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Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-ImprovementIf You Don't Like Your Life, You Can Change It by Jenn Granneman of Introvert Dear on Growth MindsetDiscover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.
Episode 3598:
Jenn Granneman offers a powerful call to action for introverts ready to step into a fuller version of themselves. By embracing solitude, emotional honesty, and small but bold steps, she illustrates how meaningful change is possible without compromising one’s quiet nature.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://introvertdear.com/news/introverts-change-your-life/
Quotes to ponder:
"Change doesn’t have to be loud...2025-05-1511 min
Good Life ProjectHow Sensitive is “too” Sensitive? And How Can It Become a Superpower? | Jenn GrannemanFeel overwhelmed by the world's intensity? Bestselling author Jenn Granneman (Sensitive: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World) reveals how to transform your sensitivity from a perceived weakness into a profound strength.Discover the five superpowers of highly sensitive people and how to thrive by embracing - not suppressing - your ability to feel the world's richness so vividly.You can find Jenn at: Website | Instagram | Episode TranscriptIf you LOVED this episode, you’ll also love the conversations we had with Elaine Ar...2025-04-0757 min
Self-Growth Nerds182. 10 Ways to Prevent Overstimulation as a Sensitive PersonSensitive people can get overstimulated more easily than most, due to triggers such as a loud and crowded place or too much demand for your attention. In this episode, I share 10 ways to avoid or manage a dysregulated nervous system from the book “Sensitive: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World” by Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo. Tune in for actionable strategies you can start using to feel calmer and less stressed every day.
✨🏕️Join Rachel Meltzer and me in Brave New Path, a very intimate retreat, designed fo...2024-08-0532 min
Season of StuckYour Sensitivity is Your SuperpowerIn this episode of Season of Stuck, host Deanna deBara sits down with Jenn Granneman, co-author of "Sensitive: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too Much World," and founder of Introvert, Dear, the internet’s largest community for introverts. During their conversation, Jenn and Deanna discuss the experiences of highly sensitive people (HSPs) and how sensitivity can lead to feelings of being stuck. Jen highlights sensitivity as a superpower, offering gifts like creativity, empathy, and sensory intelligence. She also speaks on how shifting the way we relate to sensitivity—and viewing it as the...2024-07-2341 min
Your Brain OnYour Brain On... IntroversionDo introverts/extroverts have different brains? Are you born introverted? Is introversion neurologically harmful? The definition of introversion has been blurred in the social media age. We all know introverts are more likely to enjoy alone time, and may find social settings more challenging, but what’s less clear is: why? And is introversion the same as social anxiety? In this episode, we discuss: • How common introverted traits can be observed in the brain • The nature vs. nurture debate of whether introversion is genetic, learned, or both • The multi-decade study whic...2024-06-1936 min
Healing Business118. The sensitive boost effect with Jenn GrannemanShare your thoughts with us (click here)Meet Jenn Granneman, founder of IntrovertDear, the biggest online community for introverts, and co-founder of HighlySensitiveRefuge.com. She's also the author of two acclaimed books: "The Secret Lives of Introverts," celebrating the quiet ones, and "Sensitive," an Amazon Best Book of the Year.Jen shares how understanding her sensitivity transformed her life and offers practical advice for navigating challenges. They explore the benefits of community and how sensitives can thrive in supportive environments.Why Listen?- Discover the strengths of sensitivity and how to...2024-03-2718 min
100% Healing20. Jenn's Story: Sensitivity Is A Super PowerHello, Friend -- welcome to the 100% Healing Podcast. Join us on the journey of forgetting to remembering who we truly are within the gift of chronic illness.
Have you ever wondered what it means to be “Highly Sensitive”? Believe it or not, this isn’t an insult but a SUPER-Power.
“Sensitive” (Amazon Best Book of the Year) by Jenn Granneman is a Game-Changer! Jenn has been featured in the NY Times, BBC, Washington Post (the list goes on and on!).
