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Go to https://kachava.com and use code HSP. New customers get twenty dollars off an order of two bags or more, January 1st through 31st! In February 2014, Aspen socialite Nancy Pfister was discovered murdered in the closet of her mountainside home, sending shockwaves through one of America's most exclusive communities. This is a case of wealth, betrayal, a shocking confession, and lingering questions that remain unanswered to this day. Three people were arrested, but were any of them telling the truth about what happened that night? TW: SuicideIf you are in crisis, please call, text or chat with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988, or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.If you're outside the U.S., you can visit an international helpline directory such as ‘Find a Helpline' at findahelpline.com, where you can search for free, confidential support in your country. Subscribe on Patreon to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society and enjoy ad-free listening, monthly bonus content, merch discounts and more. Members of our High Council on Patreon also have access to our weekly after-show, Footnotes, where I share my case file with our producer, Matt. You can also enjoy many of these same perks, including ad-free listening and bonus content when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts . Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the episode this week: Nate had a no pants meeting and Aaron pimps the new app. Also, you can come to new comer meetings, again. Nate and Aaron talk to Mike Vaughn. Mike is a counselor and works for Bethesda Workshops. Bethesda is a non profit in Nashville, TN that has intensives for sex, porn, and betrayal trauma. They are also working on a workshops for teens, both online and in person. Mike is sharing his knowledge and experience to help us understand highly sensitive people (HSP). It is estimated that over 20% of the world population are high sensing. Mike uses the acrostic DOES(S) to define HSP and how to support yourself or others. HSP is a temperament, not something to be corrected or healed. Mike also reminds us that the way to recover is to do the thing which you are most afraid to do, which is being connected to others in community. Links: Highly Sensitive Person Test Bethesda Workshops High Sensing NEW Samson Community App (Apple store) NEW Samson Community App (Google Store) June 5-7, 2026 Italian/International Samson Retreat Oct 23-25, 2026 U.S. Samson Summit Send mail to: Pirate Monk Podcast/Samson House PO BOX 1656 Columbia, TN 38402 If you have thoughts or questions and you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com. The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society. For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com. The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House. hsperson.com Are You Highly Sensitive? – The Highly Sensitive Person Take this test and find out if you're a Highly Sensitive Person. Bethesda Workshops Home - Bethesda Workshops Bethesda Workshops is a Christian based sex and pornography addiction treatment organization that has helped hundreds adults and teens overcome their struggles. Aug 8th, 2023 https://bethesdaworkshops.org/ App Store Samson Community App - App Store Download Samson Community by Samson House on the App Store. See screenshots, ratings and reviews, user tips, and more games like Samson Community. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/samson-community/id6749582016 play.google.com Samson Society - Apps on Google Play Brotherhood & recovery hub https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.samsonsociety&pcampaignid=web_share
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/ If you've ever been told you're "too sensitive," "too slow to decide," or that you "read too much into things," this episode will feel like coming home. Discover how one of the most powerful traits of highly sensitive people — depth of processing — is not a flaw, but a form of inner wisdom that can transform the way you engage with life. In this episode, you'll uncover: How to recognize depth of processing in your everyday thoughts, decisions, and relationships Why this trait is often misunderstood as overthinking or indecision — and how to tell the difference Practical ways to stop apologizing for your sensitivity and start honoring your thoughtful pace Listen now to discover how your deepest trait is actually your greatest strength. 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.
207 If you've ever walked away from a conversation with your partner feeling more overwhelmed, more disconnected, or more upset than when you started — this episode is for you.In this conversation, we explore why so many well-intentioned attempts to “talk things through” actually escalate conflict instead of resolving it — especially for highly sensitive people.You'll learn what's really happening in your nervous system during moments of emotional intensity, why communication breaks down when safety drops, and the difference between processing an emotion and unintentionally ruminating in it.We'll also talk about:Why your “survival brain” hijacks conversations when you're floodedHow trying to communicate while dysregulated can create a fight–fight loopWhy timing matters more than technique when it comes to hard conversationsWhat it means to regulate first — and communicate second.This episode isn't about blaming yourself or your partner. It's about understanding the physiology underneath communication struggles — so you can stop trying to solve emotional problems at the wrong level.If you're a sensitive person who wants calmer, more honest, more connecting communication — without forcing or over-explaining — this episode will help you see your patterns with more compassion and clarity.SHOW NOTES:Learn all about and join Hannah in Foundations of Emotional Well-Being For HSPs; The Root Of a Safer Marriage and Heart here. Doors close Feb 4th, 2026. After that, price goes up forever. Find Hannah at her website: hspmarriagecoaching.com
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/program/ Have you ever had one small comment stick with you for days, leaving you emotionally drained and wondering if you're just "too sensitive"? If you're a highly sensitive person, you know how one offhand remark can hijack your peace, trigger self-doubt, and send you spiraling into days of rumination. In this episode, you'll learn why this happens—not because something is wrong with you—but because of your depth, and how to work with it instead of against it. Understand the hidden mechanism that causes emotional pain to linger longer for HSPs. Discover how to stop one triggering comment from stealing your whole weekend. Learn a powerful, proven tool to clear emotional residue and move forward in minutes—not days. Press play now to learn how to stop spinning in self-doubt and reclaim your peace with tools designed for your sensitive nervous system. 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/hsp-stress-test/ Are You Stuck in Decision Overwhelm as a Highly Sensitive Person? Feeling paralyzed by too many choices or the pressure to get everything just right? You're not alone—and there's a better way forward. In this empowering episode of Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People, you'll discover how perfectionist planning may be fueling your overwhelm, why clarity doesn't come from control, and how to make decisions with calm confidence—without overthinking everything. What you'll gain from this episode: A practical shift to help you take aligned action, even when you're not 100% sure. The surprising way to dissolve overwhelm when you're facing too many options. How to create the inner calm your nervous system needs to access real clarity. Tap into this episode now to move from mental gridlock to grounded confidence—one clear step at a time. 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/inner-work-reset/ Are You Mistaking Inner Work for Inner Performance? Have you ever felt more exhausted after meditating or journaling? Like your healing journey has become another task on your to-do list? For highly sensitive people (HSPs), personal growth tools—like reflection, meditation, or emotional processing—can slowly shift from healing practices to hidden stressors. In this episode of Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People, you'll uncover the subtle ways your inner work might be draining you instead of supporting you—and how to shift back into a space of nourishment, softness, and real self-compassion. Here's what you'll gain from this episode: Discover why HSPs are more vulnerable to "spiritual burnout" and what signs to watch for. Learn the difference between nourishing and performative inner work—and how to reset when healing becomes pressure. Explore a five-step ritual that helps you return to presence, softness, and self-trust in your personal growth journey. Listen now and learn how to make your inner work feel like home again—gentle, energizing, and aligned with your sensitive nervous system. 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 making space for grief? In this episode, I talk with Angelique Foye-Fletcher, LMFT, RPT about the quiet ache of grief and: • The many places grief shows up throughout your life • How to welcome in joy and play during times of grief • What to say and do to support others who are grieving Angelique Foye-Fletcher (she/her) is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Registered Play Therapist who helps sensitive, neurodivergent adults and caregivers heal through her four pillars of Books, Nature, Play, and Connection. An INFJ, HSP, and Enneagram 4, Angelique brings curiosity, ritual, and deep empathy into her work—often lighting incense or walking in nature as part of her own healing practice. Keep in touch with Angelique: • Website: https://foyefletchertherapy.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foyefletchertherapy • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@foyefletcherllc Resources Mentioned: • Joy Revenge book list: https://foyefletchertherapy.com/new-page • Parent/Caregiver Support: https://foyefletchertherapy.com/parentcaregiver-support-coaching • Reconnect + Rejuvenate Support: https://foyefletchertherapy.com/coachingtherapy-packages • Crying at H Mart by Michelle Zauner: https://bookshop.org/a/63892/9781984898951Thanks for listening! You can read the full show notes and sign up for my email list to get new episode announcements and other resources at: https://www.sensitivestories.comYou can also follow "SensitiveStrengths" for behind-the-scenes content plus more educational and inspirational HSP resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensitivestrengths TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sensitivestrengths Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sensitivestrengths And for more support, attend a Sensitive Sessions monthly workshop: https://www.sensitivesessions.com. Use code PODCAST for 25% off. If you have a moment, please rate and review the podcast, it helps Sensitive Stories reach more HSPs! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional. Some links are affiliate links. You are under no obligation to purchase any book, product or service. I am not responsible for the quality or satisfaction of any purchase.
