Episode 194: The Challenges of Sensitivity with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie Bjelland - A podcast by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

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Summary 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 The HSP Toolbox Course: Daily tools to balance the sensitive nervous system Brain Training Course: Reduces reactions and activation of flight/flight/freeze response Join the Sensitive Empowerment Community: SensitiveCommmunity.com Product Recommendations for the Sensitive: https://www.juliebjelland.com/sensory-friendly Travel Tips for the Sensitive: https://www.juliebjelland.com/hsp-blog/travel-tips-for-highly-sensitive-people Explore all resources on Julie’s website: SensitiveConnection.com