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The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie Bjelland25 Traits of the Sensitive Autistic Phenotype: Recognizing Yourself Beyond the Stereotypes by Julie Bjelland, LMFTIn this deeply validating episode, Julie Bjelland, LMFT, explores 25 common traits within the sensitive autistic phenotype—a presentation of autism often overlooked in women and those socialized to mask. These traits offer insight into why so many highly sensitive people are discovering, often in adulthood, that they are actually autistic. If you’ve felt “different” your whole life or struggled to fit into neurotypical expectations, this episode may provide the clarity and self-compassion you’ve been seeking.Julie discusses topics such as:Feeling out of place, misunderstood, or “not quite right”Social anxiety and communicat...2025-04-2433 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandWhen Life Feels Too Heavy: Discovering Those Tiny ‘Glimmers’ of Relief with Julie Bjelland, LMFTI focus on the concept of “glimmers”—those fleeting, positive moments that provide hope when life feels overwhelming. As someone who identifies as highly sensitive and neurodivergent, I share personal stories of grief, self-reflection, and the practical ways I train my brain to notice and savor moments of joy or relief. You’ll learn how cultivating glimmers can help regulate the nervous system, ease anxiety, and create anchors of stability and hope during challenging times.Resources Mentioned Sensitive Empowerment Community: A safe space to share experiences and connect with peers who “get it.” One-on-One S...2025-03-0136 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe Sensitive Autistic Phenotype: Insights for Individuals & Practitioners with Julie Bjelland, LMFTThis episode dives into the concept of the “sensitive autistic phenotype,” highlighting how many highly sensitive adults are discovering they are autistic later in life. The discussion emphasizes the need to view autism holistically, recognizing the intersection with gender, race, and other identities, and focuses on strength-based approaches and self-advocacy for better well-being.
Emerging Perspective on Autism: Understanding why highly sensitive individuals may not have fit the classic autism stereotypes.
Defining the Sensitive Autistic Phenotype: Emotional, sensory, and social sensitivity as core traits.
Why This Matters: The importance of accurate identification for adults who’ve felt misunderstood, and the ne...2025-01-2444 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandSensory Sensitivity and Overload: Exploring Their Impact on Wellness with Julie Bjelland, LMFTIn today’s episode, we’re diving into the powerful topic of sensory sensitivity and sensory overload, exploring how these experiences shape our lives and impact our wellness.
Episode Highlights:
What is sensory sensitivity, and why do neurodivergent individuals experience it?
The challenges of sensory overwhelm and its physical and emotional effects.
Examples of sensory overload in everyday life, from coffee shops to social events.
The long-term health impacts of repeated sensory overwhelm.
Practical tools and strategies to manage sensory challenges.
Embracing sensory joy and refr...2025-01-0848 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandDiscovering You're Autistic as an Adult: A Transformative Journey with Julie Bjelland, LMFTIn this episode, Julie Bjelland explores the life-changing experience of discovering you're autistic as an adult. She shares personal insights and stories from others who have embarked on this journey, highlighting the emotional and physical costs of masking, the unique traits of late-discovered autism, and the power of finally understanding yourself. Julie discusses common challenges faced by autistic individuals, including sensory sensitivities, chronic health issues, and societal misconceptions. She also provides strategies for unmasking, embracing your authentic self, and finding supportive communities.
Julie encourages listeners to embrace neurodiversity, honor their needs, and connect with others on the...2025-01-0335 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandNeurodiversity is as Essential as Biodiversity with Julie Bjelland, LMFTIn this episode, Julie Bjelland explores the powerful parallels between biodiversity in nature and neurodiversity in humanity. Discover how every unique mind contributes to the resilience, innovation, and balance of our world, much like every species plays a vital role in thriving ecosystems. Julie dives into:
The lessons biodiversity teaches us about neurodiversity.
How rigid societal norms stifle creativity and harm neurodivergent individuals.
Why embracing and supporting neurodivergent people is essential for a resilient society.
Practical ways to create inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.
Learn how we can...2024-12-2726 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandBurnout Recovery and Prevention: For the Sensitive and Autistic with Julie Bjelland, LMFTDive into the topic of burnout recovery and prevention, particularly for sensitive and autistic individuals. Burnout is a pervasive challenge for many neurodivergent people, and Julie provides practical tools, strategies, and insights to help listeners identify, manage, and prevent burnout.
Topics Covered:
Understanding Burnout: Emotional, physical, behavioral, and sensory signs of burnout, including chronic fatigue, irritability, and decision-making struggles.
Why Sensitive and Autistic People Are More Prone to Burnout: The impact of sensory overload, emotional exhaustion, chronic masking, and societal pressures.
Consequences of Chronic Burnout: Links to chronic illness, autoimmune conditions...2024-12-1235 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandWhy Are So Many Sensitive People Discovering They’re Autistic? With Julie Bjelland, LMFTIn this episode of The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast, I explore why so many sensitive individuals, particularly women and those assigned female at birth (AFAB), are discovering their autism later in life. Together, we’ll tackle the misconception that autism is a “fad”—an idea that suggests people are falsely claiming to be autistic as part of a trend. I’ll explain why this view is not only wrong but harmful and how greater awareness is helping people recognize traits that were overlooked for decades.
I’ll also answer a listener’s question about whether heightened empathy is compatible wi...2024-12-0529 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie Bjelland10 Strategies for Managing Overwhelming Feelings of Injustice with Julie Bjelland, LMFTDescription:In this episode of The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast, Julie Bjelland explores how injustice can deeply affect sensitive and neurodivergent individuals. With heightened empathy and a strong sense of fairness, many of us feel overwhelmed by the injustices we witness in the world. Julie shares 10 actionable strategies to help you manage these emotions, find empowerment, and prepare for meaningful action.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How to acknowledge your feelings without judgment.
Tips for focusing on what’s within your control.
The importance of self-care and stepping into...2024-11-2620 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandFinding Calm: A Grounding Meditation for the Sensitive & Neurodivergent During Uncertain TimesLife can feel overwhelming and distressing in uncertain times, especially for sensitive and neurodivergent people. That’s why it’s even more important to turn inward, ground ourselves, and find a sense of stability within. By nurturing our inner world, we can create a safe, steady space amidst the external chaos, allowing us to respond with greater calm and resilience.
Welcome, everyone, to The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast. I’m Julie Bjelland, a psychotherapist specializing in high sensitivity, late-discovered autism in women, and neurodivergence. This podcast is a space for you to find comfort, connection, and tools to nav...2024-11-1513 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHow to Stay Emotionally and Psychologically Safe in the Midst of Distressing Media with Dr Melanie JoyWe are all too often bombarded by disturbing and distressing media and this can be extremely overwhelming for sensitive people. We can find it extremely challenging to manage the intensity of emotions that are often felt from over-witnessing suffering and violence in our media. As a result, we can spend a great deal of energy intentionally avoiding being exposed. Some things are, however, simply can't be avoided.
