23: The Self: IFS, Buddhism, and Yin Yoga with Kali Basman

The Good Enough Podcast

“No longer do you have to be in charge of numbing the system through alcohol, or getting anxious about the figure on our bank statement. But instead, you've got these real interests in self-preservation. So we're going to kind of upgrade the system.”

Discover the profound connections between Eastern wisdom and Western therapy as Kali Basman joins our hosts Jessica Armstrong and McKenzie Raymond. Internationally celebrated Yoga & Meditation teacher of teachers, Kali intermingles Buddhist Psychology & Internal Family Systems Therapy into the living discipline of Yin Yoga. Their heartfelt conversation traverses the terrain of personal transformation, revealing how the compassionate embrace of IFS has brought peace to many and how Kali navigates the intricacies of motherhood with these guiding principles. This episode is a celebration of vulnerability, self-discovery, and the art of self-care, offering valuable insights into the nurturing power of combining these modalities.

Jessica, McKenzie, and Kali walk us through the fascinating landscape of identity and the roles we embody, especially through the transformative lens of motherhood. They delve into the richness that comes from honoring the multiplicity of our inner selves, and how, by doing so, we can lead fuller, more balanced lives. Together, they emphasize the importance of self-nurturing and embracing the fluidity of our identities.

The stories and insights shared here are intended to light up your path and ease your emotional burdens, reassuring you that you are indeed good enough. You’re invited to connect with the wisdom Kali brings to this episode, to immerse yourself in the practices that can foster your healing journey, and to join in this continuous exploration of the human spirit.

Key Topics:

• Welcome, Kali Basman! (04:08)
• Blending Eastern and Western Wisdom for Healing (04:31)
• Yoga and Therapy for Deep Healing (10:49)
• Inner Child Healing through IFS Therapy (14:50)
• Inner Family Dynamics and Self-Awareness (19:26)
• Inner Child Healing and Parts Work (26:36)
• Embracing Multiple Roles and Prioritizing Self-Care (37:36)
• Motherhood, Yoga, and Emotional Intelligence (42:54)

Resources:

• GoddessRetreats.com (mention “You Are a Good Enough Goddess” during booking for $100 off!)
• McKenzie’s Private Sessions at Rising Sol Holistic
• Kali Durga Yoga
• A 3-month Virtual Circle in the Depth Psychology Format for Integrated Healing
• Kali on IG and YT

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