2020 Empowerment Guide For Sensitive People: Insights And Tips For The Gentle Heroes Of Our World

Welcome to the 2020 Empowerment Guide For Sensitive People. We are pleased and honored to bring you the voices of many accomplished individuals to offer their wisdom to help you make 2020 a wonderful year.

Expertise come from many sources. This year's blog series honors the many ways we can learn about and develop ourselves and the many strategies that sensitive people have available to support the effective channeling of their sensitive gifts:

Science and understanding the trait
Different forms of therapy and self-understanding
Parenting skills
Grieving skills
Managing overwhelm
Self-care and self-honoring practices
Perspective through frameworks
Career
Reading books about sensitivity

We hope you will benefit from the insights offered and that your 2020 year is productive and joyful.

This is the schedule for publication. Links to the articles will be
added on the publication date:


January 6 -   Ane Axford
January 7 -   Esther Bergsma
January 8 -   Julie Bjelland
January 9 -   Tracy Cooper
January 10 - Jody Day
January 13 - Christina Fletcher
January 14 - Jeannette Folan
January 15 - Jason Freeman
January 16 - Maria Hill
January 17 - Imi Lo
January 20 - Ritu Kaushal
January 21 - Amber Rochelle
January 22 - April Snow
January 23 - Jacquelyn Strickland
January 24 - Megghan Thompson

Transform your life in 2020 and join our Sensitive Empowerment community! HSPs from all over the world are learning about our trait of high sensitivity and how to thrive in the world as sensitive people. Daily support. Weekly events. All in one supportive, nurturing online space. Come join us!

Featured
Celebrating Our Talented HSP Artists by Andrea Weber
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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Building Emotional Resilience Through Compassion by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
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.

Nourishing the Sensitive Soul by Christine Magnussen
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.

Julie Bjelland