In this insightful interview, Dr Melanie Joy shares the psychology of why we turn away from the things we desire to change the most and shines a light on common...2024-11-1049 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe Pain of Being Misunderstood and the Joy of Belonging with Julie Bjelland, LMFT and Willow McIntoshEpisode Highlights:
Feeling Misunderstood: Julie and Willow explore the emotional impact of being misunderstood as sensitive and neurodivergent individuals, and how these experiences shape self-image and relationships.
From Misunderstanding to Belonging: Julie shares contrasting experiences of recently feeling misunderstood in one situation and deeply connected in another.
The Power of Belonging: Both hosts discuss the healing power of finding spaces where you are understood and valued, with Julie reflecting on her bonding experience in the Autistic Women’s Group.
Self-Acceptance and Boundaries: They highlight the importance of setting boundaries and embracing se...2024-10-2451 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandFinding Light in the Darkness: Rediscovering Joy Through Hard Seasons with Julie Bjelland, LMFT and Willow McIntoshIn this episode of the HSP and Neurodivergent podcast, host Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntosh explore how to find light in the darkness, even during grief and difficult times. They discuss the importance of intentionally seeking joy, even in small moments, and how this practice helps manage overwhelming emotions and build resilience. Julie shares her personal experiences with grief after losing her mother, highlighting the physical and emotional toll it took on her and how finding moments of joy, like photography, helped her heal.
The conversation touches on the challenges sensitive and neurodivergent individuals face, such as...2024-10-1756 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandLearning to Embrace Feeling Deeply and Finding the Joy of the Real You with Julie Bjelland, LMFT, and Willow McIntoshWelcome to this episode of the HSP and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie Bjelland, LMFT, and guest Willow McIntosh. This episode celebrates the 5th anniversary of the Sensitive Empowerment Community. We discuss milestones, including reaching listeners in 183 countries and ranking in the top 1.5% of podcasts globally.
Season Two Kickoff: Julie shares exciting news about starting Season Two after completing 200 episodes in Season One.
Global Reach: The podcast now reaches 183 countries, highlighting the wide impact on sensitive and neurodivergent individuals worldwide.
Grief and Growth: Julie opens up about her personal experience with grief after the...2024-10-1150 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandEpisode 200: The Sensitive Person's Toolkit for Challenging Days with Julie Bjelland, LMFTIn this episode of the HSP and Neurodivergent podcast, I share insights on managing the tough days that sensitive individuals often face. After recently losing my mom, I’ve realized how crucial it is to have a "Sensitive Person's Toolkit" to help navigate overwhelming emotions, sensory overload, and other unique challenges.
I discuss common struggles like emotional burnout, strained relationships, social exhaustion, and grief, offering practical tips and tools, such as the use of cold water and ice for immediate relief, practicing self-compassion, and grounding techniques.
I also invite you to join the Sensitive Empowerment Co...2024-09-0337 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandEpisode 199: Intuitive Parenting: Emotional Regulation Strategies with Carol Huckle and Carolina MariposaIn this episode, Sensitive Empowerment Community members Carol Huckle and Carolina Mariposa co-host quarterly Intuitive Parenting events, in which members discuss the joys and challenges of parenting as HSP's, while supporting one another in our parenting and caregiving journeys. While these events are not normally recorded to maintain privacy of participants, Carol and Carolina hosted this public Q&A session in which SEC members submitted written questions ahead of time. The themes that arose included how to support our sensitive children with intense emotions, how to stay calm while we support our children, and how to help everyone in...2024-07-2848 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe Gift of Vulnerability: Finding Strength in Our True Self with Julie and WillowIn this conversation, Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntosh share personal stories and insights about their experiences as highly sensitive people (HSPs). Julie talks about her rescue mission to save a baby seagull and how her sensitivity allowed her to notice and help the bird. Willow discusses his journey of self-discovery and the process of letting go of old patterns to embrace his true self. Both speakers emphasize the importance of embracing sensitivity and intuition and the power of connecting with our inner child. The conversation explores the natural state of humans and animals, the importance of embracing sensitivity, and the...2024-07-091h 02
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandEpisode 196: Living Beyond Fear and Doubt with Misa Hopkins and Andrea WeberIn this conversation, Misa Hopkins discusses the topics of fear, doubt, self-worth, and perfectionism. She explains that fear and doubt stem from the separation of consciousness and the belief in unworthiness, abandonment, and rejection. Misa emphasizes the importance of understanding that these experiences do not indicate anything is wrong with us, but rather are a result of consciousness becoming self-aware. She also explores the role of ego in our lives and how it can be embraced and balanced to create a healthy relationship. Additionally, Misa discusses the deep discontent that often arises in our 40s and 50s and how...2024-07-0558 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandEpisode 195: Feeling Flawed with Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntoshWelcome to our latest episode, "Feeling Flawed," in which Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntosh share their personal experiences of sensitivity and neurodivergence. They explore the impact of feeling flawed, the importance of self-compassion, and how embracing our unique traits can lead to empowerment and well-being. Join us as we discuss creating supportive environments that celebrate individuality and foster positive change.
Julie’s Resources & Links
New Children’s Book for the Sensitive and Neurodivergent: The Adventures of Niko the Highly Sensitive Dog. Visit SensitiveNiko.com
One-on-one Coaching and Consultations with Julie
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The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandEpisode 194: The Challenges of Sensitivity with Julie Bjelland, LMFTSummary In this episode, Julie Bjelland discusses the challenges of sensitivity and how they can impact highly sensitive and neurodivergent individuals. She shares her own experiences and highlights the importance of validation, understanding, and self-care. Some of the challenges discussed include sound sensitivity, feeling misunderstood, managing energy levels, sensory overwhelm, travel challenges, negative emotions, medical challenges, feeling different, managing other people's emotions, and social isolation. Julie also emphasizes the need for supportive communities and the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care.
Resources Mentioned in Episode
Courses Mentioned: Get 50% off today! HSPcourses.com
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The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandEpisode 193: Being Ourselves in the World with Julie and WillowShow Notes
Julie and Willow discuss the challenges of planning and traveling, the importance of trust and presence, and their love for animals and nature. In this conversation, Julie and Willow discuss the joy of observing sea creatures and the importance of deep connections. They share personal stories of friendship and the freedom of being authentic. They also emphasize the significance of embracing one's unique identity, especially during Pride Month. The conversation concludes with an invitation for listeners to join the Sensitive Empowerment Community and to ask personal questions for future episodes.
