Steph Ellen

Finding Flow State

Education EN ↓ 91 episodes

This is Finding Flow State —the podcast for deep feelers and high performers who are done with toxic positivity, hustle culture, and surface-level self-help. Hosted by trauma-informed performance coach Steph Ellen, each episode is a no-BS deep dive into the nervous system, subconscious mind, and the messy, magical process of thriving as a highly sensitive high achiever. You’ll learn practical tools from somatic psychology, neuroscience, shadow work, and subconscious reprogramming to regulate your nervous system, heal from the inside out, and build the kind of embodied resilience that doesn’t r...

Author

Steph Ellen

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Education

Podcast website

www.finding-flowstate.com

Latest episode

Sep 27, 2025

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091 the 7 signs you're actually healing your nervous system 27.09.2025

👀 FREE INNER CRITIC QUIZ 👀 https://www.finding-flowstate.com/quiz 🐆INNER CRITIC TAMER PRIORITY LIST  🐆 https://www.finding-flowstate.com/innercriticpriority   [your ONLY chance to get 50% off regular pricing] THERE MAY BE 9 WAYS LOL i went on a big old tangent and tbh that was the best bit of the ep if you loved the ep, please take 30 seconds to leave a review to help grow the poddy or leave a...

090 [nervous system literacy series] inside hyper-vigilance: survival mode that never sleeps 12.09.2025

👀 FREE INNER CRITIC QUIZ 👀 https://www.finding-flowstate.com/quiz 🐆INNER CRITIC TAMER PRIORITY LIST  🐆 https://www.finding-flowstate.com/innercriticpriority   [your only chance to get 40% off regular pricing] in today’s nervous system literacy series, we’re diving into hypervigilance — that constant state of alert that can leave you exhausted, anxious, or people-pleasing without even realizing...

089 [nervous system literacy series] when your body says NO: decoding freeze vs shutdown 08.08.2025

👀 FREE INNER CRITIC QUIZ 👀 https://www.finding-flowstate.com/quiz 🌿 SPRING NERVOUS SYSTEM RETREAT - OTWAYS NATIONAL PARK 🌿 https://www.finding-flowstate.com/retreat2025 trying a fun new little series on nervous system literacy, get ready to geek out with some nuanced neuroscience and straight talking somatics in practical and digestible way! in today’s nervous system literacy series, we’re unp...

088 you make sense: nervous system healing in nature with Rachel Rosenberg 24.07.2025

🌿 JOIN US ON RETREAT HERE 🌿 ****AUDIO HAS BEEN RE-UPLOADED DUE TO AUDIO GLITCH** we recorded this episode while walking in nature - which honestly felt like the perfect setting to talk about nervous system healing,cyclical living, the intersection of science and spirituality... you make sense. in this playful conversation with my Spring Nervous System Retreat co-facilitator @rachelarosenberg , w...

087 back from the void!! self sabotage, resistance & evolving (always) 06.07.2025

👀 FREE INNER CRITIC QUIZ 👀 https://www.finding-flowstate.com/quiz the poddy is back!!! we are breaking down the difference between self-sabotage and just your nervous system saying “not yet”? Let’s talk about growth, inner critics, and the gaslighting voice inside that’s not serving you. PLUS a life update, things are EVOLVING on every level 🧬 If you loved the ep, please take 30 seconds to leav...

086: tall poppy syndrome: the real reason you're afraid to shine 13.04.2025

⏰ EARY BIRD ENDS 16th APRIL ⏰ JOIN EMBODIED AUTHORITY for just $197 https://finding-flowstate.com/authority in this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the sneaky link between imposter syndrome and tall poppy syndrome—and why your fear of being “too much” is probably not just a mindset issue. i’ll walk you through the somatic and subconscious roots of self-doubt, and why so many high-achi...

085 breathwork, breakthroughs & permission to be a hot mess sometimes [v UNFILTERED chat w/ rach] 04.04.2025

nothing is off limits in this chat with the wonderful Restorative Rach we dive into all things breathwork, triggers, getting a second chance at life, connecting to the body, discipline with some VERY honest opinions about anything & everything  connect with Rach here if you're not already following her: https://www.instagram.com/restorative_rach_/ don't forget to rate and review if y...

