Podcast appearances and mentions of Byron Katie

Show Notes  Take your business to the next level with my ⁠VITA™ Coaching Checklist⁠  The difference between objective truth vs. your truth (a.k.a. how to stop arguing with your own assumptions) A practical script for conflict that doesn't melt into blame soup The Five A's of Requests (Ask, Acknowledgement, Apology, Action, Agreements) How to repair trust and build integrity like it's a daily gym routine Why "Do you want to be heard, helped, or held?" is the relationship cheat code Men's work, shame alchemy, and the real work of becoming who you say you are Bio Andrew Horn is an entrepreneur, writer, and relational leadership coach whom Forbes calls "Dale Carnegie for the digital age." He grew his last company, Tribute, to eight figures in revenue and millions of users, landing on the Inc. 500, before stepping away to focus on coaching and transformation. He also co-founded Junto, a community for leaders to explore men's work and personal growth. Andrew has shared his insights on global stages including Conscious Capitalism, Summit Series, and Google Talks, and coaches founders and executives from some of today's most innovative companies, including Hinge, Casper, and Everyday Dose. Learn more about Andrew's work ⁠on his website⁠, at ⁠Junto⁠, and follow him on Instagram @itsandrewhorn   00:00 Truth hits like electricity: authenticity, curiosity, presence 01:01 Meet Andrew Horn and why "being right" is overrated 03:03 The Burning Man suitcase origin story 04:00 Take your business to the next level with my ⁠VITA™ Coaching Checklist ⁠ 05:31 "I love the sh*t out of you" - friendship, on record 08:07 Bad communication = hyperbolic criticism (why "never/always" backfires) 09:41 Learning to meet fire with skill (Non Violent Communication, ownership, objectivity) 10:56 Gestalt wake-up: three pillars to speak from your spine 13:40 The eye-contact exercise that turned truth into lightning 15:02 Coffee-machine confession: when honesty cracks reality open 16:09 Matrix moment: you don't meet people, you meet your story about them 19:16 Layla's jungle-cult nights and the psychedelic power of saying the uncomfortable thing 25:02 Choosing aliveness over being liked 27:49 Objective > subjective: the foundation of clean communication 31:16 Feelings at work and the "clear ask" example 32:12 Get 2 FREE sticks packs of ⁠MOOD SEX MAGIC™ Elixir⁠ using code PODCAST at checkout  34:02 Curiosity as the antidote to mind-reading 39:46 Byron Katie and "everyone makes sense to themselves" 43:49 Boundaried vs. boundaryless and the sacred pause 47:45 "Violent" (charged) communication vs. objective language 51:10 Needs-based consciousness (OFNER) - a map out of reactivity 52:26 The Five A's of requests: Ask, Acknowledgement, Apology, Action, Agreements 58:24 Why agreements beat "good intentions" every time 1:00:55 Rituals that keep love alive: weekly check-ins & love dates 1:01:12 "Therapy speak" complaints - the pragmatic reframe 1:02:40 Integrity = knowing yourself, speaking the truth, and keeping agreements 1:06:37 Rebuilding integrity after breaches: deconditioning and working with shame  

This week, Marta explores the ego through a new lens, not as something to fix, but as something to understand.Drawing wisdom from Byron Katie and Kelly Brogan, she invites us to meet the ego as a terrified child, one who clings, defends, and controls, not because it's evil, but because it's scared.Together, we explore what it means to awaken from the stories that keep us small, to soften our defenses, and to love what is just as it is.When we question our thoughts, we end the war within.When we replace control with curiosity, we begin to trust life again.And when we meet our inner child with compassion, we remember who we truly are.Because the practice of being human isn't about escaping the ego. It's about integrating it with love.

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Ever feel like you're constantly adjusting in your relationship—until one day, you realize you're not even sure who you are anymore? As a highly sensitive person (HSP), relationships can feel especially overwhelming. You care deeply, you try harder, and yet you still feel lost. If you've ever found yourself stuck between staying or leaving, silently wondering, "Why is this so hard?"—this episode is for you. In this episode, you'll discover: How your emotional "compass" gets pulled off course by hidden pressures in your relationship Why HSPs are more vulnerable to losing self-trust in love A simple, grounding visualization to help you reconnect with your inner truth Tune in now to learn how to reclaim your direction and bring balance back to your relationship—without losing yourself in the process.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

(Part 2 of 2) In this episode, my guest, Haley, and I explore the challenges of trauma, emotional triggers, and dysregulation within intimate relationships. Haley, shares her experience of feeling overwhelmed by her partner's emotional outpouring, leading to feelings of fear and disconnection. Join us as together we navigate the thoughts and beliefs that cause all the suffering and how to end it. It is a deep, heart-centered conversation cultivating understanding. Let's Do The Work!   To catch Byron Katie live every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom, register here: athomewithbyronkatie.com

In this episode, Nikki shares her favorite quotes and what they really mean to her. From yoga wisdom to life lessons by Byron Katie, Wayne Dyer, and Maya Angelou, Nikki unpacks the deeper meaning behind each quote and how they've shaped her journey. Whether you're looking for inspiration, a laugh, or a reminder to give yourself grace, this episode is full of heartfelt stories and practical wisdom.Special Offers & Sponsors: ​Mantra Match – 15% off with code NIKKIWELLNESS: ⁠https://mantramatcha.com/⁠ ​Neeshi Protein Powder – 20% off your first order with code NIKKIYOGA20: ⁠www.neeshi.com⁠Sakara - 20% off at Sakara.com with code NIKKIWELLNESSSAKARA Find Nikki online at:⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/fitfunandfrazzledpodcast⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/elevate_and_align_⁠⁠⁠ And if you're enjoying the podcast, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review, it helps so much! ⁠⁠⁠Nikki Lanigan Substack⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Free 1-1 Call – Nikki's Yoga & Wellness⁠