Sonntag, den 01.02. um 10 Uhr findet mein kostenfreies Live-Webinar "Liebe ohne Angst - Werde ein sicherer Bindungstyp" statt. Hier kostenfrei anmelden! Hier gehts zum Selbsteinschätzungstest: Hier klicken! 30 Sekunden Zusammenfassung Hochsensibilität ist keine medizinische Diagnose – nur Selbsteinschätzung per Fragebogen. Viele verwechseln Trauma, Angststörungen oder schlechte Grenzen mit HSP. Dein Nervensystem ist chronisch überaktiviert – Selbstliebe braucht Sicherheit, aber du bist im Überlebensmodus. Keine Energie für Selbstfürsorge, nur fürs Funktionieren. Du verlierst dich in Beziehungen komplett – spürst die Bedürfnisse anderer klarer als deine eigenen, vermeidest Konflikte körperlich schmerzhaft, passt dich an bis zur Selbstaufgabe. Kein ICD-Code, keine Diagnose, nur Selbstwahrnehmung – Hochsensibilität basiert auf Fragebögen. Problem: Du kannst nicht unterscheiden zwischen HSP, Trauma und schlechten Grenzen. Regulation ist der Schlüssel, nicht Vermeidung – du brauchst keine reizarme Welt, sondern Tools für dein Nervensystem. Konflikte aushalten, Grenzen ohne Überhöhung, Intensität ohne Drama. Buche dir dein kostenfreies Erstgespräch: Fülle 7 Fragen aus und buche dir ein kostenfreies Erstgespräch zur HEARTset-Journey: Hier klicken! Kostenfreier Bindungstypentest: Bist du Eisbär, Schwan oder Pinguin? Hier klicken!
206 If you've ever read a marriage book, heard some relationship advice that seemed logical, or sat in a therapy session and thought, "Why is this so much harder for me than it seems to be for everyone else?"—there is a biological reason for that.Today we dive into what that is, and why a lot of traditional marriage advice just doesn't work for us as highly sensitive people. The truth is, most marriage advice does not take into account the HSP reality – our highly sensitive nervous systems and brains. So of course it's going to flop for us if we are not first respecting and honoring our physiological differences and needs.To expect traditional marriage advice to work for us is like expecting an orchid to bloom in a desert. It's not going to happen. So tune in to hear the top 5 popular pieces of advice that fail us sensitives, and what actually works instead – all illustrated with HSP-resonant nature analogies (sometimes some good old garden metaphors can really clear things up!)By the end of this episode, you're going to understand why, to thrive in your relationship, you don't need to try harder at traditional marriage advice's top down approach – like communicating with specific phrases– and that nourishing your sensitive system at the root level is what will make the biggest difference–and make the rest come quite naturally. What does that mean? Tune in to find out. SHOW NOTES:Learn all about and join Hannah in Foundations of Emotional Well-Being For HSPs; The Root Of a Safer Marriage and Heart here. Doors close Feb 4th, 2026. After that, price goes up forever. Take the Dysregulation quiz in the episode 190, or here in written format.
Join me in this episode of SelfKind, a podcast for Highly Sensitive People, to hear 5 things the you are or love a highly sensitive person and want to understand yourself/them more clearly, I'm sharing 5 things to know about the inner experience of a HSP.In this episode of SelfKind, a podcast for highly sensitive people (HSPs), I'm sharing five things HSPs experience that you might want to know if you are or love a HSP. Listen in and see how many you relate to yourself ... or tune in to understand your loved one more clearly. You'll hear why patience and clear communication are key and hopefully understand why we need so much down time. These five key insights can help you find more compassion for yourself or the HSP you love. About your host, Erica WebbErica Webb is a registered counsellor, somatic exercise coach, yoga teacher and highly sensitive person (also diagnosed AuDHD). She supports other highly sensitive and neurodivergent people to discover their sensitivity superpowers and more confidently navigate the tricky bits of being a sensitive person in an often insensitive world.About the Podcast, SelfKindSelfKind is for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) who want to navigate the tricky bits of their sensitivity with more ease while finding their sensitivity superpowers. Here, we're all about being, living and moving through a lens of self-compassion and kindness.
