The Nourished Sensitive Podcast

In this special meditation episode, we invite you to ground yourself in resilience and open your heart to love. This meditation is designed for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) and those seeking an intentional moment of peace and reconnection with their inner strength. Let this guided experience nourish your soul, helping you build resilience from within, ground your body out of overwhelm, and cultivate a deep sense of self-compassion and love. What You'll Experience in This Episode: Grounding Practices – We begin with a gentle visualization to help you root down, bringing stability to your mind and body. Resilience Building – Discover how resilience is a natural part of your sensitive nature and explore ways to nurture this strength within. Heart-Opening Exercises – Guided prompts help you embrace love and compassion, softening any walls around your heart. Mind-Body Connection – Learn how to connect your sensitivity with grounded practices that reinforce both inner peace and resilience. Whether you're navigating personal challenges or simply looking for a mindful reset, this meditation will leave you feeling supported, grounded, and connected to your true self. Thank you for listening to The Nourished Sensitive Podcast! If this episode nourished you, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or rating us on Spotify. Your feedback helps us reach more sensitive souls like you. Stay connected and explore our offerings: The Nourished Sensitive Membership – Join our sanctuary for sensitive souls, with access to workshops, resources, and a supportive community. 1:1 Coaching – Personalized guidance to help you thrive with a holistic approach that honors your unique journey. Holistic Guide to Thriving as an HSP – Download our free guide to start nurturing yourself with practical tips and insights for a balanced, sensitive life. For more inspiration and updates, visit The Nourished Sensitive and follow us on social media. Embrace your sensitivity – it's the root of your strength.

Join me for the end of this 3-part conversation about nourishment for highly-sensitive people where I deep dive in to the 9 elements of my true nourishment framework that I developed on my own journey of health and healing as an HSP. in this episode, we'll reflect on: the benefits of getting curious about your sensitive self the essential ingredients for self-trust, authenticity, and life purpose a spiritual perspective on healing depression, anxiety, and self-doubt. the importance of having & knowing your values, dreams, and life desires. I'll help you explore how to nourish yourself as a highly-sensitive person by defining and uncovering the deeper meaning behind each element and providing you with some helpful practice reflections. Episode 12 brings a close to the 3-part series exploring How to Nourish Yourself as a Highly-Sensitive Person where over 3 episodes, Leah explores through conversation and reflection her personal 9-Element Framework for Nourishment. Click below to explore the full series. EPISOPE 6: Part 1

For the recovering perfectionist, "self-care" is a word that can carry a lot of heavy energy and pressure. You want to take good care of yourself, but it can be hard when you're being constantly bombarded by unrealistic expectations of what self-care looks like and you've already got a lot on your plate. Is self-care really the answer to all of life's problems, and if so, how do you approach it in a way that is sustainable and nourishing for us as HSP's? That's what we're exploring in episode 11 (a very spiritual, intuitive and life-affirming number by-the-way!) In this episode, you'll learn: the real reasons why you seem to struggle so much with self-care how perfectionism gets in the way of consistent self-care routines why you may be avoiding self-care (& what you miss out on if you do) the root driver of poor motivation, willpower and "falling of the wagon" lessons that I learned as a HSP when I committed to a daily rest practice. With this episode, I intend for you: feel validated in knowing that the pressure you feel to perform "perfect" self-care is normal and it's not your fault. put your mind, body and heart to feel at ease with life lessons around rest and self-care that go deeper and heal. be encouraged and empowered to give daily rest, relaxation and self-care a try just to see what happens in your life. Want more on this topic? I'm hosting a 5-day Learning Series on the Nourished Sensitive Newsletter for HSPs who want to learn step-by-step how to take better care of themselves in a sustainable and nourishing way. You can join here

