Category: Shame
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Hating Addiction Won’t Heal It: An IFS Perspective

Healing addiction requires understanding and compassion, not hate. Discover how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy offers a unique approach to addiction by addressing the underlying pain with curiosity and self-love. Learn more from my recent podcast interview on the power of IFS and how it can lead to lasting healing.
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Healing Through Connection Online Groups for Men

Join a Healing Through Connection online group for men
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Religious Trauma Signs & How to Heal

Learn to recognize the signs of religious trauma and explore how healing can lead to a life of authenticity and freedom. Discover how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy can help you overcome shame, reconnect with your true self, and create meaningful change. Ready to start your healing journey? I’m here to help with compassionate, evidence-based…
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Invitation to Heal

Discover the transformative power of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy in healing deep emotional pain and trauma. In this heartfelt invitation, Forest Benedict shares his personal journey of healing and how IFS has changed his life and the lives of his clients. Whether you’re in pain, struggling with coping strategies, or seeking a better relationship…
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Your True Self: A Powerful Quote

I want to share with you a powerful quote I came across today in my preparation reading for the IFS certification. May it inspire you as much as it inspires me. “Who are you at your core? The most wonderful discovery I have made is that as you do this work, you release, or liberate,…
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New VLOG Interview: A Year of Self-Love

Today I had the privilege of interviewing Troy Love about his soon-to-be released book A Year of Self-Love: Daily Wisdom and Inspiration For Loving Yourself. I invite you to watch now to learn why self-love is essential for our healing. May this conversation inspire and uplift you. CLICK HERE TO WATCH In Support,Forest Benedict, LMFT…
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Mastering Self-Compassion
Skill to Master #14: Self-compassion How self-compassionate are you? I challenge you to make self-compassion a daily recovery practice. Click here for ideas on how to do this. Forest Benedict, LMFT, SATP


