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In this episode of the Sensitive. podcast, Alex Schrum, LCSW, and we discuss: -what mindful self-compassion is, and why it's so crucial for HSP + neurodivergent folks -why there is so much stigma around being HSP + neurodivergent in our society -how living in shame may be manifesting in your life -difficulties that you may see arise when you first start practicing mindful self-compassion + how to work through them -the shifts that are possible when you reach more mindful self-compassion as a HSP + neurodivergent person Alex is a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in working with people who have experienced abuse/neglect in close relationships break free from the grip of shame and self-criticism. She helps her clients make lasting change in the ways that they relate to themselves and others by increasing their capacity to show up to their lives as their full authentic selves. Alex's psychotherapy practice is located in Richmond, Virginia and she can work virtually with anyone living in Virginia. To learn more about Alex and her work visit https://www.alexschrumlcsw.com   If you found this video helpful, please leave a 5 star review, and share it with others who might benefit. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a new show!   Get Involved:   The Gentle Momentum Method mini-course If you’re ready to know exactly which business activity to do in accordance with your energy levels and time constraints daily, my new mini-course, The Gentle Momentum Method is for you. This self-paced course helps you make real progress in your business, even on low-capacity days. You’ll learn my signature Energy Mapping method that has allowed me to make meaningful progress in my business while being a highly sensitive, neurodivergent, toddler mom. It’s specifically designed to be tiny, digestible, and immediately actionable. Learn more and enroll here for only $30.   1:1 Sustainable Growth Private Coaching: a personalized container for sensitive entrepreneurs ready to grow with clarity, calm, and nervous system support. Learn more and apply.   Craving community and deep support? The Sustainable Growth Sanctuary is a slow, intimate mastermind for sensitive entrepreneurs who want to grow without overriding themselves. Next cohort enrolls in Sept. 2025.   Feeling burnt out? Burnout to Balance, a self-paced course, will help you recover your energy and rebuild your business in a way that honors your nervous system and your life.   Join My Newsletter: Read gently honest reflections on body-led business, sustainable growth for sensitive entrepreneurs, and the real inner work of showing up as a highly sensitive, neurodivergent leader — rooted in my own lived experience.   Free Somatic Coaching Starter Session: Experience a free session using asynchronous voice memo coaching via Signal app.

In this conversation with Jayne Anne Ammar, we discuss how to not absorb others emotions as a HSP and space holder. We talk about: -the unique advantages and challenges of being a HSP space holder -how we have learned to not absorb other people's energy as we hold space for them -the warning signs that we experience when we are carrying emotions and parts of the other person's process that is not ours -helpful tools, skills, and practices that we have used in order to stay in our own energy -helpful mindset shifts that has allowed us to stay in our own energy as a HSP Jayne Anne Ammar is the owner of Health on Your Terms, where she supports highly sensitive people in healing their relationship with food so they can feel good about how their bodies look and feel. When she’s not hiking, dancing, or reading, you can connect with her on her blog, where she writes about food, eating, bodies, and self-image. You can learn more about her here. If you found this podcast helpful, please give it a thumbs up and share it with others who might benefit. Don't forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell so you never miss a new show!   Get Involved:   The Gentle Momentum Method mini-course If you’re ready to know exactly which business activity to do in accordance with your energy levels and time constraints daily, my new mini-course, The Gentle Momentum Method is for you. This self-paced course helps you make real progress in your business, even on low-capacity days. You’ll learn my signature Energy Mapping method that has allowed me to make meaningful progress in my business while being a highly sensitive, neurodivergent, toddler mom. It’s specifically designed to be tiny, digestible, and immediately actionable. Learn more and enroll here for only $30.   1:1 Sustainable Growth Private Coaching: a personalized container for sensitive entrepreneurs ready to grow with clarity, calm, and nervous system support. Learn more and apply.   Craving community and deep support? The Sustainable Growth Sanctuary is a slow, intimate mastermind for sensitive entrepreneurs who want to grow without overriding themselves. Next cohort enrolls in Sept. 2025.   Feeling burnt out? Burnout to Balance, a self-paced course, will help you recover your energy and rebuild your business in a way that honors your nervous system and your life.   Join My Newsletter: Read gently honest reflections on body-led business, sustainable growth for sensitive entrepreneurs, and the real inner work of showing up as a highly sensitive, neurodivergent leader — rooted in my own lived experience.   Free Somatic Coaching Starter Session: Experience a free session using asynchronous voice memo coaching via Signal app.

In this episode of the Sensitive. Podcast, Iris Cullinan and I discuss HSP/neurodivergent burnout: -What exactly is it? -Why are highly sensitive and neurodivergent people much more susceptible to burnout? -What are some dangers for burnout for HSP and neurodivergent people in the corporate world and in the world of self-employment? -4 key ways can you support yourself to get out of burnout -and much more   Iris Cullinan is a hypnotherapist, breathwork guide, and neurosomatic coach who helps creative, intuitive, sensitive leaders heal from burnout, find success and wellbeing, and level up their lives. RARE FORTUNE is her practice, which brings together years of training and experience from across the personal, professional, and spiritual development fields. She is a Certified Life & Career Coach, a graduate of the Divine Feminine School of Hypnosis, certified with the National Guild of Hypnotists, and a Certified SOMA Breath Facilitator. She has also supported thousands of leaders from nonprofits to the Fortune 500 to level up as leaders through her role as a Certified Executive Coach, facilitator, and corporate leadership development consultant. As a neurodivergent, highly sensitive leader herself, her mission is to pave the way for more of us to thrive so that through sharing our gifts, balance can be restored within the world. You can find more about Iris here: https://www.rarefortune.co Instagram If you found this podcast helpful, please give it a 5 star review and share it with others who might benefit so more HSP and neurodivergent business owners can get support. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell so you never miss an update!   Get Involved:   The Gentle Momentum Method mini-course If you’re ready to know exactly which business activity to do in accordance with your energy levels and time constraints daily, my new mini-course, The Gentle Momentum Method is for you. This self-paced course helps you make real progress in your business, even on low-capacity days. You’ll learn my signature Energy Mapping method that has allowed me to make meaningful progress in my business while being a highly sensitive, neurodivergent, toddler mom. It’s specifically designed to be tiny, digestible, and immediately actionable. Learn more and enroll here for only $30.   1:1 Sustainable Growth Private Coaching: a personalized container for sensitive entrepreneurs ready to grow with clarity, calm, and nervous system support. Learn more and apply.   Craving community and deep support? The Sustainable Growth Sanctuary is a slow, intimate mastermind for sensitive entrepreneurs who want to grow without overriding themselves. Next cohort enrolls in Sept. 2025.   Feeling burnt out? Burnout to Balance, a self-paced course, will help you recover your energy and rebuild your business in a way that honors your nervous system and your life.   Join My Newsletter: Read gently honest reflections on body-led business, sustainable growth for sensitive entrepreneurs, and the real inner work of showing up as a highly sensitive, neurodivergent leader — rooted in my own lived experience.   Free Somatic Coaching Starter Session: Experience a free session using asynchronous voice memo coaching via Signal app.