Not Too Sensitive - Empowering Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) To Own Their Sensitivity

In this episode, I dive into the challenges of stepping into your authentic self, especially when it comes to navigating pushback from others. Inspired by my group program, Breaking the Good Girl Cycle, I discuss how highly sensitive women can transition from being people-pleasers to confident, boundary-setting individuals without the guilt. We explore the discomfort that arises when you change th...

In this episode, I share the power of quiet confidence and how embracing your authentic self can transform your life. As a highly sensitive person (HSP), you may feel pressure to be more extroverted or outgoing, but true confidence comes from being unapologetically yourself, whether that means being more reserved or preferring deep, meaningful conversations. I dive into how accepting your quiet na...

In this episode, I dive into the powerful connection between self-worth and manifestation, sharing how improving your self-worth can help you manifest your deepest desires. I talk about how I learned manifestation isn't just about thinking positively—it's about aligning your actions with your higher self and becoming the person who already has what you want. Through my own journey of manifesting a...

In today’s episode, we dive into a powerful lesson that will change the way you approach your relationships and manage stress, especially during the busy holiday season. If you’re someone who constantly feels the need to manage others’ emotions, fix situations, and ensure everyone around you is happy and comfortable, this episode is for you. I’ll teach you how to let go of this overwhelming need t...

In this episode, I dive into the concept of becoming "unbotherable" and how Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) can thrive in any environment, no matter what life throws at them. As an HSP, external circumstances—like lack of sleep, stressful situations, or challenging behaviors from others—can easily disrupt our inner peace. However, the key is learning how not to let the outside world control your in...

CLICK HERE to sign up for the Un-Botherable Workshop: a free workshop where you'll learn my 6-step process for managing & neutralizing your triggers as an HSP! CLICK HERE to download the Cord-Cutting Meditation 🌸 🌸 🌸 In today's episode, I talk about strategies for managing and neutralizing triggers, especially as a highly sensitive person (HSP). We talk about the importance of grounding you...

In this episode, Matt and I discuss the difference between having needs and being needy. We explore why it’s common for Highly Sensitive People to feel “needy” in their relationships, and share ways you can reframe having needs as a sensitive person. The conversation thoroughly explores how to discern when a need should be met by others, and when it should be met by ourselves. Having needs can fee...

In today's episode, I discuss the powerful idea that no one can make you feel a certain way and how adopting this mindset can transform your life. I explain how taking ownership of your emotional responses can lead to greater peace and control. I share practical examples, including a frustrating customer service situation that I'm dealing with right now, plus parenting challenges, to illustrate ho...

In today's episode, I discuss the importance of building self-trust through taking action before you're ready. I share how a lack of self-trust can lead to overthinking, second-guessing, and inaction. Drawing on a pivotal moment in my life when I moved to California for an internship with very little self-belief, stepping out of my comfort zone, and being authentic helped me build my self-trust. T...

In today's episode, I discuss one of my favorite topics: empowered discomfort and choosing your discomfort. This concept is crucial for anyone, especially highly sensitive people, who want to build self-confidence and trust themselves. Through real-life examples from my coaching program, I illustrate how vulnerability and honest conversations, although uncomfortable, are essential for building sel...

In today's episode, I discuss the idea of expanding your capacity through life's challenges. These situations serve us by promoting growth and evolution, making us stronger whether dealing with personal setbacks or professional disappointments, it's important to view challenges as opportunities for development. In this episode, I showcase how facing adversity teaches valuable lessons, such as spea...

In today's episode, we're diving into the concept of living in alignment as a highly sensitive person, challenging the misconception that alignment is always easy and feels good. I explain how choosing to follow our intuition and align with our true selves often involves discomfort and facing our biggest insecurities. Through my journey from the corporate world to starting my blog, I show you how...

In this episode of Sensitive & Empowered, Matt and I discuss our personal journeys with self-abandonment and how we've shifted from always being available to others to becoming discerning about who gets access to us. We discuss how you can manage the guilt for prioritizing yourself when you've always been available to others and Matt leads us through four powerful questions you can ask yoursel...

In this episode, I discuss the challenges we face as highly sensitive people (HSPs), particularly women, when we cling to the 'good girl' identity. I explore how deeply ingrained behaviors from childhood can lead to chronic stress and health issues in adulthood due to a lack of healthy boundaries. I emphasize the importance of balancing empathy and kindness with self-care, and outline the steps ne...

In today's episode, we're talking all about the importance of intuition for highly sensitive people and the need to trust yourself and move past the fear of others' opinions. I share techniques like breath work, meditation, and EFT tapping to manage anxiety BUT ultimately, address the deeper issues of low self-worth and self-abandonment. The significance of keeping promises to oneself to build sel...

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In today's episode, I share about my intense week dealing with a wildfire near my home and the subsequent evacuation...also dealing with husband actually being head on and in it as a volunteer firefighter! We talk about the importance of remaining grounded and resilient in chaos- because the truth is; highly sensitive people can thrive in imperfect circumstances by cultivating their own inner stre...

In today's episode, we talk about the challenges of being a people pleaser, particularly highlighting the 'good girl' archetype that many highly sensitive women identify with. We explore the internal conflicts and conditioning that lead to self-abandonment and the fear of offending others. It's time to reflect on what you ACTUALLY gain from these behaviors and I'm giving insight into how to begin...

In today's episode, we discuss the concept of the 'good girl' identity and its impact on highly sensitive women. I explain the four archetypes: perfectionism and achievement, over-responsible relationships, disconnection from self, and the nice girl. I also emphasize the importance of moving from a 'good girl' mentality to becoming an authentic woman, highlighting the benefits of self-awareness an...

In today's episode, we talk about how to manage personal triggers and emotional responses as a highly sensitive person (HSP). I touch on the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities for growth and learning and share a recent personal experience of handling negative comments and messages on social media, explaining the emotional impact and the strategies used to remain unaffected. In this...

I'm pregnant with my second baby! And it was a journey to get here. In this episode, we're getting deep and talking about my journey of struggling with miscarriages. I reveal how I experienced multiple miscarriages, questioning my ability to have more children after successfully carrying my first daughter. I talk about how a divine intervention led me to a fertility doctor who finally gave me the...

In today's episode, we're talking about the topic of rejection, particularly how it affects Highly Sensitive People (HSPs). We dive into practical advice on how to view rejection as an opportunity for growth and self-improvement and look at rejection from a neutral perspective, analyze their insecurities, and focus on personal development. I also emphasize the importance of self-worth independent...

In today's episode, we are talking about comparison. You may have heard the saying, "Comparison is the thief of joy". And it's so true, particularly for highly sensitive people (HSPs). As always in this episode I share my personal experiences with perfectionism and comparison, highlighting the importance of staying true to myself and building self-worth. In this episode you'll be encouraged to foc...

In today's episode, we talk about the importance of making quicker decisions and building self-trust as a highly sensitive person (HSP). I share my personal story, including moving to California on a whim and starting her HSP membership, to illustrate how action and self-trust can lead to confidence and life-changing opportunities. Hit play to be encouraged to trust your intuition, overcome overth...

In today's episode, we talk about the importance of tuning out external noise to reconnect with one's authentic self. I share my personal journey from sidelining my creative passions to rediscovering my love for writing, which led me to start a blog and now to my next venture - writing a book. There are so many challenges and rewards of living in alignment with one's true self, on top of addressin...