Emotional Badass

By Nikki Eisenhauer

Hosted by psychotherapist Nikki Eisenhauer, M.Ed. LPC, LCDC. This show provides essential emotional education on Mental Health, HSP (Highly Sensitive People), Narcissists & Manipulative personalit... more

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Emotional Badass episodes:

March 23, 2025CALL IN: How to Accept Your Family’s Limitations and Still Set Boundaries as an HSP
Highly sensitive people must accept that low empathy and low maturity family members may never offer the understanding or support they crave, and instead prioritize emotional boundaries and self-protection.
In this episode we explore:
Understanding Emotional Boundaries for HSPs in Dysfunctional Family Systems
How Low Empathy and Low Maturity Impact Family Relationships
Breaking Cycles of People-Pleasing to Model Healthy Boundaries for Children
Grieving the Loss of Idealized Family Relationships as Part of Personal Growth
Finding Supportive Relationships Beyond Biological Family Systems

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24min
March 16, 2025 7 Quotes That Instantly Shift Your Perspective - from Existentialist Søren Kierkegaard
Are you craving more meaning and direction in your life? These 7 life-changing existential quotes from Søren Kierkegaard will inspire you to take back your power and create a life filled with purpose. When we feel lost or overwhelmed, anchoring into purpose is the key to better mental health. I’ll show you how these timeless quotes can shift your mindset, reduce anxiety, and help you live your best life—right now.

♥ BREAKTHROUGH PEACE PROGRAM: https://bit.ly/peace-program
♥ PATTERNSCAPES WELLNESS DECK: https://getpatternscapes.com
♥ NARCISSIST ABUSE RECOVERY WORKSHOP: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/workshops
♥ WORK WITH NIKKI 1:1 : https://EmotionalBadass.com/coaching
♥ PATREON: https://bit.ly/EBpatreon
♥ FREE MORNING ROUTINE PDF: https://EmotionalBadass.com/morning
♥ APPLE PODCAST: https://apple.co/40mStzg
♥ SPOTIFY PODCAST: https://spoti.fi/3QHLH3W
♥ BOUNDARIES COURSE WITH NIKKI: https://EmotionalBadass.com/boundaries
♥ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/newsletter
♥ WEBSITE: https://EmotionalBadass.com
♥ YT: https://www.youtube.com.com/emotionalbadass/
♥ IG: https://www.instagram.com/emotional.badass/
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♥ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@emotionalbadass

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38min
March 09, 2025 The Opposite of Anxiety: What It Really Means to Feel Calm
♥ BREAKTHROUGH PEACE PROGRAM: https://www.emotionalbadass.com/peace
Why is it so easy to name stressful emotions but hard to describe peace? Many highly sensitive people (HSPs) are conditioned to focus on anxiety and tension, making peace feel unfamiliar. In this episode, we explore how to recognize and cultivate peace as a natural state. By understanding the physical, emotional, and mental cues of peace, you can shift your nervous system from stress to calm. Discover simple, practical steps to train your body and mind to embrace inner peace, no matter what life throws your way. In this episode we explore the opposite of anxiety, peace, and we learn:
What are the physical signs of peace?
What are Internal Sensations of Peace?
What are the Mental Responses to Peacefulness?
What are some Practical Strategies to Cultivate Peace?
How to overcome Barriers to Experiencing Peace?

♥ PATTERNSCAPES WELLNESS DECK: https://getpatternscapes.com
♥ NARCISSIST ABUSE RECOVERY WORKSHOP: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/workshops
♥ WORK WITH NIKKI 1:1 : https://EmotionalBadass.com/coaching
♥ PATREON: https://bit.ly/EBpatreon
♥ FREE MORNING ROUTINE PDF: https://EmotionalBadass.com/morning
♥ APPLE PODCAST: https://apple.co/40mStzg
♥ SPOTIFY PODCAST: https://spoti.fi/3QHLH3W
♥ BOUNDARIES COURSE WITH NIKKI: https://EmotionalBadass.com/boundaries
♥ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/newsletter
♥ WEBSITE: https://EmotionalBadass.com
♥ YT: https://www.youtube.com.com/emotionalbadass/
♥ IG: https://www.instagram.com/emotional.badass/
♥ FB: https://www.facebook.com/emotionalbadass
♥ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@emotionalbadass

