2 practices to connect to your spiritual intuition—and relieve anxiety
Today I’d like to share with you two practices to combat anxiety and stress. Do them on the spot if you find yourself stressed, but even more important, add them to your morning routine to prevent yourself from getting stressed in the first place.... Read more
Tips for talking about tough subjects
Dealing with conflict can be a big challenge for sensitive people. We can be like the aptly named sensitive fern (onoclea sensibilis, pictured in the photo): when things get frosty, we want to shrivel up and die. How do you bring up at touchy topic with a family... Read more
Why I really, really need my own room
I love my office. I feel so lucky to have it. I have two big desks. I can see trees, grass, flowers, and birds from three windows. I have a comfortable couch that turns into an even more comfortable bed. The room looks especially fresh and bright because we... Read more
For Inner Bonders: use this foolproof process to move into the intent to learn
My client Alyssa said, “I’m trying to do the six steps, but I get stuck! I ask questions but I don’t get any answers. What am I doing wrong?” Alyssa is not alone: new clients often ask this question. When your Inner Bonding practice goes off... Read more
Understanding your HSP trait, Part 1: Depth of Processing
Depth of processing is the central attribute of the highly sensitive trait. The better you understand how it manifests in you, the better you can care for yourself. In this four-part series, I’ll explore the four key characteristics all highly sensitive... Read more
1 camel +2 HSPs + 5 border crossings = manageable craziness…with the right self-care
Before I update you on last week’s adventures, welcome to all of you who are new subscribers. Thanks for reading….and thanks to all of you who have read what I write and still come back for more! In the last Listening Post I explored why I sometimes break... Read more
I’m breaking my self-care rules this week. Here’s why.
I’m embarking on a crazy scheme tomorrow, involving one U-Haul truck, two boats, four border crossings, a futon set…and eleven hours on the road. I’ve written no fewer than 44 articles here in the Listening Post about about HSP self-care. That... Read more
When you need relief on the spot from intense emotions: try heart breathing
What can you do when intense emotions come up in a public situation? Privacy is not an option, yet you need a way to calm yourself and be present with what is coming up for you. If we were in a session, I’d take you through a whole-body lead-in. This is a... Read more
3 blocks to asking for what you need…and how to overcome them
In the last Listening Post I talked about “love as a feeling” vs “love as a need.” When you see love as a need, you are empowered to meet that need for yourself or for others. However, in love relationships and in other areas of our lives, many... Read moreGet your FREE guide to sensitive anxiety
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