The Highly Sensitive Parenthood Podcast

Feeling deeply. Crying easily. Worrying about others. Needing to be alone. And being bullied and shamed for it all. Life as a sensitive person is often challenging and exhausting for grownups—especially in a world swirling in turmoil. Imagine what it’s like for kids. Does this resonate with you or your child? If so, I'm thrilled for you to listen in on my conversation with Judith Orloff, MD ! If y...

**Podcast Subscribers can access a special discount of 20% off of any courses or coaching at https://www.highlysensitiveparenthood.com/hspparentresources by using the code PODCAST at checkout.**   Our living spaces are more than just physical locations; they are extensions of our inner selves. The environment we create within our homes can significantly influence our moods and overall well-be...

**Podcast Subscribers can access a special discount of 20% off of any courses or coaching at https://www.highlysensitiveparenthood.com/hspparentresources by using the code PODCAST at checkout.**   Do you struggle with creating routines and systems that feel sustainable and allow you some moments of relaxation and connection with your family? I've definitely gone through (long!) periods where...

**Podcast Subscribers can access a special discount of 20% off of any courses or coaching at  https://www.highlysensitiveparenthood.com/hspparentresources  by using the code  PODCAST  at checkout.**  Are you the parent of an HSP Teen or Tween?  I myself have a 9 year old, so this is right around the corner for me! While a lot of my blogs and podcasts have focused on b...

**Podcast Subscribers can access a special discount of 20% off of any courses or coaching at https://www.highlysensitiveparenthood.com/hspparentresources by using the code PODCAST at checkout.** Amy Lajiness of Highly Sensitive Parenthood and Liz St. Jean of The Mint Ambition chat about how HSP & sensitive parents can thrive and leverage their sensitivity in the corporate world!  Meet Liz...

Our lives, and our energies, follow a universal pattern of ebb and flow; intensity and calm both have their place in the cycle of life. On this week’s podcast, I am sharing how to recognize ebb and flow for highly sensitive people and in your day-to-day life. And, I’m low-key announcing that I’m taking a break from releasing new blogs & videos each week for the time being! In this episode, you...

In my work with HSP adults, one of the biggest challenges that comes up is having a non-HSP partner who has difficulty understanding the experience of being Highly Sensitive. Of course, there are many benefits to an HSP/non-HSP pairing. In this week’s blog, I’m sharing ways and resources that can help our non-HSP partners better understand and support us as Highly Sensitive People!   In this...

Let’s be real, parenting is   relentless . Many of us Highly Sensitive Parents don’t get nearly the amount of down time that we need to feel calm and energized. Instead, we find ourselves rushing from task to task, frantically trying to accomplish everything that needs to get done in a day. On this week’s blog, I am sharing a simple but powerful suggestion that can support any parent who is f...

Last week’s blog about the overwhelm of birthday parties got me thinking about the pressure many parents feel to go on fun outings with their kids, even when they cause overwhelm for the Highly Sensitive parent and/or child. Of course, HSPs still want to have fun, but sometimes our version of fun may look a bit different from that of non-HSPs! This week, I’m suggesting some calm outings for sensit...

This week’s blog topic is a fun one! I’ve had several HSP clients express to me their frustration with children’s birthday parties, and have spent time reflecting on why birthday parties feel so challenging for both Highly Sensitive Parents and Highly Sensitive children. So in this week’s blog, I’m sharing a few ideas that may be supportive for HSP parents and HSP kids around birthday celebrations...

Avoidance, tears, and big emotions - these are just a few of the ways that sensory overload can show up in Highly Sensitive (HSP) Children. While each child is different, many Highly Sensitive children struggle with both environmental overstimulation as well as emotional overwhelm. This week, I’m reflecting on some relatively common “warning signs” that your HSP child is overstimulated - I’d love...

When you hear the words “overwhelm,” “overstimulation,” and “sensitivity,” what comes up for you? For HSPs, overstimulation shows up in in our thoughts, behaviors, and physical sensations, which can create additional frustration and overwhelm! The first step in managing overwhelm is to begin to understand what causes it, as well as your unique “warning signs” that you’re feeling overstimulated or...