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/ Are old emotional wounds quietly running your life—and draining your energy—without you even realizing it? If you're a highly sensitive person, the stress you feel might not be about what's happening now… but what's still unresolved from the past. This episode reveals why HSPs often avoid deep healing work—not out of resistance, but out of fear of overwhelm—and how you can finally begin to heal in a way that feels safe, gentle, and effective. In this episode, you'll discover: How unprocessed emotional trauma can subtly erode your confidence, relationships, and peace of mind Why traditional inner work often fails HSPs—and what actually works instead A simple, profound process to release long-held pain without re-living the trauma Tune in now to learn how to finally feel safe, seen, and free—by meeting your wounds with compassion instead of fear. 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/program/ Are You Tired of Feeling Like the Odd One Out in Social Settings? If you're a highly sensitive person who walks into a room and instantly feels like you don't belong, this episode speaks directly to you. Discover why social situations can feel overwhelming—not because you're antisocial, but because your nervous system is searching for safety where it doesn't yet exist. You're not broken—you're deep. And in a world that often rewards surface-level connection, that depth can feel isolating. But what if it's actually your superpower? In this episode, you'll uncover: The hidden belief that causes many HSPs to disconnect even when they long for connection A powerful shift that turns your sensitivity from a source of shame into a strength Why embracing your true self is the key to finally feeling like you belong Listen now to learn how to stop shrinking to fit in and start creating the kind of connection your heart has been craving. 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.
Go to https://kachava.com and use code HSP. New customers get twenty dollars off an order of two bags or more, January 1st through 31st! One of my most terrifying fears is the idea that someone is watching me without me knowing about it. Or worse, that someone is inside my home watching me without me knowing about it. If that freaks you out as well, this might be a tough episode for you. Because today we are going to tell you about one of Japan's most horrifying mysteries, but at its core was a family who got a really bad feeling that someone was watching them. TW: Child D*ath, Animal Ab*se Subscribe on Patreon to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society and enjoy ad-free listening, monthly bonus content, merch discounts and more. Members of our High Council on Patreon also have access to our weekly after-show, Footnotes, where I share my case file with our producer, Matt. You can also enjoy many of these same perks, including ad-free listening and bonus content when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts . Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/ As a highly sensitive person, you've probably noticed how your need for solitude and your craving for connection can pull you in opposite directions. One day, a quiet evening feels like a gift. The next, it feels empty. This episode helps you understand why—and what to do when your go-to recharge methods stop working. Learn the key reason solitude feels peaceful one day and hollow the next—and how to shift it. Discover the invisible factor that turns a meaningful connection into emotional overwhelm. Explore three powerful ways to create inner settledness, so you feel grounded whether you're alone or with others. Tune in now to uncover how to finally feel safe, connected, and recharged—no matter your 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.
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/whos-business-cards/ Are You Drowning in Other People's Emotions Without Realizing It? When someone you love is falling apart, do you feel like it's your job to fix it? For highly sensitive people, emotional overwhelm often isn't about being "too sensitive"—it's about crossing invisible boundaries. This episode uncovers the real reason HSPs feel drained in other people's crises and shows you how to stay grounded without disconnecting. In this episode, you'll discover: The surprising truth about why helping others can leave you more stressed than supported A simple mental shift that instantly restores calm and clarity—even in emotional chaos The key question that immediately brings you back to your own emotional shoreline Tap play now to learn how to support others without sacrificing your own 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.
So many people discover they're HSPs later in life. This quick free test helps you understand yourself. https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/ If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), navigating relationships where mutual respect is missing can feel like emotional freefall. This episode explores why encounters with narcissistic individuals are so destabilizing—and how they can unexpectedly lead you to a place of deeper self-trust and inner strength. In this eye-opening episode, you'll discover: Why the emotional rules you live by as an HSP can leave you vulnerable to narcissistic behavior. How to move from external expectations to internal boundaries that actually protect you. The powerful shift that happens when you stop trying to be "good" and start being true to yourself. Listen now to learn how painful interactions can become portals to personal power and unshakable clarity. 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.
So many people discover they're HSPs later in life. This quick free test helps you understand yourself. Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/program/ If you're a highly sensitive person who constantly questions your own needs, this episode may reveal a truth you've been avoiding — that your self-doubt is quietly draining your confidence. In a world that praises stoicism and "going with the flow," highly sensitive people often suppress their needs just to keep the peace. But what if your sensitivity isn't a flaw — it's your strength? In this episode of Self-Compassion Wednesdays, you'll explore how ignoring your needs creates internal stress and learn how to reclaim your self-trust without feeling dramatic or high-maintenance. What you'll walk away with: A deep understanding of how self-suppression erodes your confidence as an HSP A mindset shift that reframes your needs as wisdom, not weakness Practical ways to stop apologizing and start honoring your nervous system Listen now and start building a life that supports who you truly are — instead of shrinking yourself to fit into someone else's comfort zone. 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.
Do you feel disconnected from your true self? In this episode, I talk with Giulietta Madrigal-Pingol, CST, LMFT about finding your authentic self through myth and archetypes and: • What myths can teach you about healing and acceptance of all your parts • Finding stories from popular culture or your own lineage to feel less alone • Surviving a dark night of the soul through introspection Giulietta is a licensed therapist, certified sex therapist, HSP, and founder of Aphrodite Counseling, a practice devoted to sexual healing, deepening relationships, and embracing authenticity. She's also the host of Psyche Meets Mystic, a podcast that explores how myth, magic, and psychology can come together to support deeper healing and self-discovery. Keep in touch with Giulietta: • Website: https://www.aphroditecounseling.com Resources Mentioned: • Free Guided Persephone Meditation: http://www.psychemeetsmystic.com Thanks for listening! You can read the full show notes and sign up for my email list to get new episode announcements and other resources at: https://www.sensitivestories.comYou can also follow "SensitiveStrengths" for behind-the-scenes content plus more educational and inspirational HSP resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensitivestrengths TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sensitivestrengths Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sensitivestrengths And for more support, attend a Sensitive Sessions monthly workshop: https://www.sensitivesessions.com. Use code PODCAST for 25% off. If you have a moment, please rate and review the podcast, it helps Sensitive Stories reach more HSPs! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional. Some links are affiliate links. You are under no obligation to purchase any book, product or service. I am not responsible for the quality or satisfaction of any purchase.
So many people discover they're HSPs later in life. This quick free test helps you understand yourself. https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/ Ever wonder why your New Year's resolutions feel overwhelming just days into January—even when you're genuinely excited about them? If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), traditional goal-setting approaches might be doing more harm than good. While everyone else is charging into the new year, you might already be feeling drained, second-guessing your plans, or wondering why you can't keep up. It's not you—it's the pressure, urgency, and misalignment baked into how we're taught to plan. Uncover the hidden societal and emotional pressures that make resolutions especially stressful for HSPs. Learn a gentler, more sustainable approach to planning that supports your nervous system and honors your natural rhythms. Discover how to shift from urgency and perfectionism to alignment and clarity—with one grounded next step. Press play to discover how to start your year with more balance, inner trust, and ease 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.
