Why sometimes it’s best not to listen (+ free resource, but be in quick)
Sound familiar? “I’m exhausted all the time. My husband/friend/colleague [insert energetic person here] said I need to eat/sleep/exercise better. Why’s it so hard?” “I overeat but compensate by...
View ArticleWallowing (+ how not to for your self-care)
Recently I did something I’ve been trying not to do. Old bad habit. But “trying not to” is a huge hint the habit wasn’t old at all. Sound familiar? I peeked at Facebook, just to see if my fellow...
View ArticleWhy positive thinking doesn’t work
Here’s why “fake it until you make it” is too simplistic to work (we’re smarter than that!)… Plus a tip on how to make it work. * * * * * * * * Have you experienced doing affirmations or positive...
View ArticleDon’t do this! (and how to take charge of your cravings)
Well, here’s what NOT to do when cravings hit your sensitive body… Have you ever done this yourself? (plus 7 tips on what to do instead, to keep your self-esteem intact) * * * * * * * * “You’ll have to...
View ArticleQuick and easy ways to relax and have more energy
Tell me, what do you think of this headline? Muscle Woman Trains 12 Hours Per Week (shhh – let the applause settle) I was utterly compelled to click on it. Lured in by a photo of Bulging Female Biceps...
View ArticleHealthy Brownie recipe (easy and delicious too!)
Are you a chocoholic? All good things in moderation, right? (as the wonderful Dr Maya Angelou said: even moderation in moderation) I’m a chocolate fan. And being a highly sensitive person, one of the...
View ArticleDo you swing? (+ how to make healthy habits flow)
I have a confession. I’m a swinger. Wildly. Are you? Tell me if this resonates for you: I swing back and forth with extremes in my self-care. It’s my default behavior when under stress. Engaging with...
View ArticleGuest Posts for major blogs
I’m honored and proud to have Guest Posts published on other major blogs, helping spread the message of sensitive-friendly self-care. Here are some of my most popular blog posts. Help out our sensitive...
View ArticleToo Busy? Too Tired? Too Swamped? (for self-care)
Did you always know you were a highly sensitive person? I didn’t. When I think back to when I was very young, the signs of sensitivity were obvious. But by the time I’d hit seven years old, I was...
View ArticleWhen 1 negative thought stops you from seeing all the positives
Do you sometimes feel bombarded by negativity, coming at you from all angles? So much so, that you have a hard time just remembering to think positively? Then when you try to be positive, the...
View Article3 tips every highly sensitive person needs to know about goals
This week, I received an email from a client in a previous ‘Overwhelm to Optimal Health’ coaching program. It made me do a happy dance, right there in my chair. Literally!! I bounced about, pumped my...
View ArticleAn easy way to let go of control in the moment
Do you ever get called controlling? Or even, a Control Freak? Do you struggle with letting go? If so, you’re not alone. Almost every client I’ve worked with brought up this issue. It’s no surprise,...
View ArticleA simple tip for rattled nerves
You’re part of the 15-20% of people who are highly sensitive. That means, your neurology processes information a little differently to most. But what does being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) actually...
View ArticleWord of the Year
Happy New Year! I hope you and your family had a lovely holiday season. I had a relaxing Christmas with family, friends, and good food. I even unplugged from social media, which was the best present...
View ArticleTaking control of your mind
Have you ever heard this before? “Stop overthinking!” Or… “Just don’t think about it.” “You worry too much.” It’s like your mind is missing the OFF switch that others seem to have. If this sounds...
View ArticleThe 4 areas of Sensitivity Superpowers
How are you with smells? Light? Noise? Taste and so forth? Hubby and I had new carpet laid in one of the bedrooms. It was beautiful summer day, so I opened the windows to let the stink out. When hubby...
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