Unapologetically Sensitive

TITLE Being Present to Your Own Process with Jo Beckwith, aka Footless Jo GUEST  Jo Beckwith EPISODE OVERVIEW  Jo embodies vulnerability, strength, and courage, and she’s so likable! She talks about the difficulty of being seen and allowing us to come on her journey with her. Jo talks about the goodbye party she had for her foot before choosing to have it amputated. We talk about creativity vs. structure, and how Jo navigates her large social media presence. We talk about the power of exposing what feels vulnerable. Jo shares some of the unexpected insights she’s had being an amputee.  GUEST BIO Jo Beckwith is a public speaker, advocate, YouTube creator, and amputee, who passionately believes in the incredibly perseverant capacity of the human soul. We may not have the exact same life experiences, but Jo knows that as human beings, we have the unique capacity to help each other heal and grow by sharing our stories. PODCAST HOST Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Coach.  She knows what it’s like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcast Unapologetically Sensitive to help other HSPs know that they aren’t alone, and that being an HSP has amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for HSPs that focus on understanding what it means to be an HSP, self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication and creating a lifestyle that honors us.  LINKS Jo’s links Website--www.FootlessJo.com YouTube--http://www.youtube.com/footlessjo Instagram--http://www.instagram.com/footlessjo Tik Tok--https://www.tiktok.com/@footlessjo Patricia’s links HSP Online Course--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/hsp-online-groups/ Podcast Survey-- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-fAYIyFgVb0VHlDorfm8ZdXClCcYDlv0cSP2RXZSZY16SIQ/viewform Receive the top 10 most downloaded episodes of the podcast-- https://www.subscribepage.com/e6z6e6  To write a review in itunes:  click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2  select “listen on Apple Podcasts” chose “open in itunes” choose “ratings and reviews” click to rate the number of starts click “write a review” Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Closed/Private Facebook group for therapists and healers-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/208565440423641/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber Tik Tok-- https://www.tiktok.com/@hsppodcast e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

TITLE Healing from a Narcissistic (or Abusive) Relationship GUEST  Amy Marlow-Macoy, LPC EPISODE OVERVIEW  Amy describes the types of wounds that narcissistic abuse causes. We talk about people-pleasing, codependency, and the fear of being selfish. Amy weighs in on whether you can heal if the abuser is a family member, and you choose to continue to have contact. She provides some exercises and a meditation for healing. Amy talks about the kinds of therapy that she believes are helpful for healing narcissistic abuse, and what to look for in a therapist. MEDITATION The meditation is about 30 minutes into the episode (24-25 minutes in after the interview starts) GUEST BIO Amy Marlow-MaCoy is a licensed professional counselor located in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. Amy specializes in treating adults from narcissistic, emotionally immature, or toxic relationships. Amy recently published The Gaslighting Recovery Workbook, a book designed to help readers identify gaslighting in relationships, protect themselves from further abuse, and begin to heal. In sessions and in writing, Amy uses warmth, compassion, and a geeky sense of humor to support her clients in healing. PODCAST HOST Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Coach.  She knows what it’s like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcast Unapologetically Sensitive to help other HSPs know that they aren’t alone, and that being an HSP has amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for HSPs that focus on understanding what it means to be an HSP, self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors us  LINKS Amy’s links Website-- https://amymarlowmacoy.com/group-therapy/ Facebook--www.facebook.com/amymarlowmacoylpc Instagram--www.instagram.com/amymarlowmacoylpc Walking on Eggshells Group-- https://amymarlowmacoy.com/group-therapy/ Out of the Fog website-- http://outofthefog.com/search_caf.php?src=mountains&uid=outofthefog5f42ef3f40e4e9.22052862&abp=1&country=US&query=Narcissist%20Symptoms&afdToken=3B1gz2HsTueJxmYk0fXXvguy2KkVhoADrPWgCmRPPYI0OPH3TJRyRYrw9ih7L8SOxGnv1OcEr6iCw6wYmrFWLRSCwXI5bqyrOIAHvzLFEw Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents by Dr. Lindsay Gibson Recovering from Emotionally Immature Parents by Dr. Lindsay Gibson Episode 80 Best of the Podcast, Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-80/ Narcissistic Abuse Support Tracy Malone-- https://tracyamalone.com/ Will I Ever Be Good Enough by Karyl McBride Episode 85—Narcissism, Gaslighting, Love-Bombing, Hoovering and Recovering from a Narcissistic Relationship https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-85/  Patricia’s links HSP Online Course--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/hsp-online-groups/ Podcast Survey-- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-fAYIyFgVb0VHlDorfm8ZdXClCcYDlv0cSP2RXZSZY16SIQ/viewform Receive the top 10 most downloaded episodes of the podcast-- https://www.subscribepage.com/e6z6e6 To write a review in itunes: click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2 select “listen on Apple Podcasts” chose “open in itunes” choose “ratings and reviews” click to rate the number of starts click “write a review” Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Closed/Private Facebook group for therapists and healers-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/208565440423641/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber Tik Tok-- https://www.tiktok.com/@hsppodcast e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