Get the Criticism Unhook Journal, a simple 4‑question reset to help HSPs regain clarity and calm after criticism lands hard. https://trueinnerfreedom.com/perfectionism-unhook-journal/ (Note, the link above will work even though I said it wrong in the episode.) If just one comment can spiral you into self-doubt, shame, or perfectionism—this episode will change how you see criticism forever. As a Highly Sensitive Person, it's not just the content of feedback that stings—it's what it threatens inside you. In this episode, Todd Smith dives into the unseen identity traps HSPs fall into when they feel criticized, and how these hidden patterns sabotage confidence, creativity, and emotional freedom. If you're tired of shrinking under scrutiny, this episode offers a grounded, healing perspective that will help you reclaim your inner stability. Here's what you'll take away: Why even gentle feedback can trigger shame or perfectionism in HSPs. The hidden identity you're trying to protect—and how it keeps you stuck. A powerful mindset shift that helps you receive criticism without collapsing inside. Press play now to break free from the fear of judgment and finally feel safe to be imperfect. 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.
Kickstart the New Year as we embrace 2026 through the lens of love-inspired New Year's resolutions. Dive into reflections from Bonnie Smith Whitehouse's 'Season of Wonder' and hear uplifting stories of simple, everyday acts of love—from sharing pens and art to donning joy sweaters and making Sunday soup. Let's explore how ordinary gestures can bring more life, liberation, creation, and love into our world. Join us in walking the way of love in this special New Year's episode.Gratitude to Rev. Ellen Corcella for her support of HSP!Book References:Seasons of Wonder by Bonnie Smith Whitehouse - at InstagramCrone Zone by Nina Bargiel - Slack Mistress at InstagramPlaces to Visit:The Plaza Restaurant Bough and Bend FloralFirst Presbyterian Church of Warren, PASend Tara a Text MessageSupport the showRev. Tara Lamont Eastman is a pastor, podcaster and host of Holy Shenanigans since September of 2020. Eastman combines her love of ministry with her love of writing, music and visual arts. She is a graduate of Wartburg Theological Seminary's Theological Education for Emerging Ministry Program and the Youth and Theology Certificate Program at Princeton Seminary. She has served in various ministry and pastoral roles over the last thirty years in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of America). She is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Warren Pennsylvania. She has presented workshops on the topics of faith and creativity at the Wild Goose Festival. She is a trainer for Soul Shop Suicide Prevention for Church Communities.
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at Add Lead Magnet Link to top of show notes: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/ Do you ever feel guilty for resting, constantly attune to others' moods, or find yourself apologizing for simply having needs? As we look ahead to 2026, now is the perfect time for highly sensitive people to stop carrying what no longer serves them—and start choosing themselves. In this powerful Self-Compassion Wednesday episode, Todd Smith gets deeply honest about three subtle but draining habits he's leaving behind—and why every HSP should consider doing the same. You'll learn how these patterns show up in daily life, why they're so hard to let go of, and a gentle, effective process for setting yourself free from them. You'll Discover: Why proving your worth through productivity is a trap for HSPs—and how to break free. The hidden cost of over-attuning to others' emotions and how to stay in your own lane. How apologizing for your needs leads to self-erasure—and what reclaiming your space really looks like. Press play now to begin releasing what drains you and reclaim the inner freedom you deserve. 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.
Go to https://kachava.com and use code HSP. New customers get twenty dollars off an order of two bags or more, January 1st through 31st! This week, we're exploring three of the world's most haunted castles—and the dark histories that made them that way. At Windsor Castle in England, we'll encounter the ghost of a beheaded king who appears whole. In Austria's Moosham Castle, we explore the only male dominated witch trials. And finally, we visit Himeji Castle in Japan to meet Okiku, the servant girl whose ghost inspired one of the most iconic images in horror. TW: Mentions of possible s*icide, descriptions of t*rture Subscribe on Patreon to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society and enjoy ad-free listening, monthly bonus content, merch discounts and more. Members of our High Council on Patreon also have access to our weekly after-show, Footnotes, where I share my case file with our producer, Matt. You can also enjoy many of these same perks, including ad-free listening and bonus content when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts . Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
205 Why does unhappiness and irritation so often sneak into even the most loving marriages? Usually, it's through the silent killer of connection: non-acceptance.In this episode, we're diving deep into the "Acceptance Switch"—that internal shift that moves us from judging our partner's flaws to making peace with their full, messy, human selves. I share the raw truth about my two marriages: how a lack of acceptance created a cycle of shame and distance in my first, and how consciously choosing to perceive my second husband's "shortcomings" through the lens of acceptance has unlocked a level of joy and playfulness I never thought possible.We also explore:The Cultural Root of Intolerance: Why society has conditioned us to reject our partners full selves, including moods and behaviors.The "Human Inheritance": Understanding that your partner's frustrating patterns aren't personal—they are often a genetic and cultural "ball and chain" they didn't choose.The Growth Paradox: Why true growth and change in a relationship only happen after you've established a foundation of radical safety through acceptance.Acceptance vs. Tolerance: Why accepting someone's humanity is the opposite of being a "pushover."To help you kick off the year with a heart-centered reset, I'm walking you through a New Year Acceptance Process. We'll unpack the "stories" we tell ourselves about our partners and learn how to see through the fog of expectations to find the sweetness that's been there all along.Stop fighting your partner's humanness and start reaping the gifts of making peace with who your partner really is.SHOW NOTES:Join Hannah for private 1:1 Marriage Coaching, and get her deep, super individualized support to make your marriage more full of security, connection, love, and mutual support than ever. Get started here. See her on-demand relationship courses for HSPs here.FREE QUIZ: How Much is High Sensitivity Impacting Your Relationship (and are you even highly sensitive)? You want to know. Because, high sensitivity has a major impact on intimate relationships – for better or worse. Take this 3 minute quiz to discover if you're highly sensitive and how deeply it's affecting you, and your happiness in your relationship. You will also get your next steps to making sure sensitivity works for your relationship, instead of against it.