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Do you ever sense tension in someone's tone—only to be told you're "too sensitive" or "imagining things"? If you've ever doubted your instincts because others dismissed your sensitivity to tone, this episode will feel like a breath of validation. As a highly sensitive person, your ability to pick up on emotional nuance isn't a flaw—it's a gift rooted in deep intelligence. Discover why society shames tone sensitivity, how that affects your self-worth, and why your intuitive perception is something to be celebrated, not suppressed. In this episode, you'll learn: Why noticing shifts in tone often triggers defensiveness in others. How cultural bias has mislabeled sensitivity as weakness. Why your attunement to tone is actually emotional intelligence in action. Press play now to reclaim your confidence in what you feel and recognize your sensitivity as a strength—not a shortcoming.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

This week the Love Is The Power inquiry group looks at the habit of holding things (situations, people, the state of the world) as a problem. It's such an insidious habit, it tends to fly under the radar for most of us until we check in. But when we consciously look at a situation that we'd like to be different, it's easy to see the belief, “I have to hold this as a problem." We might think that if we hold it as a problem we'll fix it better or faster, and if we don't then the situation won't change at all. But what does this thought actually create in our lives? Does it help us show up the way we'd like to? Or does it give us a harvest of fear?

Do you ever get stuck in loops of overthinking, rumination, or obsessive thoughts that drain your joy and hijack your peace?This episode is for you.In today's solo teaching, Johanna breaks down a simple yet profoundly transformative tool: the Four Questions of Inquiry, inspired by Byron Katie's book, Loving What Is. This approach helps you untangle painful thoughts, soften emotional resistance, and free your nervous system from constant tension.This practice doesn't bypass your faith or your leadership. Instead, it creates mental clarity, emotional spaciousness, and spiritual receptivity, so you can hear God more clearly and move through life with softness, trust, and inner freedom.Johanna explains how inquiry works step-by-step using real examples, including the thought “I'm doing this wrong” and the everyday frustration of “my husband should pick up his socks.” You'll learn how to recognize the hidden thoughts that keep you tense, reactive, and disconnected, and how to release them so you can return to peace, presence, and feminine receptivity.She also shares how this process ties beautifully into the Heroine's Journey (the path of feminine wholeness), helping you move out of resistance, back into embodiment, and deeper into your divine assignment.Why certain thoughts feel “true” even when they're just mental noiseThe 4 Questions of Inquiry and how to use them with any painful thoughtHow to stop fighting reality, and why acceptance is not passivityThe difference between mental resistance and aligned actionHow rumination disconnects you from your feminine flow and presenceWhy inquiry creates emotional space for God's guidanceHow to use turnarounds to expand perspective and relieve sufferingHow inquiry can be used in relationships, marriage, business, and daily lifeHow inquiry supports the Heroine's Journey: wholeness, embodiment, and inner peace“You can be right or you can be at peace. Which one will you choose?”“Our thoughts are not truth — they're stories. Some lead to freedom, some lead to suffering.”“You can't rush inquiry. It's a softening into truth, not a performance.”“The moment you stop fighting reality, you free up enormous energy to receive what God is giving you.”FREE GIFTS

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Do you find yourself working late—even when you don't want to—just to get that one last thing done? For highly sensitive people, the urge to finish everything before ending the day can quietly destroy your evenings, rest, and peace of mind. In this episode, Todd shares a powerful mindset shift and a deceptively simple new routine that can help you finally break that cycle—without guilt or overwhelm. Learn how Todd replaced his never-ending to-do list with a simple "pause button" that transformed his evenings. Discover the surprising connection between task completion and stress for HSPs—and how to break free from it. Find out how this one change can lead to better sleep, deeper relaxation, and more productive mornings. Hit play now to uncover the small change that can give you your evenings—and your peace of mind—back for good.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

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Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Are you feeling smothered in your relationship—but don't want to hurt anyone by asking for space? If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), needing more space isn't selfish—it's essential. In this episode of Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People, Todd Smith explores why HSPs often feel overwhelmed even in loving relationships and how that pressure can quietly build into resentment, loss of self, and emotional exhaustion. In this episode, you'll learn: How to recognize the three subtle but powerful signs that you're craving more space in your relationship. Why HSPs are wired to need deeper emotional breathing room—and how ignoring that can silently erode your connection. Practical, compassionate strategies to create healthy space in your relationship without pulling away or hurting your partner. Listen now to reclaim your sense of self—and reconnect with your partner from a place of strength and inner peace.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

In this episode, my guest, Haley, and I explore the challenges of trauma, emotional triggers, and dysregulation within intimate relationships. Haley, shares her experience of feeling overwhelmed by her partner's emotional outpouring, leading to feelings of fear and disconnection. Join us as together we navigate the thoughts and beliefs that cause all the suffering and how to end it. It is a deep, heart-centered conversation cultivating understanding. Let's Do The Work! (Part 1 of 2)   To catch Byron Katie live every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom, register here: athomewithbyronkatie.com

The Cost of Judgment: Seeing Ourselves and Others Through Compassion Summary: In this episode of the Human Intimacy Podcast, Dr. Kevin Skinner and MaryAnn Michaelis explore the nature of judgment—how we judge ourselves, others, and the world around us. They unpack how the brain's natural tendency to predict and protect can lead us to make judgments based on incomplete stories or past experiences. Through real-life examples, including therapy sessions and group work, they illustrate how judgment can distort perception, breed resentment, and disconnect us from others. Dr. Skinner and MaryAnn emphasize that judgment often arises when we lack understanding of a person's story. By shifting from judgment to curiosity—asking “What happened to you?” instead of “What's wrong with you?”—we open space for empathy and healing. They also explore how self-judgment impacts individuals, especially betrayed partners who internalize blame, and how learning to suspend judgment fosters emotional freedom and connection. The discussion integrates insights from Byron Katie's “The Work” and Dr. Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey's “What Happened to You?”, encouraging listeners to question their assumptions and replace self-condemnation with self-compassion. The episode closes with a reflective invitation: identify a situation or person you've judged, and ask, “What's the story behind this thought, emotion, or behavior?” Resources Mentioned: The Work by Byron Katie — Four powerful questions to challenge judgments and distorted beliefs. What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing by Dr. Bruce D. Perry & Oprah Winfrey — Exploring how understanding personal stories transforms compassion and connection. The Betrayal Bond by Dr. Patrick Carnes — Understanding trauma bonds and how early experiences shape adult patterns and self-judgment. Compassionate Accountability: A Field Guide to Building Connection and Trust by Dr. Nate Regier — For learning how to balance accountability with empathy. HumanIntimacy.com — Explore upcoming courses and events, including Rise: Hope and Healing from Sexual Betrayal, Reclaim: Healing from Pornography and Rebuilding Your Life, and the Human Intimacy Conference (March 13–14, 2026).

