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.

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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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

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

"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.

Navigating the Deep Soul Pain of Losing a Mother: A Journey for the Sensitive Heart by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Losing a mother is a profound and life-altering experience, especially for those who are sensitive.

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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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Embracing Neurodiversity: A Path to Improved Mental Health by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

The devastating impact on sensitive and autistic individuals forced to conceal their true selves to fit in. Challenging societal norms and embracing neurodiversity can significantly improve mental health, offering a new perspective on personal differences as natural variations rather than deficits.