TITLE What Brings Us Joy—Walking Through Overthinking GUEST solo EPISODE OVERVIEW In deciding to buy a kayak, I experienced overthinking; fearing I didn’t have enough information; wanting to get all the information; feeling overwhelmed, and talking so much, my husband experienced kayak fatigue.  I wasn’t sure I was worthy of the cost of getting something I really wanted. I talk about the bumps my husband and I experienced—including playing worst case scenario—and how we worked through the challenges.  PODCAST HOST Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Coach.  She knows what it’s like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcast Unapologetically Sensitive to help other HSPs know that they aren’t alone, and that being an HSP has amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for HSPs that focus on understanding what it means to be an HSP, self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors us LINKS HSP Online Course--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/hsp-online-groups/ Podcast Survey-- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-fAYIyFgVb0VHlDorfm8ZdXClCcYDlv0cSP2RXZSZY16SIQ/viewform Receive the top 10 most downloaded episodes of the podcast-- https://www.subscribepage.com/e6z6e6 To write a review in itunes: click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2 select “listen on Apple Podcasts” chose “open in itunes” choose “ratings and reviews” click to rate the number of starts click “write a review” Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Closed/Private Facebook group for therapists and healers-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/208565440423641/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber Tik Tok-- https://www.tiktok.com/@hsppodcast e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

TITLE How to Identify a Healthy Relationship GUEST Lindsay Gibson, PsyD. EPISODE OVERVIEW Dr. Lindsay Gibson, author of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents describes healthy relationships look like, and she identifies characteristics of a person who is capable of having a healthy relationship. She talks about what to look for at the beginning of a relationship. She also talks about deal breakers and red flags, and why people who had unhappy childhoods tend to get involved with difficult partners. She explains why it can be hard to end a relationship that isn’t working.  HIGHLIGHTS Emotional Immaturity—These people respond like young children or adolescents.  They lack empathy and are not able to see things from another’s point of view.  They lack the ability to self-regulate and they are NOT self-reflective.  They have a strong sense of self, but not of others.  There may be attachment injuries, and a secure attachment is essential to develop a healthy sense of self. What are the elements of a healthy relationship? The relationship supports and builds the energy and individuality of each person One has the ability to be empathic—you can imagine your internal experience and the internal experience of the other One is interested in their partner, their well-being, they enjoy their partner’s success and are supportive One is willing to learn One keeps it interesting What are some personality characteristics of a person who is capable of a healthy relationship? One is sensitive and can tune in to the other person One’s personality is complex enough to support individuality (the partner doesn’t have to think, believe, act, do things exactly like the other person to make them feel secure) One automatically takes the other person into account One is able to take turns with problem-solving, compromise One is creative and resilient One knows their own needs and preference and can voice them One can tolerate conflict One can be vulnerable  One can manage having competing needs Mature coping mechanisms like humor, or asking for support Why are some people aware of their unhappy childhoods, yet they find themselves involved with difficult people in their adult relationships? HSPs have great insight and great memories HSPs are altruistic and function at a high level If a person doesn’t do the emotional work to heal from childhood, they recognize the patterns, but continue to engage in relationships/patterns that don’t work You must have the emotional experience of what happened to you in childhood When one hasn’t done the emotional work, one doesn’t have the gut feeling or instinct that informs one that this isn’t healthy What signs should a person look for at the beginning of a relationship in order to assess its potential for becoming a healthy relationship? One feels fully seen One is even tempered One is able to own and accept their mistakes One has the ability to apologize and make amends One has the capacity to receive One is enjoyable, playful, has a sense of humor There is a realistic and reliable foundation One can work with reality and they try and understand