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44min
March 02, 2025 Are You Absorbing Other People’s Anxiety? Here’s How to Stop! Call In Show
Highly sensitive people often struggle with absorbing others’ emotions, but by setting emotional boundaries, practicing self-permission, and using grounding techniques, they can maintain their own energy without taking on external anxiety. Many Highly Sensitive People struggle with taking on emotions that aren’t theirs, leading to exhaustion and overwhelm. Mental health starts with emotional boundaries, and in this episode, we explore powerful strategies to protect your energy, shift from absorbing to observing, and rewire your subconscious patterns for peace.

♥ PATTERNSCAPES WELLNESS DECK: https://getpatternscapes.com
♥ BREAKTHROUGH PEACE PROGRAM: https://bit.ly/peace-program
♥ NARCISSIST ABUSE RECOVERY WORKSHOP: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/workshops
♥ WORK WITH NIKKI 1:1 : https://EmotionalBadass.com/coaching
♥ PATREON: https://bit.ly/EBpatreon
♥ FREE MORNING ROUTINE PDF: https://EmotionalBadass.com/morning
♥ APPLE PODCAST: https://apple.co/40mStzg
♥ SPOTIFY PODCAST: https://spoti.fi/3QHLH3W
♥ BOUNDARIES COURSE WITH NIKKI: https://EmotionalBadass.com/boundaries
♥ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/newsletter
♥ WEBSITE: https://EmotionalBadass.com
♥ YT: https://www.youtube.com.com/emotionalbadass/
♥ IG: https://www.instagram.com/emotional.badass/
♥ FB: https://www.facebook.com/emotionalbadass
♥ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@emotionalbadass

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23min
February 23, 2025 Is Emotional Maturity the Key to Success in the 21st Century?
Emotional maturity is the foundation of healing, yet trauma, manipulation, and survival strategies can keep us trapped in immature coping patterns. In this episode, we uncover how trauma disconnects the mind and body, why boundaries are essential for healing, and how true growth requires self-reflection and accountability. If you’re ready to break free from hypervigilance, emotional reactivity, and manipulation, this conversation is for you.
♥ PATTERNSCAPES WELLNESS DECK: https://getpatternscapes.com
♥ BREAKTHROUGH PEACE PROGRAM: https://bit.ly/peace-program
♥ NARCISSIST ABUSE RECOVERY WORKSHOP: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/workshops
♥ WORK WITH NIKKI 1:1 : https://EmotionalBadass.com/coaching
♥ PATREON: https://bit.ly/EBpatreon
♥ FREE MORNING ROUTINE PDF: https://EmotionalBadass.com/morning
♥ APPLE PODCAST: https://apple.co/40mStzg
♥ SPOTIFY PODCAST: https://spoti.fi/3QHLH3W
♥ BOUNDARIES COURSE WITH NIKKI: https://EmotionalBadass.com/boundaries
♥ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/newsletter
♥ WEBSITE: https://EmotionalBadass.com
♥ YT: https://www.youtube.com.com/emotionalbadass/
♥ IG: https://www.instagram.com/emotional.badass/
♥ FB: https://www.facebook.com/emotionalbadass
♥ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@emotionalbadass

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39min
February 16, 2025 9 Quick and Powerful Strategies to Stop Catastrophic Thinking & Uplift Your Mind!
Discover nine effective strategies to stop the habit of catastrophizing, a cognitive distortion that exaggerates potential disasters. Are you often overwhelmed by fearing the worst in every situation? Discover strategies to control and eliminate the habit of catastrophizing, which not only distorts your perception but can also significantly impair your mental health. In this episode, we discuss how acknowledging what is within your control can help shift your focus from fear to factual thinking, thereby enhancing emotional resilience. Join us to learn how cultivating mindfulness can empower you to lead a more balanced and less fear-driven life, crucial for anyone struggling with anxiety or stress.

