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The Sensitive Professionals PodcastSensitivity Beyond the Label with Leah TarletonWhat if the word that once boxed you in could become a bridge instead? And what if sensitivity isn’t just who you are—but how you live?In this episode of The Sensitive Professionals Podcast, I’m joined by Leah Tarleton, registered dietitian, holistic health coach and founder of The Nourished Sensitive, to explore how sensitivity, language and identity intertwine.Together, we dive into:How Leah defines sensitivity as “sacred responsiveness”The role of language in shaping identity and self-connectionWhy words can be powerful and imperfectThe risk of sensitivit...2025-06-0949 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast“My Body Had the Answers. Learning to Listen Changed Everything” – A Conversation with Bettina SchelkleDear listeners,If you’ve been living in your head lately—thinking your way through everything, pushing through numbness, or trying to “figure it out” instead of feel it—this episode is a gentle invitation to come back home to your body.Maybe you're navigating burnout, chronic fatigue, or anxiety that no amount of insight seems to shift. Or perhaps you’ve been practicing yoga or mindfulness but still feel a little... out of touch with yourself.Wherever you are in your journey, this episode will nourish you.It offers deep permission t...2025-05-161h 12
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast"Your Sensitivity Isn't the Problem. It's the Portal to Your Purpose"– A Conversation with Janelle LindemuthDear TNS besties and beloved listeners,If you've ever felt caught in the fog of burnout—or found yourself sitting in the parking lot outside your job wondering “is this really it?”—this episode might feel like a breath of fresh air.Or maybe you're simply longing for a reminder that your intuition is worth listening to. That you are not too sensitive, too emotional, or too much.Meet Janelle LindemuthJanelle is a certified spiritual life coach and soul purpose mentor who helps highly sensitive, high-achieving women quiet the noise, break fr...2025-03-1438 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 16. The Art of Cyclical Living: Slowing Down, Listening Deeply & Honoring Your Body's Natural Rhythms as a Highly-Sensitive PersonWhat if the key to more energy, balance, and well-being wasn’t about doing more—but aligning with the natural cycles already within you?In today’s episode, we’re exploring the art of cyclical living—a practice of tuning into and honoring the natural rhythms of our bodies, seasons, and inner energy flows.As highly sensitive people, we may feel overwhelmed by and out of step with the fast pace of the world. We may attempt to push through exhaustion, override our needs, and live by external expectations rather than the wisdom of our own bodies...2025-03-0751 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 15. The Art of Compassion: Facing Your Sensitive Inner Critic with Loving-Kindness🌿 What’s New at The Nourished Sensitive?It’s been a busy and exciting season behind the scenes! If you’ve been following along, you might know that:✨ The Nourished Sensitive just launched its brand-new website—a beautiful home for our growing community of highly sensitive souls.✨ The TNS Membership is thriving! We’ve been hosting deeply nourishing Sensitive Sanctuary Circles and engaging workshops every other week, where we dive into healing practices together as a community of sensitive seekers.✨ I’ve been creating new resources to support you in embracing your sensitivity as a strength.With...2025-02-2532 min
Unveiling the Beast131 Shattering Diet Myths: Embracing Holistic Health and Authentic NourishmentWhat up, Beasts! Welcome back to the show. In this episode, I had an enlightening conversation with inspiring dietician and holistic health coach, Leah Tarleton. She shared her transformative journey from working in telehealth nutrition with Nourish to founding her own venture, The Nourish Sensitive. Based in Maine and deeply attuned to her own sensitivity, she spoke about how her personal evolution and self-discovery have reshaped her approach to health. Our discussion explored how genuine, empathetic relationships—not just the traditional metrics of food and exercise—are key to true wellness, and how her unique work with highly sensitive and...2025-02-2542 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp.14. [Love Letter Reading] 'Life, When You're Open-Hearted'+ a heartfelt invitationIn this reading, Leah brings her latest soul-stirring love letter, "Life, When You're Open Hearted” to life. In this piece, she shares her thoughts on what it feels like to live from an open heart and the path to choosing love over fear, embracing vulnerability, and finding the beauty in life's messiness and discomfort. If you're feeling overwhelmed by your sensitivity or seeking deeper connection, this lovely reading offers a sanctuary for your sensitive heart.This reading will help you:* Live More From an Open Heart: by clarifying the embodiment and practice of op...2025-01-2738 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast13. [MEDITATION] Rooted in Resilience, Grounded in LoveIn this special meditation episode, we invite you to ground yourself in resilience and open your heart to love. This meditation is designed for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) and those seeking an intentional moment of peace and reconnection with their inner strength. Let this guided experience nourish your soul, helping you build resilience from within, ground your body out of overwhelm, and cultivate a deep sense of self-compassion and love.