what’s going on One can think and feel at the same time (one’s brain doesn’t get hijacked with emotion) One can be reasoned with One is respectful of boundaries—if you set a boundary, one might be curious about it (but not defensive or try and push the boundary) One doesn’t psychoanalyze or label or call names (sensitive, overreacting, emotional, unreliable, etc.) One can talk from a feeling place  One won’t tell you how you should be feelings One can wait and be patient One can handle stress well (if you see impatience and irritability in the beginning BEWARE!) What are the biggest red flags that indicate that you might be getting involved with an Emotionally Immature Person? You feel like you can’t completely be yourself Not opening up, not completely at ease, watching yourself Your thoughts are scrambled You don’t think as clearly or concisely The person has a history of conflictual relationships, and tends to see themselves as a victim or a rescuer What are deal breakers in any close relationship?  If you’re doing a lot of the work, and you can’t communicate your feelings, and you don’t feel safe or confident with the other person The other person is constantly telling you that you’re the problem Why is it difficult to end a difficult relationship? We bond with others for a sense of survival.  It’s familiar and there is emotional intensity (this isn’t necessarily a positive attribute) The more emotional stimulation (even if it’s negative—fighting, abuse), the tighter the bonding GUEST BIO Lindsay Gibson, PsyD. has been a licensed clinical psychologist for over thirty years and specializes in individual adult psychotherapy with adult children of emotionally immature parents. She is the author of three books. Her most recent book Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents remains a #1 Amazon Best Seller. The follow up to this book is Recovering from Emotionally Immature Parents, and the 2nd edition of her first book Who You Were Meant To Be has just been released on Amazon. In the past Dr. Gibson has served as an adjunct assistant professor teaching doctoral psychology students, and she writes a monthly Well-Being column for Tidewater Women magazine in Virginia Beach, VA. PODCAST HOST Patricia Young hosts the podcast Unapologetically Sensitive, and she works with Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) helping them to understand their HSP traits, and turning their perceived shortcomings into superpowers. Patricia is passionate about providing education to help HSPs and non-HSPs understand and truly appreciate the amazing gifts they have to offer. Patricia works globally online with HSPs providing coaching. Patricia also facilitates online groups for HSPs that focus on building community and developing skills (identifying your superpowers, boundaries, perfectionism, dealing with conflict, mindfulness, embracing emotions, creating a lifestyle that supports the HSP, communication and more). LINKS Dr. Gibson’s Links Website— http://www.drlindsaygibson.com/ What is an Emotionally Immature person and how to identify a healthy relationship with Dr. Lindsay Gibson episode 43--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-43/ Narcissism, Gas Lighting, Love Bombing,  Hoovering and Healing from a Narcissistic Relationship with Amy Marlow Macoy episode 85-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-85/  John Bowlby on Attachment https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Exf_rR1NnNs  Bruce Ecker Pro Symptom Approach-- https://www.coherencetherapy.org/files/CNOTE6_Overview_of_CT_and_Its_Use_Of_MR.pdf  Stephen Porges Polyvagal Theory-- https://www.stephenporges.com/  Love on the Spectrum on Netflix Patricia’s links HSP Online Course--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/hsp-online-groups/ Podcast Survey-- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-fAYIyFgVb0VHlDorfm8ZdXClCcYDlv0cSP2RXZSZY16SIQ/viewform Receive the top 10 most downloaded episodes of the podcast-- https://www.subscribepage.com/e6z6e6  To write a review in itunes:  click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2  select “listen on Apple Podcasts” chose “open in itunes” choose “ratings and reviews” click to rate the number of starts click “write a review” Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Closed/Private Facebook group for therapists and healers-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/208565440423641/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber Tik Tok-- https://www.tiktok.com/@hsppodcast    e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

TITLE Where Identity Intersects With Being Rejected GUEST  Annie Schuessler EPISODE OVERVIEW  Annie was terrified to ask to be a guest on 20 podcasts this year; even though she’s a podcaster! We talk about what her gremlins were telling her, and she breaks down her process step-by-step. She shares what she told herself when she was scared, and how she used mindfulness and reframing to reassure herself.  This is a process anyone can do when they are facing new and scary things. Annie talks about being Queer, and how being marginalized played into potential rejection. BIO Annie Schuessler is a business coach and the host of Rebel Therapist®Podcast. She's been a business coach for therapists, healers and coaches for over 10 years. With her Rebel Therapist®Programs, she helps entrepreneurs make a their biggest impact. You can find her resources at rebeltherapist.me. PODCAST HOST Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Coach.  