When internalized, shame is a powerful and painful emotion that can have a profound impact on human health & well-being. In this episode, we explore the holistic impact that shame has on our health, the ways it shows up in our relationship with food and body, and how shame shapes the way we view and take care of our bodies. In this episode, you'll learn: why dieting works against your health as a HSP how shame contributes to comfort & binge eating why you might hold on to weight or lose your appetite. the root cause of poor body image & body dysmorphia the real story behind your "lack of motivation" for self-care With this episode, I intend for you: experience more conscious awareness around internalized shame and how it impacts your health and well-being as a sensitive human. feel empowered to heal internalized shame so you can experience a positive relationship with food and your body and create good health. find the right support to help you nourish yourself should you feel that you need it. Trigger Warnings: this episode includes some discussion and exploration of potential root causes of disordered eating and eating disorders, body dysmorphia, health challenges and some of my personal experiences with these topics. We talk about real-life experiences of shame which can carry a "heavy" emotional energy, and may trigger intense or uncomfortable emotional thoughts, feelings, or memories within you. As you listen to the episode, notice if anything becomes too heavy for you. You can pause at any time. Take care of yourself, always. Nourishing Links

Join me in this 3-part conversation about nourishment for highly-sensitive people where I deep dive in to the 9 elements of my true nourishment framework that I developed on my own journey of health and healing as an HSP. This episode will explore elements 5 (physical fitness) 9 (digestive health) and 6 (optimal living). this is episode is for you if: you feel unmotivated to workout and move your body you struggle with disempowering gut health issues you need a little help to feel aligned and enjoy your life I'll help you explore how to nourish and heal yourself as a highly-sensitive person by defining each element and providing you with some helpful practice reflections for your health & healing journey. Episode Links & Resources: Book an 1-hour Nourish Yourself Session with Leah Purchase 30 Days of Nourishment Journal Apply to the Nourish to Flourish 3-month 1:1 Coaching Journey Follow along on Instagram: @the.nourished.sensitive Learn more: www.nourishedsensitive.com **health disclaimer** This podcast is provided for educational use only and should not be construed as medical advice, therapy or any form of health treatment and diagnosis. There may be inherent risks involved in implementing advice you receive from a podcast without the support and assistance of a qualified healthcare professional. By choosing to listen to this episode you do so in full intention for your health, and assume any and all risk posed by what you may learn and choose to implement. You are encouraged to consult with your medical doctor, therapist, or qualified healthcare professional to ensure this, and any health advice that you practice, is in line with and supportive of your personal healthcare plan and desired health outcomes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenourishedsensitive/message

How do we prevent fear of shame and vulnerability from silencing our authentic voice as HSP's? That's what this week's episode on shame & authenticity is about. We live in an time where social media and the internet allows us to communicate and connect on every topic, everywhere, with anyone, at any time. That's a LOT of human interaction!

We live in a world that can be deeply triggering, toxic, and even dissociating. It's no wonder we struggle to heal ourselves. We also live in an age where we're constantly bombarded ,overstimulated and overwhelmed with "solutions" to all of our "problems" in the form of endless paid coaching programs, self-help books and podcast after podcast. It's my mission at The Nourished Sensitive to be part of the change that encourages HSPs to use their gifts to heal themselves and to provide the space, essential resources and supportive guidance for them to do so. In this episode, we'll chat about: how pain & discomfort often accompanies true healing. how physical healing mirrors emotional & spiritual healing. experiences I had at the start of my HSP healing journey. inspiring stories from HSPs who understand healing. the soothing power of nature for healing journey's why I believe coaches should empower HSPs as self-healers. HSP Leaders & Creators Mentioned in the Episode: ✨ Kaci Sage, Conscious Healing Mentor, Author @kacisage on Instagram Kaci's post on healing and Dark Nights of the Soul ✨Paul, Author & Mentor Paul's book Opachiphobia Nourishing Links

