Internal Family Systems (IFS) Meditations and Insights: Faithfully Growing with Tim Fortescue

IFS INSIGHT: What to Do When You Feel Emotionally Numb: An IFS Perspective

July 1, 2026·9 min
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IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY. GET THE SELF-LED PAUSE STARTER KIT AND 25 IFS MEDITATIONS FREE @ EXPLOREIFS.COMThe episode explores the concept of numbness in Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, reframing it as a protective mechanism rather than a sign of disconnection. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and softening protectors, and encourages a gentle approach to working with numbness.TakeawaysNumbness is a protective mechanism, not a sign of disconnection.Softening protectors and approaching numbness with curiosity and gentleness can lead to healing.Chapters00:00 Creating a Sacred Space07:04 Softening Protectors

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