Emotional Badass

Andrea Dunlop embarks on a journey to unravel the mystery of Munchausen by Proxy and help others affected by this emotionally-rewarding and deadly form of child abuse, which has significant mental health implications. What drives a caregiver to fabricate or induce illness in a child? Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy (MSBP) is a disturbing form of child abuse that often goes unnoticed, impacting the me...

Love yourself to unlock your freedom, peace, light, and joy. Navigating relationships with narcissistic or low-empathy parents can be complex for highly sensitive individuals, often leaving them feeling anxious or self-doubting. Embracing the reality of one’s upbringing and committing to self-love and healing can foster resilience and improve mental health, setting the stage for inner peace and he...

With 17 years of experience in the field of psychotherapy, I've witnessed my clients' strength and resilience while learning the power of connection, intuition and humor in overcoming trauma. What role does humor play in healing trauma and improving mental health? Uncover the transformative power of humor and human connections for trauma survivors and HSPs, with insights from Nikki Eisenhauer's ex...

Existentialism is a philosophical framework that emphasizes personal choice and the creation of meaning in life. This belief is centered around the idea of freedom of choice, that we have the power to make choices in life, regardless of our circumstances. It also involves rejecting the victim mentality, taking control of our lives and making choices that positively impact us. Victor Frankel, a ren...

In this weeks show, we welcome new listeners and will explore various mental health terms used on the show, specifically focusing on Highly Sensitive People (HSP) and ways to understand, embrace, and love our highly sensitive selves. I will discuss topics such as sensory sensitivity, emotional and mental sensitivity, and theories about the cause of high sensitivity. I will also differentiate betwe...

Have you ever felt like you were in a toxic relationship but couldn't escape? Do you feel like you're in a situation you can't see a way out of? How can understanding manipulation enhance your mental health? In this week's episode I share part 2 of my story of breaking free from an abusive marriage. This is a story of strength and resilience, and learning to trust myself and my intuition for my me...

After experiencing years of manipulation and abuse, I learned how to begin decoding manipulation. As a highly-sensitive teenager I was on a desperate journey to break free and reclaim my life, learning the hard way that true freedom requires trusting my intuition and honoring my inner voice. Why is trusting your intuition critical for recovery? This episode dives into the role of intuition in heal...

Here's what I cover with Casey McGuire Davidson in this episode: 1. How did Casey McGuire Davidson's journey to sobriety teach her to change her relationship with alcohol, life, and love? 2. What is the impact of alcohol on American culture and how can it be addressed? 3. What drove Casey McGuire Davidson to make the decision to become sober, and how can her story help others redefine their relati...

On today's episode, I'm discussing the concept of dry January and sobriety, and how it can help you conquer unhealthy habits. This is an actionable tip to get real and honest about the role that alcohol plays on your body, mind, and mental health. Dry January is an opportunity to take on a challenge and find your true self, free of alcohol's crutch, and break addiction and unhealth habits. It give...

Do you often feel overwhelmed by your sensitivity and emotional triggers? As an HSP, recognizing and addressing your inner child can lead to profound healing. Learn self-soothing techniques and observe your bodily responses to gain better control over your mental health. We share insights on how to balance mindfulness with practical planning, helping you stay present and reduce anxiety about the f...

It's a common dilemma for empaths, HSPs, survivors, and seekers alike: how can intuition be used as an exercise for our healing and growth? We often feel stuck between head knowledge and the unknown, and it's difficult to decipher emotion and our response to it. Today, I'm offering you an invitation. I'm guiding you through an exercise that I like to call The Intuitive Mind-Body Exercise - an exer...

A meditation for sleep. This is a meditation series continuation from The Mermaid Meditation, and I know many of you really liked it--it was shared so much that many new listeners found me because of that meditation so, this is the next in the series. Dive into this sleep meditation designed for Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) and their inner child. Our gentle guidance helps you create a tranquil...

This episode is a follow up and part 2 to last weeks episode. Today we further explore Drama and go over some practical tips that can help us identify drama and suicidal thought. Discover how to reframe your self-talk, build self-discipline, and prioritize intuition for better mental health. We provide essential advice for highly sensitive people (HSP) to transform their inner dialogue and reduce...