What You’ll Experience in This Episode:
Grounding Practices – We begin with a gentle visualization to help you root down, bringing stability to your...2024-11-0614 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 13. [Meditation] Rooted in Resilience, Grounded in LoveIn this special meditation episode, we invite you to ground yourself in resilience and open your heart to love. This meditation is designed for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) and those seeking an intentional moment of peace and reconnection with their inner strength. Let this guided experience nourish your soul, helping you build resilience from within, ground your body out of overwhelm, and cultivate a deep sense of self-compassion and love.What You’ll Experience in This Episode: Grounding Practices – We begin with a gentle visualization to help you root down...2024-11-0614 min
Embodied Writing Warrior: Food Freedom, Somatic Healing, & Archetypal Power For Wild Women114. 9 Elements Of Nourishment - Nutrition, Holistic Health, & Spiritual Wellness For Highly Sensitive Women With Leah TarletonToday, we are joined by Leah Tarleton - a dietician who has transitioned into her true calling as a holistic intuitive healer.Leah works with Highly Sensitive women to help them feel nourished on every level - physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.In today's episode, you'll learn:Leah's 9 elements of nourishment.What nutrition and self-care looks like for a highly sensitive person.The challenges and the beautiful gifts unique to the highly sensitive population.The four S's of gut health and magic of noticing and honouring them.Connect with Leah on Instagram: https...2023-04-1250 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 12. [Part 3 of 3] How to Nourish Yourself as a HSP (Value Alignment, Self-Empowerment, Spiritual Growth)In the final part of our nourishment series, we explore the last three elements of my True Nourishment Framework: value alignment, self-empowerment, and spiritual growth.Join us as we uncover: The importance of aligning with your values to support true wellness. Ways to cultivate self-empowerment as an HSP. How spiritual growth can enhance your well-being and help you thrive.This episode closes our nourishment series with reflections to help you integrate all nine elements for a balanced, fulfilling life.Thank you for listening to The...2022-09-2123 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast12. [Part 3 of 3] How to Nourish Yourself as a HSP (Value Alignment, Self-Empowerment, Spiritual Growth)In the final part of our nourishment series, we explore the last three elements of my True Nourishment Framework: value alignment, self-empowerment, and spiritual growth.
Join us as we uncover:
The importance of aligning with your values to support true wellness.
Ways to cultivate self-empowerment as an HSP.
How spiritual growth can enhance your well-being and help you thrive.
This episode closes our nourishment series with reflections to help you integrate all nine elements for a balanced, fulfilling life.
Thank you for listening to The Nourished Sensitive Podcast! If this episode nourished you...2022-09-2123 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 11. A Conversation on Self-Care for Recovering Perfectionists & Tired HSPs.Today’s episode explores how highly sensitive people, especially those who are perfectionists, can create a nourishing and sustainable self-care practice without feeling pressured or overwhelmed.Join us as we uncover: The true role of self-care in an HSP’s life and why perfectionism can get in the way. How to create a consistent routine that aligns with your sensitive nature. Lessons on self-compassion and rest that can make self-care feel more manageable.For HSPs who struggle with self-care or feel the pressure to “do it perfectly,” this episode...2022-09-0620 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast11. A Conversation on Self-Care for Recovering Perfectionists & Tired HSPs.Today’s episode explores how highly sensitive people, especially those who are perfectionists, can create a nourishing and sustainable self-care practice without feeling pressured or overwhelmed.
Join us as we uncover:
The true role of self-care in an HSP’s life and why perfectionism can get in the way.
How to create a consistent routine that aligns with your sensitive nature.
Lessons on self-compassion and rest that can make self-care feel more manageable.
