• #249 | 3 Signs You’re Losing Personal Space at Work — And How HSPs Can Avoid the Overwhelm Spiral
    Jun 27 2025

    Do you constantly feel drained at work, even when you're doing everything "right"? As a highly sensitive person (HSP), subtle patterns may be robbing you of the personal space you need to stay balanced and effective—without you even noticing.

    Why This Matters to You

    In today’s fast-paced work culture, HSPs often sacrifice their own space in an effort to maintain harmony, meet expectations, and avoid conflict. But doing so can quietly lead to emotional flooding, burnout, and resentment. This episode explores how reclaiming your space early can keep you energized, focused, and in control—before overwhelm takes over.

    What You’ll Discover in This Episode

    1. How to recognize the small daily choices that silently drain your energy at work.

    2. Why setting clear boundaries isn't rude—and how to communicate them without causing tension.

    3. Practical scripts and mindset shifts to handle pushy bosses or clients without losing your peace or your job.

    Listen now to learn how protecting your energy at work is not just possible—it’s essential to your success and wellbeing as an HSP.

    Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom

    Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment.

    Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom.

    We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure.

    Whether you’re interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life.

    Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

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    17 min
  • #248 | Why You Want to Retreat After a Deep Conversation — And Why That’s Not a Flaw as a Highly Sensitive Person
    Jun 25 2025

    If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), you've probably been there—walking away from an uplifting conversation only to find yourself emotionally depleted. You're not broken. You're built differently, and that difference deserves understanding, not guilt.

    In this insightful episode of Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People, we explore why even the most meaningful connections can overwhelm your nervous system. You'll discover how your natural depth of emotional processing turns connection into a high-energy activity—and why recognizing your limits is not only healthy but essential for your well-being.

    Here's what you'll gain from listening:

    1. A clear explanation of why deep conversations can lead to emotional overload, even when they're positive.

    2. Insight into what your nervous system actually needs to recover after social interaction.

    3. A mindset shift that helps you set boundaries and retreat when needed—without guilt or self-doubt.

    Tune in now to learn how to honor your unique sensitivity and take space with confidence and compassion.

    Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom

    Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment.

    Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom.

    We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure.

    Whether you’re interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life.

    Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

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    15 min
  • #247 | Why Spending Money Can Feel So Stressful as an HSP & How to Overcome Financial Overanalysis So You Can Enjoy Money Again
    Jun 23 2025

    Have you ever found yourself paralyzed by a seemingly simple decision—like whether or not to spend $50—and wondered, “Why is this so hard?”

    If you’re a highly sensitive person (HSP), even small choices can trigger overwhelming emotions. This episode unpacks why what looks like indecision is often your nervous system signaling something deeper—and how understanding this can be the key to unlocking true inner peace.

    1. Discover the emotional root behind overthinking everyday spending choices and why it’s not actually about the money.

    2. Learn how overanalysis can be a quiet form of self-protection—and what you can do to shift out of it.

    3. Gain a transformative mindset that helps you build self-trust, reduce regret, and make decisions with greater ease and confidence.

    Tune in now to uncover how your sensitivity isn’t the problem—it’s the compass that can lead you to freedom.

    Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom

    Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment.

    Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom.

    We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure.

    Whether you’re interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life.

    Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

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    15 min
  • #246 | Why HSPs Struggle to Start Without a Perfect Plan — And How Inner Work Can Ease the Overwhelm
    Jun 20 2025

    Do you ever feel like you can’t take action until every detail is perfect?

    For Highly Sensitive People (HSPs), the pressure to get things “just right” often leads to paralysis rather than progress. In this episode, Todd shares his personal journey from being stuck in perfectionism to discovering how inner work and self-inquiry can unlock momentum. If you’ve ever delayed a project because it didn’t feel ready, this episode is for you.

    1. Hear the powerful story behind what nearly stopped Todd from launching his first course 12 years ago.

    2. Learn how questioning perfectionist beliefs can ease internal pressure and open space for inspired action.

    3. Discover a more peaceful, organic way to bring your ideas to life—one that doesn’t depend on having all the answers upfront.

    Press play now to learn how to move forward with more ease and less stress—even when everything isn't perfect.


    Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom

    Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment.

    Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom.

    We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure.

    Whether you’re interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life.

    Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

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    12 min
  • #245 | Why Work-Life Balance Feels So Hard for Highly Sensitive People — And What the Overwhelm Is Teaching Us
    Jun 18 2025

    Does the pressure to keep up with life's demands leave you feeling chronically overwhelmed, no matter how hard you try?

    Why This Episode Matters to You

    In today’s fast-paced world, achieving work-life balance is hard enough—but for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs), it often feels impossible. If you find yourself exhausted by the juggle between work, relationships, and self-care, this episode will help you shift your perspective. You'll discover how your sensitivity isn't a hindrance—it's a guide pointing you toward a simpler, more intentional life.

    What You’ll Gain from Listening

    1. A deep understanding of why work-life balance is uniquely challenging for HSPs—and why it’s not your fault.

    2. The powerful reframe of overwhelm as a signal rather than a flaw, helping you listen instead of push harder.

    3. Practical insights into simplifying your life by embracing intentionality and letting go of perfectionism.

    Listen Now to Reclaim Your Time, Energy, and Peace

    Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom

    Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment.

    Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom.

    We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure.

    Whether you’re interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life.

    Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

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    18 min
  • #244 | When Visiting Family No Longer Hurts: A Highly Sensitive Person’s Healing Journey Through Daily Inner Work
    Jun 16 2025

    Many highly sensitive people (HSPs) carry the weight of family dynamics that leave them emotionally and physically drained. What if the solution to that stress isn’t in changing your family, but in shifting your inner world?

    In this breakthrough episode of Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People, you'll hear the inspiring story of one HSP’s healing journey—and how a formerly dreaded family visit became unexpectedly peaceful and empowering.

    Here’s what you’ll take away:

    1. Discover the hidden cost of silently managing emotions for the sake of outer harmony—and how it leads to internal chaos.

    2. Learn the step-by-step process of using daily inner work to unravel long-standing judgments and build authentic inner peace.

    3. See how the quiet transformation of thought can turn emotionally charged interactions into opportunities for connection and calm.

    Tap play to experience how consistent inner work can transform even your most painful relationships into spaces of peace—no rehearsing, no defending, just real freedom.

    Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom

    Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment.

    Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom.

    We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure.

    Whether you’re interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life.

    Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

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    14 min
  • #243 | Why Being in an HSP Community Can Be So Healing — And How It Eases Overwhelm and Deepens Inner Work
    Jun 13 2025

    Ever wonder why you instantly feel lighter and more understood when you're around others who just “get it”?

    For highly sensitive people (HSPs), navigating the world can often feel like trying to tune into a radio station no one else hears. This episode is a lifeline for HSPs who've felt out of place, misunderstood, or emotionally exhausted in typical social or group settings.

    Here’s what you’ll take away from this episode:

    1. Discover why traditional group environments often overwhelm HSPs—and what happens when they find the right community.

    2. Learn how being around other sensitive individuals naturally reduces self-doubt and the pressure to conform.

    3. Understand how safe, attuned spaces empower HSPs to go deeper in their inner work with more clarity, courage, and calm.

    Press play now to explore how community transforms stress into strength for highly sensitive people—and how to find your safe space for true inner work.

    Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom

    Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment.

    Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom.

    We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure.

    Whether you’re interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life.

    Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

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    14 min
  • #242 | Is Sensitivity Natural? Here’s What 100+ Species Can Teach Us About the HSP Trait and Its True Purpose
    Jun 11 2025

    Did you know that your high sensitivity might actually be an evolutionary advantage shared by over 100 species?

    If you’ve ever felt “too sensitive” or struggled to fit into a fast-paced world, this episode will reframe your sensitivity as a vital, intelligent trait. Discover how the natural world supports your experience and why your cautious, observant nature may be your greatest strength—not a flaw.

    1. Learn how pause-before-acting is a time-tested survival strategy rooted in nature—and how it applies to your daily life.

    2. Understand the science behind sensory processing sensitivity and its validation through behavioral and neurobiological studies.

    3. Gain a renewed sense of belonging and self-compassion by seeing yourself as part of a broader evolutionary pattern.

    Press play now to uncover how your sensitivity connects you to something much deeper, offering both personal power and evolutionary purpose.

    Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom

    Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment.

    Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom.

    We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure.

    Whether you’re interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life.

    Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

    Voir plus Voir moins
    15 min