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The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandEpisode 192: Embracing Neurodiversity with Julie and WillowThe conversation between Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntosh covers self-acceptance, neurodiversity, sensory experiences, and the impact of personal discovery on mental and physical health. The discussion also delves into the importance of connection, shared experiences, and the significance of rest and self-care for highly sensitive individuals. The conversation covers sleep, neurodiversity in the workplace, children's books, identity, and the importance of creating a safe space for the sensitive and neurodivergent to explore their gifts and abilities. It also delves into the challenges neurodivergent individuals face and the need for acceptance and understanding in society. The conversation emphasizes embracing neurodiversity...2024-06-041h 01
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandEpisode 191: Grieving the Loss of A Parent with Krista O'Reilly-Davi-DiguiIn this episode, Krista discusses the topic of grieving the loss of a parent. She covers the messiness of grief, the factors that influence grief experiences, and the four tasks of mourning: accepting the loss, processing grief, adjusting to a new reality, and finding a lasting connection. She also shares the six needs of a grieving person, including having pain witnessed, expressing feelings, releasing guilt, addressing old wounds, integrating pain and love, and finding meaning in time. Krista emphasizes the importance of healthy boundaries and self-care during the grieving process. In this conversation, Krista discusses the different stages of...2024-06-031h 03
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe Hidden World of Autistic Women with Julie Bjelland, LMFTEpisode Summary:
In this episode of the HSP and Neurodivergent podcast, psychotherapist Julie Bjelland delves deep into the hidden world of autistic women, aiming to illuminate the unique challenges and strengths that have not been well understood until now. A significant focus is placed on the reality that many autistic women remain undiagnosed, often due to the subtle and internalized nature of their experiences.
Julie shares profound insights from her personal journey and professional assessments, emphasizing how these experiences can profoundly impact personal identity and societal interaction. The discussion explores the concept of the "supercomputer...2024-05-1326 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHighly Sensitive, Autistic, or both? Understanding the Differences with Julie Bjelland, LMFTIn this episode, I discuss the differences that set autism apart from high sensitivity, particularly in women. I highlight the outdated diagnostic criteria for autism and the misdiagnosis or lack of diagnosis in many women. We'll explore the unique characteristics of autistic women, such as the challenges of masking, the need for solitude, and the intense sensitivity across multiple senses. I also emphasize the importance of self-compassion and acceptance for autistic individuals and the need for a neurodiverse society.
Resources Mentioned
Assessments and Consultations with me: https://www.juliebjelland.com/consultations-with-julie
Stay updated...2024-05-0635 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandExciting Announcements and Personal Journey UpdateSo many exciting things to share with you!
Resources Mentioned
Free Workshop
Updated Sensitivity Quiz
Autism Quiz for the Sensitive
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The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe Importance of Self-Acceptance with Willow and JulieAn important area for the well-being of HSPs is self-acceptance. Yet what does this really mean and how do we know when we have a good bearing on it? Self acceptance is one of the greatest foundations of feeling joyful. Conversely, self rejection can be sneaky in how it operates, and a very painful place to operate from, especially as a deep feeling HSP. Join us as we look at what self-acceptance means and how the ‘loving witness’ can become our greatest ally.
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2023-12-0741 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandGetting to Know Julie and Willow! Answering Your Personal QuestionsHave you always wondered something about Willow or me? Join us for a fun conversation where you have a chance to get to know us better! Here are some of the questions we answered...
What is your most unusual sensitivity?
When did you both realize you had High Sensory gifts, and what were/are they? Have more gifts opened up since you first recognized you had the trait?
How have your sensitivity and empathic abilities changed over the years; are you getting more so or less so?
As prominent leaders for th...2023-11-091h 06
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandA Key to Flourishing: Nurturing and Valuing Sensitivity by Julie Bjelland, LMFTHigh sensitivity is an essential trait that has evolved for the survival of the species, and understanding this leads us to a more compassionate understanding of ourselves. The challenges experienced by us as HSPs are not from any inherent flaw within us but rather from a disparity between our sensitivity levels and the demands of the external environment. By intentionally nurturing our sensitive nervous systems, we unlock our potential to flourish and uncover our valuable gifts.
In this session, you’ll discover:
Understanding and reshaping our perception of sensitivity is an essential foundational step to flo...2023-10-1939 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThriving Through & Beyond Grief as HSPs with Krista O'Reilly-Davi-DiguiWe will all grieve at some point - not only because grief comes in many forms (not only from the death of a loved one) but also because death is a natural part of being human. Yet we live in a grief and trauma illiterate society which often isolates and harms those doing their best to keep their head above water and find their way forward through and beyond painful life experiences.
All trauma involves grief / not all grief involves trauma. As an HSP, our experience of grief (including traumatic grief) can be even more intense, and i...2023-10-1447 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandIt's Never too Late to Pursue Your Dreams with Julie and WillowHave you ever felt that yearning for something yet found the path to change daunting?
We're here to remind you that even amid uncertainty, change is possible, and the rewards are immeasurable. So, whether you're on the cusp of change, already knee-deep in transformation, or simply contemplating the possibilities, I invite you to join us on this enlightening voyage. Together, we'll unearth the courage within you, igniting the flame of possibility and empowering you to live a life that resonates with your deepest aspirations.
Willow and I will delve into the exhilarating pursuit of your dr...2023-09-2852 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie Bjelland'Sensitive' Book Discussion with our HSP CoachesJoin our four HSP Coaches for this enlightening discussion about the recent book Sensitive by Jenn Granneman and Andre Solo.
Together, our coaches will bring perspectives on sensitivity as it relates to parenting, career choices, being self-employed, and working in corporate environments. New insights and real-life stories will be highlighted, and reflection questions will be offered for the audience to share.
This is a wonderful interview full of insights and joyful engagement with the audience, so you're sure to enjoy it.
Meet Your Hosts:
Val Nelson is a care...2023-09-1658 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie Bjelland10 Reasons Why Highly Sensitive People Feel Challenged Making Friends with Julie Bjelland, LMFTHighly sensitive people (HSPs) may encounter specific challenges when making friends due to their unique traits and sensitivities. Learn some reasons why HSPs might find it more challenging to make friends.
HSPs can make friends by leveraging their unique traits and sensitivities. Learn some specific tips to help build meaningful friendships.
Remember that making friends is not about changing who you are but finding individuals who appreciate you for your authentic self. It's perfectly okay to be selective about the people you allow into your life, as quality friendships can significantly impact your well-being as...2023-09-0630 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe Benefits of Being In Tune With Our Bodies with Dr Julia Hipp and Andrea WeberJoin host Andrea Weber with special guest Dr. Julia Hipp as they discuss the benefits of being in tune with our bodies and how this can be helpful to our health and well-being.
Highly sensitive people have the gift of being able to do this more so than others when we are taking care of ourselves, when we are listening, and when we are honoring our needs. We are less able to tune in to what our bodies are telling us when we are stressed and overwhelmed.