084 [shadow work 101] are you actually misunderstood or just projecting your own BS? 04.03.2025

maybe skip this one if you're feeling a bit vulnerable - we are diving DEEP into shadow work, the fear of being seen, how you are unconsciously manipulating and why you fear judgement so much. but when you are ready for this, this is going to illuminate some blind spots in a POWERFUL way don't forget to rate and review if you loved this ep! it helps the poddy so much <3  Apply for 1:1...

083 discipline vs devotion vs delusion??? deciding when to give up or push through 22.02.2025

in this episode, we're diving into the messy middle of knowing when to push through resistance and when to let go. if you're a highly sensitive high achiever, you've probably felt torn between discipline, devotion, and straight-up delusion —but how do you tell the difference? why true discipline is about devotion, not force signs you're pushing from fear vs. authentic alignment...

082 the 'curse' of potential & the gifted kid to neurodivergent burnout pipeline 15.02.2025

TW: disordered eating, frank discussion about burn out, mental health & neurodivergence this episode might not be for you if you're feeling a little vulnerable and tbh this is a very specific life experience  this IS for you if: you are going through or considering getting a later-in-life neurodivergence diagnosis you were a gifted child who felt a lot of pressure to live up to their pote...

081 I'm officially a speaker!! BTS of some massive up-levels & imposter syndrome 05.02.2025

Join Shameless Self Expression starting 14th Feb https://www.finding-flowstate.com/shameless Previous imposter syndrome podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6mW6RMi23T2ziGMGbL5AXT?si=8e03aeb31c544e82 Listen to The House Call Vet Academy Podcast: https://www.dreveharrison.com/podcast Apply for 1:1 Coaching: https://forms.gle/AoZ8ZGbe49ypYBEk8 Let's connect further on IG: https://www.insta...

080 could you even handle what you want?? *mildly spicy pep talk* 24.01.2025

🚨 FREE LIVE SOMATIC WORKSHOP NEXT WEEK 🚨   https://www.finding-flowstate.com/visible Are you secretly sabotaging the success you say you want? Prepare for a slightly spicy dose of tough love, we tackle rejection sensitivity, Gay Hendricks' Upper Limit Problem, and the real reason big dreams can feel so heavy: your nervous system isn’t ready yet. Discover: ✨ How self-sabotage shows up (ghos...

079 navigating overwhelm & challenging times with a sensitive nervous system 13.01.2025

🚨 Last 24 hours for PRESALE for SHAMELESS SELF EXPRESSION 🚨 Are you a creator, biz owner or visionary who wants to create an authentic personal brand? Join https://www.finding-flowstate.com/shameless This episode is for you if you feel overwhelmed at the 'state of the world' and how to navigate mindful consumption of media and news. 🧠FREE NERVOUS SYSTEM REGULATION MINI COURSE: 🧠 http...

078 (messy) honest year recap: life lessons, letting go of timelines, going viral & taking the wrong advice 27.12.2024

Okay this is NOT a polished ep, it's a full on sticky beak into the life lessons of my year and I'm being pretty vulnerable and sharing things in real time as I'm working through them. This year has been about PLEASURE and PRESENCE and at times this has been UNCOMFORTABLE af. But what I'm leaving in 2024 is energy leaks & attachment to arbitrary timelines. If you're ke...

077 generational trauma & the blindspots of the cycle breaker 16.12.2024

🎁 Highly Sensitive Holidays $1 workshop 🎁 Pay-as-you-feel workshop This is for the highly sensitive high achiever who: Often feels like the black sheep or cycle breaker in your family but is now learning to embrace your sensitivity as a gift Has a savage inner critic that gets way too noisy around end-of-year reflections despite how hard you've been working towards your goals  Finds it hard...

076 REAL TALK: why modern self-love is idealistic & commercialised (and what to do instead) 08.12.2024

TW: grief, loss, disordered eating In this vulnerable and slightly 🌶️ spicy 🌶️ episode of Finding Flow State, we dive deep into how modern self-love has become a commodity and why its idealistic portrayal often falls short of true self-acceptance and healing . We'll unpack how the self-love industry has turned authentic self-care into a trend, driven by capitalism , and why embracing self-wor...

