Unapologetically Sensitive

TITLE Yin Yoga, and How I Healed My Autoimmune Disease GUEST Julie Quinn EPISODE OVERVIEW Julie Quinn talks about Yin Yoga, and the benefits for the Highly Sensitive Person. She talks about the vagus nerve; the importance of the parasympathetic nervous system; why rest & digest is important, and the possible symptoms of constantly being in a state of fight or flight. Julie shares her journey with autoimmune disease, and how she used food to heal. Julie provides a guided meditation. Julie has a special offer for the listeners if you're interested in her organic essential oil products. HIGHLIGHTS What is Yin Yoga Long held deep stretches Works with connective tissue (fascia) Works with what we're holding onto emotionally in the body Each stretch is a supported stretch Stretch lasts 3-10 minutes Is uses breath and relaxation It's about sensation and softening What is Restorative Yoga It's not a stretch; it's relaxing It's beneficial for people who want to get their health back Vagus Nerve Sends messages to the brain to help with safety and regulation The actual nerve goes from the brain stem through the medulla, to the trachea, esophagus, into the heart, lungs, and diaphragm Rest and Digest Healing the nervous system Use of breath, body, nervous system and the mind Uses the parasympathetic system It's the opposite of fight, flight or freeze (and fawn?) Heart rate decreases Cortisol levels decrease Adrenalin decreases We can train ourselves to be in rest and digest Fight, flight, freeze (fawn?) When we've had trauma, we go into fight flight, freeze We are overstimulated with phones, distractions We need adrenalin for survival, but we don't want to be in this state all the time We may have a racing heart, breathing too fast, digestion can't happen properly Symptoms Extra weight—especially around the belly/middle Not digesting food Digestive issues Adrenal fatigue Thyroid issues Overall fatigue Autoimmune issues We want to be in an optimal thriving state Harmonious state We're able to connect to our higher mind (center, wellness, higher self) Gut/brain connection Serotonin is created in the gut Gut issues can cause depression, anxiety, inflammation, brain fog, bad breath, acne, psoriasis, body odor, cracks in the mouth, sores in the mouth, irritability, grogginess, brain fog, sleep issues Nighshades can cause issues with some people Tomatoes, bell peppers, goji berries, eggplant, white potatoes It can help to eat foods that are found in Blue Zones (sweet potatoes) Redheads require more anesthesia, and it can take longer to numb with local anesthesia Quinntessentials are organic essential oil products Julie creates and sells Get 15% off all Quinntessentials at Julie's website www.Quinntesssentialsproducts.com with the code HSP GUEST BIO Julie Quinn discovered Yoga in 1999 and explored several different styles, such as Bikram, Hatha, Anusara, Acro, Ashtanga, and Vinyasa, completing over seven unique teacher trainings, including a 200 hour certification with YogaWorks. Currently, she teaches yoga at MOSAIC in Golden Hill, Ginseng in South Park, and Fit Athletic in the East Village in San Diego, CA. Julie's classes range from Restorative to Yin to challenging Vinyasa flow or Beginning yoga with a focus on alignment and connection. Julie is passionate about sharing a creative yoga practice that is enjoyable and accessible for all people, beginners and advanced practitioners alike. Her approach is to encourage others to find their connection. Aligning the students with asana, pranayama, meditation, insights, aromatherapy, and energy work. Special events, lectures, and retreats are also offered periodically. Julie is a certified Yoga Teacher, Aromatherapist, and Herbalist. As the owner of Quinntessentials Organic Essential Oil Products, she blends her diverse interests and expertise to create a healing experience for all who join her on the mat. Julie grew up in Nebraska and trained early in life to be a dancer, later earning a BA in Dance from Columbia College Chicago. She has always been drawn to herbs, essential oils, and alternative healing, which lead her to study Herbology while dancing in Chicago and working at spas and wellness centers. She spent years learning all about the healing arts, nutrition, herbology, and aromatherapy while working closely with many inspiring teachers. She started to create her own products once she understood the need for chemical free and essential oil rich ingredients in the things we use everyday. Follow @quinntessentialsproducts for more information on her business and @Quinnsights on instagram for her yoga and retreat offerings or visit her websites: PODCAST HOST Patricia Young works with Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) helping them to understand their HSP traits, and turning their perceived shortcomings into superpowers. Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who 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 Julie's Links www.Quinntesssentialsproducts.com Use code HSP to get 15% off of Julie's products (this is an affiliate link) www.yogaretreatwithus.com Bastyr University Clinic-- https://bastyrclinic.org/ Dr. Gundry Dr. Daniel Amen Dr. Mark Hyman Patricia's Links HSP Online Course--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/hsp-online-groups/ Online Meetup for May 2, 2020 with Julie for Yin Yoga--https://www.meetup.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-Meetup/events/270142201/ 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 Meetup-- https://www.meetup.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-Meetup/ Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private 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