Being in tune with our physical bodies can h...2023-08-0839 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHosting a Dream Circle with Katharine Donovan KaneDream Circles – what are they, why are they important vehicles for dream appreciation, and how do you form one for your family or friends? These and other queries will be the focus of this intriguing class.
Dreams are stories emerging from our inner wisdom. They speak a non-literal, symbolic language. This introductory class offers participants an outline for hosting enriching, non-therapeutic dream circles, including how to create safe containers for dreamwork.
Meet our Guest Speaker
Katharine Donovan Kane (she/her) is certified in dreamwork, spiritual companionship, and life coaching. She is part s...2023-08-0726 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandInner Child Healing - A Powerful Tool for Growing Self-Love with Julie AirdJulie Aird has seen firsthand how powerful and profound Inner Child Work can be for personal growth and transformation through her own experiences as well as her clients.
Julie is excited to share with you a specific inner child practice that she has found to be one of the most powerful tools used in her 30+ years of personal and spiritual work.
Working with the inner child is one of the tools Julie uses to help us nurture and release parts of us that are stuck in our past so that we can be totally present in our...2023-07-0247 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandIntentionally Rediscovering Ourselves with Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntoshPracticing intentional self-discovery after experiencing transitions (relationship/friendship/family/health/life changes, moves, career changes, etc) as well as learning about the trait of high sensitivity is crucial for reconnecting with our truest authentic selves and ensuring that we live in alignment with our current needs and values. Transitions have a way of reshaping us, sometimes causing us to lose touch with our innermost essence. By intentionally engaging in self-discovery, we create a space for introspection and reflection, allowing us to gain a deeper understanding of who we are and what we truly want. This process empowers us to...2023-06-2348 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandSoothing Sound Bath Meditation for Relaxation and Release with Brandy JenkinsThis restorative sound bath with crystal and Himalayan singing bowls was created to promote deep relaxation and stress relief.
Singing bowls elicit frequencies and vibrations that support the brain and work on a cellular level to promote a sense of inner peace, clarity & centeredness, which can help reduce stress and promote a renewed sense of well-being.
The following will help you gain the most from the experience:
Use earphones, earbuds, or a good external speaker for the best experience.
Find a quiet space where you can comfortably sit or lay down and relax.
You ma...2023-06-1238 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe Muddle of the Mind and How to Claim our True Sense of Self with Willow McIntoshAs HSPs, one of the greatest challenges we face is managing our energy and our thoughts. This can wreak havoc when it comes to our well-being, productivity, and sense of self-value.
It is often helpful to consider that we are not our minds. Even though our minds can feel so prominent to us as HSPs because of how extensively we are processing.
The nature of who we are does not reside in our minds and thoughts. The truth of who we are is a much deeper experience.
...2023-05-2640 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHelping our Young HSP Adults Through Times of Transition with Carolina Mariposa and Andrea WeberJoin us as we explore how to help our young HSP adults transition through major milestones such as finishing school, starting college, moving out of home, taking on their first jobs, and navigating the world around them.
Some of the topics discussed include:
The inherent challenges within transitions and their impact on HSPs
What needs young adult HSPs have from their family members during major transitions
What types of support young adult HSPs and/or their family members may need during times of transition
Types of tools that may...2023-04-1656 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandUnderstanding the Importance of Our Role Locally and Globally as HSPs with Willow McIntoshThe trait of high sensitivity is becoming more and more widely known in the world these days. We are beginning to understand the advantages as well as learning how to manage our challenges.
It is most encouraging to know that the trait is genetic and not caused through trauma or conditioning. It is naturally occurring and designed to give the human race an advantage. Our ability to process more deeply allows us to perceive and understand the world differently. It is understood that initially, nature gave us this ability to be aware of more in our surroundings t...2023-03-2448 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe Importance of Understanding our Value as HSPs with Willow and JulieThe notion of value can mean different things. Yet in the context of personal value, it can mean the difference between a life of struggle and one of meaning and abundance. As HSPs, the value we bring to the world is often connected to our ability to process more deeply. In other words, the way in which we see and perceive the world brings a valuable perspective to our respective arenas of interest. For example, if we work with people, the ability to see and feel more gives us a greater capacity to enthuse, guide and lead. If we...2023-02-2336 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandSaving HSP Lives and Improving Mental Health with Julie BjellandIn a recent survey of 326 HSPs collected over five days between December 17-22, 2022
over 90% of HSPs have had thoughts of suicide.
over 18% have attempted suicide
almost 33% use alcohol or drugs to numb emotional pain.
We can learn a lot from this survey on how to support and save HSP lives.
Things that were named that make it hard to cope
Overwhelming and intense emotions
Sensory overload
Absorbing the suffering of others and the world
Feeling different and misunderstood
Not understanding how to support their sensitivity
3 AREAS THAT HELP + RECOMMENDED RESOURCES TO SUPPORT THOSE...2023-01-2046 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandPersonal Update, New Resource, Neurodiversity, HSP LibrarySharing a personal update and a new resource I created for you to help you advocate for your needs medically. Plus, I talk about the Standford Neurodiversity Summit, the similarities and differences between Autism and HSPs, and how our challenges with Sensory Overload are similar for those of us high on the sensitivity scale. Sensory Overload tends to be one of our biggest challenges and often the culprit of emotional reactivity, anxiety, irritability, sleep issues, exhaustion, and even loss of productivity, creativity, and focus. I share some of the HSP events we have coming up and how to watch the...2022-11-1024 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandLower Anxiety, Improve Wellness and Discover Your Sensitive Gifts with Julie Bjelland, hosted by Bevin Niemann-CortezThis interview is part of the Empaths, Sensitives & Intuitives Summit, a free online event. For more information, please visit https://evolvedempathsummit.com. This recording is a copyright of The Shift Network. All rights reserved.
I'll discuss the three steps to conscious wellness for Highly Sensitive People and Empaths. Learn about high sensitivity, understand brain differences making you more susceptible to anxiety, and how to regulate your sensitive nervous system. Live consciously, guided by your body cues and intuition, doing what's right for you, and self-care the HSP way. Spending time with other Highly Sensitive People and Empaths...2022-10-2438 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandNavigating Change as HSPs with Gracie KingBig life changes (even positive ones!) can turn our worlds upside down. For HSPs, being able to put many routines on autopilot can save precious energy and processing time.
So how can we better navigate the big changes that interrupt our finely honed routines?
This event addresses why change impacts HSPs so much, and how we can better prepare for expected changes and bounce back sooner from unexpected ones. Several tools are offered for maneuvering effectively through change using openness, curiosity, and lightness.