Have you put yourself aside for years? In this episode, I talk with Jen Berlingo, LPC, ATR about tuning back into your inner calling and… • Emerging in midlife and unmasking to be your full self again • Looking inward to identify what needs to change • Navigating big life changes and taking one small step forward at a time • Turning your ear back inward to listen to your inner yearnings and reclaiming your true nature • Assessing whether your lifestyle supports your sensitive nervous system • Learning to assert your preferences in a world that's not built for HSPs • Stop abandoning yourself and people pleasing to make others comfortable Jen (she/her) is a midlife coach, a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Nationally Registered Art Therapist, and a master-level Reiki practitioner. After two decades of midwifing hundreds of women through life's major transitions and experiencing her own passage through a fiery midlife portal where she more fully stepped into her queer identity, she was inspired to write Midlife Emergence to accompany other women in traversing their midlife journeys. Upon its publication, Midlife Emergence reached #1 in several Amazon categories, including midlife management, divorce, LGBTQ+ memoirs, LGBTQ+ parenting and families, adulthood and aging, and self-help. Jen is also a visual artist who not only created the painting on the cover of her book, but also makes custom pieces for collectors worldwide and exhibits her fluid, abstract art locally in her beloved town of Boulder, Colorado. Keep in touch with Jen: • Website: https://jenberlingo.com • Substack: https://jenberlingo.substack.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenberlingo • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenberlingotherapy • Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/artsorceress Additional Resources: • Get support when undergoing profound transitions like midlife, divorce, or coming out later in life. Learn more + sign up for a free discovery call with Jen at https://jenberlingo.com/coaching • Midlife Emergence Book: https://jenberlingo.com/book • 100 Day Project: Thanks for listening! You can read the full show notes and sign up for my email list to get new episode announcements and other resources at: https://www.sensitivestories.comYou can also follow "SensitiveStrengths" for behind-the-scenes content plus more educational and inspirational HSP resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensitivestrengths TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sensitivestrengths Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sensitivestrengths And for more support, attend a Sensitive Sessions monthly workshop: https://www.sensitivesessions.com. Use code PODCAST for 25% off. If you have a moment, please rate and review the podcast, it helps Sensitive Stories reach more HSPs! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional. Some links are affiliate links. You are under no obligation to purchase any book, product or service. I am not responsible for the quality or satisfaction of any purchase.
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/program/ Have you ever felt ashamed for needing earplugs just to get through a store—like you're broken for reacting to things others seem to handle with ease? If you're a highly sensitive person, everyday environments like Walmart or Target can feel like battlegrounds. But the real struggle isn't just the sensory overload—it's the invisible weight of shame and self-judgment that follows you around. This episode dives into why your sensitivity isn't the problem… but what you believe about it is. Learn why HSP tools like earplugs can quietly trigger shame—and how to stop apologizing for using them. Discover the true cost of comparing yourself to others who seem to "handle more" and how it drains your energy. Shift your mindset from seeing your sensitivity as a flaw to embracing it as a strength that deserves protection, not hiding. Press play now to learn how to stop shrinking your life out of shame and start living on your own terms with confidence, clarity, and 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.
Written as a flow of consciousness one night after a train home late from Truro. Straight out, a few mins.The words from a commuter about papier-mâché ... led to a poem, a glued-together observation on certain relationships perhaps...No intention, no 'thinking' really, just a flow..- and the surreal yet everyday noticing - of a man and his box of 'Finest Medjool Dates'...and another man incessently curling and uncurling a sticker around a metal bar between Redruth and St Erth Stations. * apologies for the loudness of the music in the beginning x.........................................................................................................** - please see the donate button on 'Buy me a coffee' as so happy to find out about this! Any contributions towards coffees, poetry books and bird seed :)... (& of course the podcast/audio recording/editing costs!) gratefully received x...........................................................................................................................................Please see more artwork, articles and info at www.rowenascotney.com Artwork by Rowena ScotneyMusic by Chad Crouch 'Soft Driver' Episode cover - photo of the train at Truro stationPodcast cover - 'Garden Robin' - feltingSupport the show
So many people discover they're HSPs later in life. This quick free test helps you understand yourself. https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/ Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and burned out before the year even begins? If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), stress often hits sooner and harder—but what if 2026 could be the year you finally work with your sensitivity instead of against it? In this episode, Todd Smith reveals how your sensitivity isn't a weakness, but actually your greatest tool for early intervention and lasting inner peace. In this episode, you'll discover: Why your sensitivity is actually your nervous system's secret early-warning system—and how to use it to prevent burnout. Three stress-reducing practices that align with your HSP nature, including the underrated power of intentional rest. A fresh approach to planning 2026 that prioritizes your nervous system's needs—before stress sets in. Press play now to learn how to make 2026 the year your nervous system finally feels supported and your stress starts to melt away. 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/joy-pressure/ Is Your Passion Fueling You — or Silently Draining You? What if the joy you once felt for your creative work has been quietly replaced by pressure and perfectionism? In this episode of Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People, we explore how passion can subtly morph into performance anxiety—and how to reconnect with the reason you started in the first place. If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), you know what it's like to care deeply about your work. But when your worth gets tangled up in the outcome, your creativity starts to feel like a burden rather than a gift. This episode is a gentle yet powerful reminder that your value is not defined by how perfect your work appears—but by the joy it brings you. Listen in to discover: The invisible moment when healthy passion turns into toxic perfectionism—and how to spot it. Why tying your worth to results silently kills your motivation. A simple mindset shift that can bring back the lightness, freedom, and fun in your creative life. Hit play now and rediscover how to create from joy—not pressure. 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.
