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Inner Purpose PodcastFlow versus Force: What happened when I didn't take my own medicineFollowing our intuition rather than external "shoulds" creates greater alignment, flow, and success, especially for those with unique neurocomplex and astrological configurations.Taking a hiatus from content creation led to unexpected growth, ancestral insights, and clarity about working with practitioners who are experiencing post-awakening professional evolution.In this episode, I touch upon:• The danger of operating from "shoulds" rather than intuitive flow• Four levels of consciousness: victim, by me, through me, and collective• Scientific research on highly sensitive people and vantage sensitivity• Connecting with nature led to profound spiritual experiences• Di...2025-07-1558 min
Sensitive.Ep 30: The Hidden Link Discovery for HSP + Neurodivergent Leaders with Michelle DowkerWhat if the key to thriving as a sensitive or neurodivergent entrepreneur wasn’t more mindset work — but a recalibration of your nervous system itself?
In this profound episode of The Sensitive. Podcast, I sit down with Michelle Dowker — naturopathic doctor, research lover, and breakthrough thinker in the world of subconscious healing for sensitive leaders.
Michelle shares her discovery around differential susceptibility — a trait common in HSP and ND folks that can either keep them stuck in survival or launch them into thriving, depending on the environment and internal calibration.
We explore:
The neur...2025-06-031h 13Inner Purpose PodcastFrom Survival to Flow State: An Unfiltered Message That Changes the Rules About Hustle CultureIn this unfiltered, channeled episode recorded mid-walk in the woods, is for the sensitive, self-aware leader who knows deep down:What helped you survive is not what will help you thrive.This is for you if you’re:Tired of pushing, proving, and performing just to be “enough”Feeling like you’re outgrowing your life, but don’t know what comes nextFinally ready to lead from your true identity, not the masks you built to surviveIn this episode, we explore:Why the False Self you created was never a flaw, but a function...2025-04-2932 minInner Purpose PodcastThe System Disruptor: The Pattern That Explains Why You’ve Always Felt Different, and What To Do With It (Pattern 4 of 4 from the Astrology Guidebook)This is the one you’ve been waiting for.In the final episode of this special podcast series, Michelle unpacks the fourth and final astrology pattern from the free guidebook: one of the most misunderstood (and powerful): The System Disruptor.Known in astrological circles as the “Alien Pattern,” this energetic configuration explains why you’ve always felt different. Misunderstood. Like you’re walking around with a truth others can’t see.If you’ve ever felt like you don’t belong, not because you’re broken, but because you see the world thro...2025-04-1826 minInner Purpose PodcastThe Focused Visionary & The Empathic Healer: How Stelliums & Chiron Impact Your Purpose + Leadership Burnout (Patterns 2 & 3 of 4 from the Astrology Guidebook)If you've ever felt driven by purpose but drained by pressure, this one’s for you.In this powerful continuation of the Astrology Patterns series, Michelle reveals the next two rare configurations she sees over and over in the charts of gifted, sensitive, and neurodivergent leaders.Pattern 2: The Focused VisionaryStelliums and neighboring clusters reveal a mind designed for deep focus, mastery, and mission. But when overdrive becomes your default, burnout isn't far behind. Michelle shares how to work with your design, not against it. So your genius doesn't come at the co...2025-04-1136 minInner Purpose PodcastThe Transformational Leader: What Pluto Reveals About Your Power, Triggers & Purpose (Pattern 1 of 4 from the Astrology Guidebook)Why you trigger people (and why that's not a problem): If you’ve ever felt like your presence alone stirs up reactions in others, this episode will help you make sense of why.In this powerful breakdown of Pattern #1 from the Astrology Patterns Guidebook, Michelle dives deep into the Pluto-Sun/Moon aspect, a placement that shows up again and again in sensitive, visionary leaders who are wired for transformation.You’ll discover:What this pattern reveals about your soul-level leadership giftsWhy your intensity isn’t “too much”, it’s the mirrorThe un...2025-04-0435 minInner Purpose PodcastBehind-the-Scenes of My Breakthrough Discovery for Sensitive & Neurodivergent Leaders: A Missing LinkAfter months of deep research and personal transformation, I’m back with a game-changing revelation. One that will change how you experience success, leadership, and recognition as a highly sensitive, gifted, or neurodivergent leader.In this episode, I share:✔ The life-changing breakthrough that accelerated my transformation, in days, not years.✔ The missing piece that explains why traditional success strategies don’t work for those of us who are Highly Sensitive or neurodivergent.✔ How your neurobiology determines whether success feels like an uphill battle or an effortless flow.✔ W...2025-03-181h 04Inner Purpose PodcastBehind-The-Scenes of a Client Session: Navigating Anxiety, Caregiving, and Self-Compassion for Inner Peace and EmpowermentThis episode is a behind-the-scenes look at a 1:1 client session. I had the privilege to guide Rebecca to some perspective-altering 'aha' moments that had her feeling clearer about herself and what to do to take her in the direction she truly wants to go.We'll journey through Rebecca's experiences with burnout, anxiety, and the emotional complexities of her children's transition to adulthood. Discover how childhood relationships and caregiving roles influence her current mindset and learn how she navigates these emotional waters to find true empowerment and clarity.In this episode, we'll delve into the intricate...2024-09-231h 55Inner Purpose PodcastHow to face life’s storms and find peace in the messiness of lifeThis episode is a raw and transparent recount of my journey through a mini Dark Night of the Soul this past summer. I hope to offer solace and encouragement to anyone experiencing similar trials. Along with practical insights to help you move through the tough bits.I’m also sharing with you the realizations I had about myself and my business, and the changes I’m making to my work as a result. You’re going to get a behind the scenes look at the shifts I’m looking at, and how I’m working through making some big d...2024-09-151h 03Inner Purpose PodcastFrom Endometriosis to Enlightenment: A Holistic Healing JourneyWhat happens when you combine