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Are you tired of being told you're "too serious"? If you're a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), you've likely been misunderstood, even judged, for your quiet, reflective, or emotionally attuned nature. In a world that prizes quick wit and lightheartedness, the depth and presence you bring can feel out of place—unless you learn to see it for the superpower it really is. In this episode, you'll discover: Why your depth, empathy, and quietness are often mistaken for being "too serious" The emotional cost of internalizing others' judgments—and how to stop How to reframe your seriousness as a strength, not a flaw, so you can feel good about who you truly are Press play to reclaim your sensitivity and discover how to honor your nature—even when others don't understand it.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Many of the big changes we experience in our lifetimes - like motherhood, health challenges, or loss experiences - are actually spiritual initiations.These are divine awakenings, where one or more of our Spiritual Gifts shift from dormant to activated.Meet the Grand Prize winner of my Share The Love podcast competition!! Sarah Caracciolo is a holistic post-partum coach and intuitive healer who helps women get to the root cause of their anxiety, insomnia, and depression.In today's powerful new episode of Soul Guide Radio, we talk about spiritual initiations, divine timing, the hidden secrets of pregnancy and birth, what Human Design can teach us about parenting, and the dramatic ways that motherhood transforms us!You'll discover:How motherhood and other big life changes are actually spiritual initiationsWhy these initiations are often jarring and intense (and how to tap into and amplify your intuition during these experiences!)An invitation that will have you embracing your spiritual initiations - and receiving ALLLLL of the amazing downloads your Higher Self is trying to send you!Timestamps:00:00 Introduction03:40 Meet Sarah Caracciolo06:43 Motherhood as a Spiritual Initiation17:48 The Concept of Spiritual Initiations24:33 Human Design and Motherhood27:47 Reflecting on Personal Fulfillment28:45 Balancing Work and Personal Life31:03 Healing and Letting Go of Societal Expectations35:05 Navigating Life's Initiations38:22 The Journey to Motherhood and Intuition46:27 Holding Space for Mothers50:45 InvitationLinks Mentioned:Episode #183: It's All Just So WeirdThe Work with Byron Katie

This week, as Tom puts it, the trigger for self-realization could be a bathroom! In a playfully profound inquiry on money, the group questions the thought, “There is a right and wrong amount of money to have, and a right and wrong way to spend it.” One person's share acts as a through-thread in the inquiry, pondering whether or not it's wrong to want and pay for a bathroom renovation. It sure feels wrong when this is the thought running our financial lives. But, as Tom will often ask, is the feeling proof? Is the sense of wrongness surrounding the spending of money really proof that it is inherently wrong somehow? We noticed we don't know for sure. What we do know is that we've seen a lot of people act like it's true since we arrived on this planet. But what if they all learned to believe this story, just the same as we did? What would that mean about the nature of money? What if it's nothing like we imagine it is?

Former Buddhist monk and Mindfulness Exercises founder Sean Fargo explores what full acceptance really means in mindfulness and meditation—meeting fear, anxiety, judgment, and resistance with embodied awareness and self-compassion. Drawing on years of teaching across prisons, hospitals, classrooms, and companies, Sean translates Buddhist psychology, trauma-sensitive mindfulness, and practical nervous system regulation into simple moves you can use today—without turning practice into performance. Expect a grounded look at acceptance vs. resignation, how to work inside your window of tolerance, and ways to steady attention with noting and breath awareness. You'll hear how body-based mindfulness (skin, flesh, blood, air, bone) restores safety, how to soften striving and “fixing,” and how fierce compassion supports wise action. Ideal for mindfulness teachers, therapists, coaches, and dedicated practitioners who want real tools for emotional regulation, resilience, and teaching with integrity. ✨ In This Episode, You'll Learn What “acceptance” means (and what it doesn't) in mindfulness practice How acceptance creates space before reaction or change Why gentle awareness and fierce compassion go hand in hand A guided meditation on sensing the layers of the body — skin, flesh, blood, air, bone How to bring mindfulness to worry, fear, and feelings of unsafety Practical tools like noting practice and embodied grounding Insights from Sean's live Q&A on anxiety, safety, and the breath How acceptance connects with teachings from Byron Katie and Nonviolent Communication ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Opening reflections on the word “acceptance” 02:00 – Why we resist acceptance and what it really means 04:00 – The practice of full acceptance 07:00 – Guided Meditation about Acceptance 56:11 – Working with worry, fear, and uncertainty (Leslie's question) 01:02:31 – Using noting and embodiment to balance thought-based worry 01:08:38 – Working with shortness of breath and striving (Jean's question) 01:10:10 – Creative ways to connect with the breath 01:15:51 – Byron Katie's “The Work” and fierce compassion 01:19:00 – Closing reflections

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Are you constantly saying you need help — but still end up doing everything yourself? If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP) feeling like delegation never really lands and your to-do list only grows, this episode speaks directly to you. Discover why just asking for help isn't solving your overwhelm — and what truly needs to shift to create lasting relief. In this episode, you'll learn: Why repeating the "I need help" conversation leads to more self-judgment and less change. The hidden beliefs that sabotage your ability to delegate and receive support. How to step out of silent suffering and into a more sustainable, supported life — without guilt or burnout. Press play now to reclaim your time, energy, and sense of balance — starting today.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ How Can Highly Sensitive People Thrive in Chaotic Workplaces? Ever feel like the buzzing lights, constant chatter, and nonstop movement in your work environment are draining the life out of you? You're not alone—and there's a better way. For highly sensitive people, overstimulation isn't just annoying—it can derail your focus, energy, and overall well-being. In this episode of Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People, we dive into simple yet powerful strategies to protect your energy, communicate your needs, and create calm even in the most chaotic settings. In this episode, you'll discover: How to physically buffer yourself from overstimulating environments using noise, light, and visual boundaries Practical ways to balance deep work with restorative breaks that actually recharge you Tips for having productive conversations with your boss to create a more supportive workspace—without feeling awkward or "too sensitive" Hit play now to learn how small, intentional changes can help you reclaim your energy, sharpen your focus, and find calm in any environment.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

