Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People (HSP): Inner Work and Strategies for Coping with Stress, Overwhelm, and Negative Emotions

Have you ever felt like your personal growth is on pause because you don't have a "big enough" issue to work through? Many of us wait for something dramatic to go wrong before we dive into inner work—but what if this habit actually holds us back from daily transformation? In this episode of Wiggle Room , Todd explores the common block of feeling like "I have to do the work on something significant...

Are You Letting One Hurtful Comment Control Your Life? Have you ever felt paralyzed by something someone said behind your back—so much so that you wanted to walk away from it all? You're Not Alone. In this deeply human episode, Todd guides a participant through a raw and relatable experience: the aftermath of overhearing workplace gossip that led her to quit her job. What unfolds is a moving journ...

Ever feel helpless watching a loved one—especially a pet—suffer and not knowing how to make it better? This episode of Wiggle Room explores the emotional stress that arises when we can't "fix" the ones we care for—highlighting a common struggle among devoted pet owners. If you've ever felt the weight of responsibility for someone else's well-being, this conversation will resonate deeply. Discover...

Are you letting negativity hijack your peace of mind? When you're surrounded by stress and negative energy, do you find yourself pulled in—despite your best efforts to stay grounded? In this short yet powerful episode of Wiggle Room , Todd Smith tackles a vital question: how can you maintain your inner calm when you're caught in the middle of emotional chaos or divisive conversations? Drawing from...

Have you ever felt irritated by your partner's small acts of kindness—only to realize the stress might be coming from your own thoughts? In this episode of Wiggle Room , we explore how everyday interactions, like choosing between juice or lemonade, can stir up surprising emotional reactions. If you've ever been caught in the loop of wanting connection but feeling misunderstood or burdened in a rel...

Can comparing yourself to spiritual teachers like Byron Katie actually hinder your growth? If you've ever felt inadequate trying to live up to an enlightened ideal, this episode is for you. We explore how the story of Byron Katie's profound transformation can both inspire and overwhelm—and what to do when the standard feels out of reach. Through a rich, honest conversation, we dive into the emotio...

What if the jealousy you're feeling isn't the problem—but the doorway to profound self-understanding? Jealousy in relationships can feel like a storm—uncomfortable, irrational, and shameful. In this episode, we explore how doing "The Work" of Byron Katie can shift the way you experience jealousy, moving it from a painful emotion to a guidepost for deeper clarity, boundaries, and self-honesty. Disc...

Are you feeling drained by someone else's disorganization? When a client just can't seem to get it together, it's easy to feel frustrated, powerless, or even resigned. But what if your stress isn't coming from their behavior at all—but from a single thought you're believing? In this episode of Wiggle Room , Todd guides a participant through the work of Byron Katie as they explore the thought: "I w...

Have you ever felt stuck, spinning your wheels, and thinking, "I'm never going to figure this out"? If you've been grappling with self-doubt, career confusion, or the haunting pressure to "have it all together," this episode is for you. In a candid and transformative open session, we explore what happens when you begin to question the thoughts that hold you back—starting with one of the most paral...

Are you carrying the weight of the world and wondering if you're truly safe? In this deeply human episode of Wiggle Room , we confront one of the most pervasive and exhausting thoughts we carry: "I'm not safe." Through real-time inquiry with a participant navigating grief, heartbreak, and major life changes, we see how questioning this belief can open the door to calm, clarity, and unexpected curi...

Are You Turning Personal Growth Into Self-Criticism? Many of us hold ourselves to impossible standards—working longer hours, chasing more money, and feeling like it's never enough. But what if the real struggle isn't what you're not doing, but what you're believing? Discover How Inner Peace Begins with One Powerful Question In this episode of Wiggle Room , Todd Smith introduces the transformative...