Category: Self-Connection

• When Christianity Hurts: Understanding Religious Trauma and Its Psychological Impact

  

  Explore how certain aspects of Christianity can contribute to religious trauma and disconnection from the self. This blog post takes a skeptical, science-based approach to understanding the psychological and emotional impacts of rigid religious teachings, while offering support for those seeking healing and personal growth.

  Forest Benedict, LMFT

  October 24, 2024

  Faith, IFS, Religious trauma, Self-Connection, Sexual shame, Shame, trauma

  Christianity, critical thinking, disconnection from self, fear-based teachings, healing, intellectual growth, Internal Family Systems, mental health, moral absolutism, psychological impact, purity culture, religious suppression, Religious trauma, science-based perspective, Sexual shame, toxic religion

• Explore Specialized Areas of Healing and Growth on My Website

  

  Explore the areas of therapy I specialize in, including working with other therapists, religious trauma, anxiety, trauma/CPTSD, sexual shame, and more. Discover how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy can help you heal from within. Reach out today for a free consultation and start your journey toward self-connection and transformation.

  Forest Benedict, LMFT

  October 24, 2024

  Anxiety, Connection, IFS, Recovery, Religious trauma, Self-Connection, Sexual shame, trauma

  anxiety, healing, IFS, recovery, Religious trauma, self-compassion, self-connection, Sexual shame, therapy, trauma

• Rebelling Into Me (A Poem)

  

  Oh, I’ve lived in a box, all tight and confined,Performing for others, mind always aligned.I’d smile, I’d nod, I’d do what you’d say,Pressed into a shape, day after day. I molded and twisted, I bent and I curled,Behaving just right to fit into your world.I amazed, I impressed, I wore every mask,But fuck all of…

  Forest Benedict, LMFT

  October 23, 2024

  Religious trauma, Self-Connection

  healing, poetry, Religious trauma

• Be Weird Again: Embrace & Embody Your Unique Self

  

  Discover the power of embracing your weirdness and authenticity after years of rejection. Learn how reconnecting with your unique self can bring joy, creativity, and freedom into your life. Explore ways to love and accept the parts of yourself you’ve hidden, unlocking your true potential and self-expression.

  Forest Benedict, LMFT

  October 22, 2024

  IFS, Self-Connection

  healing, IFS, inner child, self-connection

• Escaping the Trap of Self-Objectification: How to Stop Treating Your Body Like a Project

  

  Are you stuck in the cycle of self-objectification, always trying to change your body to fit society’s standards? Learn how to break free, reject unrealistic beauty ideals, and start honoring your body as it is. Discover strategies for embracing authenticity and building true self-worth. Read now to reclaim your confidence and live fully as your…

  Forest Benedict, LMFT

  October 6, 2024

  Change, Inspiration, self-compassion, Self-Connection

  anti-diet, authenticity, body acceptance, body image, body liberation, body neutrality, body positivity, body respect, break beauty standards, end body shame, healing body image, mental health, overcoming self-criticism, personal development, purity culture, reclaim self-worth, reject perfectionism, self-care, self-compassion, self-esteem, self-growth, self-love, self-objectification, self-validation, self-worth, true self-acceptance

• Why Trying to Calm Down Your Anxiety Doesn’t Work: An IFS Perspective on Listening to Your Parts

  

  Discover why trying to calm down your anxiety often backfires and learn a more effective approach using Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. Explore how listening to anxious parts with compassion and curiosity can transform your relationship with anxiety and foster lasting emotional healing. Reach out today to get support in your journey.

  Forest Benedict, LMFT

  October 4, 2024

  Anxiety, IFS, Religious trauma, self-compassion, Self-Connection

  Anxiety Management, Anxiety Treatment, Compassionate Listening, emotional regulation, Evidence-Based Therapy, Healing Anxiety, IFS for Anxiety, IFS Research, Internal Family Systems, mental health, Mental Wellness., mindfulness, Parts Work, Reducing Anxiety Symptoms, Religious trauma, self-compassion, Self-Exploration, Self-Leadership, Therapy Techniques, Trauma Healing

• From Suppression to Self-Connection: Embracing Our True Selves

  

  Discover how Dr. Gabor Maté’s insights on emotional suppression relate to our personal healing journeys. Learn how Internal Family Systems (IFS) can help you reconnect with your emotions and express your true self, fostering self-connection and authenticity.

  Forest Benedict, LMFT

  September 26, 2024

  IFS, Religious trauma, self-compassion, Self-Connection

  authentic self, authenticity, childhood trauma, CPTSD, emotional expression, emotional healing, Gabor Maté, healing, healing journey, IFS, IFS therapy, inner child work, Internal Family Systems, mental health, self-compassion, self-connection, suppressed emotions, trauma

• Triggers Are Teachers

  

  Triggers teach us what needs our attention inside

  Forest Benedict, LMFT

  October 13, 2020

  Addiction, IFS, Inspiration, partners, Recovery, self-compassion, Self-Connection, Sexual Addiction, trauma, writing

  covid, dick schwartz, healing, IFS, pandemic, politics, recovery, tormentor, trauma, trigger