My goal at Highly Sensitive Parenthood is to empower parents and children to celebrate their sensitivity and minimize the challenges that come along with it. As looked through my blog archives in preparation for this week’s blog, I realized that I never written the GIFTS of sensitivity! So in this week’s blog, I want to highlight the gifts we offer that benefits the world around us: Greater Depth...

In this week’s blog, we’re welcoming Lauren Hunter of HSPJourney.com as our guest blogger! Lauren has been a writer, poet, musician, and communication professional, and now bring us her wisdom as an HSP mom of children (including an HSP!) If you’ve ever wondered about the role of Intuition in parenting your HSP child, or have struggled with how to balance the expectations placed on you as a parent...

If you are a parent or caregiver of a highly sensitive (HSP) or deeply feeling child, you know the many wonderful aspects of sensitivity: empathy, intense curiosity, and an ability to think deeply. Yet, you might find yourself stuck or overwhelmed by some of the challenges that sensitivity brings: overstimulation, intense emotions, and sensory challenges. If you're looking to go deeper in your und...

As a fellow parent of a Deeply Feeling or Highly Sensitive Child (HSC), I know that it can be difficult to know what to say to our children when they’re upset, particularly when we are frustrated! In this week’s blog, I’m reflecting on three statements that we should avoid saying to our HSP children - with the understanding that we are human and should allow ourselves grace when we slip up ;) In t...

If you’re a parent of a highly sensitive (HSP) or deeply feeling child, you likely know the struggle of trying to help your child through some through intense emotions! Empathizing with your child’s emotions is a critical first step, because it allows them to know that you understand how they are feeling. After they feel understood, we can move on to helping them use some coping and calming skills...

Have you ever wondered if your child might be highly sensitive (HSP)? Perhaps your child has intense emotions, is deeply aware and reflective, or is easily overstimulated by the world around them. Highly Sensitive Children can experience all of these attributes, and more! In this week's podcast, I’m sharing a bit about the HSP trait, and teaching you how to recognize if your child might be Highly...

When you cry, how do you feel about the fact that you are crying? You might feel relieved, upset, embarrassed, angry, or any number of other emotions. I've known people who look forward to the release that crying offers, as well as those who will do almost anything to prevent themselves from being tearful. Believe it or not, crying has several benefits! I'm sharing about the ways that crying can b...

Typically, for each weekly podcast, I focus on the topic that is relevant to HSPs. This week is a little different because I want to provide you ideas and resources where to look if you are overwhelmed as parents. These resources have personally helped me, and I hope they will help you, too! In this episode, you'll learn: 1. Support resources for HSP parents, including links 2. Where to seek more...

“All Highly Sensitive People are Introverts” - True or False? False! While about 70% of Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) are also introverts, about 30% are extraverts. Quick definition: Introverts draw energy from spending time on their own, and can become depleted in lengthy or chaotic social situations. HSP Introverts in particular may feel very uncomfortable in situations that require "small talk...

Do Extroverted HSP's Exist? YES! While the majority (70%) of HSPs are Introverted, a full 30% are Extroverted! Our first podcast of 2023 examines how it feels to be an extroverted highly sensitive parent, and offers you 4 tips to thrive as an extroverted HSP parent. In this episode, you'll learn: 1. Facts about Highly Sensitive Extroverts (HSEs) 2. Tips for HSEs 3. Where to learn more about HSEs R...

"It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!" - or is it? There can be SO much pressure on parents around the Holidays, and this time of year can bring stress and grief alongside the joy and peace many of us long for. As parents, we also carry the extra weight of trying to make the holidays meaningful and magical for our children, while also taking into account our own needs and limitations. In this...

I often get asked “Do the HSP trait and ADHD overlap with one another?” It's a complicated question, but I've done my best to address it in this week’s blog! I'm sharing a bit more about the basics of ADHD and High Sensitivity, as well as some distinctions between the two. In this episode, you'll learn: 1. Overlap and differences between HSP and ADHD 2. Where to seek out professional help and supp...

Are you feeling down? Disconnected from yourself, loved ones, or activities that used to bring you pleasure? Loss of appetite or poor sleep? These are common symptoms of depression, among others. I’m continuing last week’s podcast topic around experiencing depression as a Highly Sensitive (HSP) Parent by sharing “3 Ways to Cope with Depression” in this week’s podcast. Bottom line is: You are not a...