She knows what it’s like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcast Unapologetically Sensitive to help other HSPs know that they aren’t alone, and that being an HSP has amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for HSPs that focus on understanding what it means to be an HSP, self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors us  LINKS Annie’s links Website—rebeltherapist.me Instagram--https://www.instagram.com/annieschuessler/ Octavia’s Parables Podcast--https://www.tor.com/2020/06/22/octavia-butler-parable-sower-talents-podcast-adrienne-maree-brown-toshi-reagon-listen/ Sonya Renee Taylor Instagam--https://www.instagram.com/sonyareneetaylor/?hl=en Parable of the Sower (Parable (1)) by Octavia E. Butler  Parable of the Talents (Parable (2)) by Octavia E. Butler  Patricia’s links: Link to take listener survey-- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-fAYIyFgVb0VHlDorfm8ZdXClCcYDlv0cSP2RXZSZY16SIQ/viewform HSP Online Course--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/hsp-online-groups/ Podcast Survey-- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-fAYIyFgVb0VHlDorfm8ZdXClCcYDlv0cSP2RXZSZY16SIQ/viewform Best of the podcast—You’re not fragile; you’re very strong with Annie Schuessler episode 32--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-32/ To write a review in itunes:  click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2  select “listen on Apple Podcasts” chose “open in itunes” choose “ratings and reviews” click to rate the number of starts click “write a review” Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Closed/Private Facebook group for therapists and healers-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/208565440423641/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber TikTok-- www.tiktok.com/@hsppodcast  e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

TITLE It Was Hard Being Sensitive; But It’s Not Hard Now  GUEST  Kelsey Cochrane EPISODE OVERVIEW  Kelsey talks about trying to fit in and learning how to feel her feelings without judging them.  Kelsey started letting others know what she needed, and this has allowed others to also ask for what they want. Kelsey talks about being her own worst enemy, and how she has learned to use self-compassion and to be present for herself. Kelsey realized she was unhappy in her job, and she talks about what she has done to create a lifestyle that honors her and her Highly Sensitive needs. GUEST BIO Kelsey Cochrane is a Highly Sensitive Person who lives in rural Northern Arizona. She participated in the fall HSP Course in 2019, and she realized during the course that it was time to make some major changes. She left her job as a public school teacher, and she recently moved into the field of behavioral health, and is pursuing a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Kelsey is also participating in a positive reinforcement horse training program that better fits her, and her wild horse's sensitivities.  PODCAST HOST Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Coach.  She knows what it’s like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcast Unapologetically Sensitive to help other HSPs know that they aren’t alone, and that being an HSP has amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for HSPs that focus on understanding what it means to be an HSP, self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors us  LINKS Patricia’s links: HSP Online Course--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/hsp-online-groups/ Podcast Survey-- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-fAYIyFgVb0VHlDorfm8ZdXClCcYDlv0cSP2RXZSZY16SIQ/viewform Overall Struggles and Strengths of HSPs episode 37-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-37/ After Learning She Was an HSP, Ranielle Talks About What She Got From Taking the Online HSP Course episode 49-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-49/ A Highly Sensitive Person, and Introvert Talks about her Experience Taking the Online HSP Course episode 53-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-53/ 2 Participants from the Online HSP Course share their experience episode 51--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-51/ A therapist talks about her anxiety after taking the Online HSP Course episode 48-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-48/ A Highly Sensitive Relationship Coach shares her experience after taking the Online HSP Course episode 55--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-55/ I felt like I finally belonged somewhere –2 participants share their experience taking the Online HSP Course episode 82-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-82/ To write a review in itunes:  click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2  select “listen on Apple Podcasts” chose “open in itunes” choose “ratings and reviews” click to rate the number of starts click “write a review” Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Closed/Private Facebook group for therapists and healers-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/208565440423641/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber TikTok-- www.tiktok.com/@hsppodcast  e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