TITLE Yin Yoga Meditation GUEST Julie Quinn EPISODE OVERVIEW This is the meditation Julie Quinn did in episode 66. This is just the meditation. GUEST BIO Julie Quinn discovered Yoga in 1999 and explored several different styles, such as Bikram, Hatha, Anusara, Acro, Ashtanga, and Vinyasa, completing over seven unique teacher trainings, including a 200 hour certification with YogaWorks. Currently, she teaches yoga at MOSAIC in Golden Hill, Ginseng in South Park, and Fit Athletic in the East Village in San Diego, CA. Julie's classes range from Restorative to Yin to challenging Vinyasa flow or Beginning yoga with a focus on alignment and connection. Julie is passionate about sharing a creative yoga practice that is enjoyable and accessible for all people, beginners and advanced practitioners alike. Her approach is to encourage others to find their connection. Aligning the students with asana, pranayama, meditation, insights, aromatherapy, and energy work. Special events, lectures, and retreats are also offered periodically. Julie is a certified Yoga Teacher, Aromatherapist, and Herbalist. As the owner of Quinntessentials Organic Essential Oil Products, she blends her diverse interests and expertise to create a healing experience for all who join her on the mat. Julie grew up in Nebraska and trained early in life to be a dancer, later earning a BA in Dance from Columbia College Chicago. She has always been drawn to herbs, essential oils, and alternative healing, which lead her to study Herbology while dancing in Chicago and working at spas and wellness centers. She spent years learning all about the healing arts, nutrition, herbology, and aromatherapy while working closely with many inspiring teachers. She started to create her own products once she understood the need for chemical free and essential oil rich ingredients in the things we use everyday. Follow @quinntessentialsproducts for more information on her business and @Quinnsights on instagram for her yoga and retreat offerings or visit her websites: PODCAST HOST Patricia Young works with Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) helping them to understand their HSP traits, and turning their perceived shortcomings into superpowers. Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who 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 Julie's Links www.Quinntesssentialsproducts.com Use code HSP to get 15% off of Julie's products (this is an affiliate link) www.yogaretreatwithus.com Bastyr University Clinic-- https://bastyrclinic.org/ Patricia's Links 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 Meetup-- https://www.meetup.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-Meetup/ Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private 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

TITLE Where You're At Right Now Is Perfect! Even If It Doesn't Feel Like It! GUEST Solo episode EPISODE OVERVIEW We are all doing the best we can right now. There is no wrong way to experience this global pandemic, and whatever we are feeling or experiencing is ok. What will it take for us to allow ourselves to accept all the ways we are experiencing this time. PODCAST HOST Patricia Young works with Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) helping them to understand their HSP traits, and turning their perceived shortcomings into superpowers. Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who 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 YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE A PARAGON OF PRODUCTIVITY DURING A PANDEMIC! Jeff Brown--https://www.facebook.com/SOULSHAPING/videos/835174990310620/UzpfSTEwMjM2MjUyMDY6MTAyMjAyMzg5MDA4NTU3MTk/ 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-- https://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—Unapologetically Sensitive Therapist's Group-- 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 Should I Tell Others That I'm a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)? GUEST Arianna Smith, LPC, EMDR EPISODE OVERVIEW Arianna talks about the grief and joy she felt when she learned she was an HSP (she wanted to be told she wasn't one). She talks about being strategic about her day and using pacing in order to honor her HS needs. We talk about using food/substances to self-soothe and to manage being sensitive. Arianna talks about her hacks for travel as well as having snacks on hand, so she doesn't get hangry. We explore if we feel pain (sadness) as a result of having HS gifts, but not being able to express those gifts. HIGHLIGHTS Misconceptions and misperceptions that happen with HSPs What happens when HSPs are not in our optimal environment The joy and grief that can happen