Posts tagged neurodiverse
Are You "Shoulding" All Over Yourself? by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
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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Challenges of Sensitivity, AutismJulie Bjellandsensitivity, highly sensitive people, neurodiverse, emotional wellbeing, managing sensitivity, sensory overload, understanding sensitivity, sensitive individuals, emotional health, coping strategies, Julie Bjelland, Sensitive Empowerment, somatic release practices, shoulding, nagging voice, internal expectations, external expectations, neurodivergent individuals, mental well-being, emotional well-being, societal expectations, unrealistic standards, self-talk, perceived criticism, real criticism, internalize failures, feelings of guilt, feelings of shame, feelings of anxiety, negative self-talk, breaking the cycle, recognize shoulds, challenging shoulds, reframing thoughts, self-compassion, set boundaries, prioritize well-being, permission to rest, compassionate inner dialogue, embrace sensitivity, honor unique journey, reflection questions, reframing shoulds, practicing self-compassion, positive changes, share experiencesComment
The Challenges of Sensitivity: Insights from the Community by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
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.

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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