Gracie King has a background in psychology and counseling and...2022-09-3027 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHow to discover your purpose as an HSP with Willow and JulieAs HSPs we actually have an advantage when it comes to discovering our purpose. Our ability to process the world at a deeper level allows us particular abilities. These abilities are intended and why the trait naturally occurs in 20% of the population. The way in which we each process the world from a sensory point of view is unique to each of us, yet it is happening for a reason. A reason that is linked to areas of life we each care deeply about. By exploring what matters to us most and considering how we have had particular callings...2022-09-0852 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandConscious Living for HSPs Seeking Wellness with Julie and WillowConscious living means paying attention to what supports our mind, body, and soul to help us live fulfilling, healthy lives. As sensitive people, we are exposed to and more affected by stress, environmental concerns, the energy of the people around us, and what we eat!
Overwhelm, anxiety, brain fog, low energy and mood, skin problems, pain, chronic health conditions, etc., can all improve when we make conscious choices about what is right for us and what isn’t.
Sometimes that means we do things out of the box, too, and we want to encourage and su...2022-08-1149 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe Gift and the Curse of Decision Making as HSPs with Willow and JulieMaking decisions as HSPs can be taxing at the best of times. Our ability to process at a deep level means we can end up in an ever-expanding thought cycle. Things can become quite difficult when coupled with the anxiety of a potentially unwanted outcome. With high levels of intuition and the ability to feel deeply, we have a significant advantage in decision-making. When we allow it, there is a strong sense of knowing that is there to guide us on a day-to-day basis. Yet how can we tap into these abilities more consciously and come to rely on...2022-07-1445 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandAnswering HSP Questions with Julie & WilowJulie and Willow answer your HSP Questions!
How can we stay regulated and balanced while we are feeling deep excitement so we can sleep?
Can you speak to how perfectionism keeps us trapped from trying out new things and leading our lives with curiosity?
I get severe overwhelm when driving, particularly in busy or unfamiliar areas. Also going to places such as airports. I was wondering what advice you might have for such situations
When things get really busy for me I can become very drained and tired. My body can become achy and fatigued and also mentally...2022-06-1654 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHow to manage low energy, negative thoughts, and overprocessing as HSPs with Willow and JulieThe human mind is wired to look out for us which can often mean thinking worst-case scenarios and a negative view of things. It takes conscious effort to maintain a positive outlook for us all, which of course is not always easy. As HSPs we sometimes have a tendency to turn our powerful cognitive processing ability in on ourselves. When this is coupled with low energy or a pattern of self-doubt and low self-esteem our own minds can quickly become a very difficult place to be. The trouble is, it can be difficult to identify what are just low-frequency thoughts...2022-04-2148 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandSimple Self-Care for Sensitive Souls, part of the Empaths, Sensitives & Intuitives SummitThis interview is part of the Empaths, Sensitives & Intuitives Summit a free online event. For more information, and to register free, click here. This recording is a copyright of The Shift Network. All rights reserved.
The modern world is often overwhelming and stressful for those with sensitive nervous systems. You often suffer from the challenges of sensory overload, impacting your mental health, and also your physical health. Fortunately, there are simple tools that Julie Bjelland, LMFT, will share that have helped thousands of highly sensitive people (HSPs) move from surviving into thriving, allowing you to live life to...2021-11-2342 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandDo you have guilt or shame around being sensitive? A discussion with Julie and WillowGuilt and shame tend to be a big problem for HSPs.
For the purposes of this episode, we are going to discuss this in relation to the trait of high sensitivity.
Guilt Culprits: We often try to please people. We don’t want to experience their disappointment. We try to do the right thing. We might feel guilty for setting boundaries, taking alone time, or needing to do things differently.
Shame culprits: Most of us have been told our whole lives that something is wrong with us for being “too sensitive” so we often...2021-11-0551 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe risks of assuming everyone can do what we can do as HSPs with Willow and JulieAs a percentage of the population nature has given us an ability to process sensory information more deeply. Our amazing trait is intended. Just as the role we are here to play in the world is intended. For many of us as HSPs, we have had to work out our place for ourselves. Learning how to find self-love and acceptance without guidance. Yet for many of us we are aware that beneath the challenges we often face, there is something we are good at. Something aligned with an area of life that fascinates us. So many of us as...2021-10-0548 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHSPs & Sensory Overload with Julie and WillowQuick Definition: Sensory overload is when our senses take in more information than our brain can keep up with processing.
In this episode:
Problem: HSPs not living to their fullest potential and the world needs you
Purpose: educate and validate that Sensory Overload is a real experience & give you tools & support
Offer solutions for you to live your best life (helps teens and children too!)
We take in more data than the majority. When our brain is overwhelmed by this input, it enters the fight/flight/freeze mode making us want to flee or fight o...2021-09-0752 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe Healing Power of Being an Empath with Dr. Judith OrloffDr. Judith Orloff shares:
"As a psychiatrist and an empath, I am fascinated by how the phenomenon of empathy works. I feel passionately that empathy is the medicine the world needs right now. Empathy will be the deciding factor between war and peace, between hatred and tolerance. We need to grow larger than our smaller selves and egos to be empathic in our lives. Empathy is the game-changer. It is the trait that will ultimately save the world.
I feel passionately that empathy is the medicine the world needs right now. Empathy will be the d...2021-05-0450 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandFeel to Heal: Regulate your Emotions through the Power of Music with Ada & NathanJoin us for a generative discussion on how we can leverage the power of music in our everyday lives to help us feel, heal, and thrive. This special session will include an immersive sound bath meditation to experience the power of sound healing in practice.
As highly sensitive people, we feel the world more acutely than others. And yet, we live in a culture that fears emotion. Often, we deny, repress, and hide our emotions, feeling like there is something wrong with us when we experience anger, anxiety, frustration, insecurity, overwhelm, and more. Left unexpressed, our emotions...2021-04-201h 02
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHigh Sensitivity and Sexuality with Sarah MathewsUnique challenges and benefits of being a highly sensitive person when it comes to sex and sexuality. Additional information on relationship styles, sexual identity, and sexual preferences.
Sarah shares, "It is ok to be the HSP you are with the sexual preferences that you have!"
Some of what we discussed during this episode:
High Sensation Seeking HSPs
Tantra Sex
Importance of self-compassion, self-acceptance, and self-love development
Advocating for your needs and communicating about your needs
Living authentically sexually
Coming out later, I share my story
Polyamory
The spectrum of Sexuality and Gender
Tips for tir...2021-02-1752 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHSPs and The Polyvagal Theory of Stress with Sukie BaxterUnderstanding the Polyvagal Theory of stress and how stress impacts your biology as an HSP. We'll dig into the concept of nervous system regulation and how HSPs can use it to turn their sensitivity into a superpower.
