Have you ever tried suppressing your emotions, venting to a friend, or using self-help techniques—only to still feel overwhelmed? You’re not alone.

Many highly sensitive introverts struggle with emotional overwhelm because they haven’t found a system that actually works for them. In this episode, we’re breaking down the common emotional processing methods that don’t work—and what to do instead.

You’ll learn why avoidance, venting, and overanalyzing keep you stuck, and how journaling can provide the structure you need to truly process your emotions.

Join the waitlist: Journal Your Feelings 8-week Group Program: https://latoyaedwards.net/program

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🎁⁣Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: 5 Steps to Process Your Emotions as an HSP or Introvert (includes journaling prompts) https://latoyaedwards.net/guide

⭐️Join the FB community: Join a community of like-minded women who understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and emotionally stuck. Get support, share your journey, and learn practical tools to manage your emotions with confidence. https://latoyaedwards.net/community

☕Join the Journal Your Feelings small group program: Does it feel like your emotions are a storm you can’t control? Do you long for peace, but instead, you’re stuck overthinking, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward? Imagine waking up feeling calm, confident, and capable of handling whatever life throws your way. This transformation is possible—and I’m here to guide you there! https://latoyaedwards.net/program

Have you ever been told you're ‘too sensitive’ or that you need to ‘toughen up’? In this episode, I’m breaking down the biggest myths about sensitivity that may be keeping you stuck in emotional overwhelm.

I’ll show you why your sensitivity is actually one of your greatest strengths—and how journaling can help you process emotions in a way that feels empowering rather than exhausting. If you’ve ever felt like your emotions are too much, this episode will help you see them in a whole new light.

Join the waitlist: Journal Your Feelings 8-week Group Program: https://latoyaedwards.net/program

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🎁⁣Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: 5 Steps to Process Your Emotions as an HSP or Introvert (includes journaling prompts) https://latoyaedwards.net/guide

⭐️Join the FB community: Join a community of like-minded women who understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and emotionally stuck. Get support, share your journey, and learn practical tools to manage your emotions with confidence. https://latoyaedwards.net/community

☕Join the Journal Your Feelings small group program: Does it feel like your emotions are a storm you can’t control? Do you long for peace, but instead, you’re stuck overthinking, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward? Imagine waking up feeling calm, confident, and capable of handling whatever life throws your way. This transformation is possible—and I’m here to guide you there! https://latoyaedwards.net/program

Have you ever replayed a conversation over and over in your head, wishing you’d responded differently? Or found yourself stuck analyzing your emotions but never actually feeling better? If so, you’re not alone.

As a highly sensitive introvert, deep thinking comes naturally—but when it turns into overthinking, it can leave you emotionally drained, anxious, and even more overwhelmed.

In this episode, I'm breaking down why overthinking doesn’t actually help you process emotions and what to do instead. Plus, I’ll introduce a simple, effective tool to help you work through your feelings with clarity and relief instead of exhaustion.

Join the waitlist: Journal Your Feelings 8-week Group Program: https://latoyaedwards.net/program

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🎁⁣Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: 5 Steps to Process Your Emotions as an HSP or Introvert (includes journaling prompts) https://latoyaedwards.net/guide

⭐️Join the FB community: Join a community of like-minded women who understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and emotionally stuck. Get support, share your journey, and learn practical tools to manage your emotions with confidence. https://latoyaedwards.net/community

☕Join the Journal Your Feelings small group program: Does it feel like your emotions are a storm you can’t control? Do you long for peace, but instead, you’re stuck overthinking, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward? Imagine waking up feeling calm, confident, and capable of handling whatever life throws your way. This transformation is possible—and I’m here to guide you there! https://latoyaedwards.net/program

In this episode, LaToya addresses a common challenge for introverted HSPs: separating your own emotions from those you absorb from others. If you've experienced sudden emotional shifts after entering rooms or spending time with certain people, this episode offers the practical guidance you need.

LaToya explains why HSPs are natural emotional sponges, how to recognize when you're carrying someone else's feelings, and specific techniques to distinguish which emotions truly belong to you. 

By the end of this episode, you'll have actionable strategies to protect your emotional health in daily life and transform what often feels like a burden into one of your greatest strengths. 

