore the difference between hardening and healing in trauma recovery. This podcast episode discusses how protective strategies can sometimes hinder true healing, emphasizing the importance of balance and vulnerability. Learn about the challenges of black-and-white thinking in trauma responses and the value of finding middle ground. Gain insights into developing healthier approaches to relationships and personal growth post-trauma.

IFS Controversies

IFS Controversies

Look, Fuckers… we’re already getting a little “off plan” for the year here, but I think it’s a needed detour on our road trip. I was going to jump ahead this month into talking about a whole new topic. Vulnerability, Intimacy, and Trust in rebuilding relationships....