For HSPs who struggle with self-care or feel the pressure to “do it perfectly,” this episode provides validation and practical advice.
...2022-09-0620 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast10. A Mind-Body Perspective: How Shame Impacts Your Relationship with Food, Body Image, and Health.Shame can have a profound impact on health and well-being, particularly for sensitive individuals. In today’s episode, we explore how to work through shame to develop a healthier relationship with food and body.
Join us as we uncover:
How shame often contributes to eating challenges and body dissatisfaction.
Ways to cultivate awareness around how shame impacts you as an HSP.
Empowering steps to heal shame and embrace a positive relationship with food and self.
For those who’ve struggled with self-criticism or a negative body image, this episode offers understanding and actionable guidance.
Th...2022-08-1524 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 10. A Mind-Body Perspective: How Shame Impacts Your Relationship with Food, Body Image, and Health.Shame can have a profound impact on health and well-being, particularly for sensitive individuals. In today’s episode, we explore how to work through shame to develop a healthier relationship with food and body.Join us as we uncover: How shame often contributes to eating challenges and body dissatisfaction. Ways to cultivate awareness around how shame impacts you as an HSP. Empowering steps to heal shame and embrace a positive relationship with food and self.For those who’ve struggled with self-criticism or a negative body image, this epis...2022-08-1524 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast09. [PART 2 of 3] How to Nourish Yourself as a HSP (Physical Fitness, Digestive Health, Optimal Living)This episode explores three more elements of the True Nourishment Framework: physical fitness, digestive health, and optimal living, each with a focus on supporting highly sensitive individuals.
Join us as we uncover:
How physical movement can feel empowering and enjoyable for HSPs.
Ways to support gut health as a sensitive person.
Practices for optimal living that nourish both mind and body.
This episode offers helpful practices and reflections to support your journey toward balanced, holistic well-being.
Thank you for listening to The Nourished Sensitive Podcast! If this episode nourished you...2022-08-0823 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 09. [PART 2 of 3] How to Nourish Yourself as a HSP (Physical Fitness, Digestive Health, Optimal Living)This episode explores three more elements of the True Nourishment Framework: physical fitness, digestive health, and optimal living, each with a focus on supporting highly sensitive individuals.Join us as we uncover: How physical movement can feel empowering and enjoyable for HSPs. Ways to support gut health as a sensitive person. Practices for optimal living that nourish both mind and body.This episode offers helpful practices and reflections to support your journey toward balanced, holistic well-being.Thank you for listening to...2022-08-0823 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast08. Heal Shame and Live Authentically as a Highly-Sensitive PersonShame can be a powerful silencer, but today, we’re discussing how highly sensitive people can work through shame and reconnect with their true voice.
Join us as we uncover:
How to distinguish between toxic shame and authentic shame as a sensitive person.
Ways to work on healing shame and building self-compassion.
Why using your voice is essential for an authentic life and how to empower yourself to do so.
If you’re ready to step out of hiding and embrace your authentic voice, this episode provides insights and encouragement for a healing journey.
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The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 08. Heal Shame and Live Authentically as a Highly-Sensitive PersonShame can be a powerful silencer, but today, we’re discussing how highly sensitive people can work through shame and reconnect with their true voice.Join us as we uncover: How to distinguish between toxic shame and authentic shame as a sensitive person. Ways to work on healing shame and building self-compassion. Why using your voice is essential for an authentic life and how to empower yourself to do so.If you’re ready to step out of hiding and embrace your authentic voice, this episode provides insights and...2022-07-1114 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast07. Why I believe HSPs are capable of healing themselves and the world.Healing isn’t always about quick fixes. Today, we’re exploring what it means to embrace pain, discomfort, and growth as part of a true healing journey for highly sensitive individuals.
Join us as we uncover:
Why pain and discomfort are often part of true healing and how to move through it with grace.
Stories from other HSPs on their healing journeys to inspire you.
Why nature and connection to ourselves can be powerful healers.
For those ready to embrace a deeper journey of self-healing, this episode offers comfort, wisdom, and guidance.
