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Visit www.faithfullygrowing.com to find our more and join the Faithfully Growing Community.Have any questions or suggestions for future content? Don't hesitate to reach out to me via email at tim@faithfullygrowing.com. In this conversation, Tim Fortescue and David Polidi explore the intersection of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as therapeutic modalities for healing trauma. They discuss the nature of trauma, differentiating between 'big T' and 'little t' traumas, and delve into the structured phases of EMDR therapy. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, self-compassion, and the body's innate ability to heal, while also addressing the complexities of trauma and the need for tailored approaches in therapy. They discuss the importance of understanding and empowering different parts of oneself, the significance of creating a safe environment for healing, and the necessity of listening to and respecting the various parts within a person's system. The dialogue emphasizes the journey of healing as one that requires patience, compassion, and a deep connection with one's inner world.