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In this episode of Real Over Ideal, your host, Vanessa Gorelkin explores the relationship between stress and physical symptoms, introducing the Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach to understanding our emotional and mental health.
She discusses how different parts of ourselves react to stress and how these reactions can manifest physically. Vanessa provides practical strategies for self-compassion and understanding our internal dynamics, particularly in relation to ADHD and physical tension.
The episode emphasizes the importance of acknowledging our feelings and communicating with our bodies to foster healing and emotional well-being.
Takeaways
Stress can manifest physically in various ways.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps us understand our mind's parts.
Recognizing our parts can lead to better self-awareness.
Anxiety can show up as physical symptoms like tension.
It's important to acknowledge our feelings instead of ignoring them.
Self-compassion is key to managing emotional distress.
Understanding our internal dynamics can help with ADHD challenges.
Our body communicates through sensations and tension.
We can support our parts with compassion and reassurance.
Recognizing when our system is trying to protect us is crucial.
Vanessa Gorelkin, MA, OTR/L is a licensed Occupational Therapist with 30 years of experience. She is in private telehealth practice-- providing therapy and coaching services nationally and internationally.
To get in touch: call or text the podcast hotline-- 602-753-7020 or you can email at [email protected]
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