Join me in this 3-part conversation about nourishment for highly-sensitive people where I deep dive in to the 9 elements of my true nourishment framework that I developed on my own journey of health and healing as an HSP. This episode will explore elements 1 (holistic nutrition) 2 (emotional health) and 3 (embodiment). this is episode is for you if: you feel overwhelmed by mainstream health advice you struggle to eat healthy & nourish your body you need an emotional reset to balance your mood you want to feel more at home in your body I'll help you explore how to nourish and heal yourself as a highly-sensitive person by defining the first 3 elements of my framework for nourishment, and providing some helpful practice reflections for your health & healing journey and practice. Episode Links & Resources: Book an 1-hour Nourish Yourself Session with Leah Purchase 30 Days of Nourishment Journal Apply to the Nourish to Flourish 3-month 1:1 Coaching Journey Follow along on Instagram: @the.nourished.sensitive Learn more: www.nourishedsensitive.com **health disclaimer** This podcast is provided for educational use only and should not be construed as medical advice, therapy or any form of health treatment and diagnosis. There may be inherent risks involved in implementing advice you receive from a podcast without the support and assistance of a qualified healthcare professional. By choosing to listen to this episode you do so in full intention for your health, and assume any and all risk posed by what you may learn and choose to implement. You are encouraged to consult with your medical doctor, therapist, or qualified healthcare professional to ensure this, and any health advice that you practice, is in line with and supportive of your personal healthcare plan and desired health outcomes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenourishedsensitive/message

Are you a highly-sensitive person struggling with multiple chronic health issues like digestive distress, attention deficit, chronic fatigue, painful periods, and unexplained somatic symptoms like jaw clenching or pain? I know you, I've been you, I am you. Healing is not always (or even often) found in the fixing, the remedy, and the expert advice. More often than not, it's about going deeper in to the symptoms and listening to what your body is trying to say. This episode may be helpful for folks who: have tried every diet & remedy with little relief feel overwhelmed by mainstream health advice experience multiple unexplained health issues feel unwell despite being given a "clean bill of health" want to get to the root of your health challenges learn how to listen to your mind-body on a deeper level In this episode, I outline and explore 5 possible root causes of health issues HSPs commonly face along with a few basic solutions you can start to implement right away. Book an 1-hour Nourish Yourself Session with Leah Apply to the Nourish to Flourish 3-month 1:1 Coaching Journey Follow along on Instagram: @the.nourished.sensitive Learn more: www.nourishedsensitive.com Join the waitlist for The Nourishment Collective Membership **health disclaimer** This podcast is provided for educational use only and should not be construed as medical advice, therapy or any form of health treatment and diagnosis. There may be inherent risks involved in implementing advice you receive from a podcast without the support and assistance of a qualified healthcare professional. By choosing to listen to this episode you do so in full intention for your health, and assume any and all risk posed by what you may learn and choose to implement. You are encouraged to consult with your medical doctor, therapist, or qualified healthcare professional to ensure this, and any health advice that you practice, is in line with and supportive of your personal healthcare plan and desired health outcomes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenourishedsensitive/message

Release heaviness and feel more at home in your body now in this 16-minute guided meditation practice. In this meditation, you will be guided through an embodiment practice and journey that employs visualization grounded in the practice of mirror work, positive affirmation/mantra, and mind-body tuning techniques designed to help you heal a negative body image, release body shame and negative and feel more at home in the body that you have now. this meditation may be helpful for folks who: struggle with a negative body image. feel self-conscious & lack self-confidence. want to deepen acceptance of their body. release pent up heaviness and tension in the body. recover from negative body behaviors like dieting and overexercise feel more at ease, nourished and safe in the body. recommendations for practice I encourage you to make use of a personal grounding object (blanket, crystals, toy, etc) to help you feel safe and grounded during the practice. Meditation can sometimes bring up strong emotions and sensations in mind and body. I encourage you to allow your emotions to flow, and to try not to resist them. should the meditation feel overwhelming or unsafe for you in any way, it is okay to stop this meditation for any reason that you need to and come back to it later if you feel called to do so. You are encouraged to revisit this guided meditation practice as often as you feel called to do so on your personal health and healing journey. Book an 1-hour Nourish Yourself Session with Leah Apply to the Nourish to Flourish 3-month 1:1 Coaching Journey Follow along on Instagram: @the.nourished.sensitive Learn more: www.nourishedsensitive.com Join the waitlist for The Nourishment Collective Membership **health disclaimer** This meditation is provided for personal use only and should not be construed as medical advice, therapy or any form of health treatment and diagnosis. There may be inherent risks involved in mindfulness meditation practice. By choosing to listen to and practice this meditation you do so in full intention for your own health goals, and assume any and all risk. You are encouraged to consult with your medical doctor, therapist, or qualified healthcare professional to ensure this, and any meditation that you practice, is in line with and supportive of your personal healthcare plan and desired health outcomes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenourishedsensitive/message

