Posts tagged chronic stress
The Serious Health Risks of Unmanaged Sensory Overload in the Sensitive and Neurodivergent by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
The Serious Health Risks of Unmanaged Sensory Overload in the Sensitive and Neurodivergent by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Unmanaged sensory overload can lead to serious health risks for sensitive and neurodivergent individuals, including burnout, immune dysfunction, and heart complications. Learn how sensory overwhelm affects your nervous system, why chronic stress can impact your well-being, and how to protect your health with science-backed strategies.

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AutismJulie Bjellandsensory overload, neurodivergent health, chronic stress, fight or flight response, autistic sensory processing, sensitive nervous system, cortisol dumping, sensory overload symptoms, sensory overload and anxiety, burnout recovery, nervous system dysregulation, high sensitivity and health, sensory-friendly living, neurodivergent burnout, autistic nervous system, sensory overload prevention, stress and immune system, heart health and stress, sensory-friendly strategies, neurodivergent well-beingComment
How People-Pleasing Affects Your Health: Stress, Burnout, and Chronic Illness by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
How People-Pleasing Affects Your Health: Stress, Burnout, and Chronic Illness by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

People-pleasing may seem like an act of kindness, but it often leads to emotional exhaustion, weakened boundaries, and even chronic health issues. Learn how self-suppression, stress, and societal conditioning contribute to burnout and autoimmune disorders—and how breaking free from people-pleasing can restore your well-being.

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AutismJulie Bjellandpeople-pleasing, boundaries, self-care, burnout, chronic stress, emotional exhaustion, authenticity, self-worth, mental health, neurodivergent, highly sensitive person, masking, autoimmune diseases, Gabor Maté, self-advocacyComment
Feeling Flawed: A Common Experience for the Sensitive and Neurodivergent by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
Feeling Flawed: A Common Experience for the Sensitive and Neurodivergent by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Explore how societal pressures make highly sensitive and neurodivergent individuals feel flawed, and learn how embracing their unique differences can lead to a fulfilling life.

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Feeling Flawed, AutismJulie BjellandFeeling flawed, highly sensitive, neurodiverse, societal conditioning, self-acceptance, mental health, unique perspectives, embracing differences, autism awareness, neurodiversity, inclusive environments, self-esteem, relationships, career challenges, chronic stress, anxiety, depression, societal pressure, authentic selves, self-worth, celebrating diversity. Comment