Join our conversation where we unpack
what it means to be Sensit...2024-03-1957 min
Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting9 Reasons to Date a Fellow Introvert by Julia Lange with Introvert Dear on Dating Tips For Shy and Quiet PeopleJulia Lange with Introvert, Dear shares 9 reasons to date a fellow introvertEpisode 1972: 9 Reasons to Date a Fellow Introvert by Julia Lange with Introvert Dear on Dating Tips For Shy and Quiet PeopleJenn Granneman is the founder of Introvert, Dear and author of The Secret Lives of Introverts. She started Introvert, Dear in 2013 as her personal blog. She was living with an extroverted roommate, dating an extroverted guy, and working an extroverted job (teaching 4th grade). Jenn wanted to write about what it was like being an introvert living in an extrovert's world.2023-11-2212 min
Learn with Dr. EmilyMotherhood Unstressed: The Hidden Power of Highly Sensitive People, with Jenn GrannemanToday we're sharing an episode from an awesome parenting podcast called Motherhood Unstressed with Liz Carlisle. This conversation with author Jenn Granneman on working with highly sensitive people and what superpowers they possess is fantastic, so I know you'll enjoy it.----You’re too sensitive. You’re overreacting. Grow a thicker skin. You take everything so personally.We hear these comments all too often. There’s no denying sensitivity is surrounded by stigma. We discourage it in our children, judge it in our peers, and ultimately weaponize it in our relati...2023-11-0825 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting[Part 2] 10 Things to Know About Being in a Relationship With an HSP by Lisa Petsinis of Highly Sensitive RefugeLisa Petsinis with Highly Sensitive Refuge shares 10 things to know about being in a relationship with an HSP. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 1947: [Part 2] 10 Things to Know About Being in a Relationship With an HSP by Lisa Petsinis of Highly Sensitive RefugeCo-founders Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo's mission is to prove that high sensitivity can be strong. It’s okay to be a highly sensitive person (HSP). In fact, the world could use a little more of what HSPs have.They are the voices of Highly Sensitive Refuge, a community where HSP...2023-10-3109 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting[Part 1] 10 Things to Know About Being in a Relationship With an HSP by Lisa Petsinis of Highly Sensitive RefugeLisa Petsinis with Highly Sensitive Refuge shares 10 things to know about being in a relationship with an HSP. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 1946: [Part 1] 10 Things to Know About Being in a Relationship With an HSP by Lisa Petsinis of Highly Sensitive RefugeCo-founders Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo's mission is to prove that high sensitivity can be strong. It’s okay to be a highly sensitive person (HSP). In fact, the world could use a little more of what HSPs have.They are the voices of Highly Sensitive Refuge, a community where HSP...2023-10-3010 min
The Creative Condition podcastEp 200: The sensitivity special with Jenn GrannemanHave you ever been told, or thought you need to toughen up? Or that you're a weakling for feeling more hurt than others at the hands of events in your surroundings? Or wondered if you're strange for feeling more joy than other people seem to when times are good? It's likely you're a highly sensitive person.For the 200th episode of The Creative Condition Podcast, I'm joined by sensitivity and introvert expert Jenn Granneman, co-author (with Andre Sólo) of 'Sensitive: the Power of a Thoughtful Mind in an Overwhelming World to discuss sensitivity in depth.We live at a t...2023-10-171h 07
The Profitable WriterAuthor Jenn Granneman on the Hidden Power of Highly Sensitive PeopleOne of the most common themes I come across when talking to writers is the frustration of being a creative, sensitive person… but wanting to build a successful business and doing all the things that requires. In some ways, that’s the eternal question for creative people: how do you balance art and commerce? That’s a huge question we can’t answer in one episode, but I’m thrilled to bring you a conversation with someone who can absolutely point us in the right direction. Jenn Granneman is the co-author, along with her co-wri...2023-10-0539 min
Little Bit of LifeUnlocking Your Superpower: Introverts Let's Unite! (With Amazon Featured Author & Guest)Introverts are highly sensitive people, just with a different way of doing things! (As we've so often been told). I sit with author and blogger Jenn Granneman, to discuss all things introverts! From dating, to raising children, you're stronger than you think you are! Receiving Amazon's "Best Books of 2023" for "Sensitive", she teaches us all about calming overstimulation, ignoring emotions (they're the message from our mind to our bodies), first dates/conversations, and helping introverts and highly sensitive people in the journey of life!