TITLE Navigating the Bumps We Experience in Relationships   GUEST Solo episode EPISODE OVERVIEW Are your needs being met in your relationships? Are you the one who is always there for others? Is it reciprocal? Do you have a higher need for connection than your friends? Why do HSPs stay in relationships when they aren’t working? Do our high levels of empathy help or hurt us in relationships when we hit a rough patch? Is there more wounding in long-term relationships verses newer relationships? PODCAST HOST Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Coach.  She knows what it’s like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truth-teller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcast Unapologetically Sensitive to help other HSPs know that they aren’t alone, and that being an HSP has amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for HSPs that focus on understanding what it means to be an HSP, self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors us LINKS HSP Online Course--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/hsp-online-groups/ Podcast Survey-- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-fAYIyFgVb0VHlDorfm8ZdXClCcYDlv0cSP2RXZSZY16SIQ/viewform To write a review in itunes: click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2 select “listen on Apple Podcasts” chose “open in itunes” choose “ratings and reviews” click to rate the number of starts click “write a review” Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Closed/Private Facebook group for therapists and healers-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/208565440423641/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber Tik Tok-- https://www.tiktok.com/@hsppodcast    e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

TITLE Narcissism, Gaslighting, Love-Bombing, Hoovering and Healing From A Narcissistic Relationship   GUEST  Amy Marlow-MaCoy, LPC EPISODE OVERVIEW  Amy talks about how gaslighting can show up in any relationship, and how to spot it when it happens.  She talks about how to identify a narcissist, and we talk about codependency, love-bombing, hoovering, grey rock, extinction burst, and revisionist history.  Amy gives lots of specific examples of what a narcissist might say, and how the HSP can respond. She talks about why gaslighting is so effective and how it undermines self-confidence and the self-blame that ensues. Amy also talks about how one can begin to heal and develop self-compassion, assertiveness, and embracing one’s sensitivity. GUEST BIO Amy Marlow-MaCoy is a licensed professional counselor located in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. Amy specializes in treating adults from narcissistic, emotionally immature, or toxic relationships. Amy recently published The Gaslighting Recovery Workbook, a book designed to help readers identify gaslighting in relationships, protect themselves from further abuse, and begin to heal. In sessions and in writing, Amy uses warmth, compassion, and a geeky sense of humor to support her clients in healing. PODCAST HOST Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Coach.  She knows what it’s like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcast Unapologetically Sensitive to help other HSPs know that they aren’t alone and that being an HSP has amazing gifts and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for HSPs that focus on understanding what it means to be an HSP, self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors us.  LINKS Amy’s links: Website-- https://amymarlowmacoy.com/group-therapy/ Facebook--www.facebook.com/amymarlowmacoylpc Instagram--www.instagram.com/amymarlowmacoylpc Walking on Eggshells Group-- https://amymarlowmacoy.com/group-therapy/ Out of the Fog website-- http://outofthefog.com/search_caf.php?src=mountains&uid=outofthefog5f42ef3f40e4e9.22052862&abp=1&country=US&query=Narcissist%20Symptoms&afdToken=3B1gz2HsTueJxmYk0fXXvguy2KkVhoADrPWgCmRPPYI0OPH3TJRyRYrw9ih7L8SOxGnv1OcEr6iCw6wYmrFWLRSCwXI5bqyrOIAHvzLFEw Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents by Dr. Lindsay Gibson Recovering from Emotionally Immature Parents by Dr. Lindsay Gibson Episode 80 Best of the Podcast, Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/episode-80/ Narcissistic Abuse Support Tracy Malone-- https://tracyamalone.com/ Will I Ever Be Good Enough by Karyl McBride Patricia’s links: HSP Online Course--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/hsp-online-groups/ Podcast Survey-- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-fAYIyFgVb0VHlDorfm8ZdXClCcYDlv0cSP2RXZSZY16SIQ/viewform To write a review in iTunes:  click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2  select “listen on Apple Podcasts” chose “open in itunes” choose “ratings and reviews” click to rate the number of starts click “write a review” Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Closed/Private Facebook group for therapists and healers-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/208565440423641/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