Today I'm going to define and differentiate trauma, drama, and theatrics-- and I hope sharing my process of self discovery when it comes to the difference between these helps you see, understand, and ultimately guide yourself away from unnecessary drama and toward easier healing by better respecting your most precious recourses of time and energy. Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) often struggle wit...

Do you find it challenging to manage your emotions as an HSP? Understanding and guiding your vibes can make a significant difference. Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) often perceive and respond to emotional and environmental vibrations deeply. We, as life coaches and psychotherapists, discuss how HSPs can become more aware of their vibes and use mindfulness to manage them. Learn how embracing self-c...

Today I'm discussing 3 ways music can be used as a tool for self-care. People often struggle with family relationships, personal growth, and loneliness. Music can be a great way to help us process our feelings and get to a place of acceptance. I'll be sharing some song lyrics that helped me through my own process of grief and healing. I hope you'll find it helpful too. What does it mean to establi...

Why being honest with yourself and taking responsibility for your own happiness is important in relationships. I discuss compatibility, red flags, "bumper car mentality" in dysfunctional relationships, and how to break these patterns. You will learn why being honest with yourself and taking responsibility for your own happiness is important in relationships, and how chemistry can paint red flags w...

How to silence your inner critic and live a more fulfilling life. In this episode you will learn: 1. How the inner critic or inner bully can touch nearly every waking and sleeping moment of our lives. 2. How suicide is often suggested by the inner critic, and how this can be prevented. 3. How authenticity is everything, and how it is available for everyone. We provide practical tips for Highly Sen...

Nikki explores codependency, people pleasing, fault and blame vs. responsibility, the incest wound and secret breaking, grief, acceptance, guilt vs. shame, appropriate touch and giving ourselves whatever we need, healthy risk and permission to ask me anything. Are you struggling with the lingering effects of childhood abuse and seeking ways to heal? Healing from childhood abuse requires recognizin...

On Todays show I'm sitting down with Eric Zimmer from The One You Feed Podcast, where we discuss addiction, growth, and recovery. How can spiritual growth help you overcome addiction and trauma? In this episode, Eric Zimmer shares his incredible journey from being a homeless heroin addict to hosting a successful podcast and coaching business. Discover the power of spiritual habits, Zen practices,...

In this week's episode, Nikki breaks down the effects of stranger sexual abuse and ongoing sexual abuse by a care taker and gives guidance on how and where to focus healing in recovery. Learn to care for your inner and outer environment, create sanctuary, and consider the continuum of hyper sexuality to asexuality, and what to do with our abuse dreams. What are the key steps to reclaiming self-wor...

In this week's episode, Nikki breaks down and uses illness as a guru in the quest to grow ourselves, heal, and shed what no longer serves. Explore the trappings of critical self talk influenced by what is happening in our bodies before we know our bodies are fighting an illness. Ever wonder why illness feels more overwhelming for you as a highly sensitive person? It’s not just in your head. HSPs o...

Nikki chats with Crystal to discuss the need for discernment in healing relationships, marketing, pressure sales, the importance of trusting and acting from intuition, healing after falling into the web, subtle gas lighting and values misalignment. This episode may be of particular interest to therapists and coaches who see, feel, and help others through the discombobulation of subtle manipulation...

This week's episode is a story highlighting finding my voice, speaking up, racial tensions in Louisiana in the 90s, workplace family systems, work ethic, transmuting fear through experience. Is it challenging to speak up and assert yourself as a Highly Sensitive Person? We discuss the transformative power of finding your voice and overcoming people-pleasing tendencies. We share how early job exper...

The wisdom of a natural child's tantrum and release. Helping to heal childhood trauma and emotional neglect through permission for the body to release emotion vs. stuffing it down and controlling it. We look at the the peril in trying to control emotion vs. release it in a healthy way. Do you find it difficult to express your emotions? Many HSPs and those with childhood trauma struggle with this....