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The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 07. Why I believe HSPs are capable of healing themselves and the world.Healing isn’t always about quick fixes. Today, we’re exploring what it means to embrace pain, discomfort, and growth as part of a true healing journey for highly sensitive individuals.Join us as we uncover: Why pain and discomfort are often part of true healing and how to move through it with grace. Stories from other HSPs on their healing journeys to inspire you. Why nature and connection to ourselves can be powerful healers.For those ready to embrace a deeper journey of self-healing, this episode offers comf...2022-07-0415 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast06. [PART 1 of 3]: How to Nourish Yourself as a HSP (Holistic Nutrition, Emotional Health & Embodiment)Today, we’re diving into the first three elements of my True Nourishment Framework – holistic nutrition, emotional health, and embodiment – all tailored for highly sensitive people.
Join us as we uncover:
The role of holistic nutrition in supporting the HSP mind and body.
How emotional health and resilience help HSPs maintain balance.
The power of embodiment practices to foster a strong connection with oneself.
If you’re ready to explore nourishment on a deeper level, this episode offers insights and reflections that will support your unique journey as an HSP.
Thank yo...2022-06-2426 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 06– Part 1 of 3: How to Nourish Yourself as a HSP (Holistic Nutrition, Emotional Health & Embodiment)Today, we’re diving into the first three elements of my True Nourishment Framework – holistic nutrition, emotional health, and embodiment – all tailored for highly sensitive people.Join us as we uncover: The role of holistic nutrition in supporting the HSP mind and body. How emotional health and resilience help HSPs maintain balance. The power of embodiment practices to foster a strong connection with oneself.If you’re ready to explore nourishment on a deeper level, this episode offers insights and reflections that will support your unique journey as an HSP.2022-06-2426 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast05. Subtle Ways HSPs Unintentionally Sabotage Our Health & Well-BeingAre you a highly sensitive person struggling with chronic health issues that don’t seem to have clear solutions? In today’s episode, we’ll explore root causes of common health challenges in HSPs, offering a fresh approach to healing.
Join us as we uncover:
5 possible root causes behind chronic health issues faced by HSPs.
How to navigate mainstream health advice that may feel overwhelming or misaligned for sensitive individuals.
Ways to connect more deeply with your body’s messages to promote healing.
Basic solutions and gentle practices to address these root causes and find relief.
If you...2022-06-1524 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 05. Subtle Ways HSPs Unintentionally Sabotage Our Health & Well-BeingAre you a highly sensitive person struggling with chronic health issues that don’t seem to have clear solutions? In today’s episode, we’ll explore root causes of common health challenges in HSPs, offering a fresh approach to healing.Join us as we uncover: 5 possible root causes behind chronic health issues faced by HSPs. How to navigate mainstream health advice that may feel overwhelming or misaligned for sensitive individuals. Ways to connect more deeply with your body’s messages to promote healing. Basic solutions and gentle practices to address these ro...2022-06-1524 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast04. [GUIDED MEDITATION] take the weight off and be in your body now.In this episode, we invite you into a 16-minute guided meditation to release heaviness and cultivate a sense of belonging within your body. This meditation is designed to help sensitive souls overcome negative body image, heal from body shame, and connect deeply with their physical self.
In this meditation, you will:
Practice mirror work and positive affirmations to release self-consciousness and build self-acceptance.
Visualize and connect with your body in a compassionate way to heal and feel grounded.
Experience techniques to let go of tension and feel safe within your physical self.
This episode is...2022-06-0916 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 04. [Meditation] take the weight off and be in your body now.In this episode, we invite you into a 16-minute guided meditation to release heaviness and cultivate a sense of belonging within your body. This meditation is designed to help sensitive souls overcome negative body image, heal from body shame, and connect deeply with their physical self.In this meditation, you will: Practice mirror work and positive affirmations to release self-consciousness and build self-acceptance. Visualize and connect with your body in a compassionate way to heal and feel grounded. Experience techniques to let go of tension and feel safe within your physical...2022-06-0916 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast03. Gut health and healing for the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)In this episode, we’re delving into the world of gut health and its unique challenges for highly sensitive individuals. Discover why focusing on gut healing can be so impactful for HSPs and learn practical steps to start your journey.
Join us as we uncover:
Common gut health issues experienced by HSPs and their root causes.
