If your emotions feel muted, like you’re just going through the motions and can’t really feel happy, sad, or anything at all this podcast is for you. Emotional numbness isn’t a flaw or a sign of weakness; it’s your nervous system’s way of protecting you from overwhelm.

In this episode, I’ll break down why highly sensitive introverts often freeze or disconnect, and I’ll guide you through a gentle, micro practice to start reconnecting with your feelings. Even if it’s just a few seconds at a time.

And if the thought of feeling again feels scary or impossible, I’ll also share how you can give yourself a safe, supportive space to slowly start thawing out and tuning back into yourself.

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Feeling more than one emotion at the same time can be overwhelming, especially if you’re highly sensitive or introverted. Instead of moving forward, you might find yourself overthinking, shutting down, or feeling completely stuck.

In this episode, I’m sharing how to use a simple emotion check-in practice to stop freezing and start processing your feelings in a calmer way. Think of it like emotional triage: learning to isolate and sit with one emotion at a time so you can actually move through it instead of being buried under all of them.

If you’ve ever wished you could make sense of your emotions without spiraling into overwhelm, this episode will give you a practical, gentle tool you can return to anytime.

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Are you constantly trying to “fix” yourself, scanning every thought, analyzing every feeling, and pushing harder to finally feel okay? If so, no wonder you’re exhausted.

In this episode, we’ll talk about why the fix-it cycle keeps highly sensitive introverts stuck in overthinking mode, and why your emotions don’t actually want to be solved. You’ll learn a simple practice to pause, soften, and give yourself permission to rest instead of performing emotional gymnastics.

If you’ve been trying so hard to “get it right” but still feel drained, this conversation will show you a gentler way forward.

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Have you ever tried to do an emotional check-in, only to end up feeling more exhausted than before? If that sounds familiar, you’re not doing it wrong on purpose, your brain is just stuck in overthinking mode.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the difference between constant mental scanning and a true emotional check-in, especially for highly sensitive introverts who already live in their heads a lot.

You’ll learn a simple 3-step check-in practice that helps you move out of judgment and problem-solving, and into gentle awareness that actually leaves you feeling calmer and more grounded.

If your emotional check-ins have felt more draining than supportive, this conversation will give you a reset you can return to anytime.

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If you’ve been carrying the weight of everything (taking care of everyone else, keeping life moving, and pushing through chaos) while quietly shutting down inside, this episode is for you.

As highly sensitive introverts, we often slip into over-functioning, staying strong for everyone else while our own emotions pile up in silence. The truth is, that pattern leads straight to emotional burnout.

In this episode, I’m breaking down what burnout really looks like for HSPs, why emotional check-ins matter even when life feels overwhelming, and how just a few minutes of pause can help reset your nervous system.

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Have you ever done an emotional check-in and ended up feeling more drained than before? You’re not alone. A lot of highly sensitive introverts confuse “checking in” with overthinking or constantly scanning, analyzing, and trying to fix. 

In this episode, I’m breaking down the difference between true emotional awareness and mental loops that leave you exhausted. I’ll walk you through a simple way to check in with your feelings that actually helps you feel calmer, clearer, and more grounded.

If you’ve been stuck in your head and wondering why emotional check-ins don’t feel supportive, this episode will show you how to do them in a way that works with your sensitivity instead of against it.

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If you’ve been so focused on holding everything together for everyone else that you’ve stopped checking in with yourself, this episode is for you.

As highly sensitive introverts, it’s easy to get stuck in survival mode: carrying so much that you end up feeling nothing at all. That’s not failure; it’s your nervous system protecting you.

In this episode, I’m talking about why emotional check-ins matter and how they can help you reconnect with what’s really going on inside. I’ll share a simple journaling prompt you can use right away, even on your busiest days, to create space for your feelings.

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Do you ever wonder if you should be keeping one journal for everything or separating them into categories like one for emotions, one for goals, one for prayers?

In this episode, I’m breaking down the pros and cons of both journaling styles so you can figure out what actually works for you. Whether your current journal feels messy and chaotic or you’re feeling overwhelmed trying to keep up with too many notebooks, this conversation will help you make a clear, grounded decision.

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but I’ll help you choose the approach that supports your emotional well-being and helps you stay consistent.

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As a highly sensitive person or introvert, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, and emotionally drained even by things that seem “small” to others. That’s why self-care isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. But not all self-care is created equal.

In this episode, I’m walking you through 7 types of self-care every introvert needs to know: emotional, physical, intellectual, social, spiritual, mental, and environmental. I’ll explain what each one means, why it matters for your nervous system and peace of mind, and how to choose the care your body and emotions are actually asking for.

If you’ve ever felt unsure what you need when you're tired, anxious, or overstimulated, this episode will help you find clarity, calm, and a simple rhythm of care that works.