♥ PATTERNSCAPES WELLNESS DECK: https://getpatternscapes.com
♥ BREAKTHROUGH PEACE PROGRAM: https://bit.ly/peace-program
♥ NARCISSIST ABUSE RECOVERY WORKSHOP: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/workshops
♥ WORK WITH NIKKI 1:1 : https://EmotionalBadass.com/coaching
♥ PATREON: https://bit.ly/EBpatreon
♥ FREE MORNING ROUTINE PDF: https://EmotionalBadass.com/morning
♥ APPLE PODCAST: https://apple.co/40mStzg
♥ SPOTIFY PODCAST: https://spoti.fi/3QHLH3W
♥ BOUNDARIES COURSE WITH NIKKI: https://EmotionalBadass.com/boundaries
♥ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/newsletter
♥ WEBSITE: https://EmotionalBadass.com
♥ YT: https://www.youtube.com.com/emotionalbadass/
♥ IG: https://www.instagram.com/emotional.badass/
♥ FB: https://www.facebook.com/emotionalbadass
♥ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@emotionalbadass

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50min
February 09, 2025 Andrea Dunlop and Mike Weber: The Mother Next Door - The Hidden Truth About Munchausen by Proxy & Why Legal Justice is Rare
Get the book here. The Mother Next Door: https://www.amazon.com/Mother-Next-Door-Deception-Munchausen/dp/B0D2FPM3GY
Why is Munchausen by proxy one of the hardest crimes to prosecute? Find out how abusers deceive medical professionals and how survivors fight for justice. Munchausen by proxy is a complex form of medical child abuse where perpetrators manipulate medical professionals and legal systems, making it difficult for survivors to seek justice. What happens when a caregiver fabricates or induces illness in a child? Munchausen by proxy is a form of medical child abuse that leaves survivors struggling with mental health, trauma recovery, and self-trust. Perpetrators manipulate doctors, courts, and even social services, making it incredibly difficult for survivors to seek justice. Learn how this form of abuse works, why it’s so hard to prove, and what survivors can do to heal from the psychological scars left behind.

Resources:
♥ PATTERNSCAPES WELLNESS DECK: https://getpatternscapes.com
♥ BREAKTHROUGH PEACE PROGRAM: https://bit.ly/peace-program
♥ NARCISSIST ABUSE RECOVERY WORKSHOP: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/workshops
♥ WORK WITH NIKKI 1:1 : https://EmotionalBadass.com/coaching
♥ PATREON: https://bit.ly/EBpatreon
♥ FREE MORNING ROUTINE PDF: https://EmotionalBadass.com/morning
♥ APPLE PODCAST: https://apple.co/40mStzg
♥ SPOTIFY PODCAST: https://spoti.fi/3QHLH3W
♥ BOUNDARIES COURSE WITH NIKKI: https://EmotionalBadass.com/boundaries
♥ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/newsletter
♥ WEBSITE: https://EmotionalBadass.com
♥ YT: https://www.youtube.com.com/emotionalbadass/
♥ IG: https://www.instagram.com/emotional.badass/
♥ FB: https://www.facebook.com/emotionalbadass
♥ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@emotionalbadass

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1h 52min
February 02, 2025 How to cope with bullying communication, harsh words, and emotional jabs
Harsh communication transforms into a powerful opportunity for emotional strength and healing. This episode explores how verbal attacks, criticism, and manipulative communication erode self-worth and contribute to mental health struggles. It emphasizes the importance of emotional resilience, boundary-setting, and self-compassion as tools to navigate toxic interactions. By recognizing dysfunctional communication patterns and refusing to internalize negativity, we can reclaim our power and protect our emotional well-being. Practical strategies such as mindfulness, reframing negative words, and knowing when to disengage from harmful relationships provide a path toward healing. Ultimately, transforming verbal wounds into personal growth strengthens self-trust and fosters lasting emotional strength.