a decade-long struggle with chronic illness, a global pandemic, and a relentless quest for healing? Lindsay Troumbly's journey from battling endometriosis to discovering her path to wellness offers profound insights and transformative lessons. Through a candid conversation, Lindsay shares how she transitioned from relying solely on Western medicine to embracing holistic practices like yoga, meditation, and personal development work. Her story, particularly her pivotal introspective work in 2020, highlights the power of tuning into one's intuition to unlock new levels of healing and self-awareness.In this episode, we delve deep into the concept...2024-07-1059 minInner Purpose PodcastBreaking Free: Healing from Narcissistic Relationships and Cultivating Self-Love with Emma WalshEver wondered how a former tractor driver became an empowering relationship coach? Meet Emma Walsh, who shares her incredible journey from the fields of agriculture to the trenches of personal transformation. Emma specializes in helping women heal from the traumas of narcissistic relationships, and in this episode, she opens up about her own tumultuous experiences and the generational healing that comes from breaking free from harmful patterns.Throughout our conversation, Emma and I explore the profound insights that come from understanding the true nature of love and attachment. We challenge the high-drama versions of relationships often mistaken...2024-06-191h 08Inner Purpose PodcastAre You Questioning Whether You Have Autism or ADHD as a Highly Sensitive Entrepreneur, Coach, or Practitioner?Are you questioning whether you have autism or ADHD as a Highly Sensitive Entrepreneur, coach, or practitioner?In today’s episode, I explore some of the questions many of us face: Should I seek a diagnosis for autism or ADHD? How can I support my nervous system and operate at my highest potential?Through personal stories and insights, I’ll show you the power of embracing our neurodivergent gifts and creating a positively supportive environment for growth. This podcast is for anyone questioning their neurotype, seeking self-acceptance, and aiming to thrive authentically in thei...2024-05-1352 minInner Purpose PodcastUnleashing Your Fullest Potential for Your Biggest Breakthrough as a Highly Sensitive Entrepreneur (Part 5)Welcome to the final day of Your Next Intuitive Business Breakthrough training series! I'm sharing foundational power tools, insights, and perspective shifts that have guided me and my clients towards greater clarity, intuition, and business success.Do you ever feel like you're navigating your entrepreneurial journey without a clear sense of direction? Are you sacrificing your authenticity to fit into traditional business models?If these questions resonate with you, you're not alone. Many highly sensitive entrepreneurs like you desire to feel fulfilled and aligned with their purpose, both personally and professionally.During this...2024-05-031h 04Inner Purpose PodcastThrive as a Highly Sensitive Entrepreneur: The Deeper Puzzle Piece (Part 4)Welcome to day 4 of Your Next Intuitive Business Breakthrough training series! I'm sharing foundational power tools, insights, and perspective shifts that have guided me and my clients towards greater clarity, intuition, and business success.Feeling like you can’t do business or make decisions without constant overstimulation, emotional reactivity, or perfectionism? Are you sacrificing your well-being and authentic self to fit into societal norms and expectations?What if instead, you could have a deep connection with your intuition, make aligned decisions effortlessly, and thrive in your sensitive nature? It’s possible. And it's easier than you...2024-05-021h 03Inner Purpose PodcastUnlocking Intuitive Mastery: Human Design Keys for Business Success (Part 3)Welcome to day 3 of Your Next Intuitive Business Breakthrough training series! I'm sharing foundational power tools, insights, and perspective shifts that have guided me and my clients towards greater clarity, intuition, and business success.Ever feel like you can't trust your intuition without confusion and doubt? Are you sacrificing clarity to make decisions?What if instead, you could have deep intuitive understanding and confidently navigate your business decisions? That's what we're diving into with today's episode.If you're like most sensitive entrepreneurs, you want to align your work with what deeply nourishes your...2024-05-0130 minInner Purpose PodcastUnlocking Your Intuitive Voice: Unveiling the Subtle Signals (Part 2)Welcome to day 2 of Your Next Intuitive Business Breakthrough training series! I'm sharing foundational power tools, insights, and perspective shifts that have guided me and my clients towards greater clarity, intuition, and business success.Feeling like you can't trust your intuition without feeling overwhelmed by loud, conflicting voices? Are you sacrificing clarity and peace of mind to achieve success?What if instead, you could have a clear understanding of your intuition's language and confidently make aligned decisions? That's exactly what we're diving into today.If you're like most entrepreneurs, you want to trust...2024-04-3029 minInner Purpose PodcastIntuition Unleashed: The Key to Business Breakthroughs (Part 1)Welcome to Your Next Intuitive Business Breakthrough training series! Over the next five episodes, I'll be sharing foundational power tools, insights, and perspective shifts that have guided me and my clients towards greater clarity, intuition, and business success.If you're like most sensitive entrepreneurs, you want to make aligned decisions and trust your intuition.Today's lesson introduces a key foundational exercise that I believe is crucial for everyone to master. It serves as a base for deeper intuitive work and decision-making, that I will build upon throughout the rest of the...2024-04-2925 minInner Purpose PodcastClosing the Gap: The Sensitive Entrepreneur's Guide to True Self Alignment in BusinessHave you ever sensed a disconnect between your evolving self and your current circumstances? As a mentor for the highly sensitive, I've navigated these very waters, transforming from a naturopathic practitioner to guiding others through their own metamorphoses.This episode is a heartfelt exploration into the intricacies of our personal and professional growth, especially for those whose sensitivities run deep. I explain the growing pains of outgrowing relationships and businesses, and the 'gap' that can be created when this happens. I also celebrate the empowerment that comes from embracing authenticity, and how that closes the 'gap'.2024-03-3055 min