Midvinternattens köld är hård,speciellt om man lider av HSP!I detta julavsnitt av Bakom Ryggen tar vi oss Åsa Vikman från kontot Orkidébarn som sätter diagnosen HSP på allt som rör sig. God jul
As 2025 comes to a close, Alissa shares a reflective and personal episode about endings, rebirth, and learning how to live in true alignment, especially as a Highly Sensitive Person.This year held profound milestones and massive shifts: signing a book deal, welcoming a new baby after pregnancy loss, navigating postpartum life while writing a book, and feeling the internal pull to realign how she shows up creatively and professionally.Alissa also shares what's been lighting her up lately, from writing long-form essays on Substack to witnessing the depth, courage, and growth happening inside the Not Too Sensitive Club. At the heart of this conversation is a powerful reminder: alignment isn't about forcing consistency. It's about listening closely to what feels true now.In this episode, you'll hear:Reflections on the major personal and professional shifts of 2025What it's been like writing a book while postpartum and raising two young childrenWhy Substack has become a creative home for deeper, slower, more meaningful connectionHow the Not Too Sensitive Club supports identity, growth, and living as your future selfWhy Highly Sensitive People are uniquely suited for this next era of depth, authenticity, and connectionThe intuition-led decision to pause and reimagine the podcast before returning in 2026Follow Alissa on Substack: https://substack.com/@lifebyalissa Uncover your sneaky internal belief that's stopping you from being your most confident self TAKE The FREE Shadow Archetype Quiz NOWLearn my 6-step process for managing & neutralizing your triggers as an HSP in our FREE UN-Botherable Workshop!Join the Not Too Sensitive Club
In this solo episode, I open up about the unexpected connection between being a deep feeler and living life in performance mode. From my personal story of burnout and relationship misalignment to the experiences of my clients, I unpack how sensitivity, rejection, and the need for deep connection can drive us to overwork, people-please, and push ourselves beyond our limits. If you're a high-achieving, highly sensitive person who still feels unfulfilled no matter how much you accomplish — this episode is for you. Together, we explore what it really means to meet your core needs, and how aligning with your true essence creates more success, ease, and joy.Connect with me:❥Softening into self- 3 month 1:1 with Whats App Support:https://marina-yt.mykajabi.com/offers/PAWQhZHu❥❥1:1 Coaching with me: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWcZM5s9c2OjOLwoGMI5jE6rh_JAzjN2d_vCtuVe7e3pVGxw/viewform❥❥❥Stay or Go Course: https://marinayt.com/stay-or-go ❥❥❥❥ FREE RESOURCE: a step-by-step process of working with your triggersTRIGGERED TO ROOTED: A ROADMAP TO CREATE TREASURES FROM YOUR TRIGGERSThis powerful step by step process will walk you through how to somatically move through a trigger, ground yourself, allow the emotions to come up and experience massive growth in your lifeDownload here: https://marinayt.com/trigger-2-rootedFollow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/marina.y.t Subscribe to YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@marinatriner Top Episode Quotes:"Being highly sensitive and a deep feeler is challenging — but ignoring it costs you your fulfillment.""Your satisfaction doesn't come from performing, it comes from depth, vulnerability, and being seen.""We perform to feel worthy, but that survival pattern blocks us from the connection we actually crave.""You're not ‘too much' — you've just been giving your empathy and energy to people who don't return it.""True success doesn't require you to abandon yourself — it comes when you come back to who you are."deep feeler podcast, high achiever burnout, somatic healing, nervous system regulation, emotional sensitivity, trauma healing, authentic living, personal transformation, inner child work, somatic coaching, performance trauma, HSP podcast, inner healing, overachiever anxiety, emotional healing podcast
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/ Are You Using Your Sensitivity Against Yourself—or for Deep Healing? If you're a highly sensitive person who feels like stress builds up faster for you than others, you're not imagining it—and you're not broken. In fact, your sensitivity might be your greatest asset when it comes to finding lasting relief. In this episode, you'll learn why HSPs reach overwhelm more quickly and how your heightened awareness and emotional depth are actually the keys to your healing. You'll shift from blaming your sensitivity to harnessing it for inner calm and balance. Here's what you'll take away from today's episode: Why sensitivity causes stress to build—but only when it's turned outward. The built-in healing intelligence most HSPs never tap into. Simple ways to redirect your sensitivity inward for real-time stress prevention. Discover how to transform overwhelm into inner freedom—press play and start healing stress at its root. 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/program/ Why Is Letting Go So Hard—Even When You Know It's Time? If you're a highly sensitive person who keeps replaying painful moments in your mind, no matter how much you try to let go, this episode is for you. Discover the hidden reason your mind won't stop looping old conversations, why holding things in quietly drains your energy and clarity, and how emotional residue may be keeping you stuck in stress and tension. In this episode, you'll learn: The surprising role emotional residue plays in your inability to "just move on" How your body stores stress—even from years ago—and how to recognize the signs A powerful shift that helps dissolve emotional weight without force or willpower Press play to finally understand what's really keeping you stuck—and how to feel lighter, clearer, and free inside your own skin. 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/hsp-stress-test/ Are you wired differently—and could that be your hidden superpower? If you've ever felt overwhelmed by bright lights, intense emotions, or even your own thoughts, you might be one of the 20% of people with a highly sensitive nervous system. But what if your sensitivity isn't a flaw—but a map to inner freedom? In this episode, you'll uncover: The four defining traits of being a highly sensitive person and why they matter. What cutting-edge neuroscience reveals about the HSP brain and how it processes the world. Practical, real-life strategies to avoid overwhelm and thrive with sensitivity—not in spite of it. Press play now to discover how embracing your HSP traits can lead to greater balance, clarity, and connection in your life. 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.
Go to https://kachava.com and use code HSP for 15% off your next order. What happens when beloved holiday entertainment crosses the line? From Disney's The Santa Clause hiding adult Easter eggs that horrified parents, to the 1997 Macy's Day Parade disaster NBC tried to erase, to Vincent Price's final grief-stricken performance that Disney deemed "unusable". These aren't just missing tapes; they're pieces of holiday history someone decided we shouldn't remember. TW: Graphic Description of injury Subscribe on Patreon to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society and enjoy ad-free listening, monthly bonus content, merch discounts and more. Members of our High Council on Patreon also have access to our weekly after-show, Footnotes, where I share my case file with our producer, Matt. You can also enjoy many of these same perks, including ad-free listening and bonus content when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts . Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Alissa gets real about one of the biggest struggles Highly Sensitive People face: the constant overthinking, analyzing, and self-editing that comes from worrying what others might be thinking.She breaks down how this pattern can quietly run your life—influencing your choices, your boundaries, your energy, and even your self-worth— and why learning to unhook from other people's perceptions is essential for emotional freedom.Through personal stories and client experiences, Alissa explores why sensitive, empathetic people often end up shapeshifting, people-pleasing, and abandoning themselves in order to feel liked or safe, and what needs to change in order to stop that cycle for good.In this episode, you'll hear:The difference between healthy empathy and self-erasing empathyWhy HSPs often feel responsible for how others reactHow obsessing over others' perception slowly erodes your self-worthWhy shapeshifting to be liked never creates real connectionThe two core skills that free HSPs from external validation trapsWhat it looks like to feel safe being judged, misunderstood, or dislikedUncover your sneaky internal belief that's stopping you from being your most confident self TAKE The FREE Shadow Archetype Quiz NOWLearn my 6-step process for managing & neutralizing your triggers as an HSP in our FREE UN-Botherable Workshop!Join the Not Too Sensitive Club
Are you burning out trying to do all the things you're supposed to? In this episode, I talked with Maegan Megginson, LMFT, LPC about unhooking from expectations and finding new ways to be of service to yourself and:• Grieving the life you imagined you would have before discovering that you're highly sensitive • Experimenting with changes to feel more comfortable with yourself, in your relationships, and at work • Setting boundaries around giving and receiving empathy • Tending to yourself first by asking the questions, “have I been invited?” and “do I have the energy to offer support?” • Finding new ways of being of service to yourself and unhooking from overgiving and overfunctioning • Shifting the rules of how you work at the first sign of burnout • Integrating the personal and professional parts of yourself to find more balance and healing Maegan Megginson is a Licensed Therapist and Business Mentor on a mission to help business owners recover from burnout and reignite their vision for their work and their lives by blending the emotional, psychological, and spiritual elements we need to become deeply rested and wildly successful. Keep in touch with Maegan: • Website: https://maeganmegginson.com Resources Mentioned: • Recover From Burnout is a free 10-day email series that will help you feel better without adding tasks to your to-do list or buying another helpful tool you'll never use. Sign up here: https://maeganmegginson.com/recover-from-burnout• Free Sabbatical Toolkit walks you through how to plan a month-long sabbatical with care, clarity, and realistic preparation. Includes an audio mini-course, planning roadmap, financial worksheet, and sabbatical blueprints to help you design time off that's genuinely restorative. Get started here: http://www.youneedasabbatical.com/toolkit Thanks for listening! You can read the full show notes and sign up for my email list to get new episode announcements and other resources at: https://www.sensitivestories.comYou can also follow "SensitiveStrengths" for behind-the-scenes content plus more educational and inspirational HSP resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensitivestrengths TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sensitivestrengths Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sensitivestrengths And for more support, attend a Sensitive Sessions monthly workshop: https://www.sensitivesessions.com. Use code PODCAST for 25% off. If you have a moment, please rate and review the podcast, it helps Sensitive Stories reach more HSPs! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional. Some links are affiliate links. You are under no obligation to purchase any book, product or service. I am not responsible for the quality or satisfaction of any purchase.
