Highly Sensitive and Strong

💌Hey there, HSP Wellness Warriors! While Daphnie & Tonya take a little summer breather to work on some exciting new projects (we'll spill the beans soon!), we've got something special for you. We're bringing back some of our favorite past talks and guided meditations to keep you inspired and centered. Tune in and let these gems from our archives recharge your sensitive soul. And b...

In this episode of the HSP Wellness Warriors podcast, hosts Tonya and Daphnie delve into the art of making friends as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) adult. They recognize the unique challenges HSPs face when it comes to building genuine connections and provide valuable insights and practical tips to navigate the world of adult friendships. Tonya and Daphnie provide practical ideas and tips for ma...

In PT 2 Tonya and Daphnie dive even deeper into the topic of boundaries. They discuss the importance of understanding our own needs and effectively communicating them to others. We explore various techniques, such as using "I" statements and nonviolent communication, to express boundaries assertively and respectfully. We stress the significance of enforcing boundaries when they are cross...

In this first part of our two-part series, we'll explore the concept of boundaries and why they play a vital role in our well-being and navigating the world as HSPs. Discover how boundaries act as personal fences, defining and protecting our physical, emotional, and energetic space, helping us feel safe, secure, and in control of our lives. Tonya and Daphnie share their personal experiences wi...

Join Tonya and Daphnie as they tackle the misconception that self-care is selfish. They explore the psychology behind this perception in Western societies and offer strategies for gracefully navigating misunderstandings and criticisms. Discover the importance of prioritizing self-compassion, setting boundaries, and educating loved ones about the value of self-care as a highly sensitive person. Tun...

Join us as we explore the unique journey of highly sensitive people in relationships. In this episode, we discuss: •Navigating the challenges and joys of relationships as highly sensitive individuals. •The impact of conflicts and negative emotions on HSPs and strategies for coping. •Balancing our sensitivity to our partner's needs while prioritizing our own well-being. •Managing external stimu...

Join us as we explore the theme of finding happiness at work and beyond as highly sensitive people. Hosts Daphnie and Tonya discuss the unique challenges HSPs face in the workplace and provide valuable insights and strategies for infusing purpose into our lives, even when we're tired. They share personal stories, practical tips for finding work with purpose, and the importance of redefining su...

Join hosts Daphnie and Tonya on the HSP Wellness Warriors podcast as they dive deep into the fascinating world of highly sensitive people (HSPs). In this episode, they explore the topic of happiness and examine whether it's more challenging for HSPs to experience genuine happiness on an emotional level, excluding external influences like relationships. But what about the internal landscape of...

In the episode Tonya and Daphnie conclude their series on the yamas, ethical guidelines from the 8 limbs of yoga. They explore the principles of Brahmacharya, emphasizing abstinence, moderation, and responsible energy management, particularly relevant for highly sensitive people. They discuss setting boundaries, practicing self-discipline, and prioritizing self-care. They also delve into Aparigrah...

In this episode, Daphnie and Tonya explore the concept of Asteya, which translates to "non-stealing" in Sanskrit, and its significance for highly sensitive people. They delve into how Asteya goes beyond the act of not stealing material possessions and encompasses honoring one's worth, setting boundaries, and practicing self-care. Through personal insights and practical tips, they dis...

This week we continue our exploration of the yamas and dive deeper into the importance of Satya, the practice of truthfulness, for us as highly sensitive people. Satya calls for honesty in our thoughts, words, and actions, and encourages us to drop the masks we often use to hide our true selves.  We share how we practice Satya in our lives and we offer practical tips for using it in everyday life....

In this episode we explore the power of non-harming, or Ahimsa, for HSPs. As highly sensitive people, we have a natural capacity for empathy and compassion, but this sensitivity can also leave us feeling overwhelmed, drained, or disconnected from our own needs and well-being. Whether you're new to the concept of ahimsa or a seasoned yoga practitioner, we hope you'll find inspiration and gu...