TITLE I Didn’t Know How To Use My Sensitivity GUEST  Kelly Vance EPISODE OVERVIEW  We talk about boundaries, perfectionism, and the negative labels we use to describe our sensitivity, and how Kelly changed how she views herself.  Kelly talks briefly about how she felt seen and heard when I unintentionally voiced my monogamy bias after learning that Kelly is polyamorous. We laugh at our HS quirks and struggles and have a very vulnerable and open conversation.  Kelly is very reflective and articulate about her experiences and struggles as an HSP. Kelly once told me I have Mad Lady Balls, and we laugh about that, but we also talk about the courage and strength it takes to be vulnerable. GUEST BIO Kelly Vance is a Highly Sensitive Person from Scottsdale, Arizona.  She is a freelance writer, human resources administrator, and lover of all things irreverent, silly and whimsical.  Outside of quarantining during a global pandemic, she can be found in thrift stores, art galleries, or shopping for questionable items on Etsy.  PODCAST HOST Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Coach.  She knows what it’s like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truth-teller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcast Unapologetically Sensitive to help other HSPs know that they aren’t alone and that being an HSP has amazing gifts and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for HSPs that focus on understanding what it means to be an HSP, self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors us.  LINKS Patricia’s links Bonus Episode 73 part 1 How to heal when we’ve been blindsided--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/bonus-episode-73/ Bonus Episode 74 part 2 How to heal when we’ve been blindsided--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/bonus-episode-74/ Bonus Episode 75 Regrets, healing, and how to imperfectly set boundaries during COVID-19--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/bonus-episode-75/ HSP Online Course--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/hsp-online-groups/ To write a review in iTunes:  click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2  select “listen on Apple Podcasts” chose “open in iTunes” choose “ratings and reviews” click to rate the number of starts click “write a review” Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Closed/Private Facebook group for therapists and healers-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/208565440423641/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

TITLE Best of the Podcast—What is a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)? Aren’t all HSPs Introverts? GUEST Jacquelyn Strickland, LPC EPISODE OVERVIEW Jacquelyn Strickland co-created the HSP Gathering Retreats with Dr. Elaine Aron in 2000, and she has worked exclusively with HSPs since then. Jacquelyn talks about the 4 Core Characteristics of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), and the differences between Highly Sensitive and non-Highly Sensitive introverts and extroverts, as well as the ambivert. Jaquelyn also talks about sensitivity as we age, and what it means to be fully integrated with a strong sense of self-identity as an HSP. HIGHLIGHTS We discuss the term Highly Sensitive Person and Jacquelyn shares her thoughts about this name There are 1.4 Billion HSPs in the world and we all share these 4 core characteristics The 4 Core Characteristics of being a Highly Sensitive Person as coined by Dr. Elaine Aron D—Depth of Processing Elaine Aron feels that Depth of Processing is a key component for HSPs Depth of processing happens in the pre-frontal cortex, so HSPs see breadth and depth of things around us We reflect more than others on the way the world is going We think about the meaning of life We Wonder about the quality of relationships we’re in We’re aware of social justice issues O—Overarousal and Overstimulation That feeling of being stressed out Feeling burnt out This may be the most negative thing HSPs experience since our current dominant culture is about doing Chronic overstimulation can lead to depression and anxiety E—Emotional Responsiveness and Empathy We bring more emotional intensity and empathy in most every situation There’s a difference between emotional intensity and emotional reactivity We can honor our emotional intensity—this is where we express our feelings in the arts, writing beautiful poems, people who show or speak passionately about they feel We have more mirror neurons S—Sensitive to Subtleties We can notice when the barometric pressure is dropping Some HSPs may have perfect pitch We have more side effects to medications We are usually sensitive to changes in temperature We may notice the sound of a ticking clock or dripping water   70% of Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) are introverts 30% of Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) are extroverts There are 5 distinct groups we need to look at when talking about introversion and extroversion HS introvert HS extrovert Non-HS introvert Non-HS extrovert Ambivert Jacquelyn also talks about the Myer’s Briggs and what it means when scores on introversion or extroversion are high and low The concept of the battery being charged for extroverts and drained for introverts when they are around people is primarily talking about Non-HSPs A HS extrovert will enjoy being alone; will need time to recharge after extroverting, and will probably choose specific venues to socializing that are different than a Non-HS extrovert A HS extrovert needs to find the right amount of novel stimulation, to renew and recharge A HS extrovert may want to know who will be at the party (their political affiliation, what the activities will be; how long will the activity last) in order to see if it satisfies our HS needs As we get older, we may get more particular about where and how we choose to expend our energy and time We can be sensitive extroverts, or we can choose to introvert You can be a HS extrovert and still feel socially awkward or not always feel at ease in social