Connecting with Your Authentic Self: Understanding Self-Energy
Have you ever wondered how to truly connect with your authentic self and understand the different parts of your inner world? Let’s dive into the concept of Self-energy through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. In this episode, I break down the eight critical characteristics of Self-energy - and explore how these elements help us differentiate between our authentic self and the protective parts that developed as survival mechanisms.
Throughout the episode, I provide practical strategies for recognizing and cultivating Self-energy, including how to notice when you're disconnected from your true self and techniques for becoming more grounded and present.
Topics We Cover in This Episode:
The hidden survival mechanisms that disconnect us from our authentic self
Why curiosity and creativity are essential for personal growth and healing
How our protective inner parts actually try to keep us safe, even when their methods no longer serve us
The subtle body signals that reveal when you're not in your Self-energy
A revolutionary framework for understanding your inner emotional landscape
Techniques for developing self-compassion without self-sacrifice
The powerful connection between childhood experiences and our current inner dialogue
Why slowing down is the key to true self-connection
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