when we learn about being an HSP How to be strategic in the workplace, or in day-to-day activities How to be mindful of pacing when going through the day Arianna talks about hating feeling like she was flaky, but she later learned it's more about knowing her capacity as a highly sensitive extrovert and high sensation seeker Arianna talks about being in a work environment that didn't work for her, and needing to advocate for her needs We sometimes experience grief and sadness about our limitations and what we need to do in order to function optimally Arianna said she experienced grief, bargaining, frustration, and finally acceptance When there are big transitions in our lives, we often need to ground into the trait and be strategic in what we do in order to support our HS needs Arianna gives tips for travelling as an HSP, and what she does to make it easier We talk about being hangry and being an HSP Keeping snacks on us can be really helpful Our ability to compartmentalize can be used as a strength when we need to push through things in a way that doesn't violate our needs Do we experience pain as HSPs when we have gifts that we don't get to express? In order to thrive as HSPs, we need to find community and someone who really gets us Being called worst case scenario Ari was really a compliment about projecting possible outcomes, strategic planning, depth of processing and forecasting what preventions need to be put in place GUEST BIO Arianna Smith, LPC (she/her) is a therapist and business coach for Highly Sensitive People. Raised in rural Alaska, Arianna learned early on the beauty and challenges of being highly sensitive. Today, she guides HSPs to release the stigma of being sensitive to craft a vibrant, soulful life and business. Based in Denver, Colorado, she provides trauma-informed psychotherapy to HSPs and the LGBTQ community, while offering business coaching and writing services to sensitive entrepreneurs across the globe. Outside of the office, she can be found exploring trails with her puppy or searching for the perfect Earl Grey blend. PODCAST HOST Patricia knows what it's like to feel like an outcast, misfit, truthteller and blacksheep. Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation and 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 self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, and creating a lifestyle that honors us LINKS Ariana's Links Therapy: Quiet Moon Counseling www.quietmooncounseling.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/quietmooncounseling/ Biz Coaching/Writing: Coaching With Ari www.sensitiveempowerment.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/sensitiveempowermentllc/ Patricia's Links 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 Meetup-- https://www.meetup.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-Meetup/ e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

TITLE High Sensation Seeking & The Highly Sensitive Person—You May Be Surprised! GUEST Tracy Cooper, Ph.D. EPISODE OVERVIEW Author, Tracy Cooper, Ph.D defines how High Sensation Seeking (HSS) shows up in the Highly Sensitive Person, and the 4 core aspects of Sensation Seeking. Dr. Cooper talks about ADHD vs. HSS, and the role dopamine plays in sensation seeking. We talk about being in flow, and the relationship between anxiety, depression. Dr. Cooper says HSPs are wired for creativity (so are sensation seekers). We explore how HSPs are impacted by social media. Dr. Cooper talks about what we can do when we're overactivated, and how boundaries can help the HSP. HIGHLIGHTS In the 1960's Marvin Zuckerman was doing research on sensory deprivation using deprivation tanks Those people that became restless fairly quickly and were thought to need stimulation, leading Zuckerman and his colleagues to develop Sensation Seeking as a personality trait. 30% of Highly Sensitive People are High Sensation Seekers (HSS) It is presumed that of that 30 % of HSS/HSPs, 30% are extroverts and 70% are introverts The 4 core aspects of Sensation Seeking are 1. Thrill and adventure seeking—bungee jumping, parachuting, adrenaline rush type activities. It can also mean driving fast, exciting TV shows, anything that provides a physical rush. Most HSPs are not this type 2. Experience and novelty seeking—travelling, foodies, reading new books. They are not satisfied with ordinary things and will seek out unusual or different experiences for the sake of having them. Boredom susceptibility—want stimulation, boredom can be physically painful, and boredom is their worst enemy, their capacities are begging to be engaged 4. Disinhibition—willingness to exceed normal bounds of behavior for the thrill of having an experience. They may not be concerned with legal, financial, relational or personal repercussions, which can lead to disastrous results. Can experiment with drugs, sexual behavior, parties, may go before the light turns green or doesn't stop fully at stop signs. May exceed speed limits or tailgate, use cars and driving to seek thrills. Sensation seeking is a general trait that is seen in the larger population Any extreme expression of a trait is never a good thing. The moderate to moderate-high expression is where the advantages