(Part 2 of 2) In this episode, we explore the challenging emotional landscape of caring for a loved one with dementia. My guest, Rosa-Lynn, is complaining about her mother-in-law's interference with her laundry. Join us as we travel through the stories and the realities of dementia caregiving.   To catch Byron Katie live every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom, register here: athomewithbyronkatie.com

This episode is one I've been wanting to do for a while because thought work is truly the foundation of everything we do in Connect Method Parenting. And I know "thought work" might sound intimidating or like some woo-woo concept, but I promise you—it's the most practical, life-changing tool you can have as a parent.The biggest problem isn't that we go into fight or flight. Nope...it's that we never come OUT of fight or flight. And that's exactly what thought work helps us change.I'm sharing my entire 15+ year journey of discovering thought work—from stumbling on Viktor Frankl and Byron Katie as a young, struggling mom to building the STEER tool and Daily Peace process that thousands of parents now use every day.Here's what we cover:What thought work actually is (and why it's not just "thinking positive thoughts")How I reverse-engineered my Baby Powder Blizzard miracle momentThe science behind why thought work works: mirror neurons, neural pathways, and the nervous systemWhy who you're BEING matters infinitely more than what you're DOINGHow thoughts create emotions, emotions fuel actions, and actions create your resultsThe power of becoming the "watcher" of your own lifeHow to use thought work even when (especially when) you're triggered by your teenagerYou can read every parenting book, memorize all the scripts, and understand child development backwards and forwards, but if you don't understand how to align who you're BEING with the highest, most loving version of yourself, you're still going to struggle.I'm sharing stories from a family trip, where I had to excuse myself from the room to do my own Daily Peace process. Because guess what? There's always another level of emotional maturity we can reach as parents. This work never stops, and that's actually beautiful.One of my favorite insights from this episode:"The more I think I need to hurry, the more I need to slow down. If I don't feel like I have time for thought work, that's exactly when I know I really need it."Key Takeaways:✨ Thoughts are OPTIONAL—you get to decide what you believe ✨ Your nervous system is broadcasting an emotional frequency that your kids pick up on (thank you, mirror neurons) ✨ Thought work isn't about perfection—it's about awareness and compassion ✨ When you witness yourself without judgment, everything changes ✨ The goal isn't to always be regulated; it's to become skilled at repairing when you're notTools I Mention:STEAR - My signature thought awareness toolDaily PEACE - The complete process that includes STEER plus emotional processingThe Six Acceptance Questions - From Chapter 3 of my bookBottom line: This is THE most important skill you can develop as a parent. Once you understand how your thoughts create your emotions, which fuel your actions, which create your results... you'll never see parenting (or life) the same way again.If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review! It h

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Are you constantly overwhelmed, yet still feel like you're never doing enough—no matter how hard you try? If you're a Highly Sensitive Person, perfectionism might be silently draining your energy, sabotaging your peace, and stalling your progress. This episode dives deep into the emotional cost of striving to be flawless in a world that was never meant to be perfect—and how this chase can block your inner freedom. In this episode, you'll discover: How perfectionism disguises itself as productivity while keeping you stuck in fear and self-doubt The subtle but critical difference between high standards and harmful self-pressure Why your sensitivity is not the problem—and how to finally honor it without guilt or burnout Listen now to learn how to break the perfectionism loop and reclaim your peace as an HSP—without sacrificing your ambition.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Stuck in a dark place? Wish the world was more accepting and less negative? In this interview, world-renowned writer and spiritual teacher, Bryon Katie, will walk you through 4 questions that will change your life. Not only will you learn how to turn off the negative chatter of your mind, but you'll get to the root of your suffering so you can start healing. Thanks for listening! New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified.

What if healing isn't about becoming more, it's about remembering who you already are? In today's episode of The Healing + Human Potential Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Martha Beck for one of the most profound and heart-opening conversations I've had about healing, awakening, and living in truth.  Dr. Beck opens up about the out-of-body psychic experience during surgery that became her doorway from trauma and anxiety into joy, peace, and wholeness. She reveals the messages she received from the light of consciousness and so much more. With three degrees from Harvard, she reminds us that true wisdom lives where science meets spirit – in the lived experience of awakening. Together, we explore what it really means to awaken while staying grounded in the body – how to find safety in spirituality after trauma, and why awakening isn't about striving but about releasing what isn't true. We also dive into gentle, trauma-informed entry points to meditation, her framework for dissolving anxiety, the importance of shadow integration, and joy as a spiritual strength.  I can't wait to hear how this episode resonates & what opens up for you.    === Episode Time Stamps 00:00 – Intro 00:48 – Paranormal experiences, awakening, living beyond anxiety 03:05 – The OR Experience: "I wasn't dead, but I left my body" 06:15 – Communion, joy, and the core messages 09:58 – Waking Up  12:00 – Aftermath: Trauma flashbacks, life upheaval, and the light remains 16:40 – What Science Can / Can't Explain about NDEs 19:30 – Psychic: Remote Viewing Stories during Pregnancy 22:05 – "What if a Critical Mass Awakened?" Viral integrity & de-polarization 28:10 – East vs West: Awakening by dropping illusions vs striving to improve 32:20 – Trauma-Informed Spirituality: Why stillness isn't always step one 36:10 – Meditation, Joy & Listening to the Body (not rigid practice) 39:40 – We Heal with Others: Safe nervous systems, co-regulation, presence 43:00 – Shadow Integration via Dreams  46:05 – Using Painful Thoughts as Guides (The Work of Byron Katie) 49:30 – Why wakefulness spreads 51:55 – Joy as Compass: "Joy is its own excuse for being" 54:20 – Integrity & Anxiety: When truth aligns, suffering dissolves 56:30 – Left-Right Brain: Creativity toggles anxiety off 58:10 – Practical Reset: 5-senses right-brain exercise to lower anxiety 59:25 – KIST: Kind Internal Self-Talk 1:01:05 – How to Stay Connected   ===   Have you watched our episode on The Surprising Science of Joy? Watch on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/XnfcAp309Eo?si=ZCMTYoHp55Vg7RbR   ====   