In this episode, we will be exploring an intro to the 8 limbs of yoga and how they can help us as highly sensitive people find balance and inner peace amidst the chaos of daily life. As HSPs ourselves, we know how overwhelming the world can be, and we're excited to be back and sharing with you the powerful tools and practices that have helped us thrive. So whether you're a seasoned yogi or...

About Tonya Greetings Friends, I'm Tonya, the founder of Sensitivity Rising, host of the Highly Sensitive Healing Podcast and a Certified Professional Holistic Wellness Guide. As an HSP, I understand firsthand the challenges of navigating life in our modern world while embracing our sensitivity. For a long time, I struggled to find a balance between seeing my trait as a burden or a gift. Throu...

The podcast celebrated it's one year anniversary on July 7th! 🎉 Over 60 plus episodes we’ve shared tips and insights about living a purposeful and balanced highly sensitive life and I hope you’ve enjoyed listening as much as I’ve enjoyed creating. The NEW Podcast Sensitivity Rising begins September 2022! Follow me here for all the updates and info:😍 Facebook Instagram Your Favorite Highly Sensit...

Let's chat about slowing down and finding a path for ourselves that isn’t based on what we think everyone else is doing or thinking. Once we stop rushing through life we’ll be amazed at how much time we actually have to live an intentional purpose filled life.

Reconnecting to ourselves is about learning who we really are and what we really want without the expectations of others so we start to strip away the layers of noise that have been placed on us, the labels and beliefs that we live under the weight of– most of the time without even knowing why. Reflecting and reconnecting is about living our lives according to our own truth and no one else's.&nbsp...

Grounding is actually one of the easiest practices we can do, and when we become grounded we become present, its easier to process our thoughts, to shut out the noise of what others think our path should be, and to align ourselves with what is truly meant for us.  So if you also struggle with flooding emotions, too many thoughts, if you find that you’re on a path that doesn’t quite align with...

In this episode I chat with my dear friend Raphie Wagner about making connections with non-HSPs through sensitivity. Raphie is an occupational therapist turned podcast strategist and a non-HSP who shares her experiences with managing her sensitivities and how she navigates the online business world and social media. She shares some great insights for all of us and through our conversation we can s...

How often do we try to force the things we want or think we need into our lives? Anytime we find ourselves forcing things like romantic relationships, friendships, jobs that don’t align with our values or following any path that doesn't feel true to who we are. Let's talk about how these moments are a perfect time for us to pause and rethink about letting go of what isn't serving us.

In this episode I share one my favorite therapeutic tools and its completely free! Hugging and being hugged by someone we love is great therapy but what if hugging another person this isn't available to us? What other ways can we find that hugging feeling?  Listen to find out more!

How do we get hooked into patterns? Getting stuck keeps us distracted from the present moment as a result we fall into the habit of being controlled by our thoughts and emotions. In this episode we talk about shenpa. According to Pema Chödrön shenpa, is the urge, the hook, that triggers our habitual tendency to close down. In her book Taking the Leap: Freeing Ourselves from Old Habits and Fea...

Jon is back! And this time we're chatting about managing our relationship expectations. We share our thoughts on: What are reasonable expectations in a relationship? Should you always know what the other person needs? Can being in an relationship with an HSP can change your perspective? And more! Join us to hear how we navigate our HSP/Non-HSP relationship!

This week is part 2 of our conversation with Britta Vercoutter and Amber McCormick about parenting as HSPs. Its a wonderful honest conversation that covers many the ups and downs of parenting from an HSP perspective. They continue to generously and openly share their experiences along with some tips for HSP parents as well as those HSPs who are thinking of becoming parents. More about Amber here:...

In our next 2 episodes I’m chatting with Britta Vercoutter and Amber McCormick of about parenting as HSPs. Its a wonderful honest conversation that covers many the ups and downs of parenting from an HSP perspective. They share great tips and ideas for HSP parents as well as those HSPs who are thinking of becoming parents. More about Amber here: Website Facebook More about Britta here: Website Face...