Posts tagged Julie Bjelland
Why Are So Many Sensitive People Discovering They’re Autistic? With Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Discover why so many sensitive people, especially women (AFAB), are uncovering their autism later in life. We tackle the 'fad' myth, explore the hidden disability of masking, and dispel the misconception that autistic people lack empathy. Plus, learn 14 common traits of autistic adults and how self-discovery can lead to greater self-compassion.

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10 Strategies for Managing Overwhelming Feelings of Injustice with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Learn 10 actionable strategies to manage overwhelming feelings of injustice as a sensitive and neurodivergent individual. Prioritize wellness, build confidence, and discover ways to take meaningful, sustainable action.

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Finding Calm: A Grounding Meditation for Sensitive & Neurodivergent Souls in Uncertain Times with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

In this episode of The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast, Julie Bjelland guides you through a grounding meditation to find inner calm during uncertain times. Perfect for sensitive and neurodivergent listeners seeking peace and resilience.

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Finding Light in the Darkness: Rediscovering Joy Through Hard Seasons with Julie Bjelland, LMFT and Willow McIntosh

We discuss finding light in the dark seasons of life through intentional joy, emotional validation, and self-compassion, especially for sensitive and neurodivergent individuals navigating grief, overwhelm, and challenging life experiences.

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Episode 200: The Sensitive Person's Toolkit for Challenging Days with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

I discuss the importance of having a "Sensitive Person's Toolkit" to navigate challenging days, sharing practical tips for managing emotional overwhelm, practicing self-compassion, and finding support. I also invite you to join our nurturing Sensitive Empowerment Community and an upcoming free course on nurturing compassion.

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Episode 197: The Gift of Vulnerability: Finding Strength in Our True Self with Julie and Willow

Julie recounts rescuing a baby seagull, showcasing how her sensitivity enabled her to help. Willow shares his journey of self-discovery and embracing his true self. They emphasize the importance of sensitivity, intuition, connecting with our inner child, and self-acceptance.

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Episode 194: The Challenges of Sensitivity with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Julie Bjelland discusses the challenges faced by highly sensitive and neurodivergent individuals, emphasizing the importance of validation, understanding, and self-care while addressing issues like sound sensitivity, feeling misunderstood, managing energy levels, sensory overwhelm, travel difficulties, negative emotions, medical challenges, feeling different, managing others' emotions, and highlighting the need for supportive communities and setting boundaries.

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Episode 190: The Hidden World of Autistic Women with Julie Bjelland, LMFT


Julie Bjelland delves into the hidden world of autistic women, emphasizing the need for understanding and adapting environments to better support their unique challenges and strengths.

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Episode 188: Growing a Business to Support Our Creativity with Neurodivergent Artist, Eli Trier

If you want to grow a business supporting your creative talents or get inspired and feel validated as a neurodivergent individual, tune in to this uplifting and inspiring conversation featuring autistic/ADHD artist and illustrator Elinor Trier.

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