Last week's episode looked at the experience of innocence, and the belief that we, ourselves, are not that pure innocence. In this part two episode, we look at the fear that comes up when we aren't believing that about ourselves or others. The fear of being a doormat. “Oh, if I just see everyone as innocent, I'll just let them walk all over me.” Seems accurate enough, right? This position, though, gives us the role of constant self-preservation. When we're afraid of being steamrolled, we have to approach life in a controlling, angry manner. Or as Tom puts it, we become the Jerk Police. We can't just ask someone not to do something because that's what we'd prefer, we have to make them wrong. We have to manipulate our perceived attackers – the jerks – with guilt or shame or anger. But what would life be like if we weren't constantly giving ourselves this role? Pick a situation in your own life where someone is being a total jerk, and find out for yourself.

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Can You Really Stay Connected to Others Without Losing Yourself as an HSP? If you've ever felt torn between needing alone time and craving deep, meaningful relationships, you're not alone—and you're not broken. Highly sensitive people often feel overwhelmed trying to do both well, but what if the real solution isn't about doing more, but going deeper within? In this episode of Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People, you'll uncover: Why trying to "balance" self-care and relationships often leads to burnout—and what to do instead. A powerful shift in perspective that transforms how you connect with others, without sacrificing your own energy. Simple, practical self-connection habits that make outer connection more nourishing and less time-consuming. Listen now to discover how prioritizing your inner connection can lead to more fulfilling relationships with those you love.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.    

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3793: Charlotte Hosier shares a powerful journey from chronic people-pleasing to authentic living, revealing how suppressing your needs for approval leads to burnout and self-alienation. By uncovering the root beliefs driving this behavior and replacing them with self-awareness and small acts of honesty, you can begin living a life that feels more true and empowering. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/you-dont-have-to-adjust-who-you-are-to-please-others/ Quotes to ponder: "Yes, you may feel guilty for being honest at first, but it will get easier." "You feel in control. You feel comfortable. But until you start to examine the root of your behavior, it's likely that you'll continue to constantly want to please others." "Adjust less to others. Listen more to yourself." Episode references: The Work by Byron Katie: https://thework.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3793: Charlotte Hosier shares a powerful journey from chronic people-pleasing to authentic living, revealing how suppressing your needs for approval leads to burnout and self-alienation. By uncovering the root beliefs driving this behavior and replacing them with self-awareness and small acts of honesty, you can begin living a life that feels more true and empowering. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/you-dont-have-to-adjust-who-you-are-to-please-others/ Quotes to ponder: "Yes, you may feel guilty for being honest at first, but it will get easier." "You feel in control. You feel comfortable. But until you start to examine the root of your behavior, it's likely that you'll continue to constantly want to please others." "Adjust less to others. Listen more to yourself." Episode references: The Work by Byron Katie: https://thework.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3793: Charlotte Hosier shares a powerful journey from chronic people-pleasing to authentic living, revealing how suppressing your needs for approval leads to burnout and self-alienation. By uncovering the root beliefs driving this behavior and replacing them with self-awareness and small acts of honesty, you can begin living a life that feels more true and empowering. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/you-dont-have-to-adjust-who-you-are-to-please-others/ Quotes to ponder: "Yes, you may feel guilty for being honest at first, but it will get easier." "You feel in control. You feel comfortable. But until you start to examine the root of your behavior, it's likely that you'll continue to constantly want to please others." "Adjust less to others. Listen more to yourself." Episode references: The Work by Byron Katie: https://thework.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Why Ignoring Your Trauma May Be Making Everything Worse (and How to Heal It Gently) What if the very act of avoiding your trauma is silently fueling your anxiety, stress, and even physical exhaustion? Highly sensitive people (HSPs) often carry emotional wounds more deeply than others—yet trauma remains one of the most misunderstood and avoided aspects of healing. In this powerful episode, you'll learn why trauma lingers in the shadows, what it costs us when left unchecked, and how you can approach it with compassion rather than fear. If you're an HSP seeking peace, this episode offers a grounded path forward. Discover why trauma—big or small—has such a powerful grip on HSPs and what happens when it's left unresolved. Learn how to meet your trauma with love and create a safe, non-judgmental space for true emotional release. Explore a gentle yet profound method of self-inquiry that allows your wounded parts to question limiting beliefs and rediscover inner freedom. Listen now to uncover the simple, step-by-step method for healing trauma in a way that feels safe, empowering, and deeply liberating for highly sensitive people.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

In this episode, we explore the challenging emotional landscape of caring for a loved one with dementia. My guest, Rosa-Lynn, is complaining about her mother-in-law's interference with her laundry. Join us as we travel through the stories and the realities of dementia caregiving. (Part 1 of 2) To catch Byron Katie live every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom, register here: athomewithbyronkatie.com

Have you ever felt trapped in a thought you couldn't shake? In this episode, Julie shares how the belief “I'll never be organized” kept her stuck in anxiety and overwhelm—and how Byron Katie's The Work helped her break free. Through four simple questions, she discovered a way to shift limiting beliefs into empowering ones. Listen in to learn how this tool can open new possibilities in your own life. Please share your thoughts with info@pursuing-health.com, or connect with me on Instagram @JulieFoucher. Related Episodes: Ep 309 - How I Created My Life Plan Ep 20 - Julie Foucher on Her Current Daily Schedule, Medical School Applications, Preventing Injury, and Advice for the CrossFit Games Open If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice.  I recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns.

