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Journaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips61 | Let's Talk About Why Identifying Emotions Feels Harder Than You ThoughtHave you ever sat down to journal your feelings… and felt completely stuck? Like you know you’re feeling something, but you can’t quite name it? You’re not alone — identifying emotions can feel surprisingly hard, especially when you’re just starting your emotional healing journey.In today’s episode, I’m breaking down why it’s so common to feel stuck, simple ways to start recognizing what’s really going on inside, and how to stay encouraged when the work feels heavier (and messier) than you expected.Learning how to identify and journal your feelings is a s...2025-05-1313 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips52 | Is This Yours or Theirs? How to Distinguish Your Feelings from Others as an HSPIn this episode, LaToya addresses a common challenge for introverted HSPs: separating your own emotions from those you absorb from others. If you've experienced sudden emotional shifts after entering rooms or spending time with certain people, this episode offers the practical guidance you need.LaToya explains why HSPs are natural emotional sponges, how to recognize when you're carrying someone else's feelings, and specific techniques to distinguish which emotions truly belong to you. By the end of this episode, you'll have actionable strategies to protect your emotional health in daily life and transform what often feels l...2025-03-1121 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips49 | You Deserve Kindness Too: Why Self-Compassion is Essential for HSPsDo you ever feel like your sensitivity is more of a burden than a gift? As an HSP, it’s easy to get stuck in cycles of self-criticism, overwhelm, and feeling like no one truly understands your emotions. But what if the key to managing these feelings starts with something as simple—and powerful—as self-compassion?In this episode, we’ll explore why self-compassion is a game-changer for highly sensitive people and how it can help you break free from self-doubt and emotional exhaustion. I’ll walk you through its three key elements and share pr...2025-02-1814 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips47 | Makeup, Skincare, & Fashion: Self-Care Essentials for HSPsAs a highly sensitive person or introvert, self-care isn't just a luxury—it's essential. In this episode, I'm diving deep into how skincare, makeup, and personal style can be transformative tools for emotional well-being and authentic self-expression. I'll share practical insights on creating a nurturing skincare routine that grounds you, using makeup as a form of creative empowerment, and discovering a personal style that truly reflects your inner self. Whether you're looking to create a soothing self-care ritual, find makeup techniques that feel manageable, or develop a style that makes you feel comfortable and confident, th...2025-02-0416 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips46 | The Reason Why HSPs and Introverts Need to ExerciseAs a highly sensitive introvert, I discovered how exercise transformed not only my physical health but also my emotional well-being. In this episode, I share my surprising journey with movement and why it's become an essential tool in my emotional resilience toolkit. I break down three HSP-friendly ways to move your body - walking for mindful meditation, barre classes for gentle strengthening, and strength training for emotional processing. I explain the science behind why exercise is particularly beneficial for HSPs and introverts and offer practical tips for making movement a sustainable part of your self-care...2025-01-2819 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips45 | Why Painting Is the Perfect Self-Care Practice for Highly Sensitive IntrovertsIn this episode, I dive into why painting can be a powerful form of self-care and emotional expression, especially for highly sensitive introverts. Drawing from my own journey with watercolors and soft pastels, I share how creating art has helped me find peace during overwhelming moments and process complex emotions when words fail. I explore the unique benefits of painting - from its sensory-friendly nature to its meditative qualities - and explain why it's particularly well-suited for HSPs and introverts. Whether you're struggling with intense emotions or simply seeking a new way to nurture yourself...2025-01-2120 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips44 | How the Horatio Printing Dream Planner Helps HSPs and Introverts Manage EmotionsIn this episode, I'm sharing how using a planner can be a powerful tool for managing emotions as a highly sensitive person and introvert. As someone who's been using planners since middle school, I've discovered how they go beyond simple organization to become a vital instrument for emotional wellness. I explain why planners are particularly beneficial for those of us who feel deeply and notice everything - from helping process emotions and reducing mental clutter to creating space for quiet reflection and intentional living. I also reveal my current favorite planner, the Horatio Dream Planner...2025-01-1412 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips43 | Next Steps for Successfully Journaling Your FeelingsIn this final episode of our journaling series, I'm sharing clear next steps to help you maintain a consistent journaling practice and explaining how personalized coaching support can deepen your emotional processing journey. As your emotional resilience coach and fellow highly sensitive introvert, I understand the unique challenges you face in processing emotions. I break down how my coaching framework helps HSPs and introverts develop tailored strategies for emotional wellness through journaling, mindfulness, and practical exercises. Whether you're new to journaling or looking to go deeper, I explain how having guided support can help you...2025-01-1011 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips41 | 3 Mistakes HSPs and Introverts Make When Journaling Their FeelingsIn this episode, I'm tackling three common myths and three mistakes that highly sensitive people and introverts often make when journaling their feelings. As HSPs, we tend to overthink and process deeply, which can lead to emotional overwhelm or numbness. I bust myths like "journaling will make me dwell on feelings" and "I need