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/alignment-inventory/ Why Do You Still Feel Burnt Out Even After Resting? If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP) who keeps hitting burnout despite your best efforts to rest and recharge, this episode holds the missing piece you've been looking for. You might be trying all the right things—setting boundaries, practicing self-care, getting more sleep—but still feel chronically drained. That lingering fatigue and emotional disconnection could be the result of a deeper issue: quiet misalignments between your inner values and your outer life. And until those subtle stressors are addressed, the cycle of burnout is bound to repeat. In this episode, you'll learn: Why even small "shoulds" in your schedule can quietly drain your energy as an HSP The real reason surface-level stress fixes often don't work—and what to do instead How to identify and shift the five hidden misalignments quietly contributing to your burnout Discover how to stop managing symptoms and finally reclaim your natural energy by uncovering what's really out of sync. Tune in now and start feeling like yourself again. 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 Missing the Love That's Already There? What if the feelings of being unloved or unimportant in your relationship aren't coming from your partner — but from a deeper emotional wound you're carrying? Highly sensitive people (HSPs) often find themselves overwhelmed in relationships, misreading signals, or feeling unseen. This episode shines a compassionate light on one of the quietest, yet most painful reasons why that happens — and how it's entirely possible to shift your experience from the inside out. In this Strategy Friday episode, you'll discover: The hidden heart wound many HSPs carry — and how it quietly distorts your ability to receive love. The subtle signs of "care distortion" and why people-pleasing, resentment, or emotional shutdown may actually be signs of self-doubt, not relationship failure. Practical, healing strategies to reconnect with your worth, shift your patterns, and finally feel the love — from your partner and yourself. Listen now and take the first step to feeling more seen, loved, and emotionally safe in your relationship — no matter what your partner is doing. 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/program/ Are the things that light you up quietly burning you out? As a highly sensitive person, your passion and curiosity are your superpowers—but when everything feels exciting, even the good stuff can turn into a hidden source of stress. If you're drowning in inspiring ideas, open browser tabs, and half-finished dreams, you're not alone—and you're not broken. In this episode, you'll learn: Why "good stress" from exciting ideas can feel just as overwhelming as traditional stressors How scattered curiosity fragments your energy and blocks your depth as an HSP A counterintuitive approach to filter your focus without sacrificing your creativity or ambition Listen now to reclaim your calm, protect your energy, and fall back in love with your inspired mind—without letting it run the show. 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's episode is a gentle reminder for all of us: you're doing more than you realize, and it's okay to acknowledge it.
In this insightful episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters welcomes Todd Smith—renowned podcaster and expert in stress management for highly sensitive people (HSPs). Todd shares his profound wisdom on navigating life as an HSP, highlighting the importance of inner work, emotional resilience, and practical strategies for managing stress in a highly sensitive world. Todd explains how self-inquiry, inspired by Byron Katie, can unlock true inner freedom by helping us question limiting thoughts and beliefs. Through personal anecdotes and professional guidance, he illustrates how reflection, journaling, and self-exploration can transform negativity into positivity, leading to emotional balance and empowerment. Listeners will gain valuable insights into: • Understanding high sensitivity and its impact on daily life • Practical steps for achieving emotional balance and resilience • The role of self-inquiry in cultivating inner peace • How reflection and journaling strengthen self-awareness • The importance of community and support for HSPs Todd's message is clear: by embracing sensitivity as a strength and committing to inner work, highly sensitive people can thrive with grace and confidence. His approach offers practical tools for transforming stress into empowerment, making this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking peace and resilience. 00:00 Introduction: Awakening Hearts 00:45 Meet Todd Smith: Stress Management Expert 01:04 Understanding High Sensitivity 03:05 Inner Freedom: The Power of Self-Inquiry 05:03 Navigating Social Sensitivities 06:58 Practical Steps for Emotional Balance 12:29 The Role of Reflection and Journaling 17:49 Partnering in Inner Work 21:46 Encouraging Self-Exploration 36:25 Transforming Negativity into Positivity 41:20 Conclusion: Finding Sacred Ground Website https://trueinnerfreedom.com Social media links / hspstressmanagement / hspcoachtodd Keywords included: Todd Smith, Dead America Podcast, Ed Watters, highly sensitive people, HSP stress management, emotional resilience, inner work, self-inquiry, Byron Katie, reflection, journaling, self-exploration, emotional balance, empowerment, sensitivity as strength, stress relief strategies #empowerment #reflection #self-exploration
This week's episode is a little different in the best way!Alissa is sharing a raw, unfiltered audio drop straight from Lucky Girl Radio, the private chat inside The Not Too Sensitive Club where she opens up about her personal growth, lived experiences, and the inner work she's navigating in real time.In this behind-the-scenes glimpse, Alissa explores what it looks like to improve yourself from a place of self-acceptance rather than shame. She shares a recent real-life moment where she noticed a part of herself she wants to strengthen, and how she lovingly coached herself through it without spiraling into “what's wrong with me?” energy.What You'll LearnWhat it looks like to adopt a true growth mindset as a highly sensitive personWhy self-improvement rooted in shame keeps you stuckHow to notice growth opportunities without making them mean something negative about youA real-life example of Alissa catching an old pattern, and choosing a different responseThe difference between “I have something to work on” and “something is wrong with me”Uncover your sneaky internal belief that's stopping you from being your most confident self TAKE The FREE Shadow Archetype Quiz NOWLearn my 6-step process for managing & neutralizing your triggers as an HSP in our FREE UN-Botherable Workshop!Join the Not Too Sensitive Club