Today's guest is Tina Jacobson, a lifelong artist and spiritual explorer from Australia whose creative journey weaves art, intuition, and healing. Raised on an animal-filled farm by creative parents, Tina has spent her life immersed in design, murals, and illustration. Her coloring books, including The Colorful Life Colouring Book, invite readers to reconnect with creativity as a gentle, spiritual practice rather than a task to complete.Through years of self-discovery, Tina learned that healing begins by watching the mind. Once trapped in cycles of self-criticism and dark thoughts, she discovered that thoughts aren't truth—they're passing waves. Influenced by teachers like Michael Singer and Byron Katie, Tina began observing her thoughts instead of believing them, noticing how they affected her body. She reminds us, if you can bring that fear back to your body and feel at ease, you can't change anything—but when you're in your body, you're closer to your intuition, and it will give you ideas on what to do. Fix yourself, heal the world. Use your body to bring dark thoughts to light.Our conversation explores how coloring, movement, and awareness of the body can return us to presence and Creative Intelligence. Tina reminds us that love doesn't mind when things fall apart—it simply observes. When we witness our thoughts without judgment, they lose their grip, and creativity becomes a path to freedom.For more information, visit www.spiritualartisttoday.com. CJ Miller's books, The Spiritual Artist and Spiritual Parable as a Daily Practice, are available on Amazon.You can follow Tina Jacobson on Instagram at: tinaacobsonartPurchase Tina's book here: https://www.winterandmann.com.au/product/tina-jacobson-colourful-life/Tina's new surf book is available here: https://www.stunno.com.au/ Want to learn more about CJ Miller? Check out his Spiritual Artist Retreats, 1:1 Personal Coaching, and Speaking Engagements at www.spiritualartisttoday.com. His retreats are designed to help you reconnect with your Creative Intelligence and express your true artistic voice. You can also find his upcoming schedule there, and his book, The Spiritual Artist, is available on Amazon.

Are You Ignoring the One Thing That Could Instantly Reduce Your Stress? Highly sensitive people often strive to do everything right—but there's one simple, life-changing practice many HSPs consistently overlook: rest. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, short-fused, or just not yourself, this episode is your wake-up call. Discover how a lack of rest is silently sabotaging your well-being—and how incorporating more intentional downtime can transform your emotional balance, mental clarity, and overall happiness. In this episode, you'll learn: Why HSPs need more rest than the average person and the science behind it How rest helps heal emotional overwhelm and unlocks deeper insight Simple, practical strategies to build more restorative time into your daily life Press play now to uncover the missing ingredient that could radically improve your quality of life as a highly sensitive person.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Notice a time when you've experienced innocence. (Tip: dogs, cats, babies and little kids are a good touchstone for this kind of experience.) What did it bring up within you? In this group inquiry, participants become aware of a sense of openness, levity, and joy, as well as a sense of wanting to protect and care for that innocence. And then Tom asks this question: Is it true that you are not that innocent? Can you absolutely know you are not innocent in that exact way? What is your experience of the world when you believe this of yourself and the rest of humanity? After joining in this inquiry, you might notice the next time you have that experience (whether it's one of guilt, blame, self-condemnation, or any withholding of love) it's easier to just say, “Oops, I did it again. I believed I'm not that innocent.”

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Are you tired of feeling “too much” for simply being yourself? If you've ever felt like you're high maintenance just for needing a bit more rest, quiet, or comfort, you're not alone—and this episode is for you. As a highly sensitive person, your needs aren't a weakness—they're wisdom. But years of being misunderstood may have taught you otherwise. In this Breakthrough Monday episode of Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People, you'll discover: Why the belief that you're "high maintenance" is quietly crushing your self-worth. The hidden emotional cost of apologizing for your basic needs—and how to stop. How to shift from feeling like a delicate flower to owning your strength as an HSP. Listen now to reclaim your sensitivity as a strength and step into a new kind of self-confidence.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Are you overthinking every little decision — and feeling exhausted by it? If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), decision fatigue isn't just annoying — it can be deeply draining. But what if the key to making decisions with less stress isn't more logic, but something much quieter? As a highly sensitive person, your thoughtful, thorough nature is a gift — but it can also trap you in analysis paralysis. In this episode, Todd Smith reveals why decision-making is often overwhelming for HSPs and introduces a surprisingly counterintuitive strategy that will help you get unstuck — by turning inward instead of outward. Listen now to discover: The real reason HSPs struggle with decision-making and how to work with your nature, not against it A surprising strategy that involves less data and more trust in your internal compass Three practical ways to reduce decision pressure so you can reclaim your energy and clarity Tap into your inner clarity and start making decisions that feel right — with less stress and second-guessing. Listen to this episode now.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

(Part 2 of 2) In this episode, we explore self-inquiry through Ashlee's deeply personal story, which dates back to when she was twelve years old doing yard work with her dad. Feeling oppressed and stuck in that situation, Ashlee reflects on how those childhood emotions linger into her present as mother of a twelve-year-old daughter. The anger she is holding toward her father becomes a focal point as we move through the four questions and turnarounds of The Work, examining the thoughts that create her perceptions of their relationship. Join us as we navigate through these father-daughter dynamics and learn how to end our suffering. Get still, open your mind, and together let's do The Work!   To catch Byron Katie live every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom, register here: athomewithbyronkatie.com

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Are you tired of feeling like Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde when it comes to your boundaries? Why is it that your boundaries vanish the moment someone is kind—or worse, when conflict looms? If you're a highly sensitive person who's stuck in the exhausting cycle of over-giving and losing yourself in relationships, this episode holds the missing key. You're not broken—your boundaries are just confused. In this episode of Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People, Todd Smith dives deep into the hidden “Jekyll and Hyde” boundary pattern that quietly sabotages HSPs in love, work, and life. If you constantly feel overwhelmed, lose your voice in relationships, or fear that saying "no" makes you unlovable, this conversation will strike a chord—and show you a new path. Here's what you'll walk away with: The real reason your boundaries collapse when others are “nice” How inconsistent boundaries erode self-respect and confuse relationships A powerful reframe to help you build boundaries rooted in clarity—not conflict Tap play to discover how clear, consistent boundaries are the key to the deep connection and inner peace you crave as a highly sensitive person.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Wayne Dyer challenges us to break free from the excuses that hold us back. Through simple but profound questions, he reveals how excuses are choices, not truths. Drawing on lessons from Byron Katie and his own experience, Dyer shows how shifting our thoughts, using imagination, and choosing freedom over limitation can transform our lives.GET MY TOP 28 BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS: Click here to get your free copy of “28 Books That Will Rewire Your Mindset for Success and Self-Mastery” curated by yours truly!Source: Dr. Wayne Dyer. "Excuses Begone!" 2 hours and you too can change your life forever! Hosted by Sean CroxtonFollow me on InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Love Is The Power gives you an incredibly vulnerable, incredibly beautiful inquiry with a brave share. If you've ever experienced the frustration of chronic pain or illness of the body, you have probably experienced the devastating sense of hopelessness that can come with it. Holding space for that emotional pain, Tom initiates an exploration of the sensation of physical pain. Byron Katie says that all pain is imagined. That can be a hard one to get our heads around – especially when we're in the midst of pain. But what if it's true? What if who we really are is pure awareness that is itself unaffected by pain? What if the awareness that perceives the pain (whether the pain is physical or emotional) is who we really are? And what if that awareness is an experience of pure peace?