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Squiggly Careers#366 Ask the expert: SensitivityThis week, Helen talks to author Jenn Granneman about Sensitivity and the benefit sensitive people bring to businesses. Together they discuss what it means to be sensitive, how you can spot it and how you can support it in organisations. You can find out more about Jenn's book "Sensitive; The Power of a Thoughtful Mind in an Overwhelming World' here: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/444843/sensitive-by-solo-jenn-granneman-and-andre/9780241525760More ways to learn about Squiggly Careers:1. Download our Squiggly Careers PodBook: https://rb.gy/orb0n52. Sign up for PodMail, a weekly summary of...2023-09-2630 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and ParentingWhy I’m Teaching My Introverted Daughters to Take Up Space by Charlene Jimenez with Introvert DearCharlene Jimenez with Introvert, Dear talks about why she's teaching her introverted daughters to take up spaceEpisode 1821: Why I’m Teaching My Introverted Daughters to Take Up Space by Charlene Jimenez with Introvert DearJenn Granneman is the founder of Introvert, Dear and author of The Secret Lives of Introverts. She started Introvert, Dear in 2013 as her personal blog. She was living with an extroverted roommate, dating an extroverted guy, and working an extroverted job (teaching 4th grade). Jenn wanted to write about what it was like being an introvert living in an extrovert's wo...2023-07-1312 min
Creative Mind AudioInterview excerpt: Jenn Granneman of "Introvert, Dear"This audio is an excerpt from a much longer episode of The HSP Podcast. Gracie King, a Positive Psychology Wellness Coach, talks with Jenn Granneman, the founder of "Introvert, Dear," and co-author of 'Sensitive -The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World.'From Show Notes on the original episode page:Topics covered included:* How Jenn, as an introverted HSP, balances demanding entrepreneurship with meeting her own sensitive needs* Why Jenn feels passionate about educating the public about high sensitivity and...2023-06-2313 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting3 Difficult Things About Being a Single Introvert Looking for Love by Cati Vanden Breul with Introvert DearCati Vanden Breul with Introvert, Dear talks about the tough parts of being an introvert looking for love.Episode 1795: 3 Difficult Things About Being a Single Introvert Looking for Love by Cati Vanden Breul with Introvert DearJenn Granneman is the founder of Introvert, Dear and author of The Secret Lives of Introverts. She started Introvert, Dear in 2013 as her personal blog. She was living with an extroverted roommate, dating an extroverted guy, and working an extroverted job (teaching 4th grade). Jenn wanted to write about what it was like being an introvert living in an...2023-06-2010 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandInterview with Jenn Granneman, co-author of 'Sensitive', hosted by Gracie KingGracie King talks with Jenn Granneman about all things 'Sensitive' -The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World - and the important messages and insights it gives into the lives of highly sensitive people.
Topics covered included:
how Jenn, as an introverted HSP, balances demanding entrepreneurship with meeting her own sensitive needs
why Jenn feels passionate about educating the public about high sensitivity and advocating for HSPs and everyone to embrace the gifts of sensitivity
what HSPs should carefully consider before deciding whether to have children
how HSP parents can...2023-06-1639 min
Long Story ShortLong Story Short, Sensitivity is a SuperpowerThis week Skye and Amanda read Sensitive: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World and talk about authors, Granneman and Solo’s goal to destigmatize the way that society tends to see and respond to highly sensitive people.The two discuss the true definition of sensitive, share a check list of examples of what being sensitive may look like, discuss the 3 types of sensitive and the 5 gifts that come with being a sensitive person. They also talk about the concept of overstimulation and how it often shows up in highly se...2023-06-011h 28
Hush LoudlyHushLoudly: Jenn Granneman, co-author of Sensitive, The Secret Lives of Introverts and the founder of Introvert, Dear
HushLoudly’s Jeri Bingham speaks with Jenn Granneman, co-author of Sensitive, The Secret Lives of Introverts and the founder of Introvert, Dear, the world’s largest community for introverts. Are you considered a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or maybe you aren’t sure? Learn more about this segment of the population, their possible relationship to introverts, and how, as an HSP, you can learn to manage others’ energies while protecting your own. Understand how being an HSP is a gift, and how to manage potential challenges and obstacles. Learn more about Jenn and her books here.