Here are some questions answered in this event:
1. What is Polyvagal Theory and how might it help HSPs to understand it?
2. How might regulating the nervous system lower the challenges of sensitivity?
3. How can HSPs leverage Polyvagal Theory to enable their unique creative genius to thrive?
Also we had some discussion on the marginalized experience of the LGBTQ community and the black community a...2021-02-0951 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandConfidence a Discussion with Julie and WillowI’ve noticed that so often something gets in the way of HSPs believing and accessing Confidence. Many of us have received messages our whole life that something is wrong with us for being so sensitive. Or maybe we have been so overwhelmed by the challenges of our sensitive nervous system that we are in survival mode, instead of truly living our life with purpose. Not having confidence can show up in the following ways not exploring your needs not advocating for your needs saying yes when you want to say no not moving forward if something isn’t perf...2021-01-2853 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandDiscover Your Calling: An Inspiring Mastermind with Willow McIntoshWow, this was a powerful event that moved me and several of us to tears. Willow has an extraordinary gift of facilitating a connection of HSPs to their gifts!
You are invited to a mastermind with Willow McIntosh showing you how to turn your high sensitivity into high sensory intelligence for service, business and soul fulfillment!
Until we witness for ourselves what it is like to see the world as a deep sensory experience, it is very difficult to bring our purpose into action.
What is the process?
It is a...2020-11-241h 08
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandAsk Julie!Today we celebrate our 100th Episode on World HSP Day! Yay! I'm answering HSP questions!
Here are the questions HSPs asked from my Sensitive Empowerment Community!
I would like to understand the difference between the two terms Processing time vs Restorative time a little better.
how to help ourselves when we experience feelings of disappointment.
In the brain training course, we learn that when we are in fight/flight mode and this reaches a certain point of overwhelm with emotions and stress that we can get stuck in our emotional brain and can't access the logical b...2020-10-0655 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandEFT for HSPs with Terry HernonWe will learn how the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) can help HSPs deal with overwhelm or feelings of stress, anxiety, or shyness, or can help them excavate and identify feelings they’ve lost touch with and we will go through a round or two of EFT so we can be comfortable using it on ourselves.
Terry wants us to know that the power to feel better, calmer, less overwhelmed, and clearer is literally in our own hands.
She shares: "I will offer tips and information about how Emotional Freedom Techniques can help calm the nervous sy...2020-09-2248 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandEmpowering HSPs to Vote InformedThis is the most crucial upcoming election in the United States that we have ever had and there is a lot at stake. I’ve always believed that Highly sensitive people can make a true difference in the world.
I have a commitment to helping to empower you in all ways. So I want to empower you to vote in this upcoming election. This is the most crucial election of our lives right now. What happens during this election is going to greatly impact our future, our earth, and the lives of everyone.
We...2020-09-1906 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandWhat is Joy for an HSP? with Willow and JulieJoy! What does it look and feel like to be truly happy as an HSP? What is it exactly we are striving for? Are we often comparing our happiness to what it looks like in non HSPs? The pursuit of happiness is a huge topic in itself and is often referred to as being only attained through the acceptance that we can’t be happy all the time! However it goes deeper and research indicates that happiness means the pursuit of meaning, service and authentic social relationships. Whilst there is certainly a need for meaning, service and authentic relationships fo...2020-09-1748 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandDreams: Our Inner Compass with Dr. Lourdes ViadoDreams are a powerful tool for deep self-knowledge and inner guidance. Why dreams matter, the different kinds of dreams, dream interpretation, dream retention.
Dr. Lourdes Viado is a Jungian psychotherapist with a private practice in Las Vegas NV, where she helps anxious, stressed out, sensitive women manage their lives without feeling like they’re drowning. She is a Myers-Briggs Typology Indicator (MBTI) Certified Practitioner and integrates mindfulness, neuroscience, dreams, and astrology into her work with clients. She is also the host of the Women In-Depth Podcast: Conversations about the Inner Lives of Women, which has been downloaded over...2020-09-151h 02
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandUsing Our Emotions To Find Peace in Times of Stress with Luciana GarciaLoved the power of this conversation so much! Enjoy the meditation she does at the end too!
Emotional integration ( the mindfulness of feeling) is a unique technique that everyone can learn to create a healthy and positive relationship with their emotions especially for those of us that are highly sensitive people.
Lucia shares: "I would love to talk about the importance of normalizing feeling our emotions, and how to do that. For us HSP we feel so much, that it's easy to get overwhelmed and shut down. Emotional Integration and meditation have transformed the lives of...2020-09-081h 05
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHSPs Ask Julie QuestionsHere are the questions submitted from my Sensitive Empowerment community.
What are some effective ways I can practice to try to quiet or tune out the words that others have said to me so that I can focus on taking care of myself?
I often find that I am responding to what's going on outside of me, and in particular, what others are thinking about me, instead of responding to what is going on inside of me. In doing so, I lose touch with myself and don't get my needs met a lot of the...2020-09-011h 04
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHonoring Authenticity and Diversity with Julie and WillowDiscussing honoring sensitivity, LGBTQ equality, equal rights, educating ourselves about how to heal systemic racism and how we can support black, indigenous people of color (BIPOC)
So important for us to be ourselves in the world and not only accept differences but to embrace differences
Let’s start celebrating the beauty of all of our differences. Why would we want to be the same? It is in the differences that make us valuable and beautiful in the world.
I share my own story of hiding who I was as I tried to be in the role of b...2020-08-2750 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandTrusting the flow as an HSP with Willow and JulieHSPs typically fall into two categories when we fall out of sync with ourselves. We become either the ‘pusher’ or the ‘hider’. These two shadow sides of our character cause us to either force ourselves to try to get what we need or we go the other way and hide altogether. Neither are effective strategies to function and are a clear indicator we are out of the flow and out of sync with ourselves. Living in this way can lead to burn out, stress, and depression. Join us this week as we discuss the importance of recognizing we achieve in diffe...2020-08-2053 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHow to Use Journaling to Honor Your Sensitive Needs and Set Boundaries with Mai OliphantAt some point in the highly sensitive person's life, someone said they were "too sensitive." It makes you doubt yourself and ignore your needs. How to use journaling to honor your sensitive needs and set boundaries. Especially with people who don't honor your boundaries.
Mai Oliphant helps people use journaling for healing and growth.
Download free journal prompts: https://www.shapemailife.com/
Check out her daily journal prompts on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/shapemailife/
The HSP Podcast with Julie Bjelland www.HSPpodcast.com2020-08-0639 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandAnswering HSP QuestionsMy Sensitive Empowerment Community has become a beautiful, supportive, loving family of HSPs from all over the world. We share our experiences, connect, make friends, and support each other daily. I also offer weekly live events. I'm sharing the audio from one of our events in hopes it helps you too. This was our 57th event and all previous events have been recorded and are available to all members. Get the link to join our loving HSP family at www.juliebjelland.com
Here are some of the questions we covered in today's event.