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🎁⁣Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: 5 Steps to Process Your Emotions as an HSP or Introvert (includes journaling prompts) https://latoyaedwards.net/guide

⭐️Join the FB community: Join a community of like-minded women who understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and emotionally stuck. Get support, share your journey, and learn practical tools to manage your emotions with confidence. https://latoyaedwards.net/community

☕Join the Journal Your Feelings small group program: Does it feel like your emotions are a storm you can’t control? Do you long for peace, but instead, you’re stuck overthinking, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward? Imagine waking up feeling calm, confident, and capable of handling whatever life throws your way. This transformation is possible—and I’m here to guide you there! https://latoyaedwards.net/program

In this episode, LaToya helps you explore the transformative power of emotional check-ins – a simple yet profound practice that can change how you process your emotions in the moment. 

As an HSP, you naturally absorb the world more deeply, making you susceptible to emotional overload if you don't regularly touch base with yourself. 

Listen in as LaToya breaks down a practical five-step process for checking in with your emotions throughout the day. This process will help you prevent overwhelm, distinguish between your feelings and others, and honor your unique needs before they escalate.

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🎁⁣Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: 5 Steps to Process Your Emotions as an HSP or Introvert (includes journaling prompts) https://latoyaedwards.net/guide

⭐️Join the FB community: Join a community of like-minded women who understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and emotionally stuck. Get support, share your journey, and learn practical tools to manage your emotions with confidence. https://latoyaedwards.net/community

☕Join the Journal Your Feelings small group program: Does it feel like your emotions are a storm you can’t control? Do you long for peace, but instead, you’re stuck overthinking, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward? Imagine waking up feeling calm, confident, and capable of handling whatever life throws your way. This transformation is possible—and I’m here to guide you there! https://latoyaedwards.net/program

Does life feel too busy to process your emotions?

Sometimes, feelings hit us at the most inconvenient moments, and finding time for a full journaling session can feel impossible. But what if I told you there are simple ways to journal your emotions anytime, anywhere?

In this episode, we’ll explore practical techniques for journaling on the go. From voice notes and quick check-ins to digital prompts and mindful reflections, you’ll discover easy tools to help you process emotions in real-time—even during your busiest days.

Tune in to learn how these bite-sized journaling strategies can keep your emotions from piling up and give you the clarity you need, no matter where you are.

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🎁⁣Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: 5 Steps to Process Your Emotions as an HSP or Introvert (includes journaling prompts) https://latoyaedwards.net/guide

⭐️Join the FB community: Join a community of like-minded women who understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and emotionally stuck. Get support, share your journey, and learn practical tools to manage your emotions with confidence. https://latoyaedwards.net/community

☕Join the Journal Your Feelings small group program: Does it feel like your emotions are a storm you can’t control? Do you long for peace, but instead, you’re stuck overthinking, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward? Imagine waking up feeling calm, confident, and capable of handling whatever life throws your way. This transformation is possible—and I’m here to guide you there! https://latoyaedwards.net/program

Do you ever feel like your sensitivity is more of a burden than a gift? 

As an HSP, it’s easy to get stuck in cycles of self-criticism, overwhelm, and feeling like no one truly understands your emotions. But what if the key to managing these feelings starts with something as simple—and powerful—as self-compassion?

In this episode, we’ll explore why self-compassion is a game-changer for highly sensitive people and how it can help you break free from self-doubt and emotional exhaustion. 

I’ll walk you through its three key elements and share practical journaling exercises to help you navigate your emotions with kindness.

Related Episodes:

116 | 8 Signs that You Might be Experiencing Emotional Burnout

129 | How to Stop Overthinking as an Introvert So You Can Manage Your Emotions

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🎁⁣Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: 5 Steps to Process Your Emotions as an HSP or Introvert (includes journaling prompts) https://latoyaedwards.net/guide

⭐️Join the FB community: Join a community of like-minded women who understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and emotionally stuck. Get support, share your journey, and learn practical tools to manage your emotions with confidence. https://latoyaedwards.net/community

☕Join the Journal Your Feelings small group program: Does it feel like your emotions are a storm you can’t control? Do you long for peace, but instead, you’re stuck overthinking, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward? Imagine waking up feeling calm, confident, and capable of handling whatever life throws your way. This transformation is possible—and I’m here to guide you there! https://latoyaedwards.net/program

Have you ever hesitated to journal because you're worried someone might read your most intimate thoughts? In this episode, I'm diving deep into the sensitive topic of journal privacy. 