are realized. You can imagine a bell-shaped curve for the expression of sensation seeking where the majority will fall in the middle, comparatively fewer at the extreme on both ends. There is a crossover in HSPs between novelty & new experiences and boredom susceptibility, but you don't typically see a crossover with thrill & adventure and disinhibition because Sensory Processing Sensitivity is about pausing think first before doing. All humans are sensation seeking to some degree. Men more than women. Experience and novelty seeking can be a powerful drive We get a "hit" of dopamine (a neurotransmitter involved in the brain's pleasure pathway) when we engage in sensation seeking. This feel-good rush entices us to do more to get another rush. There is a tension between the HSP and the HSS. If the HSS wins out it can lead to burn out for the HSP quite easily. One must learn to balance the two traits by understanding the giftedness inherent in both traits. ADHD vs. HSS They share some components The HSS focuses on stimulation. Once they get the stimulation, they can still focus The ADHD brain can't get the stimulation it needs (when it gets even a small amount it wants more until it is overloaded) If the person doesn't get stimulation they don't function as well, or they don't function and isolate (like playing video games to excess) HSPs and HSS/HSPs may seek stimulation through other people We absorb energy from other people and through social interactions, and we get a dopamine hit from the interaction if it is positive. When the HSS side rules out, it takes the HSP along for the ride, which can leave the HSP exhausted afterward When we block things out (HSS side), we can become less patient, less sensitive and less empathetic We don't want to lose the HSP trait because we want to maintain the traits of patience, sensitivity and empathy It's about learning to balance our HSP and HSS parts We can get addicted to sensation seeking if we are not aware of this risk. Boredom susceptibility—we have to do things to stay in our optimal range of arousal since that is the preference When are we in entropy, depression, and anxiety This is a natural state, according to psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, when we're NOT in flow We spend too much time in our heads, and our capacities are begging to be engaged It's important to break out of our rut by getting in touch with our curiosity and sense of wonder We may need to push ourselves to do new things Our natural tendency as HSPs is to be positive and open but cautious You can get a friend to go with you or meet you if it's challenging to try new things You can remind yourself that if you try something new, you can always leave if you don't like it Analysis/paralysis—if we had a bad experience or got overstimulated, and we have an opportunity to engage in a similar activity, we decline based on past experience due to overthinking. If we do this repeatedly, we can get stuck in a rut, and our world can become too small We can use mindfulness when this happens We can know that we can only experience 1 moment at a time and be open to each new moment Flow state—our skills are matched to the task, and we are fully engaged and absorbed in that state (we don't experience anxiety or depression) If the task is too hard, we experience anxiety; if the task is not challenging enough, we experience boredom Being in flow is the best play experience HSPs are wired for creativity We traditionally thing of creativity in terms of an artistic end-product HSPs are naturally predisposed to creativity and creative thinking HSPs engage in creative thinking naturally but need to build their ability to think rationally and critically to complement creative thinking, they are synergistic and interdependent. HSPs noticed more things when shown visual scenes—they were more empathetic, and showed a broader emotional range, psychologically androgynous. Boundaries HSPs can set boundaries that limit overstimulation HSPs can practice anticipating what they will do if a boundary is crossed When we're overstimulated/overactivated Enforcing boundaries is most important We need to know where the boundary is—often we find the boundary only when we hit a limit If you're overstimulated (aversive state) Withdraw—take time away Allow your body to relax, dispel the pent-up energy Use self-compassion and be kind to yourself Reframe—that wasn't so bad; it was temporary; I recovered Social media/electronics/boredom and addiction HSSs seek stimulation through people as much as through external sources With electronics we tend to gravitate to people like us (confirmation bias—values/people similar to you), ignore information that disagrees with current beliefs. Technology can be an addiction We do better when we're outside, moving around, and being sedentary and indoors can be highly detrimental to HSPs Anxiety isn't always a negative—it asks you to think about what you're doing. Anxiety will usually dissipate once you are engaged We've got to learn to develop self-care practices If you struggle with overthinking Take a class that uses your hands/body/mind Learn when to put the brakes on thinking Allow a specific amount of time (15 minutes