Self-Led in Bed, an IFS and Sexuality Podcast23 Tammi 2025

1: Discovering the Power of IFS, with Tammy Sollenberger

"When we can turn towards our parts with curiosity and compassion, we can begin to heal and grow."

In this episode, I talked with Certified IFS Consultant, author and IFS podcaster extraordinaire, Tammy Sollenberger, about how we discovered Internal Family Systems, the transformative power of self-compassion, and how to apply IFS principles in our daily and sexual lives. Tammy shares personal stories and her clear understanding of the model in ways that I am sure will engage you and awaken your curiosity.

Key Takeaways:

The power of IFS: How this therapeutic model can revolutionise your understanding of yourself.

The importance of self-compassion: Learn how to cultivate kindness and understanding towards your inner world.

IFS and sexuality: Explore the connection between IFS and navigating sexuality.

Practical tips: Discover simple ways to incorporate IFS into your daily life.

Timestamps:

01:23 First Encounter and Impact of IFS

11:54 Exploring Internal Family Systems

26:44 The Importance of Simplifying IFS

32:08 Exploring Vulnerability and Unblending

33:33 Navigating Complex Sexual Worlds

37:25 Trailheads and Sexual Energy

42:16 Internal Consent and Self-Energy

44:36 Parts and Morning Routines

54:53 Naming and Unblending Parts

About Tammy Sollenberger:

Tammy Sollenberger is an author, podcaster, and psychotherapist. She is a Certified IFS Therapist and Consultant who enjoys helping people new to IFS discover their Authentic Self. She co-authored a chapter on the Enneagram and IFS with Joan Ryan in the book "Altogether Us: Integrating the IFS Model with Key Modalities, Communities and Trends." She authored the book, "The One Inside: Thirty Days to Your Authentic Self," and she hosts and produces a weekly podcast called "The One Inside." She has a part who always wishes she was reading on a sunny beach.

Connect with Tammy: https://tammysollenberger.com/

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