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Is it anxiety… or sensory overload? As introverts and HSPs, we often feel overwhelmed in loud, fast-paced, or emotionally intense environments and sometimes we mistake that feeling for anxiety.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the difference between anxiety and sensory overload, why that confusion can lead to shame and self-blame, and how to start noticing the signs your body is simply overstimulated.

I’ll also share calming tools and journaling prompts to help you recover your peace and regulate your nervous system so you can stop powering through and start honoring your true emotional needs.

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Overthinking thrives on uncertainty, and if you’re like me, your brain can sometimes spiral into a million “what ifs” when all you really want is peace.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing a few simple tools I reach for when my mind won’t slow down. You’ll learn a 3-step decision filter to help you stop second-guessing yourself, some gentle mindfulness cues to ground your nervous system, and mental pause phrases that create breathing room when your thoughts get loud.

If you’re a highly sensitive or introverted woman who’s tired of replaying conversations or worrying if you made the “right” choice, this one’s for you. These tools are simple, but they’ve helped me shift from anxious overthinking into calm clarity, and I think they’ll help you too.

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Ever feel completely wiped out after socializing, even if it was with people you love? You might be experiencing an introvert hangover.

In this episode, we’re diving into what an introvert hangover actually is, why it happens (especially if you’re highly sensitive), and how to recognize the signs before you crash. I’ll also share why these “energy crashes” aren’t something to fix but something to honor. And how ignoring them can lead to emotional overwhelm or burnout.

If you’ve ever felt guilty for needing alone time, snapped at someone after a full day, or wondered why your brain shuts down after too much stimulation, this episode is for you. You’ll walk away feeling seen and supported, and you’ll learn how to work with your sensitivity instead of pushing through it.

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Overstimulation is real, and as an HSP or introverted woman, you probably feel it more than most. The noise, the people-pleasing, the constant emotional pull from others... it adds up fast.

In this episode, I’m unpacking what overstimulation actually looks and feels like for HSPs, and why it’s not a sign that something’s wrong with you (it’s a sign that you need a different rhythm).

I’ll also share simple tools that can help you calm your nervous system, like sensory resets, digital detoxes, and energy check-ins. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or emotionally exhausted lately, this episode is here to help you reset without guilt.

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Feeling emotionally overwhelmed is a common experience for many highly sensitive introverts, but pushing your feelings away only makes things harder. In this episode, I’m sharing why emotional overwhelm happens and how avoiding your emotions actually fuels burnout and emotional exhaustion. 

I walk you through a gentle, effective way to process those heavy feelings using the RAIN technique, paired with journaling prompts. If you’ve been struggling to manage emotional overwhelm, overthinking, or emotional fatigue, this episode offers simple but powerful tools to calm your mind, regulate your emotions, and build emotional resilience. 

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Have you ever felt emotionally torn, like you’re holding joy and sadness, or relief and guilt, all at once? 

As a highly sensitive introvert, this emotional complexity can feel confusing or even overwhelming. But here’s the truth: mixed emotions are a normal part of being human, and they don’t mean something’s wrong with you. 

In this episode, I’m sharing how journaling your feelings can help you make sense of emotional contradictions without spiraling or shutting down. 

You’ll learn how to hold space for conflicting emotions with more ease and why this skill is essential for building true emotional resilience. If you’re ready to stop overthinking your feelings and start honoring your emotional depth, this episode is for you.

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Journaling in crisis mode might feel like a safe emotional outlet, but if that’s the only time you reach for your journal, you’re missing out on one of the most powerful tools for emotional regulation and resilience. 

In this episode, I’m talking about why highly sensitive and introverted women often fall into the “emergency journaling” trap, and how it can keep you stuck in a cycle of emotional highs and lows. I’ll show you how to gently shift toward a consistent journaling practice that supports your emotions even in calm moments. 

If you’re ready to stop feeling like your emotions are running the show and want to create a journaling rhythm that brings peace, clarity, and steadiness, this episode will help you get started. Journaling your feelings shouldn’t be a last resort, it can be your everyday support.

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Journaling your feelings is a powerful way to release emotions and build emotional resilience, but let’s be honest, it doesn’t always feel good in the moment. In this episode, I’m sharing why that emotional discomfort is actually a sign of progress, not failure. 

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, heavy, or emotionally worked up after journaling, you’re not alone, and you’re not doing it wrong. I’ll walk you through how to sit with those tough feelings, what to do after a hard journaling session, and how to create emotional safety so you can keep showing up for yourself. 

This is a reminder that journaling isn’t about instant relief, it’s about learning how to process your emotions instead of avoiding them. If you’re ready to journal your feelings with more self-compassion and clarity, this episode is for you.

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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by emotions that don’t seem to make sense, you’re not alone. Many HSPs and introverts struggle with emotional confusion, especially when feelings feel layered or subtle. 

