Today on Men Talking Mindfulness, we explore self-discovery and the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model with Dr. Seth Kolpal, IFS practitioner and author of Self-Led: Living a Connected Life with Yourself and Others.
Dr. Seth explains the idea of the self as a "sun" obscured by "cloud" parts, introducing the 13 key ingredients of self—including the eight C’s (like compassion and clarity) and the five P’s (such as patience and playfulness). Through a live demonstration, he guides Jon in connecting with his inner child, revealing insecurities behind his work ethic and the importance of approaching all parts with compassion.
Dr. Seth highlights IFS as a framework for creating harmony within, rooted in ancient wisdom, and as a powerful tool for self-love, healing, and connection.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:22 - Know Thyself
01:20 - Microdose Series Announcement02:13 - Grounding Practice
03:39 - Understanding the Self
05:24 - The C's and P's of Self
08:24 - The Importance of Connectedness
10:44 - Removing Burdens
12:18 - The Role of Parts
13:30 - History of IFS
14:53 - Dick Schwartz's Contributions
18:10 - Experiencing Parts
23:46 - The Role of Self in Healing
26:05 - Experiential Exercise
30:18 - Validating the Younger Self
36:16 - Integrating Parts into Daily Life
43:12 - The Power of Vulnerability4
47:08 - The Role of Love in Healing
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