Send us a textIf you're a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)—or love one—this conversation is a deep exhale. Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom and a longtime facilitator of Byron Katie's The Work, joins Melissa to unpack what “living with an open heart” actually looks like when life gets complicated: relationships, conflict, people-pleasing, and the comparing mind. We explore Todd's three pillars of stress management for HSPs (understanding the trait, outer work/boundaries, and inner work), how The Work turns sticky stories into spaciousness, and why transcendental meditation has been his twice-daily reset since childhood. We also touch on HSP overlaps with ADHD and rejection sensitivity dysphoria, leadership strengths like empathy and systems-level thinking, and the myth that sensitivity equals fragility. If you're ready to move from overthinking to inner freedom—this one's for you.What you'll learnThe HSP basics (15–20% of people): depth of processing, empathy, sensory sensitivity, and why overwhelm happensTodd's 3-pillar stress framework for HSPs:Understand the trait (drop self-judgment; claim your strengths)Outer work (sleep, nourishment, boundaries that are kind and clear)Inner work (question stressful thoughts with The Work; find space inside even when nothing outside changes)A gentle walkthrough of The Work of Byron Katie (the four questions + turnarounds) and how to keep the “stuck” part of you safe while you inquireMoving from conflict-avoidant to creatively resourced (why arguing with reality doubles your stress)People-pleasing vs. integrity (how to say no without abandoning yourself)Meditation as a daily “reset” and why awareness widens when attachment loosensHSP leadership superpowers: deep listening, pattern-spotting, and bringing opposites togetherResources & linksTodd's podcast: Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People (search “HSP” in your podcast app)HSP Stress Test (Todd): trueinnerfreedom.com (look for “HSP Stress Test”)The Work by Byron Katie: the four questions + worksheets (official site)Dr. Elaine Aron's books on Highly Sensitive People (foundational research)Quote referenced: Jack Kornfield, After the Ecstasy, the LaundryAbout Todd Smith Todd Smith is the founder of True Inner Freedom, a longtime facilitator of The Work of Byron Katie, and a lifelong meditator. He helps highly sensitive people move beyond fear, people-pleasing, and overthinking to confidence, clarity, and connection.Spread the wordIf this episode helped, share it with one HSP in your life. Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple/Spotify so more folks can find the show.Join the Fully Mindful Community: ✨ Subscribe & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps others find the show!✨ Stay Connected: Follow @the_fully_mindful on Instagram for mindfulness tips, breathwork insights, and more!✨ Free Breathwork Sessions: Email me at info@thefully.mindful.com to get signed up for your first session for free of my monthly Unwind Your Mind session.

Chronic illnesses are deeply intertwined with our emotions! In this episode Dr. Motley chats with Lorrie Rivers, a best-selling co-author with Deepak Chopra and Wayne Dyer, dedicated to helping individuals take control of their own health by addressing root causes of chronic conditions. Lorrie and Dr. Motley dive headlong into the ins and outs of addressing symptoms of chronic illnesses like Long Covid, how the physical and emotional influence each other, and how trauma in our genetic past can sometimes be a piece of the puzzle.  Lorrie Rivers' 4 Root Causes of Chronic Illness: →Toxins →Infections: Parasites, Lyme, EBV and more →The state of our nervous system →Our environment Books Mentioned:  Loving What Is by Byron Katie: https://shorturl.at/ywm6N When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chodron https://shorturl.at/ujOrG How Emotions Are Made by Lisa Feldman Barrett: https://shorturl.at/Luo3d Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. ------  Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  Follow Lorrie Rivers!  https://www.instagram.com/lorrierivers lorrieriversholistic.com ------ * If you're a health coach looking to advise parents and families, or even if you're a hardcore health nerd who wants to dive deeper and take advantage of ALL Doctor Motley's clinical experience, he has a membership to help you get the most out of your health and help the people you love. Check it out for free for 15 days: doctormotley.com/15 *If you want to work with Dr. Motley virtually, you can book a discovery call with his team here: https://drmotleyconsulting.com/schedule-1333-7607 * Enjoy mineral replenishment in a shot glass. Head to beamminerals.com/DRMOTLEY and use code DRMOTLEY for 20% off!

In this episode, we explore self-inquiry through Ashlee's deeply personal story, which dates back to when she was twelve years old doing yard work with her dad. Feeling oppressed and stuck in that situation, Ashlee reflects on how those childhood emotions linger into her present as mother of a twelve-year-old daughter. The anger she is holding toward her father becomes a focal point as we move through the four questions and turnarounds of The Work, examining the thoughts that create her perceptions of their relationship. Join us as we navigate through these father-daughter dynamics and learn how to end our suffering. Get still, open your mind, and together let's do The Work! (Part 1 of 2)   To catch Byron Katie live every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom, register here: athomewithbyronkatie.com

