{"podcast":{"title":"Sit Around the Fire","slug":"sit-around-the-fire-7092992","podcast_index_feed_id":7092992,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.fm/hosting/p7CgHNTy.rss","website_url":"http://www.sitaroundthefire.org","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a1a89402-3cb2-4d0e-8271-1dc3f9195458/logos/1ca2cda6-5777-4806-9283-839da608aef6.png","author":"Ashlea Dillard","episode_count":62,"summary":"Welcome to Sit Around the Fire — the space where stories ignite transformation. Hosted by a former first responder turned licensed professional counselor and certified hypnotherapist , this podcast blends real-life experiences , powerful teachings, and practical tools for mental and physical health . Each episode invites you to slow down, reflect, and find your spark again. Together, we explore mindfulness, stress management, trauma recovery, and PTSD healing — all through the lens of someone who’s lived it. You’ll hear raw conversations with first responders, veterans, and mental health experts as well as other incredible human beings with amazing stories and missions who share their wisdom on how to move from burnout to balance, from survival mode to thriving. If you’re ready to break free from old patterns and beliefs , reclaim your peace, and live your most abundant, limitless life , this is your community. ✨ What you’ll learn: How to manage stress and trauma while building emotional resilience. Practical mindfulness and mental well-being techniques that fit your lifestyle. Real stories of healing from first responders and military families . Tools to strengthen both mental an…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-28T08:19:32.620717+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/sit-around-the-fire-7092992"},"episode":{"title":"#036 Parts Work: Aspects of Our Mind That Get Into Conflict","slug":"036-parts-work-aspects-of-our-mind-that-get-into-conflict","published_at":"2026-02-06T19:15:29+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/sit-around-the-fire-7092992/036-parts-work-aspects-of-our-mind-that-get-into-conflict","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/sit-around-the-fire-7092992","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/09e53179a54d7141a2a7e133857a4356f5c793bd356ecb35c0294c26b61d659e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiNzE2MTBlMy0yN2I2LTRkYzUtYWI0ZS1hODYyZjMxNjc1ZDEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhMWE4OTQwMi0zY2IyLTRkMGUtODI3MS0xZGMzZjkxOTU0NTgiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTFiODUwMTcyODQxMTU2YjI2M2VmY2QiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk4NjNiNDhjZGY3YTRjYzViZmQ2MzZhL2FzaGxlYS1kaWxsYXJkcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTZfXzIwLTQtNDAubXAzIn0=.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/09e53179a54d7141a2a7e133857a4356f5c793bd356ecb35c0294c26b61d659e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiNzE2MTBlMy0yN2I2LTRkYzUtYWI0ZS1hODYyZjMxNjc1ZDEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhMWE4OTQwMi0zY2IyLTRkMGUtODI3MS0xZGMzZjkxOTU0NTgiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTFiODUwMTcyODQxMTU2YjI2M2VmY2QiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk4NjNiNDhjZGY3YTRjYzViZmQ2MzZhL2FzaGxlYS1kaWxsYXJkcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTZfXzIwLTQtNDAubXAzIn0=.mp3","summary":"In this episode, Ashlea Dillard delves into the concept of parts work, a therapeutic approach that explores the various aspects of our minds, akin to the characters in the movie 'Inside Out.' She explains how different parts of ourselves, such as the inner critic, inner child, and inner adult, can often be in conflict, leading to emotional turmoil and hindering personal growth. By understanding these parts, listeners can learn to navigate their internal dialogues and foster a more harmonious relationship with themselves. Dillard emphasizes that all parts are inherently good and serve a purpose, even if they manifest as anxiety, fear, or self-criticism. She encourages listeners to engage in dialogue with these parts, offering them new roles that align with their current needs. The episode concludes with practical advice on how to integrate these parts through methods like hypnosis and self-reflection, ultimately empowering individuals to achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life. Keywords parts work, inner critic, inner child, mental health, self-awareness, emotional healing, therapy, personal growth, self-discovery, conflict resolution Takeaways -Understanding parts work can lead to personal empowerment. -All parts of ourselves are inherently good and serve a purpose. -Conflict between parts can hinder personal growth and emotional well-being. -Engaging in dialogue with our parts can foster healing and integration. -Using methods like hypnosis can help in addressing and transforming our parts. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Parts Work 01:07 Understanding Internal Conflicts 02:58 Defining Parts and Their Roles 06:16 Emotions as Parts 08:10 The Three Primary Ego States 12:17 The Inner Critic and Its Impact 15:07 The Role of Protectors 18:18 Healing the Inner Child 20:1…","meta_description":"In this episode, Ashlea Dillard delves into the concept of parts work, a therapeutic approach that explores the various aspects of our minds, akin to the…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1677,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/sit-around-the-fire-7092992/episodes/036-parts-work-aspects-of-our-mind-that-get-into-conflict/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/sit-around-the-fire-7092992/036-parts-work-aspects-of-our-mind-that-get-into-conflict.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}