What is Internal Family Systems (IFS)? A Gentle Dive into Parts, Self, and the 8 C’s
Have you ever said, “A part of me wants this… but another part feels scared”? That’s Internal Family Systems (IFS) in action.
In this episode, Carmen Jimenez-Pride introduces listeners to Internal Family Systems therapy, a compassionate model of healing created by Dr. Richard Schwartz. We take a little dive into a few core IFS concepts: Managers, Firefighters, and Exiles—and explore how these parts show up in everyday life.
Carmen also highlights the role of the Self in Internal Family Systems, the calm and compassionate core within each of us. You’ll discover the 8 C’s of Self-leadership: Calmness, Curiosity, Clarity, Compassion, Confidence, Courage, Creativity, and Connectedness, and how they guide us in bringing healing to our inner world.
The Internal Family Systems model isn’t about getting rid of our parts. Instead, it’s about building relationships with them so they can release the burdens they carry and allow us to live with more harmony, balance, and freedom.
✨ To learn more about Carmen and her work, visit www.carmenpride.com
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✨ To dive deeper into Internal Family Systems therapy, visit the https://ifs-institute.com/
8 Jul 2025
"Back, Realigned, and Ready"
After some much-needed time away, Carmen Jimenez-Pride returns to The Evending Tea Podcast with fresh clarity and renewed purpose. In this short trailer, she shares a behind-the-scenes glimpse into her pause, the uncertainty about the direction of the platform, and her decision to come back focused and intentional. Get ready for more raw, honest conversations about entrepreneurship, mental health, and real life. It’s time to pour a cup and reconnect — the tea is just getting started. ☕💬
✨ Let’s keep the conversation going!
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Let’s continue to cultivate authenticity, creativity, and healing — together.
8 Oct 2023
A Lesson about Competition
My reflections on a social media post
It's okay to support another person who is doing something similar to you. It won't hurt your business. If anything it will help you both. Competition happens at the bottom and collaboration happens at the top.
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4 Oct 2023
I'm Coming Back!!!!!
I will be bringing the Evening Tea back for season two! See you soon!
4 Oct 2022
Reflection
Reflection..... How often do you reflect and what lessons do you learn?
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23 Jul 2022
Check In: PEARLS: Wisdom and advice from emerging women leaders.
Before you settle in with your favorite cup of tea or beverage of choice this is not a regular episode of the Evening Tea. I wanted to share with you information about my participation in the book Pearls.
I'm excited about my collaboration with Sharvette Mitchell in our new book PEARLS! Pre-order yours now at https://mitchellproductions.my.canva.site/carmen
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7 Apr 2022
Transparent Moment
“Make more moves and less announcements”. How are you being true and authentic to yourself?
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3 Mar 2022
Cultivating conversation with Margaret L. Conley
Join me for a cultivating conversation with Margaret L. Conley
Margaret L. Conley is the Executive Director of MLC Consulting LLC and the President of Mending Life Concepts Empowerment Group, Inc.
Margaret is a Licensed Clinical Social worker in Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee where she provides crisis services and trauma-focused clinical therapy. She is trained as a trauma therapist in EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Adlerian Play Therapy, and Brainspotting. Margaret is a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator and LEGO® Serious Play® Facilitator.
Margaret is a Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor endorsed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
Margaret received her Bachelor of Art focused on Sociology and Anthropology with a concentration in child welfare services. from Valdosta State University. She received her Master of Social Work degree from Clark Atlanta University in 2009. Margaret completed her Masters of Divinity from the Interdenominational Theological Center in 2013.
Margaret has produced an evidence-based model which is a clinically aligned theological method designed for use by clergy, academics, and clinicians to help lead the conversation around Faith-Based Trauma in individual and community settings. She is the founder of Healthy and Holy® Conversations and the producer of the Healthy and Holy® Summit.
Website: https://www.healthyholyconversations.org
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10 Feb 2022
Do you take time to play?
It is National Play Therapy Week and I'm taking this time to reflect on how I play and take time for myself. Do you?
6 Jan 2022
New Year, New Me...
New year New Me is a phrase that I often hear at the beginning of the new year and by today it's hard to hold on to the things that were said on December 31st to take effect on January 1st.
Join Carmen as she discusses her practices for maintaining new goals and habits.
Resources:
Racheal Cook CEO planner
https://rachealcook.com/ceo-planner/
Plum Paper Planner
https://www.plumpaper.com/
21 Dec 2021
Are you mentally safe this holiday season?
The holiday season is here and some say it is the most wonderful time of the year but for others, it may not be. Ask yourself are you mentally safe this holiday season?
3 Dec 2021
How is fear preventing you from stepping outside of your comfort zone?
Fear can take control of your thoughts and keep you exploring your private logic. Fear can also redirect your actions toward the things that won’t help you grow. It will only worsen your anxiety and make you continuously live in fear.
3 Dec 2021
Welcome To The Evening Tea Podcast
The Evening Tea Podcast is where we cultivate authentic conversations related to entrepreneurship, mental health, and real-life experiences.
Grab your favorite cup of tea and join your host licensed, clinical social worker, registered play therapist supervisor, author, coach, and creative, Carmen Jimenez-Pride.
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