https://serve.castfire...2023-05-2300 min
YOU: The Owner's ManualEP 1,149B - SENSITIVE: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too Much WorldYou’re too sensitive. You’re overreacting. Grow a thicker skin. You take everything so personally.We hear these comments all too often. There’s no denying sensitivity is surrounded by stigma. We discourage it in our children, judge it in our peers, and ultimately weaponize it in our relationships with colleagues and family members. While it’s not widely understood by the public, sensitivity is an essential human trait. In fact, nearly 1 in 3 people are highly sensitive individuals, and without them, we would not have the theory of evolution, the Declaration of Independence, or Netflix.Jenn Grann...2023-05-2300 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and ParentingHow to Speak Up to People Who Intimidate You as an Introvert by Cachet Prescott with Introvert DearCachet Prescott with Introvert, Dear informs us of how we can speak up to intimidating people.Episode 1762: How to Speak Up to People Who Intimidate You as an Introvert by Cachet Prescott with Introvert DearJenn Granneman is the founder of Introvert, Dear and author of The Secret Lives of Introverts. She started Introvert, Dear in 2013 as her personal blog. She was living with an extroverted roommate, dating an extroverted guy, and working an extroverted job (teaching 4th grade). Jenn wanted to write about what it was like being an introvert living in an extrovert's...2023-05-2211 min
The Simple Sophisticate - Intelligent Living Paired with Signature Style357: The Gift of Being HSP, author Jenn Granneman talks about her New Book Sensitive Being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) is a fairly new identifier to describe anyone who is highly responsive to their environment. This high responsiveness can appear in a variety of ways and different arenas of our lives - physically, emotionally, in relationships, simply going about our days and interacting with the world around us. In 1996, American clinical research psychologist Dr. Elaine Aron wrote her seminal book The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive in a World That Overwhelms You, and it was in this book that term H...2023-05-1752 min
Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Independence and Money AdviceAre You Born an Introvert, or Do You Become One? by Andre SoloAndre Solo with Highly Sensitive Refuge talks nature versus nurture for introverts.Episode 2307: Are You Born an Introvert, or Do You Become One? by Andre SoloCo-founders Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo's mission is to prove that high sensitivity can be strong. It’s okay to be a highly sensitive person (HSP). In fact, the world could use a little more of what HSPs have.They are the voices of Highly Sensitive Refuge, a community where HSPs can be themselves, take a break from the harshness of the world, and feel understood. Our...2023-05-1411 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and ParentingWhat Are Introverts Like as Children? Here Are 7 Common Characteristics by Jenn GrannemanJenn Granneman of Introvert Dear talks about how to identify children who are introvertsEpisode 1742: What Are Introverts Like as Children? Here Are 7 Common Characteristics by Jenn GrannemanJenn Granneman is the founder of Introvert, Dear and author of The Secret Lives of Introverts. She started Introvert, Dear in 2013 as her personal blog. She was living with an extroverted roommate, dating an extroverted guy, and working an extroverted job (teaching 4th grade). Jenn wanted to write about what it was like being an introvert living in an extrovert's world.In true introvert form...2023-05-0513 min
Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement3 Simple Mindfulness Practices for Highly Sensitive People by Nikki AndersenNikki Andersen with Highly Sensitive Refuge shares 3 simple mindfulness practices for highly sensitive peopleEpisode 2749: 3 Simple Mindfulness Practices for Highly Sensitive People by Nikki AndersenCo-founders Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo's mission is to prove that high sensitivity can be strong. It's okay to be a highly sensitive person (HSP). In fact, the world could use a little more of what HSPs have.They are the voices of Highly Sensitive Refuge, a community where HSPs can be themselves, take a break from the harshness