In this episode, Leah guides you through an exploration of gut health and healing for the highly sensitive person including steps you can take to empower yourself on your gut healing journey. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: MOST COMMON gut health issues and digestive challenges experienced by high-sensitives according to a recent online poll among 295 HSPs. TOP REASONS highly-sensitive women need to focus on gut health while on a healing journey. WHY some HSPs struggle to find supportive healthcare/coaching for digestive challenges they face (and what they need instead!) The 5 STEPS I use to guide HSPs through their healing food & body journey: Validate, Awaken, Empower, Inspire, Guide. The IMPORTANCE of validating and empowering highly-sensitive people on their health journey The CONNECTION between being highly-sensitive and having a sensitive gut (what's at the ROOT of HSP digestive troubles?) The #1 MOST COMMON digestive struggle in the HSP population (it will help you feel less alone) The most important IMPACTS of an unhealthy gut on the health and well-being of sensitive people The important CONNECTIONS between gut health and your relationship with food & body. The KEY SIGNS that will help you be more mindful of a HAPPY GUT vs. UNHAPPY GUT (so you can measure your health & healing) How to sort through all the NOISE when trying to understand gut health issues (and get to the ROOT cause) How to tell the DIFFERENCE between a food sensitivity, a food allergy, Celiac Disease, and food intolerance? (PLUS what's a food hypersensitivity?) The IMPORTANCE of the brain-gut connection for being a healthy, nourished and resilient high-sensitive. The KEY ELEMENTS of the brain-gut connection that can help you heal gut issues and be more nourished. The potential ROOT CAUSE of the “gut feeling” or the “gut intuition” (why are HSPs so intuitive?) The UNIQUE nature of the HSP mind and how this relates to gut health and digestion. The IDEA of RESILIENCE, and why being resilient matters for gut health and overall well-being. 4 SIMPLE STEPS you can take today to soothe a sensitive gut. SHOW NOTES (Transcript, Quotables, Recommendations, Resources, Links) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenourishedsensitive/message

Have you ever wondered if the way you relate to food is healthy? Do you struggle with disordered eating challenges like emotional eating, binge eating, or emotional eating? What does it mean to have a TRULY nourishing and healthy relationship with food and body? In this episode, we are exploring all of these questions and more! We discuss the concept of disordered eating and what distinguishes it from an eating disorder. We also talk about diet culture, the spectrum of disordered eating, and learn how to determine if one's relationship with food and body is a healthy or harmful one. If you want to truly heal and become your best, sensitive self this episode is for you! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenourishedsensitive/message

In this episode of the podcast, we're exploring the idea that sensitive people, especially those with the SPS (sensory processing sensitivity) trait, require an approach to health and nutrition that's as unique as they are. Keep listening to discover more about: the HSP trait, what it is, and what makes a highly sensitive person unique in mind-body and spirit why it matters for HSPs to work with health coaches and practitioners who understand and validate the trait why HSPs require a unique and holistic approach to care and coaching around health, wellness and nutrition how health and nutrition coaches and practitioners working with sensitive people and empower them to reach their highest potential. If you are HSP, this episode should help you understand more about yourself and why you need a unique approach to nutrition and health than your non-sensitive counterparts, and even better, learn how to better advocate for yourself in finding the highest quality care that you deserve. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenourishedsensitive/message