Do you feel overwhelmed and underappreciated at work? In this episode, I talk with Melody Wilding, LMSW about trusting yourself at work and: • Balancing the strengths and liabilities of being what Melody calls a “Sensitive Striver” • Trusting your intuition as a valuable source of information • The key to speaking up in meetings starts by building relationships and taking care of your nervous system before the meeting • Living with an honor roll hangover from your school days and how that could be contributing to burnout as an adult in the workplace • Why overperforming and perfectionism often harm your chances of advancement at work • Strategies for setting boundaries at work and what to say when you've overcommitted• Creating a “me manual” to help you communicate how you work best while establishing reciprocal relationships with your supervisors Melody is the best-selling author of Trust Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work. Named one of Business Insider's Most Innovative Coaches for her groundbreaking work on “Sensitive Strivers,” her clients include CEOs, C-level executives, and managers at top Fortune 500 companies such as Google, Amazon, and JP Morgan, among others. Melody has been featured in The New York Times and Wall Street Journal and is a contributor to Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Psychology Today, and Forbes. Melody is a licensed social worker with a masters from Columbia University and a professor of Human Behavior at Hunter College. Keep in touch with Melody: • Website: https://melodywilding.com/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melodywilding/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melodywilding/ • Facebook Community: https://melodywilding.com/community Resources Mentioned: • Get a free chapter from Melody's book, Trust Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work, here: https://melodywilding.com/chapter • Trust Yourself Book by Melody Wilding: https://bookshop.org/a/63892/9781797201962 Thanks for listening! You can read the full show notes and sign up for my email list to get new episode announcements and other resources at: https://www.sensitivestories.comYou can also follow "SensitiveStrengths" for behind-the-scenes content plus more educational and inspirational HSP resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensitivestrengths TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sensitivestrengths Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sensitivestrengths And for more support, attend a Sensitive Sessions monthly workshop: https://www.sensitivesessions.com. Use code PODCAST for 25% off. If you have a moment, please rate and review the podcast, it helps Sensitive Stories reach more HSPs! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional. Some links are affiliate links. You are under no obligation to purchase any book, product or service. I am not responsible for the quality or satisfaction of any purchase.
203 "That couple is just so in love…so much more than we are!" "How come we can't communicate like that?" "What's wrong with our relationship that my husband doesn't look at me like that?" Ever sounded like that in your head? Ever compared your relationship, or your spouse, to other couples or spouses…and then felt even more unhappy about your relationship? Clients ask me about this often. It's so common that there is a term for it: Compare and despair. Today, we are calling it Relationship Compare and Despair, since we will focus in how it affects our love lives. It's a wired-in thing our brains just do as humans, especially if we aren't totally happy in our relationships. But it hurts and disempowers us, and makes our relationships worse.So how do you stop? In this episode I will tell you, and help you turn this habit into something that, instead of making things harder, can help your marriage get better.You will also learn what is driving the despair that often accompanies comparing, as well as the most important shift to make to put an end to most of the pain or upset you feel in your relationship, so you can effectively shape your relationship into one that feels lighter, more loving, and connected and all the things you want…You can stop letting comparison undermine your love and connection. You can use it instead as an opportunity to make your marriage into the very best one it can be. Listen in to learn how. SHOW NOTES:Join Hannah in her special end-of-year 3 session program, A BETTER MARRIAGE IN 1 MONTH: A Galvanizing Mini 1:1 Marriage Coaching Program For HS Women to start taking charge of what you can in your relationship, and see the power you have to change the whole culture of your marriage for the better. Click here to learn more. Take The 2 Minute Free Quiz: What's Your Best Next Step To Improve Your Marriage? Find out the most important place for you to focus on to make your unique marriage more loving and connected a sensitive woman.ENJOYING THE SHOW? Don't miss an episode! Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher. Leave a review in Apple Podcasts--we are SO grateful!Get the Podcast Map by becoming a Podcast Supporter, so you can quickly identify the episodes most helpful for your unique relationship, by supporting the podcast (for as little as $3)
In this episode, Alissa offers a refreshing, grounded reframe for navigating holiday gatherings, especially when you're a highly sensitive person anticipating old triggers, complicated family dynamics, or emotionally draining interactions.Instead of bracing yourself or rehearsing every response, she invites you to see these moments as a kind of “spiritual assignment” or gentle experiment: an opportunity to practice confidence, curiosity, boundaries, and self-regulation in real time.This perspective doesn't dismiss the pain, history, or lived experience behind these moments. Instead, it provides a lighter, more empowered way to move through them so you can show up as the version of yourself you're becoming.What You'll Learn:Why holidays and family dynamics often feel overwhelming for highly sensitive peopleHow to bring a sense of levity and curiosity into emotionally charged situationsA powerful reframe for viewing triggering moments as opportunities instead of threatsWhy confidence and self-trust grow through discomfort, not in perfect environmentsWays to reward and support yourself after challenging interactionsUncover your sneaky internal belief that's stopping you from being your most confident self TAKE The FREE Shadow Archetype Quiz NOWLearn my 6-step process for managing & neutralizing your triggers as an HSP in our FREE UN-Botherable Workshop!Join the Not Too Sensitive Club
Go to https://kachava.com and use code HSP for 15% off your next order Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/HSPPOD #rulapod Today, we're discussing real terrifying encounters that people had with alleged cults. We're talking Scientology, people from a “church” showing up at your door to maybe kidnap you, and more. Joined by Amanda Montell, author of the book Cultish, and the host of the Sounds Like A Cult podcast. Where to Find Amanda & Sounds Like A Cult: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmandaMontellPodcasts Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cult-of-kundalini-yoga/id1566917047?i=1000702659814 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/452tBQmqzU9wcisVglD8vW?si=rQYnpUTqQZmKD9SpRFr1zA If you feel you need help getting out of a cult-ish situation, below is a support group: https://www.igotout.org To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
**There is currently a system wide glitch with Apple Podcasts preventing us from putting up the Subscriber only, ad-free audio. We are working with apple to resolve this** Get 15% off OneSkin with the code HSP at https://www.oneskin.co #oneskinpod Go to https://kachava.com and use code HSP for 15% off your next order Today, I want to tell you about a horrifying urban legend that haunted a community nearby the ruins of the abandoned Willowbrook State School in Staten Island for decades. Eventually, children started really disappearing from this community, so let's explore the real story behind the urban legend.... TW: Child Abuse, Child Death Subscribe on Patreon to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society and enjoy ad-free listening, monthly bonus content, merch discounts and more. Members of our High Council on Patreon also have access to our weekly after-show, Footnotes, where I share my case file with our producer, Matt. You can also enjoy many of these same perks, including ad-free listening and bonus content when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts . Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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