I would like to un...2020-08-041h 03
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe World Needs You to Thrive: Be Healthy, Balanced, and Productive with Julie and WillowHSPs have the capability of making a huge difference in the world. In fact, we need more HSPs to step into heart-centered leadership roles and makers of positive change. Your heart and your gifts are needed. But if we don’t know how to take care of ourselves in the right ways we are doing a disservice to the world by not showing up thriving. Most of what we have been taught about self-care doesn’t work for us. Learning how to practice the right types of self-care and learn to take care of your sensitive nervous system is the k...2020-07-3050 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandWhat does it mean to be a High Sensation Seeking HSP? With Willow and JulieWhat is HSS? How can we recognise this part of the trait and what does it mean? How can we be of best service to ourselves when we have this part of the trait? We will be looking at how to manage the need for high sensation experiences when they can so easily lead to overwhelm. Also how to recognise this in others, perhaps friends and family members. This part of the trait is of great benefit and learning to honour it of great importance.
Read show notes, bios, and share comments at www.HSPpodcast.com2020-07-2351 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandPandemic Self Care: with Julie and WillowWhat is self-care? How is self-care different for HSPs? How does it need to be different during a global pandemic? Willow and I share what helps us stay resilient so we can stay balanced, take care of ourselves, our families, and stay productive in our work helping others. Visit HSPpodcast.com to read show notes, leave us a voice message, and get links to our websites to learn about all the tools we offer HSPs.2020-07-1651 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHow to Manage Anxiety Through the Relationship with Trust: Live Podcast with Willow and JulieIn this week's episode we look at the challenge that anxiety often poses for people born with the trait of sensory processing sensitivity. The ability to process deeply can often be turned against us when we focus on worst outcomes. Through the relationship we have with trust we can learn to manage difficult thought processes and the habitual tendency to believe our minds. Through practise, and self inquiry using past experience we can learn to shift our belief system to trust that we have the ability to handle whatever may arise.
We will be discussing:
What trust really means in...2020-07-0952 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandThe Importance of Telling People About the Trait of High Sensitivity: Live Podcast with Julie and WillowThis is one of the questions I’m asked the most. We will discuss some of the challenges you have named and the benefits of talking about the trait.
HSPs have named the following on why it might be hard to tell people:
Don’t know how to describe it
Shame about being highly sensitive
Don’t think people are interested in it
Worry people think you are asking for special treatment
Don’t want people to think you are different
Talking about the trait and telling others has the following benefits:
Normalizes and validates the trait
Spreads awareness and educatio...2020-06-3056 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandOwnership as Path to Meaning and Peace: Live Podcast with Julie and WillowOne of the most effective paths to peace and meaning is honesty. An active inquiry to reveal the truth of who we are. As an HSP this can sometimes feel like a lonely path if we feel misunderstood, causing us to want to hide and protect who we really are. Each of us are born with an authentic heart, a unique way of seeing the world, a wish to bring change and to do good. Yet when we are living from a place of dishonesty about who we really are, the conflict we feel inside becomes the conflict we experience...2020-06-2549 minThe Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandForest Bathing MeditationEnjoy time in the forest connecting to nature and relaxing.
From Listeners... “I felt like I was there walking through the forest with you! I could almost smell the pine needles and hear them crunching under my feet, see the sunlight coming through the trees... it was wonderful.”
"I live in a city and crave access to nature, and when I listened to the forest meditation I could feel the crunch beneath my feet and see the sunlight coming through the tops of the trees."
"I did the Forest Bathing meditation today and it was wonderfully relaxing. Thank you, Julie!"
"I ju...2020-06-1212 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandReparent Your Sensitive Inner Child: with Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntoshLearning how to give yourself what you needed as a child can be a powerful healing practice that can transform your life.
Discussions in this episode:
Let’s explore the concept of caring for your inner child
Getting to know and connecting with your inner child. We share our stories too.
What did you need that you didn’t get?
Learning to listen to your inner child’s needs: validation, nurturing, honoring, healing
Is your self-talk truly yours or is it the voice of your parents, society, or culture?
Does your self-talk soothe you or stress you?
Practicing intentional reprogramming & changin...2020-06-0445 minThe Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandLive HSP Q/A With JulieWhat a beautiful community of HSPs we have in our Sensitive Empowerment Community! Thank you for all the wonderful live questions.
We started out discussing the post: Anguish and Action: Be the Change. Supporting ourselves through intense emotions so we can be our best selves to listen, learn, and grow to be the change we need in the world.
Here are some of the questions we covered in this Q/A event....
Q: I’ve been receiving feedback that I’m too good or too nice for the world. Why is that a nega...2020-06-0357 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandValidation: The power of personal validation as an ongoing practice: with Julie & WillowFollowing a previous episode about self-compassion, the powerful technique for managing our feelings, we turn our attention to the power of validation. As high sensory people, we can often get overly affected by other people's opinions and expectations of us. So much so we can even lose track of a sense of meaning in our lives and the very reason nature has given us this powerful trait. We’ll discuss tools and techniques to stay connected to our own sense of self, our purpose, and ultimately our own happiness and fulfillment. Join us as we will dive into key areas suc...2020-05-2845 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandSelf-Compassion: This One Skill Can Transform Your Life with Julie and WillowHSPs are some of the kindest, most compassionate people in the world, toward others, and yet It’s common for HSPs to have a lot of negative self-talk and lack healthy self-compassion. This can be particularly damaging during times of high stress when we need to be a compassionate, caring friend to support ourselves through intense emotions. We will talk about how this brain-training skill development of self-compassion can improve every aspect of our life and even help us through a global crisis. We need this skill now more than ever.
Self-Compassion decreases cortisol (stress hormone) and increases the release of o...2020-05-2147 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHow to Develop High Self Esteem Through the Recognition of Our Core Beliefs as a Highly Sensitive PersonRecognizing core beliefs can be pivotal to developing confidence and high self-esteem as a Highly Sensitive or “High Sensory intelligent” person. We often feel so strongly about the injustices in the world, it can upset us deeply when our core beliefs are challenged. Or if we witness someone causing harm in a context that we are particularly passionate about. It is very common for us to feel very strongly about the change we know we can make in a particular area. Understanding this at a deep level can bring enormous clarity into the importance of our place in the world, the...2020-05-1451 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie Bjelland10 Steps to Creating Healthy Friendships & Relationships as an HSP with Julie & WillowHighly sensitive people (HSPs) have a very caring and giving nature. However, sometimes we over-give to the point of being targets to people with toxic or narcissistic tendencies causing an imbalanced, unhealthy dynamic. We’ll talk about the ways that contribute to that dynamic. Almost every HSP I’ve ever spoken to has a story about an unhealthy friendship or relationship. We will talk about why this can be common and what we can do about it and how to create the healthy friendships and relationships that you deserve.