075 five reasons highly sensitive high achievers THRIVE in entrepreneurship (plus the biggest challenges) 24.11.2024

🚨 LONG TERM MENTORSHIP - BIGGEST EVER SALE (6 months for the investment of 3) - DM the word MENTORSHIP on @findingflowstate 🚨 Have you ever wondered why so many highly sensitive high achievers are drawn to entrepreneurship? It’s not a coincidence. There’s something about the freedom, creativity, and purpose that makes it such a perfect fit for people like us. But here’s the thing—while entrepren...

074 the myth of being 100% authentic 100% of the time; professionalism vs masking 17.11.2024

Are you struggling with authenticity in professional or social settings? In this episode, we unpack the myth of being 100% authentic, 100% of the time—especially as a highly sensitive, multi-passionate, or neurodivergent high achiever. Discover the difference between masking and intentional curation, how to balance professionalism with your true self, and why authenticity is an evolving journey. W...

073 let's talk about SHAME baby (and how it's f****ng up your nervous system) 30.10.2024

DOORS NOW OPEN FOR SHAMELESS https://www.finding-flowstate.com/shameless Okay it's a heavy topic but we are all carrying around our own shame burden in some way and it's really f**king up your nervous system. In episode: - Why do we feel shame? Is it all bad? - How shame can manifest as self-sabotage and avoidance - Shame is the fuel for your inner critic - Why chronic shame is so dysreg...

072 key insights into your subconscious mind - blending the spiritual with the neuroscience 09.10.2024

Ready for your own DEEP transformation? Early bird ends October 11th for EXPANSION my new 6 week 1:1 intensive to align your nervous system with your goals so you can break free from self sabotage and attract your goals. DM Steph on IG https://www.instagram.com/findingflowstate/ with the word expansion or email steph@finding-flowstate.com In this eye-opening episode of Finding Flow State , we expl...

071 break free from imposter syndrome by understanding your nervous system 29.09.2024

REAL TALK on imposter syndrome with Steph. In this episode: Is imposter syndrome a good or bad thing? The role of the nervous system in imposter syndrome Societal/cultural differences in imposter syndrome and how that can cause self-sabotage How to 'fail forward' when the stakes are really high If you want to be the first to know about my new 1:1 intensive 6 week programme, DM the word W...

070 are you a hypocrite or just being a human? 5 questions to ask yourself when you're being self-critical 13.09.2024

🧠FREE NERVOUS SYSTEM REGULATION MINI COURSE: 🧠 https://www.finding-flowstate.com/regulate In this episode of Finding Flow State , host Steph Ellen dives into the common struggle of self-criticism when we fail to live up to our own advice. Are you truly a hypocrite, or just a human trying to navigate the complexities of life? In this solo chat, Steph riffs on: The difference between hypocrisy and...

069 chronic pain, accidental sobriety & leaving the corporate hustle for soul-led entrepreneurship With Dan 07.09.2024

This is an inspiring, nothing-off-limits conversation with Dan, a Movement & Mindset Transformation Coach living in Sydney after doing a complete 180 on his past life climbing the corporate ladder: We chat about: - What to do when you you feel like you're 'drifting' through life despite your achievements - Dan's accidental journey to sobriety and a frank discussion on the i...

067: boundaries, self-compassion & why people are being traumatised in the coaching industry [IG LIVE w/ Bianca] 24.08.2024

Sign up here: https://www.finding-flowstate.com/offers/TGfrszAy This episode is an IG live with the beautiful Bianca (follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/binxthinxx/ ) where I was interviewed all about: how to: Thriving as highly sensitive high performer How to stop self-sabotage The true meaning of self-compassion and how to actually cultivate it Again, apologies the audio quality is a bit...

068 rejection sensitivity, ADHD & subconscious reprogramming 24.08.2024

Experience subconscious reprogramming so you can transform the fear of failure: FREE WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY AUGUST 28th https://www.finding-flowstate.com/rewire In this episode: Why my brain has been extra swirly recently The neuroscience of the fear of rejection ADHD and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) The 3 pillars you must address to overcome this 🧠FREE NERVOUS SYSTEM REGULATION MINI COURSE:...

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