Survival Holiday Guide for the Sensitive & Neurodivergent: 10 Tips for Overcoming Overwhelm by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

The holidays can be overwhelming for sensitive and neurodivergent people due to sensory overload, social exhaustion, and routine disruptions. Discover 10 practical tips to help you navigate the season with ease and self-care strategies to avoid burnout. Plus, find thoughtful sensory-friendly gift ideas!

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Thankful for Community: Collective Thriving as HSPs by Christine Magnussen

This Thanksgiving, embrace gratitude and connection with Julie Bjelland’s Sensitive Empowerment Community. Join Christine Magnussen’s Thanksgiving Potluck on Zoom for HSPs 60+, explore free resources, and focus on what truly nourishes your soul. Christine offers health coaching for Positive Aging and well-being.

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Coming Together for Healing and Action: Sensitive and Neurodivergent Voices Rising by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Sensitive and neurodivergent individuals often feel deeply affected by rising inequality and attacks on marginalized communities. This guide offers support for emotional healing, community building, and taking meaningful action. Discover how to harness your sensitivity to create change, protect your rights, and stand up for the marginalized.

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Why Women-Centered Autism Resources Are Essential: Addressing Pushback and Closing the Gaps

Some men have expressed frustration about my focus on women’s autism experiences, but this emphasis addresses a longstanding research gap that makes women-centered support essential.

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Why Chronic Health Conditions Are Higher in Sensitive and Autistic Individuals by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Sensitive and autistic individuals often face chronic health challenges due to sympathetic nervous system overactivation. Learn natural techniques to reduce stress, manage sensitivities, and support well-being.

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10 Gentle Ways to Navigate Hard Days as a Sensitive or Neurodivergent Person by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Discover gentle ways to balance difficult days as a sensitive or neurodivergent person, focusing on self-compassion, joy, and sensory grounding.

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Celebrating Our Talented HSP Artists by Andrea Weber

Explore the creativity of our Sensitive Empowerment Community! Each week, we feature an Artist of the Month, showcasing a range of art from paintings to crafts. Creative expression provides powerful self-care, reducing stress and boosting well-being for sensitive and neurodivergent individuals. Discover these beautiful works and the benefits of art in our nurturing community.

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Understanding Emotional Intensity in Sensitive and Neurodivergent People by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Exploring why emotional intensity is heightened for sensitive and neurodivergent people, how viewing emotions as “wrong” can make us feel more overwhelmed, and how self-compassion can support healthier emotional regulation and resilience.

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Learning from Nature: What Biodiversity Teaches Us About the Importance of Embracing Neurodiversity by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Just as biodiversity strengthens and sustains ecosystems, embracing neurodiversity enriches human communities by fostering resilience, creativity, and growth.

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Why Loneliness May Be More Common and Damaging in Sensitive and Neurodivergent People by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Sensitive and neurodivergent individuals often face heightened loneliness due to unique communication styles, sensory sensitivities, and the challenge of finding authentic connections. This loneliness can lead to increased mental and physical health risks, making it crucial to find supportive spaces like the Sensitive Empowerment Community, where members can connect, share experiences, and foster a true sense of belonging.

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Find Belonging and Flourish: Unique Groups for Sensitive and Neurodivergent Individuals by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Looking for a space that truly understands you? Our Sensitive Empowerment Community offers a range of groups tailored for sensitive and neurodivergent individuals. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, business support, or a safe space to explore your identity, we have a group for you. Join us today to connect, grow, and thrive!

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Nonverbal Ways to Help Calm Someone’s Anxiety: The Science Behind Calming Signals by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Learn how nonverbal cues like slow breathing, body language, and presence can help calm someone's anxiety by activating their mirror neurons and promoting emotional regulation.

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Why Heat Intolerance is Harder for Sensitive and Neurodivergent People by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

I explore how heat intolerance affects sensitive and neurodivergent individuals, discussing sensory overload, nervous system stress, and emotional impacts. I share personal experiences and tips for managing these challenges, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and practical self-care.

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10 Essential Tools to Help Sensitive People Flourish by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

With the right support, sensitive people can lead empowered and fulfilling lives by reducing overwhelm, building resilience, and embracing strengths.

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Building Emotional Resilience Through Compassion by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

"Nurturing Compassion as a Way of Being" is a free course for Sensitive Empowerment Community members, teaching emotional resilience, relationship building, and self-compassion over three months, starting in September. Join us to cultivate compassion and boost well-being in a supportive space of like-minded HSPs.

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Nourishing the Sensitive Soul by Christine Magnussen

As a highly sensitive empath, Christine Magnussen reflects on protecting her energy while caring for others. She highlights how Julie Bjelland’s Sensitive Empowerment Community has helped her set healthy boundaries and maintain balance, crucial for thriving as a sensitive person.

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The Sensitive Person's Toolkit for Tough Days by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Essential tools and strategies for sensitive individuals to build an Emotional Toolkit that helps manage overwhelming emotions, reduce stress, and navigate life's challenges with resilience.

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Coping with Climate Change - in Community By Alex Arnold (she/her), MSPsych, ACC, from Alma Coaching

Climate change is having material but also psychological impacts on our wellbeing, whether directly or indirectly. In addition to the many individual tools available to cope with stress and build resilience, coming together in community to talk about our emotional response provides significant benefits. This article highlights many free and online options.

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How to Help Others Understand You: A Guide for Sensitive and Neurodivergent Individuals by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

A guide to help sensitive and neurodivergent individuals communicate their needs, set boundaries, and foster understanding while prioritizing self-care and well-being.

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