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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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.

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.

Designing a Sensitive World by Christine Magnussen

HSPs are the changemakers! Imagine a world where the majority of people are highly sensitive, bringing a depth of compassion, intuition, and keen problem-solving skills!

Are You "Shoulding" All Over Yourself? by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

We've all been there: the nagging voice in our heads telling us we "should" do this or "should" have done that. This phenomenon, often referred to as "shoulding," can be incredibly detrimental to our mental and emotional well-being.

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Understanding Autism in Women: A Comprehensive Guide for Individuals and Practitioners by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Understanding Autism in Women provides a comprehensive, research-backed guide to recognizing, diagnosing, and supporting sensitive autistic women. It empowers individuals and practitioners with practical strategies and deeper insights into neurodivergence.

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The Challenges of Sensitivity: Insights from the Community by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Discover the common challenges faced by sensitive and neurodivergent individuals and explore effective strategies for managing sensitivity, from handling sensory overload to maintaining emotional well-being.

The Impact of Stress Response Overactivation in Highly Sensitive and Autistic Individuals by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Julie Bjelland, LMFT, explores the profound effects of chronic amygdala activation on highly sensitive or neurodivergent individuals. This article delves into how overactivation influences mental and physical health and introduces a transformative solution through targeted brain training.

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Understanding Autism: Insights from Those Who Live It and a Personal Journey of Discovery, by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Poll results reveal the diverse experiences of being autistic, uncovering our unique challenges, strengths, and profound journey toward self-discovery and acceptance.