Why gut health is essential for the sensitive body and mind, and how it affects emotional well-being.
Steps in a healing journey tailored to the HSP, including ways to validate, awaken, empower, inspire, and guide yourself through gut healing.
The br...2021-08-2054 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 03. Gut health and healing for the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)In this episode, we’re delving into the world of gut health and its unique challenges for highly sensitive individuals. Discover why focusing on gut healing can be so impactful for HSPs and learn practical steps to start your journey.Join us as we uncover: Common gut health issues experienced by HSPs and their root causes. Why gut health is essential for the sensitive body and mind, and how it affects emotional well-being. Steps in a healing journey tailored to the HSP, including ways to validate, awaken, empower, inspire, and guide yo...2021-08-2054 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 02. How healthy is your relationship with food? (ordered vs dis-ordered eating)In today’s episode, we’re diving into the complex relationship that sensitive individuals can have with food and body image. We’re here to discuss the spectrum of disordered eating, what distinguishes it from an eating disorder, and how to build a nourishing, truly healthy connection to food and self.Join us as we uncover: What it truly means to have a healthy relationship with food and body as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). Why disordered eating often presents differently for HSPs and how understanding this can aid in healing. The ef...2021-08-0523 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast02. How healthy is your relationship with food? (ordered vs dis-ordered eating)In today’s episode, we’re diving into the complex relationship that sensitive individuals can have with food and body image. We’re here to discuss the spectrum of disordered eating, what distinguishes it from an eating disorder, and how to build a nourishing, truly healthy connection to food and self.
Join us as we uncover:
What it truly means to have a healthy relationship with food and body as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP).
Why disordered eating often presents differently for HSPs and how understanding this can aid in healing.
The effects of diet culture and ho...2021-08-0523 min
The Nourished Sensitive PodcastEp. 01. A highly-sensitive approach to health and nutrition.In today’s episode, we’re diving into a world where sensitivity is honored, and exploring how those of us with the SPS (sensory processing sensitivity) trait can thrive through a holistic approach to health and wellness.Join us as we uncover: What it truly means to be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), and the unique qualities that make our mind, body, and spirit so beautifully distinct Why it’s essential for HSPs to seek support from health coaches and practitioners who understand and validate this trait How a customized, whole-person approa...2021-07-2924 min
The Nourished Sensitive Podcast01. A highly-sensitive approach to health and nutrition.In today’s episode, we’re diving into a world where sensitivity is honored, and exploring how those of us with the SPS (sensory processing sensitivity) trait can thrive through a holistic approach to health and wellness.
Join us as we uncover:
What it truly means to be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), and the unique qualities that make our mind, body, and spirit so beautifully distinct
Why it’s essential for HSPs to seek support from health coaches and practitioners who understand and validate this trait
How a customized, whole-person approach to wellness empowers sensitive indivi...2021-07-2924 min
The Health Pro to CEO PodcastLearning to Trust Yourself and Redefining Success with Leah TarletonDo you ever feel like there’s one “right way” to build your business? Are you hung up on needing to have a “perfect” Instagram feed and endlessly searching for the magic caption-writing formula that’ll guarantee success? This is exactly how my client, Leah Tarleton, often felt before we started working together. Leah is a registered dietitian nutritionist who specializes in holistic mind-body nutrition and dynamic eating psychology for highly-sensitive (HSP), empathic and intuitive women In this episode, we talk about how Leah discovered her niche of working with HSPs by letting go...2021-07-2644 min
Dietitian Boss with Libby RothschildLeah’s Story Of Joining The Dietitian Boss Program & Starting Her Private PracticeYaa Boayke talks with Leah Tarleton in today’s episode. Leah is a former clinical registered dietitian, turned self-described "eco-dietitian" and entrepreneur. After obtaining her Master's in Nutrition Diagnostics in 2017, she began working in long-term-care as a clinical nutrition manager. After 1.5 years in this role, Leah found herself asking what she really wanted out of her career and started working with a career coach to help her uncover her greatest passion in her work as a dietitian. After much searching, Leah landed on her personal nutrition philosophy: a combination of food as medicine and planetary health through plant-based eating. As...2020-11-2434 min