Daniel Unmanageable

Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.

Daniel Unmanageable

  • Psychotherapist, Cece Sykes helps us understand the chatter we experience in our own heads. You don't think you hear voices? Check this out.

Psychotherapist, Cece Sykes helps us understand the chatter we experience in our own heads. You don't think you hear voices? Check this out.

Friday 17th November 2023

Join psychotherapist Cece Sykes on 'Hard Knox Talks' as she explains the Internal Family System and its impact on addiction and trauma.
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Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.
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Daniel Unmanageable
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Cece Sykes on Understanding the Voices in Our Heads

Episode Overview

  • Cece Sykes discusses the roles of managers, firefighters, and exiles within the internal family system, shedding light on their impact on addiction and trauma.
  • The conversation challenges traditional views on addiction, emphasizing the importance of understanding and compassion towards different parts of ourselves.
  • Listeners are invited to explore their internal parts, fostering self-awareness and paving the way for transformation and healing.
  • Cece Sykes shares insights into reframing addiction and trauma, empowering individuals to build compassionate relationships with their internal parts.
  • The episode offers thought-provoking questions and reflections, encouraging listeners to consider how their internal parts have influenced their experiences and self-perception.
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Ever wondered who's really talking when you hear that inner voice? Psychotherapist Cece Sykes is here to demystify the chatter we all experience in our heads. In this episode of 'Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.', Cece sits down with host Daniel Unmanageable to discuss the Internal Family System (IFS) – a fascinating concept that might just change how you view your mind.
Cece reveals that our minds aren't a single, unified entity but a collection of different parts, each with its own role. From managers to firefighters and exiles, she breaks down how these parts influence our thoughts and behaviors, especially in the context of trauma and addiction. This conversation challenges the traditional ways we think about addiction, steering away from stigmatizing labels and instead focusing on understanding and compassion.
Through engaging dialogue and relatable examples, Cece invites listeners to explore their own internal parts and consider how these parts have shaped their experiences with addiction and trauma. By fostering a compassionate relationship with ourselves, Cece believes we can pave the way for true healing and transformation. Whether you're struggling with addiction, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the inner workings of the mind, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.
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