a day) to worry/think Getting outside, taking a walk, time in nature, or talking it over with a trusted friend are all ways to shift out of overthinking QUOTES Any extreme expression of a trait is never a good thing. The moderate to moderate-high expression is where the potential of the trait is realized best. All humans are sensation seeking to some degree Novelty is a powerful drive We prefer to do things that keep us in our optimal range of arousal We spend too much time in our heads, and our capacities are begging to be engaged HSPs and HSS/HSPs are wired for creativity GUEST BIO Tracy Cooper, Ph.D. is an expert in the areas of highly sensitive people and career, the high sensation seeking highly sensitive person, the highly sensitive man, and highly sensitive people and creativity. He has written two books, Thrive: The Highly Sensitive Person and Career and Thrill: The High Sensation Seeking Highly Sensitive Person. His forthcoming book is titled Empowering the Sensitive Male Soul. Dr. Cooper appeared in the 2015 documentary film, Sensitive-The Untold Story. He is the Department Chairman for Baker University's Master of Liberal Arts program and a faculty member. Dr. Cooper regularly works with individuals in career crisis and transition, as well as corporations interested in diversity and inclusion initiatives for HSPs, innovation and HSS/HSPs, and frequently speaks on subjects related to sensory processing sensitivity and sensation seeking. PODCAST HOST Patricia Young works with Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) helping them to understand their HSP traits, and turning their perceived shortcomings into superpowers. Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who 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. Tracy Cooper's links drtracycooper.wordpress.com @tracycooperphd (FaceBook) @sensitivemalesoul (FaceBook) tracycooperphd (LinkedIn) tracycooperphd (Instagram) Flow by Mihaly Cziksventmihalyi Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl Patricia's Links 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/ 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 What We May Be Experiencing Right Now That We Can't Explain Or Put Words To GUEST Solo episode EPISODE OVERVIEW Having words to express (or understand) what we're experiencing is powerful. We are in uncharted territory right now, and as I'm deeply processing what I'm experiencing, I'm wanting to share not only the personal insights I'm having, but what I'm hearing other HSPs talk about. This is to give us a way to understand why we may be having vague, ambiguous feelings that we don't understand. HIGHLIGHTS What we may be experiencing right now that we can't explain or put words to Talked about feeling surreal—like when someone dies Not where you used to be, not where you're going Rationally trying to explain that there is no death Minimizing Denying Common for HSPs Saw an article about experiencing grief right now—didn't read it Resonated with me Magic wand and could erase all COVID-19 moving forward and the economy and jobs resumes as they were, we would STILL BE AFFECTED! THIS HAS CHANGED US, AND IS CHANGING US We are experiencing all kinds of loss Ambiguous loss, anticipated loss—less tangible, but oh so real! Routine, structure, schedules Time alone when we drive to work, drop the kids off Job Security Clients Furloughed Healthcare worker—working harder without PPE—more stress Loss/change in income Retirement, kids in college on 529 plan Kids at home, working from home, partners working from home Increased precautions Shelter in home or self-quarantine Disruption of our daily activities—gym, church, synagogue, temple, mosque, spiritual and social practices Overload of information Free offerings feel like too much I'm just keeping it together and what gets activated with new things Seeing people singing, creating, cooking, which is bringing up the narrative of Too serious, can't take a joke, not a fun person I have depth, intensity, empathy, I'm wired for connection and holding space I'm intensely curious about what's coming up for me and wanting to find words to express what I'm feeling, and hopefully helping others put words to what they're experiencing I'm SO blessed to have a circle of HS therapists that I'm communicating with even more right now. We are holding space for each other and validating the things that are coming up. Whatever you're feeling and experiencing is ok! Even though I knew I was feeling "heavy" feelings, it wasn't until I was talking with some friends, and one of them made space for me, and I had a good cry. I forget that when I allow room for my feelings, it creates space for something else to move into that space. Podcast episode—release and lightness—giving voice to feelings--honoring We can be so used to pushing it down, denying and minimizing, or the fear that we're going to come totally undone if we allow ourselves to feel We are holding space in our bodies, minds and souls. When we are able to allow those feelings to be seen, honored, felt and expressed, it frees room for other stuff. Therapy, coaching, online This is a time when we need connection and support more than ever We are wired for connection I'm