We'll explore the fears that hold us back from truly expressing ourselves, and I'll share practical strategies for protecting your emotional space while still reaping the incredible benefits of journaling. 

I'll help you navigate the complex questions about keeping your journals private: How can you create a safe space for raw, honest self-expression? What are the pros and cons of potentially sharing your journals in the future? 

Whether you're struggling with privacy concerns or simply want to develop a more authentic journaling practice, this episode will give you the confidence to write without fear. 

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🎁⁣Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: 5 Steps to Process Your Emotions as an HSP or Introvert (includes journaling prompts) https://latoyaedwards.net/guide

⭐️Join the FB community: Join a community of like-minded women who understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and emotionally stuck. Get support, share your journey, and learn practical tools to manage your emotions with confidence. https://latoyaedwards.net/community

☕Join the Journal Your Feelings small group program: Does it feel like your emotions are a storm you can’t control? Do you long for peace, but instead, you’re stuck overthinking, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward? Imagine waking up feeling calm, confident, and capable of handling whatever life throws your way. This transformation is possible—and I’m here to guide you there! https://latoyaedwards.net/program

As a highly sensitive person or introvert, self-care isn't just a luxury—it's essential. In this episode, I'm diving deep into how skincare, makeup, and personal style can be transformative tools for emotional well-being and authentic self-expression.

I'll share practical insights on creating a nurturing skincare routine that grounds you, using makeup as a form of creative empowerment, and discovering a personal style that truly reflects your inner self.

Whether you're looking to create a soothing self-care ritual, find makeup techniques that feel manageable, or develop a style that makes you feel comfortable and confident, this episode is your guide to gentle, intentional self-care tailored specifically for sensitive souls.

Resources Mentioned:

• Personal Style Coaching: https://transform.radiantlydressed.com/radiant-woman-adventure/
• Skincare & Makeup: https://www.rootpretty.com/

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🎁⁣Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: 5 Steps to Process Your Emotions as an HSP or Introvert (includes journaling prompts) https://latoyaedwards.net/guide

⭐️Join the FB community: Join a community of like-minded women who understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and emotionally stuck. Get support, share your journey, and learn practical tools to manage your emotions with confidence. https://latoyaedwards.net/community

☕Join the Journal Your Feelings small group program: Does it feel like your emotions are a storm you can’t control? Do you long for peace, but instead, you’re stuck overthinking, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward? Imagine waking up feeling calm, confident, and capable of handling whatever life throws your way. This transformation is possible—and I’m here to guide you there! https://latoyaedwards.net/program

As a highly sensitive introvert, I discovered how exercise transformed not only my physical health but also my emotional well-being.

In this episode, I share my surprising journey with movement and why it's become an essential tool in my emotional resilience toolkit. I break down three HSP-friendly ways to move your body - walking for mindful meditation, barre classes for gentle strengthening, and strength training for emotional processing.

I explain the science behind why exercise is particularly beneficial for HSPs and introverts and offer practical tips for making movement a sustainable part of your self-care routine. Whether you're exercise-averse like I was or looking for new ways to manage overwhelm, I'll help you find movement practices that suit your sensitive nature.

Resources:
Fit2B Studio: https://latoyaedwards.net/fit2b
Nourish Move Love: https://www.nourishmovelove.com/
Pure Barre: https://www.purebarre.com/

Related Episodes:
145 | Why Painting Is the Perfect Self-Care Practice for Highly Sensitive Introverts
131 | 10 Mood-Boosting Tips for HSP and Introvert Christian Women During Stressful Times
122| 7  Ways to Make Friends as an Introvert

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🎁⁣Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: 5 Steps to Process Your Emotions as an HSP or Introvert (includes journaling prompts) https://latoyaedwards.net/guide

⭐️Join the FB community: Join a community of like-minded women who understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and emotionally stuck. Get support, share your journey, and learn practical tools to manage your emotions with confidence. https://latoyaedwards.net/community

☕Join the Journal Your Feelings small group program: Does it feel like your emotions are a storm you can’t control? Do you long for peace, but instead, you’re stuck overthinking, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward? Imagine waking up feeling calm, confident, and capable of handling whatever life throws your way. This transformation is possible—and I’m here to guide you there! https://latoyaedwards.net/program