♥ PATTERNSCAPES WELLNESS DECK: https://getpatternscapes.com
♥ EMOTIONAL BADASS STORE: https://shop.emotionalbadass.com
♥ BREAKTHROUGH PEACE PROGRAM: https://bit.ly/peace-program
♥ NARCISSIST ABUSE RECOVERY WORKSHOP: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/workshops
♥ WORK WITH NIKKI 1:1 : https://EmotionalBadass.com/coaching
♥ PATREON: https://bit.ly/EBpatreon
♥ FREE MORNING ROUTINE PDF: https://EmotionalBadass.com/morning
♥ APPLE PODCAST: https://apple.co/40mStzg
♥ SPOTIFY PODCAST: https://spoti.fi/3QHLH3W
♥ BOUNDARIES COURSE WITH NIKKI: https://EmotionalBadass.com/boundaries
♥ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/newsletter
♥ WEBSITE: https://EmotionalBadass.com
♥ YT: https://www.youtube.com.com/emotionalbadass/
♥ IG: https://www.instagram.com/emotional.badass/
♥ FB: https://www.facebook.com/emotionalbadass
♥ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@emotionalbadass

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52min
January 26, 2025 Getting to Know YOURSELF in Recovery and Healing
Reconnecting with your wants and needs through self-awareness, self-compassion, and mindful practices fosters deep healing and inner peace. Have you struggled to identify what you truly want or need? Many Highly Sensitive People and trauma survivors lose touch with their intuition due to chaotic childhoods or emotional neglect. Discover simple practices to reconnect with your body, trust your inner voice, and embrace self-compassion. By listening to your feelings and needs, you can create a foundation of inner peace and resilience, even amid life's chaos. Start your healing journey with strategies designed for HSPs seeking meaningful growth.
Resources:
♥ PATTERNSCAPES WELLNESS DECK: https://getpatternscapes.com
♥ BREAKTHROUGH PEACE PROGRAM: https://bit.ly/peace-program
♥ NARCISSIST ABUSE RECOVERY WORKSHOP: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/workshops
♥ WORK WITH NIKKI 1:1 : https://EmotionalBadass.com/coaching
♥ PATREON: https://bit.ly/EBpatreon
♥ FREE MORNING ROUTINE PDF: https://EmotionalBadass.com/morning
♥ APPLE PODCAST: https://apple.co/40mStzg
♥ SPOTIFY PODCAST: https://spoti.fi/3QHLH3W
♥ BOUNDARIES COURSE WITH NIKKI: https://EmotionalBadass.com/boundaries
♥ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/newsletter
♥ WEBSITE: https://EmotionalBadass.com
♥ YT: https://www.youtube.com.com/emotionalbadass/
♥ IG: https://www.instagram.com/emotional.badass/
♥ FB: https://www.facebook.com/emotionalbadass
♥ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@emotionalbadass

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21min
January 19, 2025 Why Anxious and Highly Sensitive People Struggle with Sleep and How to Fix It
Breaking free from anxiety-fueled worry cycles and practicing intentional rest empowers highly sensitive people to cultivate better sleep and mental health. Do you feel trapped in cycles of nighttime overthinking and sleeplessness? For highly sensitive people, breaking free from anxiety-fueled worry is essential for mental health. This episode offers practical sleep hygiene strategies, like creating a calming routine and shifting to gratitude, to strengthen restful practices and reclaim peaceful slumber. Learn how to retrain your mind and body for better sleep while protecting your emotional well-being.

Resources:
♥PATTERNSCAPES WELLNESS DECK: https://getpatternscapes.com
♥ BREAKTHROUGH PEACE PROGRAM: https://bit.ly/peace-program
♥ NARCISSIST ABUSE RECOVERY WORKSHOP: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/workshops
♥ WORK WITH NIKKI 1:1 : https://EmotionalBadass.com/coaching
♥ PATREON: https://bit.ly/EBpatreon
♥ FREE MORNING ROUTINE PDF: https://EmotionalBadass.com/morning
♥ APPLE PODCAST: https://apple.co/40mStzg
♥ SPOTIFY PODCAST: https://spoti.fi/3QHLH3W
♥ BOUNDARIES COURSE WITH NIKKI: https://EmotionalBadass.com/boundaries
♥ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/newsletter
♥ WEBSITE: https://EmotionalBadass.com
♥ YT: https://www.youtube.com.com/emotionalbadass/
♥ IG: https://www.instagram.com/emotional.badass/
♥ FB: https://www.facebook.com/emotionalbadass
♥ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@emotionalbadass

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