of the world, and feel understood. Our founders a...2023-05-0310 minOptimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and ParentingYou’re Not ‘Too Sensitive’ for Leaving a Toxic Situation by Lauren SapalaLauren Sapala with Highly Sensitive Refuge reminds you that you're not too sensitive for leaving a toxic situationEpisode 1740: You’re Not ‘Too Sensitive’ For Leaving a Toxic Situation by Lauren SapalaCo-founders Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo's mission is to prove that high sensitivity can be strong. It’s okay to be a highly sensitive person (HSP). In fact, the world could use a little more of what HSPs have.They are the voices of Highly Sensitive Refuge, a community where HSPs can be themselves, take a break from the harshness of the wo...2023-05-0311 min
Compassionate Conversations with Esther Kane, MSWJenn Granneman talks about her new book, SENSITIVESend us a textIn this episode, Esther Kane interviews Jenn Granneman, founder of the world’s largest online community for introverts, IntrovertDear.com, and the co-founder of HighlySensitiveRefuge.com. We discuss her new book, SENSITIVE which she co-wrote with Andre Solo.Episode Contents:0:00 Compassionate Conversations Intro0:24 HSP Series Intro2:13 Introduction of Jenn Granneman3:10 Jenn's personal experience of being a highly sensitive person 7:58 How she manages being in the public eye as an introvert and HSP10:00 The evolution in writing about introversion and now sensitivity 16:06 Differences between intro...2023-04-0544 min
WANTcast: The Women Against Negative Talk Podcast154: The Hidden Power Of Being A HIGHLY SENSITIVE PERSON with Jenn GrannemanEveryone has a sensitive side, but nearly one in three people have the genes to be more sensitive than others, both physically and emotionally. They tend to be big hearted, creative, and wired to go deep. Yet society tells them to hide the very sensitivity that makes them this way. Today's guest is Jenn Granneman, author of the new book SENSITIVE: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World. In this episode, we will talk about: What it actually means to be a sensitive person and a highly sensitive person2023-04-0454 min
Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting TeenagersEp 235: The Hidden Power of High SensitivityJenn Granneman, author of Sensitive, chats with us about recognizing and connecting with our highly sensitive teens. We cover how to help sensitive teens better manage feelings of overwhelm and the right way to nudge them beyond their comfort zone.Full show notesWhen a teen slams a door after not getting their way, or bursts into tears at a throwaway comment, parents might feel like every interaction with their teen ends in hysterics. Other times parents might worry their sensitive teen will have trouble making friends or being in groups because they are easily...2023-04-0225 min
Open Your Mind, Open a Free AudiobookSensitive: The Power of a Thoughtful Mind in an Overwhelming World Audiobook by Andre SóloListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 610795
Title: Sensitive: The Power of a Thoughtful Mind in an Overwhelming World
Author: Andre Sólo, Jenn Granneman
Narrator: Patty Nieman
Format: Unabridged
Length: 7:22:01
Language: English
Release date: 03-30-23
Publisher: PGRH UK
Genres: Self Development, Health & Wellness
Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin.
A ground-breaking look at the power of sensitivity to transform our relationships, career and life, from world-leading experts
Do you have a heightened sense of empathy? Do you often notice details that others ignore? Do you ever feel overwhelmed in a busy, loud environment?
I...2023-03-307h 22
The Quiet and Strong Podcast, Especially for IntrovertsEp 114 - The Gifts of Introverts and Highly Sensitive People with Jenn GrannemanIn this episode of "The Quiet and Strong Podcast," David visits with Jenn Granneman, founder of Introvert Dear and co-founder of Sensitive Refuge, to discuss the gifts of introversion and sensitivity and how these gifts can benefit us in various areas of life.We discuss her latest book, “Sensitive: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World.” Of course, we also discuss her first book “The Secret Lives of Introverts: Inside Our Hidden World.” I highly recommend both books! Being an Introvert or being Sensitive is something to be cherished and embraced...2023-03-2740 min