Christa with Juniper Wong on Internal Family Systems & the Source of Suffering

Juniper Wong is a licensed social worker/therapist who approaches her work with a unique blend of comedy + insight. She shares her knowledge generously on social media, and in this interview we discuss the winding path that led her to her life's work; Internal Family Systems and other modalities for trauma healing; and what she believes is the true source of suffering.Time Stamps:11:11 are we selfish for wanting more?17:24 disconnection as the root of all suffering24:17 Internal Family Systems as a tool for integration31:00 what patterns are showing up in mental health right now34:49 attachment theory & having language for our emotional experiences39:00 bodily processing of trauma + the limits of cognitive behavior therapy44:30 eating disorders + internal family systems45:08 creating safety within the body49:07 Juniper’s non-negotiables for self-care54:25 what Juniper loves about being JuniperConnect with Christa:WebsitePatreonInstagramSpotifyConnect with JuniperWebsiteInstagram

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Joseph Campbell said people aren't seeking the meaning of life but "the experience of being alive." When songwriter Christa Wells first encountered that idea, in the depths of grief, it resonated with something in her. She recognized that her suffering was actually propelling her into a new level of awareness and vitality her soul had been craving. Through her own story and conversations with fellow creators and thrivers, songwriter Christa Wells explores the unique paths and practices leading us toward that experience of Aliveness.