See you next week at the same time for more empowering discu...2020-05-0754 minThe Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHow to Keep Your Boat Afloat in Uncertain Times: Commitment to and Trusting Change With Michael Smith, Ph.D.Michael Smith, Ph.D., of Empath Connection helps you understand the big picture on the planet and connect with your Divine Essence. You'll understand the evolutionary advantages of your sensitivity trait, and how you can harness this trait to be used to help others. He shares a meditation and some vagus nerve hacks that calm the system. You'll come away with more trust in the changes that are happening around you, and learn to trust your intuition instead of doubting it. You will also learn several effective energy techniques that you can use in your own daily 'self-first' practice of ri...2020-05-0546 minThe Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHow To Deal With Anxiety While Navigating Chaos And Uncertainty with Sukie BaxterLearn simple, embodied tools that HSPs can use to calm their nervous
system while staying centered and connected to their core selves even
when the world is chaotic and uncertain. Discover how to discharge
stored stress so it doesn't build up in your body and cause physical,
mental, and emotional health issues down the road.
Sukie Baxter is a posture and movement specialist, founder of Whole Body Revolution and the author of Perfect Posture for Life. Sukie helps people to get effective, long-term relief for pain, stress and tension in their bodies so t...2020-05-0446 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHighly Sensitive: The gifts from our childhood as an HSP with Julie & WillowShow Notes
During our childhood, we are much closer to our authentic selves. Even if our memories of childhood may be filled with challenge and discomfort.
We are often very clear on what is most important to us and many of the gifts we rely on today were present.
For those of us born with the trait of high sensitivity and high sensory intelligence we typically experienced the world in a particular and often profound way.
It is quite common for us to have been misunderstood and for our emotional sensitivity to be seen as a disadvantage.
Yet it is...2020-04-3059 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandDeep Sleep MeditationThis is a 15 minute visualization meditation to do before you sleep. From a listener: “I tried this last night. It was so good. I fell asleep I think within the first one to two minutes into a deep sleep. Your voice was so soothing, Julie. I will need to listen to the whole thing another time but it sure worked in terms of sleep. Thanks so much for creating this meditation! Much needed as I've been having trouble sleeping the past couple nights. :)”2020-04-1815 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandOptimizing Health as an HSP during Coronavirus with Julie Bjelland and Dr. Julia HippDr. Julia Hipp discusses naturopathic approaches to caring for the highly sensitive body during the COVID-19 pandemic. She talks about how your "terrain" or overall health can impact your immune system and ways to decrease your physical, mental and emotional overwhelm.
Disclaimer: The information discussed in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. Please consult your physician and/or holistic healthcare provider before trying any new supplements, herbs, exercise or other holistic health care routines.COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Julia Hipp is an HSP-naturopathic-doctor specializing in digestive health and care for the highly sensitive person. She is passionate about helping patients...2020-04-1743 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandSelf love and living from the heart with Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntoshMaking the conscious choice of choosing positive thoughts on a moment to moment basis. Strengthening the muscle of experiencing heart consciousness and how simple it becomes to access it. Learning to stop feeding the false opinion we have of ourselves. Learning to find the inner resource of knowing. How self love clears the path to meaning and the service we are here to share with the world.
From Listeners:
"This particular episode was soul balm to me! I want to listen to it again because it was so rich and nurturing😊Thank you both! Both of your stories resonated also very m...2020-04-1434 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandAccessing Resiliency: Helping Yourself & the World When You Are Needed Most with Willow McIntosh & Julie BjellandWillow and I talk about resiliency today. We share what we are doing to stay resilient and how to access it. Additionally, I have observed these 10 patterns of what HSPs are doing right now that are helping them to stay resilient.
Practice Self-Compassion: Every HSP I have talked to all over the world who has been practicing self-compassion and has named this to be one of the main reasons they are staying resilient right now.
Resilience: HSPs actually have a lot of it and sometimes just need to learn a few tools to access it.
Creativity: Activating the creative centers in...2020-04-0741 minThe Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandLeadership & Business Q/A with JulieWe had such a great discussion! I loved all the questions that came in. We talked about
the importance of working on our own self-compassion, self-esteem, and value
starting a new business and how to get clients
what leadership means
the importance of boundaries
how to be sensitive to the Covid19 in marketing
managing fear and perfection
what some of the most urgent needs for HSPs in general
how HSP leaders can begin to start helping to address these needs in our community
What qualities HSPs can lean on to be the best leaders they can be
and m...2020-03-311h 06
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHow to find your purpose as an HSP/HSI in this uncertain time. ‘Feeling the inner truth’.Many people out there right now are being called to dig deep around what to do in this lockdown period.
We think it could be supportive to talk about purpose and how to tune into our inner truth around this.
In this episode we talk about:
Finding the coach/consultant in us
Recognizing our unique take on things and the value of this
Finding creative ways to add value
How our own life journey has given us lessons to share with others
Finding the courage to run online sessions with clients
Do you have a question you want to be...2020-03-3140 min
The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandRecognizing the importance and value of our high sensory abilities during a global pandemic with Julie Bjelland & Willow McIntoshThis podcast episode is dedicated to empowering sensitive people to recognize their trait as sensory intelligence and bring their unique gifts into service for the crucial roles we play in communities, businesses, and leadership globally.
With Julie Bjelland, Sensitivity Expert, Psychotherapist and Founder of the online Sensitive Empowerment Community
And Willow McIntosh founder of Inluminance and leader of the High Sensory Intelligence movement.
As leaders in the field, we are stepping up in our communities, sharing advice and the tools we have to share guidance at this time.
We hope you enjoy this episode.
Please leave us a voice message if...2020-03-2448 minThe Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandHow to manage intense stress and anxiety right now as a sensitive personI’m giving you information and resources on how to manage the intense emotions you might be experiencing right now to help you find a way to be balanced and get through this.
Do you have a question you want to be answered in an upcoming Q/A? Leave me a voice message! https://anchor.fm/julie-bjelland/message2020-03-2215 minThe Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandSupport for highly sensitive people during this pandemicIdeas to support your wellness and balance and reduce anxiety and help you through this time. By sensitivity expert and psychotherapist Julie Bjelland2020-03-1613 minThe Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandRelaxation Meditation by Julie BjellandSpending time intentionally relaxing through meditation is a big part of supporting your wellness as a highly sensitive person. Give this gift to yourself. For more information and tips to support your senstiive nervous system, visit www.SenstitiveConnection.com2020-03-0706 minThe Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie BjellandListener Question: What’s the difference between an HSP and AutismI’m answering a listener question talking about the differences between autism and someone with the trait of high sensitivity.
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