situations Our depth of processing can make it challenging if we’re reading the room, or we may go home and wonder if we talked too much or did things right If you feel uncomfortable in a social situation, it helps to have a role—volunteer to help; arrive early before it gets crowded When we worry about doing things right or following the rules it can make it harder for us to trust that how we show up is just right I thought I had social anxiety, was anxious, was an introvert, so I avoided social situations and felt depressed and lethargic. Turns out, I’m a Highly Sensitive Extrovert, which is why I’m so passionate about providing information to others who may read memes around introversion and mistakenly identify The ambivert doesn’t have the DOES, but can choose whether to introvert or extrovert We want to be fully self-identified and integrated as HSPs regardless of whether we’re an introvert or extrovert Once we get fully integrated with a strong sense of self-identify, when we’ve healed our wounds, when we’ve reframed our past, when we’ve got a plan of knowing when and how to be out in the world, we don’t hide anymore. We talk about sensitivity and whether it increases as we age We discuss HSPs and social media We talk about the HSP retreats that Jacquelyn has been running and the benefits and unexpected gifts she’s seen people get from these retreats We talk about some of the things that are unrelated to being an HSP that are often posted in groups, and then people identify and things that are not related to being an HSP get mistakenly attributed to being an HSP Jacquelyn acknowledges Dr. Elaine Aron’s work and the fact that she’s opened the doors for many people (myself included) to specialize in working with The Highly Sensitive Person Thank you Dr. Elaine Aron! GUEST BIO Jacquelyn has been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 1993, which is the same year she became certified to utilize the statistically valid & reliable Myers Briggs Personality Assessment.   Her professional and personal lives took synchronistic detour when she stumbled across Elaine Aron’s original work in May 1996 while waiting for a bus not far from where Elaine lives in Marin County, California.    Since that time, Jacquelyn has devoted herself to empowering sensitive people around the world.  She and Elaine co-created the HSP Gathering Retreats in 2001, and there have been 35 and counting HSP Gatherings, both nationally and internationally – in Canada, Germany, Sweden, United Kingdom, and on both U.S. coasts and in between.   She is an Advanced HSP Consultant , one  of 15 national & international HSP professionals trained by Elaine Aron in 2018 on the concept, measurement and research regarding of Sensory Processing Sensitivity and the highly sensitive person Besides Elaine Aron, major influences which have informed Jacquelyn’s work have been her background in Social Work, Women’s Studies, Brene Brown, Eco Psychology & her Nature as Teacher & Healer experiences.  She is fortunate to live in Colorado where she has been able to immerse herself in nature for days at a time over the last 30 years. She has recently added the title of Sage – and she teaches, mentors, and counsels not only with knowledge of our HSP trait, but also with decades of wisdom from living authentically as an HSP.  Elaine talks of this stage as the Priestly Advisor.     She has been married to a major introvert, non-HSP, since 1978 .  Her relationship with someone so different than me is what prompted my study of temperaments, including the Myers Briggs and the Enneagram.  She is the mother of two grown sons, one a  HSP, and the grandmother of 3 grandchildren, ages 4, 2 and 1.   Her oldest granddaughter is a sensitive extrovert, like her grandmother.    PODCAST HOST Patricia Young work is a licensed therapist and coach, specializing in working with Highly Sensitive People (HSPs). Patricia is passionate about providing education to help HSPs and non-HSPs understand and truly appreciate the amazing gifts they have to offer. Patricia works globally online with HSPs providing coaching. Patricia also facilitates online groups for HSPs that focus on building community and developing skills (identifying your superpowers, boundaries, perfectionism, dealing with conflict, mindfulness, embracing emotions, creating a lifestyle that supports the HSP, communication and more). LINKS Jacquelyn’s Links Website-- LifeWorks! http://www.lifeworkshelp.com/ Stages of Cultural Awareness/Acceptance As An HSP--http://www.lifeworkshelp.com/HSP-Newsletter/stages-of-cultural-awareness-acceptance-as-an-hsp/ Top Ten Reasons to Have a HSP Dyad Parntership-- http://www.lifeworkshelp.com/HSP-Newsletter/top-ten-reasons-to-have-a-hsp-dyad-partnership/ Introversion, Extroversion and The Highly Sensitive Person--https://hsperson.com/introversion-extroversion-and-the-highly-sensitive-person/ HSP Highlights & Insights Ezine: Sign up Here-- http://www.lifeworkshelp.com/HSP-Newsletter/ You can like the HSP Gathering Retreat Facebook Page here: http://www.lifeworkshelp.com/HSP-Newsletter/winter-2018-new-hsp-happenings-here-and-around-the-world/  The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron Patricia’s Links To write a review in itunes: click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2 select “listen on Apple Podcasts” chose “open in itunes” choose “ratings and reviews” click to rate the number of starts click “write a review” Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com