In this episode, I speak with Emma Donovan who is an alternative therapist and inner work educator and guide. We explore the inner world of the Highly sensitive person and Emma gives us an insight into the importance of working with and integrating the many parts of ourselves using the method of Internal Family Systems. We bring in the concept of Self and the transpersonal domain, 'the awareness and remembering that we are connected to something great than our individual selves.' We also touch u...
Mar 01, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode, we talk about the importance of cultivating self-compassion as a Highly Sensitive Person. I share the struggles and barriers we often come across, the reasons why it is so important to work on self-compassion and the benefits that can come from it. I share a simple practice that we can start to implement into our day-to-day life along with extra resources below! Helpful Resources The Self-compassion bundle (as part of the Highly Sensitive Hub) Recommended Books Radical Acceptanc...
Feb 15, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode, I speak with Jevon Dangeli - Transpersonal Coach and Hypnotherapy Practitioner who combines the holistic aspects of NLP with mindfulness and Transpersonal Psychology. It is Jevon's training and courses which led me to become certified as a Transpersonal Coach. His work has been a huge inspiration to me over the years and I integrate many of his techniques into the coaching and workshops I now offer for Highly Sensitive People. We speak about the benefits of applied open awarenes...
Jan 25, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this short episode, I share the perspective that high sensitivity cannot be explained due to innate traits or genetic alone, but we need to consider the impact that our environment has on how our sensitivity is expressed. I also propose that our sensitivity is linked to our individual soul's purpose. I briefly introduce some of the theories that have inspired my work, such as Bruce Lipton's work on epigenetics which takes up away from the idea that we're simply biochemical machines to underst...
Jan 11, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode, I speak with Lana Sackwild, Transpersonal Lucid Dreaming and Lucid Living Coach about the power and potential behind lucid dreaming as a tool for our growth and transformation. Lana and I both have a background in transpersonal psychology, and we share a love for everything related to dreams, creativity and helping others to transform, heal and step into our fullest potential. We discuss the relationship between high sensitivity and the common experience of vivid and often inten...
Dec 21, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 10
I'm so excited to share this episode with George Hofmann. We talk more about George's book, Resilience: Handling Anxiety in a Time of Crisis , his personal story and the tools that have helped him manage his bipolar over the year. We explore the possible relationship between depression, anxiety and being a Highly Sensitive Person, along with the stigma often associated with mental illness. Finally, we touch upon the benefits, but also the difficulties that often come with mindfulness and meditat...
Dec 08, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode, Michelle Auerbach talks about the power of storytelling as a trauma aware technology for change. We discuss how storytelling can be used as a tool for highly sensitive people to help us co-regulate, calm our nervous systems and take away the difficulties of change. Michelle and I met when our books were published alongside each other in the Resilience Series – a series of books to support people through the COVID-19 Crisis. We dive into her latest book, 'The Life Saving Skill of...
Nov 23, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode, I talk with author and coach Willian Allen who has recently published his first book Confessions of a Sensitive Man, An Unconventional Defense of Sensitive Men. We explore what it means to be highly sensitive and the challenges faced by highly sensitive men. We also explore the importance of finding balance between the masculine and feminine polarities of ourselves and the evolving nature of what it means to be a man in current society. William shares the inspiration behind his ...
Nov 09, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this episode I talk with Spiritual Life Coach Aubree Brown who is based in Boulder, Colorado. We explore what is meant by spirituality and the spiritual path. We also discuss Aubree's work in helping people to show up as their full, real and raw selves and how connecting with our inner truth can lead to systemic and collective change. Finally, we explore the importance of connecting with our authenticity and the challenges that can come with this as Highly Sensitive People. About Aubree Brown...
Nov 02, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode, I talk to men’s coach and workshop facilitator Rowan Andrews, founder of the UK-based No More Mr Nice Guy Men’s Group. We explore the connection between High Sensitivity and the traits of the 'Nice Guy Syndrome'. We discuss how these tendencies can show up in relationships and explore the topics of sexuality, spirituality and stepping into our authenticity. About Rowan Andrews... Rowan is the founder of the No More Mr Nice Guy Men’s Group with over 2,500 members, one of the larg...
Oct 19, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode I am talking with yoga and mindfulness coach Journe Domek - we explore a variety of holistic approaches such as mindfulness, yoga, reiki and breath work for reducing stress and anxiety. These practices have been supportive on our personal journey’s and can also support other highly sensitive people. We question how to find a balance between time spent on social media and connecting with nature during the pandemic. We also touch upon Journe’s experience as an occupational therapis...
Oct 05, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode I share some of the common Myths of the Highly Sensitive Person and why eradicating these myths is so important to help us reframe what it means to be sensitive. If you are a highly sensitive person, or you know of anyone who is highly sensitive, this episode will give you a better understanding of what some of these commonly shared myths are. More about your host, Jules De Vitto... Jules is a Coach and Educator who is experienced at helping Highly Sensitive People to overcome an...
Sep 28, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 3
As Highly Sensitive People we can sometimes feel overwhelmed by difficult emotions. In this episode I share a simple four-step mindfulness process for managing difficult emotions that arise. You can practice this process to reduce the intensity of your emotional experience. More about your host, Jules De Vitto... Jules is a Coach and Educator who is experienced at helping Highly Sensitive People to overcome anxiety, stress and burnout. Jules is Highly Sensitive herself, and has been practicing m...
Sep 09, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this episode, I share some of the most common struggles that many Highly Sensitive People face. If you are a highly sensitive person, or you know of anyone who is highly sensitive, this episode will give you a better understanding of what these commonly shared struggles/traits are! More about your host, Jules De Vitto... Jules is a Coach and Educator who is experienced at helping Highly Sensitive People to overcome anxiety, stress and burnout. Jules is Highly Sensitive herself, and has been p...
Aug 25, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 1