to write perfectly," while addressing mistakes such as focusing only on negative emotions or stopping when emotions feel too big. I provide practical tips for moving past these roadblocks and using journaling as a tool to process emotions healthily. If you've be...2025-01-0815 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips132 | 7 Simple Ways to See God's Hand in Your Everyday LifeAs highly-sensitive people and introverts, we can sometimes struggle to see beyond our present feelings and recognize God's presence in our lives. In this episode, I'm sharing seven practical ways to notice God's presence in your everyday experiences - from appreciating small miracles and recognizing personal growth to embracing community and finding beauty in creation. Learn how to build awareness of God's constant presence through simple practices like journaling and reflection, even during challenging times when His presence feels distant. Related Episodes:128 | The Hidden Power of Using Prompts to Journal Your...2024-11-0512 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips32 | 10 Mood Boosting Tips for HSPs and Introverted Christian Women During Stressful TimesFeeling stressed and overwhelmed can take a toll on your mood, especially if you’re a highly sensitive person or introvert. In this episode, I’m sharing 10 practical tips to help you improve your mood, even when life feels heavy. From recognizing and validating your emotions to incorporating simple self-care routines, these tips can help you manage stress better. We’ll also explore how prayer, scripture, and mindfulness can help you find peace and reconnect with God during hard times.____________________________________________________________🎁Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: https://latoyaedwards.net/guide2024-10-2912 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips28 | Inner Critic Won't Hush Up? Here's How to Overcome Negative Self-TalkDiscover practical strategies to silence your inner critic and overcome negative self-talk, especially tailored for highly sensitive people (HSPs) and introverts. This episode explores the origins of your inner critic, common patterns of negative thinking, and effective techniques to combat these harmful thought processes.Whether you're struggling with feelings of inadequacy, fear of judgment, or perfectionism, this episode offers valuable insights to help you develop a more positive self-image. By implementing these strategies, you'll be better equipped to manage your emotions, reduce stress, and cultivate inner peace. ____________________________________________________________🎁Free gift: Journal Your Feelin...2024-10-0114 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips27 | 5 Simple and Easy Journaling Techniques for BeginnersEver wondered how journaling could be your key to emotional freedom Discover practical journaling techniques tailored for highly sensitive people (HSPs) and introverts in this episode. If you've struggled to start journaling or feel overwhelmed by the process, these tips will help you begin your journey towards emotional clarity and self-awareness.Whether you're looking to manage overwhelming emotions, gain clarity, or simply create a consistent self-care practice, these beginner-friendly techniques will help you unlock the transformative power of journaling.____________________________________________________________🎁Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: https://latoyaedwards.net/guide...2024-09-2416 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips26 | 8 Daily Practices to Cultivate Peace During Hard Times for HSPs and IntrovertsDiscover practical daily habits to foster emotional resilience and inner peace, tailored specifically for highly sensitive people (HSPs) and introverts. In this episode, we explore the importance of consistent self-care routines to manage emotions and reduce stress effectively. Whether you're dealing with overwhelming emotions or seeking to build a more peaceful daily routine, this episode offers practical tips to help HSPs and introverts thrive in challenging times.____________________________________________________________🎁Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: https://latoyaedwards.net/guide⭐️Join the FB community: https...2024-09-1716 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips23 | 7 Ways to Make Friends as an IntrovertThe idea that introverts don't like or need other people is a myth. Introverts thrive on deep connections with others. That doesn't mean that making friends comes easy, especially as adults. In this episode, I'm sharing 7 ways to meet people and begin to build friendships specific to introverts and HSPs.____________________________________________________________🎁Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: https://latoyaedwards.net/guide⭐️Join the FB community: https://latoyaedwards.net/community☕️Work with LaToya: Schedule an Emotional Check-In session...2024-08-2711 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips5 | Emotions Feel too Big and Overwhelming? 3 Steps to a Peace-Filled MindDo your emotions feel so big you worry you're going to lose it? It's a common thing when you are stressed or overwhelmed, especially for HSPs. Knowing what to do you with all your feelings can seem impossible. It doesn't have to be. Listen in as I share my coaching process for managing emotions and controlling your thoughts during hard times.____________________________________________________________🎁Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: https://latoyaedwards.net/guide⭐️Join the FB community: https://latoyaedwards.net/community2024-04-0912 minJournaling for Highly-Sensitive Introverts | Manage Your Emotions, Reduce Stress, Self-Care for HSPs, Journaling Tips2 | How to Cope as an HSP When You Start Spiraling into DespairHSPs can experience trauma and stress more deeply than most. As a highly sensitive Christian woman, it's important to understand the effects that stress can have on you so that you can develop a plan to cope. During hard times, highly sensitive, introverted Christian women feel things very deeply, which can lead to a downward spiral into despair. Learn 5 practical ways to take care of yourself and get the support you need during those rough patches.____________________________________________________________🎁Free gift: Journal Your Feelings Roadmap: https://latoyaedwards.net/guide⭐️Join the...2024-01-1616 min