looking at ways I can make my services more affordable—at least for the immediate present com Send me an e-mail If you're listening in the future, this offer may not be available, but I'm trying to figure out how to be of service and do the word I'm wired to do—it's helping me as well Closed fb group unapologetically sensitive weekly Zoom calls free for now Closed fb group unapologetically sensitive therapist's group—really for professionals and healers who are highly sensitive and provide services. I'm also hosting free weekly zoom calls for now We are the healers, connectors, emotional glue—if if it doesn't feel like it right now. What do you need today to take care of yourself? Finally client—permission In training for this all my life This is what I'm built for I'm pandemic-ready PODCAST HOST Patricia Young works with Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) helping them to understand their HSP traits, and turning their perceived shortcomings into superpowers. Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who 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 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-- https://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—Unapologetically Sensitive Therapist's Group-- 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 HSPs Are Needed Leaders, Healers and Connectors! GUEST Solo episode EPISODE OVERVIEW For the next few weeks (at least) I'm hosting FREE Zoom calls for members of the closed Facebook Groups Unapologetically Sensitive & Unapologetically Sensitive Therapist's Group. The world needs us right now, and we the ability to create connections and support, and we also need to ask for help. This episode talks about some of the things HSPs are experiencing globally, and what we can do to create a sense of peace. There are lots of great resources in the closed Facebook groups right now just for you! HIGHLIGHTS Talking with people all over the world (Japan, Germany, UK, Canada, across the U.S.) Process deeply Don't know if we're coming or going Trying to absorb all the info Overwhelming/overstimulating One day you may be doing well, and the next you're a hot mess We're saying things we don't mean We may have more conflict/tension We tend to like structure and knowing what to expect to some degree There is SO much uncertainty right now We may be experiencing empathy overload Even for people we don't actually know Activating the wound of taking things too seriously or making a big deal out of things Acknowledge that we may have different points of views Acknowledge that there is no right or wrong (even if you think there is), and HONOR each person's way of processing/dealing Honor OUR feelings! Adjusting Working from home Not having work Having kids home Having partners home Potential loss of income Reshifting priorities Concerns for aging parents, children, anyone who is medically vulnerable (could be yourself) Trying to figure out what social distancing will look like Having to set limits Guilty setting boundaries (even though we can be fierce advocates for others when things are unjust or unfair Tearful Activate narratives around being bossy, controlling, saying what others don't, not doing enough Seniors Not taking precautions Saying if this is how they're gonna go, then that's fine This may be activating to those of us that are taking precautions to keep them safe Watch what we consume Where we get our news/information How much we consume/when we consume Cling to those that nourish our souls We do better when we're surrounded by things that work Can we honor what's coming up for us AND know that we are healers and often create a sense of peace and comfort for others (even if we're fearful or anxious) Find ways to connect with other Share the good stuff Focus on gratitude Be of service Ask for help Use this as a time to slow down—it's what we often say we need Get outdoors Move your body This is an opportunity to be mindful and consciously find ways to connect (people, creativity, beauty, nature, animals, etc.) PODCAST HOST Patricia Young works with Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) helping them to understand their HSP traits, and turning their perceived shortcomings into superpowers. Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who 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 Facebook Group Elaine Aron & High Sensitivity-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ElaineAronHighSensitivity/ Marco Polo-- https://www.marcopolo.me/ Whatsapp-- https://www.whatsapp.com/ Voxer-- https://www.voxer.com/individuals Skype-- https://www.skype.com/en/ 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-- https://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—Unapologetically Sensitive Therapist's Group-- 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 5 Ways to Thrive As a Highly Sensitive Person During COVID-19 GUEST Solo episode EPISODE OVERVIEW Brene Brown said we can heal together during this time. I talk about how the Highly Sensitive Person, aka HSP, may be impacted right now with COVID-19, but more importantly, I talk about ways we can thrive and really take care of ourselves during this time. In spite of the big feels