Renee Troughton: From Lower-Order to Higher-Order Values in Scrum Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. "If you, as a senior leader, demonstrate vulnerability, it creates real magic in an organization where others can open up and be their authentic self." Renee defines success for Scrum Masters through deeply human values: integrity, holding her truth, being compassionately authentic, caring, open, honest, listening, and vulnerable. She emphasizes that vulnerability as a senior leader creates transformative magic in organizations, allowing others to bring their authentic selves to work. Drawing on Byron Katie's "Loving What Is" and Frederick Laloux's "Reinventing Organizations," Renee explains that many corporate organizations focus on lower-order values like results and performance, while more autonomous organizations prioritize higher-order values rooted in the heart. When having conversations with people, Renee connects with them as human beings first—not rushing to business if someone is struggling personally. Success means seeing people completely for who they are, not as resources to be changed or leveraged. The foundation for collaboration, empowerment, and autonomy is trust, respect, and safety. Renee emphasizes that without these fundamental values in place, everything else implodes. She demonstrates how vulnerability, active listening, and accepting people where they are creates the fertile ground for successful teams and organizations. Self-reflection Question: Do you demonstrate vulnerability as a leader, creating space for others to bring their authentic selves to work, or do you hide behind a professional facade that prevents genuine human connection? Featured Retrospective Format for the Week: Themed Retrospectives (Monopoly, Sports, Current Events) "It gave a freshness to it. And it gave almost like a livelihood or a joyfulness to it as an activity as well." Renee recommends themed retrospectives like the Monopoly Retro or sports-themed formats that use current events or cultural references (aka metaphor retrospectives). While working at a consultancy, they would theme retrospectives every week around different topics—football, news events, or various scenarios—using collages of pictures showing different emotions (upset, angry, happy). Team members would identify with feelings and reframe their week within the theme's context, such as "it was a rough game" or "we didn't score enough goals." The brilliance of this approach is covering the same retrospective questions while bringing freshness, creativity, and joyfulness to the activity. These metaphorical formats allow teams to verbalize things that aren't easily expressible in structured formats, triggering different perspectives and creative thinking. The format stays consistent while feeling completely new, maintaining engagement while avoiding retrospective fatigue. [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

Title: Open Inquiry: “I Don't Want to Hear Bad News” — The Work of Byron Katie with Grace Bell Join Grace Bell for an open inquiry meditation based on The Work of Byron Katie. In this heartfelt group session, participants explore everyday stressful thoughts — fears about bad news, asking for what we need, protecting loved ones, and finding work. Grace guides the group through the four questions and turnarounds of The Work, inviting compassion for the mind, gentle awareness of triggers, and freedom from believing our thoughts.

Renee Troughton: The Hidden Cost of Constant Restructuring in Agile Organizations Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. "Trust and safety are the most fundamental foundations of a team to perform. And so you are just breaking the core of teams when you're doing this." Renee challenges us to look beyond team dysfunction and examine the "dirty little secrets" in organizations—leadership-driven anti-patterns that destroy team performance. She reveals a cyclical pattern of constant restructuring that occurs every six months in many organizations, driven by leaders who avoid difficult performance management conversations and instead force people through redundancy rounds. This creates a cascade of fear, panic, and victim mindset throughout the organization. Beyond restructuring, Renee identifies other destructive patterns including the C-suite shuffle (where new CEOs bring in their own teams, cascading change throughout the organization) and the insourcing/outsourcing swings that create chaos over 5-8 year cycles. These high-level decisions drain productivity for months as teams storm and reform, losing critical knowledge and breaking the trust and safety that are fundamental for high performance. Renee emphasizes that as Agile coaches and Scrum Masters, we often don't feel empowered to challenge these decisions, yet they represent the biggest drain on organizational productivity. Self-reflection Question: Have you identified the cyclical organizational anti-patterns in your workplace, and do you have the courage to raise these systemic issues with senior leadership? Featured Book of the Week: Loving What Is by Byron Katie "It teaches you around how to reframe your thoughts in the day-to-day life, to assess them in a different light than you would normally perceive them to be." Renee recommends "Loving What Is" by Byron Katie as an essential tool for Scrum Master introspection. This book teaches practical techniques for reframing thoughts and recognizing that problems we perceive "out there" are often internal framing issues. Katie's method, called "The Work," provides a worksheet-based approach to introspection that helps identify when our perceptions create unnecessary suffering. Renee also highlights Marshall Rosenberg's "Nonviolent Communication" as a companion book, which uses language to tap into underlying emotions and needs. Both books offer practical, actionable techniques for self-knowledge—a critical skill for anyone in the Scrum Master role. The journey these books provide leads to inner peace through understanding that many challenges stem from how we internally frame situations rather than external reality. We have many episodes on NVC, Nonviolent Communication, which you can dive into and learn from experienced practitioners.  [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

This week's episode begins by asking the question: Can you absolutely know that it's true that suffering is necessary? It's an interesting question, because it seems like it must be true. If suffering wasn't necessary, why would we experience it? It can be easy on the so-called spiritual path to wear suffering like a badge of honour, and it certainly is a powerful teacher. But does that make it necessary to hold onto? And furthermore, does believing that thought actually help us to get free? Or does it send us into an endless loop of discomfort followed by “dealing with it” or “working on ourselves”? Feel free to follow along with your own work as this line of questioning leads into some powerful sub-inquiries and contemplations. (Spoiler: concepts like “I have to deal with this dis-ease” and “I'm not deserving of love.”)

(Part 2 of 2) In this episode, we dive deep into self-inquiry as I explore workplace frustration with my guest, Anna, a gymnastics coach. Anna cares deeply about her students and wants to create the best environment for their growth and development. But she's feeling overwhelmed by the management issues at her gym, which affect her ability to lead. Join us as we use The Work of Byron Katie to examine these frustrations and discover how to end suffering in our professional lives. This conversation is not just about gymnastics, but about personal growth and the importance of an open mind in overcoming challenges.   To catch Byron Katie live every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom, register here: athomewithbyronkatie.com

In this episode, we dive deep into self-inquiry as I explore workplace frustration with my guest, Anna, a gymnastics coach. Anna cares deeply about her students and wants to create the best environment for their growth and development. But she's feeling overwhelmed by the management issues at her gym, which affect her ability to lead. Join us as we use The Work of Byron Katie to examine these frustrations and discover how to end suffering in our professional lives. This conversation is not just about gymnastics, but about personal growth and the importance of an open mind in overcoming challenges. (Part 1 of 2)   To catch Byron Katie live every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom, register here: athomewithbyronkatie.com