#27 - Dr. Mike Strand on psychology, relationship insecurities, IFS

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The Art of Approach Podcast

Tim Bray and Will Mulvaney

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Having the courage to approach a woman you've never met before can be one of the most challenging and frightening things a man can do. Why is that? In this podcast we explore the world of dating and approach and set out to specifically uncover the common things that hold us back from pursuing the women of our dreams. Join us in learning how to become better men, better lovers and how to meet and date the most high quality, high caliber women whenever you want.

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#27 - Dr. Mike Strand on psychology, relationship insecurities, IFS

The Art of Approach Podcast

1 hour 43 minutes 57 seconds

1 year ago

#27 - Dr. Mike Strand on psychology, relationship insecurities, IFS

Today's guest is Dr. Mike Strand, an established psychologist with a private practice here in Austin. We're excited about this one.

Find out more about Mike:

connectedcounselingwellness.com

In this episode, we discuss a trending Instagram reel, answer a question from Reddit, and explore the topic of trust in relationships.

We then go deep with Mike, who shares insights on dating, relationships, and internal family systems. The conversation covers topics such as gender differences in attraction, the importance of trust in relationships, and the four horsemen of the relationship apocalypse.

Mike also discusses his private practice and upcoming workshops on relationship building.

We discuss Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and its application in personal growth and relationships. We explore the concept of parts within ourselves, including protectors, managers, firefighters, and exiles. We emphasize the importance of developing a relationship with these parts and cultivating self-energy.

We also discuss the legacy burdens we carry from our parents and the potential for healing and transformation through IFS. Mike shares an exercise for exploring and understanding our parts, and we discuss the benefits of working with a trained practitioner.