we may be having, we CAN make choices to help us feel connected and supported. Let's use our HSP Glue to come together and heal. HIGHLIGHTS I am not an expert; nor am I a healthcare official—this is my opinion As Highly Sensitive People (HSPs), we most likely will be processing more than usual It may take more time to figure out how we are feeling about COVID-19 and all of the ramifications It can be difficult to live with so much uncertainty Empathy overload We may be feeling things in our bodies, or feel like we're buzzing, but not know exactly what it is We may be more fearful, irritable, weepy, disconnect, using things for comfort (food, electronics, exercise, wine, online shopping etc.) Use lots of mindfulness and self-compassion We may want to go dark and disappear Please check in with yourself and see if that's what you really need It's easy to create a story in our heads about how what we're feeling is too much. This is a time to come together and create support and community We need to find ways to honor our feelings AND consciously acknowledge what IS working 5 Ways to take care of ourselves Get accurate information I've been going to the CDC Be mindful of where you're getting your information PLEASE do NOT talk about your adult fears in front of your children! We adults need places to process our fears—with other adults Find ways to give your kids answers to the questions they ask, but they are looking to us to know everything is going to be ok Consciously curate what you're consuming When you consume What you consume How long you consume Unfriend/unfollow E-mail/social media/friends Create positive things to consume Things that make you laugh, are light, positive and maintain balance Ask for suggestions for books, movies, podcasts, music playlists Spend time outdoors Engage in creative activities Spend time with animals, children, loved ones, friends Spirituality Plan with calmness Work, childcare, homeschooling, logistics, care of aging parents, logistics etc. Designate the amount of time (when/where you will plan) Plan with a buddy Make a planning sandwich—positive, plan, positive Get support/Create community Zoom call for the closed fb group Many therapists and coaches are moving to telehealth Connect with your friends/family via Skype, WhatsApp, Voxer, MarcoPolo See how your community is supporting others We get a sense of connection through service Ask for help/support—it allows others to feel good and focus on something outside of themselves Self-Care Sleep Nutrition Gentle loving movement Get outside Dance, laugh, play, meditate, yoga (yoga with Adriene) Spend time with people that make you happy Ask for help and support Tend to your spiritual needs—meditation or prayer or time in nature PODCAST HOST Patricia Young works with Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) helping them to understand their HSP traits, and turning their perceived shortcomings into superpowers. Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who 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 Yoga with Adriene-- https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene Marco Polo-- https://www.marcopolo.me/ Whatsapp-- https://www.whatsapp.com/ Voxer-- https://www.voxer.com/individuals Skype-- https://www.skype.com/en/ 10 Tilts for Parenting during the CaronaVirus-- https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10156721476846423&set=a.114668386422&type=3&theater&ifg=1 Brene Brown Getting Well Together or Staying Sick Together-- https://www.facebook.com/brenebrown/photos/a.194293500585767/3287297457952007/?type=3&theater&ifg=1 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/ 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 A Research Scientist Talks About Brain Research in the Highly Sensitive Person GUEST Dr. Bianca Acevedo EPISODE OVERVIEW Dr. Bianca Acevedo talks about how the brain responds to emotional displays, and what deep processing really entails. She explains the different ways the insula processes information. She also talks about intuition, and she answers the question: Do HSPs have more mirror neurons? I was surprised at the answer! Dr. Acevedo talks about a way that HSPs can recharge in 8 minutes, and she talks about the overall percentage of people who are very sensitive, moderately sensitive and less sensitive. HIGHLIGHTS Acevedo worked with Dr. Arthur Aron She has studied romantic love and newleyweds Acevedo looked at brain responses to emotional display Highly Sensitive People are more affected by others' emotional displays These studies used MRI scanners They looked at empathy, mirror neurons, and the insula Do HSPs have more mirror neurons? The researchers measured blood and oxygen levels HSPs process information more deeply The insula processes information in the following ways—visual, auditory, tactile, vestibular, reward system, and via the organs There is a signature pattern of response to certain things Things that become activated in response to different things Burn out can happen when we over process and we don't get a break to recharge and recover In a memory study, HSPs who took 8 minutes to rest and close their eyes between tasks, outperformed non-HSPs Rumination is not a feature