In this episode, I’m sharing simple emotional regulation techniques to help you start trusting your emotions without overthinking or trying to control them. 

You’ll learn why emotional awareness matters, how journaling can help you process feelings even when they’re confusing, and how tracking emotional patterns over time builds emotional resilience. 

If you want to reduce emotional exhaustion and feel more at peace, this episode offers gentle tools to help you regulate your emotions and stop second-guessing your feelings.

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Do your emotions have to be intense to be worth processing? In today’s episode, I’m sharing why the answer is no and why even subtle feelings deserve your attention. 

Emotional processing isn’t just for breakdown moments. The truth is, emotional awareness begins with acknowledging the quieter emotions you often overlook, such as mild frustration, unease, or low-key irritation. When you ignore these, they build up and eventually lead to emotional burnout or overwhelm. 

But when you start paying attention, you build emotional resilience from the inside out. I’ll walk you through how to recognize small emotional shifts, why they matter, and gentle ways to process them daily. If you’ve ever thought “this isn’t a big deal” and kept pushing your feelings down, this one’s for you.

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Let’s be honest, life can feel nonstop. And when you’re juggling work, family, and everything in between, emotional reflection is usually the first thing to go. But here’s the thing: waiting for the “perfect time” to process your emotions is one of the biggest blocks to emotional clarity. 

In this episode, I’m sharing why reflection feels so hard when life is busy and how you can start making space for it, even if you only have five minutes. You’ll walk away with simple, sustainable strategies you can use daily to check in with your emotions and build long-term emotional resilience. 

If you’ve been feeling disconnected or emotionally overwhelmed, this episode will help you create small moments of calm and clarity in the middle of your busy life.

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Do you ever find yourself reacting emotionally before you even know what hit you? You’re not alone. Emotional triggers can sneak up on us, often rooted in old wounds or past experiences, and leave us feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or out of control. 

In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what emotional triggers are, where they come from, and how to start recognizing them in your everyday life. I’ll also share a simple practice to help you respond with clarity and calm instead of getting stuck in reactive cycles. 

If you’ve been feeling emotionally drained or confused by your reactions, this one’s for you.

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Do you ever feel like you're always pushing your emotions down, even when you don’t mean to? Maybe you tell yourself you're “fine” or distract yourself so you don’t have to deal with what's really going on. 

In this episode, I’m diving into why we suppress emotions and what it’s actually doing to your emotional well-being. I’ll share common reasons we avoid feelings (even unintentionally) and give you simple, practical ways to start feeling your emotions without being overwhelmed. 

If you're tired of bottling everything up and ready to feel more in control, this is for you. Learning how to sit with your emotions is a powerful first step toward emotional resilience. You don’t have to keep stuffing things down. Let’s talk about what to do instead.

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Ever open your journal, sit there for a few minutes… and then close it because you didn’t know what to write? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down why that blank page can feel so intimidating and what to do when you don’t know where to start. 

I’ll share simple, go-to prompts and techniques you can use to break through journaling resistance, especially during emotionally overwhelming moments. Whether you’re overthinking your words or just feeling stuck, these tools will help you get your thoughts flowing with more ease and clarity. 

Journaling doesn’t have to be perfect; it just needs to be honest. Let’s make it easier for you to show up on the page and process your emotions without the pressure.

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Let’s talk about emotional labels. In this episode, I’m sharing why calling your emotions “good” or “bad” can actually hold you back from processing them in a healthy way. When you judge what you feel, it creates resistance—and that resistance makes it harder to move through tough moments. 

I’ll walk you through a mindset shift that can help you stop fighting your feelings and start understanding them instead. You’ll learn how to use neutral language, sit with emotional discomfort, and give yourself more space to feel without fear or shame. This is a simple but powerful shift I use with my clients, and it can make a big difference in how you relate to your emotions.

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• 11 | The Hidden Problem of Ignoring and Suppressing Your Emotions

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Feeling emotionally foggy, tangled, or unsure of what you’re really feeling? You’re not alone and you’re not doing anything wrong. 

In this episode, I’m walking you through a simple 5-step journaling process to help you move from emotional confusion to clarity. These steps are designed specifically for highly sensitive, introverted women who feel overwhelmed by their emotions and just want a clear, calm way forward. 

You’ll learn how to identify what you’re feeling, explore your triggers, reframe your thoughts, and build a journaling rhythm that supports your emotional well-being. If journaling hasn’t been helping you process your emotions the way you hoped, this episode will give you the structure and clarity you need to start feeling more grounded, clear, and in control — one journal prompt at a time.

Related Episodes:

• 50 | Journaling on the Go: Quick and Effective Techniques for Busy Women
• 42 | 3 Advanced Journaling Techniques for Managing Your Emotions
• 40 | 5 Minute Journaling Technique to Calm Overwhelm

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