In this episode of Better Mental Health, we sit down with licensed psychotherapist Ilya Parizhsky, the creator of Transformative Listening.
Ilya shares his insights on this powerful process that fosters loving attention and deep connection, allowing for the release of pent-up emotions. We dive into his personal journey, the impact of emotional vulnerability, and the importance of creating reciprocal listening partnerships.
Ilya's Transformative Listening Website: https://transformativelistening.love/
If you want to deepen your understanding and practice of emotional well-being, this episode is for you!
Topics Covered:
00:00 Introduction to Better Mental Health Podcast
00:10 Meet Ilya Parizhsky, Licensed Psychotherapist
01:05 Understanding Transformative Listening
01:31 Personal Story: The Power of Emotional Release
03:42 The Process of Transformative Listening
11:23 The Role of Men in Emotional Expression
17:53 Overcoming Emotional Numbness
20:32 The Importance of Connection in Healing
29:27 Exploring Parts Work and Emotional Release
33:57 Live Transformative Listening Session
34:40 Transformative Listening Exercise
35:10 Setting Up the Session
35:15 Ilya’s Turn: Vulnerability and Embarrassment
36:55 Confidentiality and Recording Sensitivity
43:20 Jamie Takes His Turn
48:01 Blake's Turn: Facing Inner Critic
53:23 Blair's Turn: Shaking and Contradictions
57:17 The Power of Transformative Listening
01:00:07 Closing Thoughts and Resources
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