Highly Sensitive and Strong

The idea of perfectionism is usually created during our childhoods. Growing up we rarely have the emotional or mental capacity to process the whats or whys, so we do what we do best as humans to make sense of it all… we tell ourselves stories. 

In this episode we talk about how to begin to unlearn these stories we were told about ourselves and continue to replay in our minds long after we’ve transitioned into adulthood.

And I share 5 of my favorite affirmations to help shift your mindset from perfectionism to contentment.

Grief has many forms and it’s different for all of us, it doesn’t follow any logical pattern, there’s no map or directions, there is only confusion, fear, anger, loneliness, regret, depression, just to name a few of the endless cycle and waves of emotions.

Many things cause us feelings of grief, not just the loss of friends and family, we grieve the loss of beloved animal friends, jobs, homes, lifestyles, physical changes, relationships…   

As highly sensitive people it's important that we take the time we need to feel our feelings, while not allowing anyone to minimize our emotions or that we try to hide our feelings to placate others.

We need to know that there is no such thing as being too emotional and that we are allowed to grieve and process the experience of loss in our own way, at our own pace and in our own time.

Coping with Grief and Loss Help Guide

SAMHSA’s National Helpline

 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

This week we’re concluding our chat with Julia Dalalba. Julia is a fellow HSP and Architect who specializes in interior design for health & well-being through the practice of Vastu Shastra and yogic principles.

Julia really is an incredible example of an HSP who is using her sensitive intuition as a way to help others.

If you missed part one take the time to listen so you can hear more about Julia and her journey.

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In our next 2 episodes we’ll be speaking with Julia Dalalba.

Julia is a yoga teacher, architect, healer and highly sensitive person based in Spain who specializes in interior design for health and spiritual well-being. She helps people from all walks of life align their souls with their home and work spaces so they may feel more fulfilled, prosperous and happy.

And over these episodes we’ll learn from Julia how our homes are a true reflection of ourselves.

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In this episode I share with you the words of the beloved Thich Nhat Hanh, a Vietnamese Buddhist monk and one of the world’s most influential Zen masters. 

As you may know he passed on recently at the age of 95. In this life he was a prolific author, poet, teacher and peace activist, was exiled from Vietnam after opposing the war in the 1960s.

In his book Fear: Essential Wisdom for Getting Through the Storm he shows us that with the practice of mindfulness we can learn to identify the sources of pain that cause us fear and move past them to live a mindful and happy life.

Like countless others his work has had a tremendous influence on my life and this book is one of my favorites. I'll share one particular section that really speaks to me as a highly sensitive person.

I hope you enjoy and find wisdom in his words and reach out to let me know your thoughts. ♥

In this episode we conclude our chat with Amber McCormick, a fellow HSP and nature based life coach who is passionate about nature and human connection.

If you missed Part One take the time to listen so you can learn more about Amber's journey and her work with HSPs.

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Soulful Nature: Personal Transformation Through Nature Connection

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In the next 2 episodes we’ll be chatting with Amber McCormick of Soulful Nature.  Amber is an HSP and a  professional life coach who specializes in nature based coaching. 

She empowers her clients to live their most authentic lives by teaching them how to embrace the healing power of nature so they can uncover what they want, what’s getting in their way, and how to embrace their gifts. Amber has many wonderful insights to offer the highly sensitive community and I think you’ll find a lot of value in our conversation.

Find Amber here:

Soulful Nature: Personal Transformation Through Nature Connection

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AS HSPs we can struggle with the daily grind of the 9-5 for multiple reasons. 

Maybe our job holds little or no purpose for a greater good, maybe it doesn’t align with our values, or the environment is toxic. As a result we experience what is known as the Sunday Scaries. 

This feeling of impending doom of facing yet another Monday can show up in our minds and bodies in various ways- general anxiety and nervousness, insomnia, digestive issues, irritability, brain fog… just to name a few.

As HSP’s it’s important to acknowledge that our emotional distress is valid, and even more important that we find healthy ways to manage it.

In this episode we chat about 6 ways to find some relief.

Looking for compassionate support on your Highly Sensitive journey? Join us inside the Highly Sensitive Healing Circle. Monthly virtual meetups begin Tuesday January 25th!

Happy New Year Friends!

If you're anything like me you've fallen into the new year's resolution trap more times than you can count. But I've found a new and better way to ring in the new year.

In my world choosing one word isn't about changing or "improving" who you are... It's about embracing all of the wonderful qualities you already have and using this one word as one more way to bring true selves into the light. 

Are you ready to choose your own New Year One Word Intention?

This episode has a few tips to get you started!

My word for 2022 is Ikigai. You can find more information about it here and here!

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In this episode we’re speaking once again with the phenomenal Cindy Beers.

Cindy is a yoga teacher with over 7000 hours of teaching and training spanning 10 years who tailors the yoga experience to meet her students’ where they are with compassion and a touch of laughter that leaves them feeling content and at peace. 

And now she’s gathered fellow teachers who share this philosophy into one place through Mental Health Yoga & Wellness. This online yoga wellness program offers yoga and wellness for individuals for Mental Health. Specifically, anxiety, depression, PTSD/Trauma, and stress.

Yoga has so many benefits for our mental and physical health and it has so much more to offer than just the physical practices or asanas that most of us in the west think of when we hear the word yoga.

Episode Info:

Mental Health Yoga and Wellness Website

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