of being a Highly Sensitive Person. It correlates to having anxiety and depression, which can start as early and infancy/childhood HSPs are more sensitive to environments The impact can be lifelong and it impacts our emotional and social well-being HSPs can immerse themselves in supportive environments Acevedo was referred to as eccentric/quirky It's important to have respect for each other's differences (HSP vs. non-HSP) Hopefully parents who are raising male children are supporting the traits their boys show Perhaps with increasing awareness about gender fluidity and gender roles, parents are allowing their kids to express whatever traits they have It's important to have at least 1 HSP in a group to pick up on things that might have been lost by the non-HSP, and it's important to have a less sensitive person in the group It's important to be kind to yourself To accept that we need to take times for ourselves 30% of the population are very sensitive, 40% are moderately sensitive and 30% are less sensitive HSPs are an increase sense of self-awareness, contemplation and reflection This is an important piece of evolving and moving forward as a species GUEST BIO Dr. Bianca Acevedo is a research scientist at the University of California, Santa Barbara, a Visiting Scholar at New York University, a private consultant, author, and sought-after public speaker. She has done extensive research on the science of love, highly sensitive persons and mind-body practices. She has taught courses on close relationships and positive psychology, and was the recipient of the 2012 International Women in Science Award. She is the developer of the LoveSmart App and her work has been funded by the National Science Foundation, the National Institute of Health, and the Alzheimer's Association. PODCAST HOST Patricia Young works with Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) helping them understand their HSP traits, and turning their perceived shortcomings into superpowers. Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who 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. Acevedo www.biancaacevedo.org 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" HSP Online Course--https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/hsp-online-groups/ Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private 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 Meetup-- https://www.meetup.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-Meetup/ e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

TITLE What To Do When We're Having Uncomfortable Feelings That We Don't Like GUEST Solo Episode EPISODE OVERVIEW How do we deal with feelings of depression, anxiety, disappointment, frustration, anger? We may experience shame when we have feelings (especially if we're therapists) because there's this belief that we shouldn't struggle with very human things. How do we still show up and be present for others when we are struggling? Do we have a hard time asking for what we want? Do we worry about how others will respond if we're struggling? I share my recent (and current) experiences with this. HIGHLIGHTS How do we deal with feelings of depression, anxiety, disappointment, frustration, anger? We may experience shame when we have feelings if we're therapists because there's that belief that we shouldn't struggle with very human things How do we still show up and be present for others when we are struggling? Having a few supportive people who can just be present for us and listen to us, can be incredibly healing When we have a few people that share honestly with us, we feel a sense of connection and validation We can use tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques or EFT) when we are having feelings that we want to work through We can reach out to safe people to get connection when we are having uncomfortable feelings What are things you are afraid to ask for out of fear of feeling disappointed, frustrated, and angry? Many of us have friendship wounds Sometimes we want to go dark when we are having uncomfortable feelings—does this really support us? There is power in having other HSPs or people who get you when you are struggling Can you just be with intense feelings (depression, anxiety, frustration, etc.), and just lean into it? When we can continue to suit up and show up even when we're having big feelings, it reminds us that we can manage We probably have already experienced intense hurt or disappointment in the past, so we can probably tolerate whatever happens if we put our wants or needs out and don't get them met We also open ourselves to experience joy and connection when we take a risk Even if we feel shame, we can still talk about what's going on and feel connected We've got to have self-compassion when we're going through things We just have to show up and be ourselves PODCAST HOST Patricia knows what it's like to feel like an outcast, misfit, truthteller and blacksheep. 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 Meetup--https://www.meetup.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-Meetup/events/268428586/ 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/ 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