Best Julie Bjelland Podcasts (2025)

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Women Rising: Reclaiming Our Power, Health, and Voice With Julie Bjelland, LMFT 19:30

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In this episode, I’m sharing something deeply personal and profoundly urgent. After years of working with women around the world—especially sensitive and neurodivergent women—I’ve seen a heartbreaking pattern: a lack of belief in self, chronic disempowerment, silencing, medical dismissal, and burnout. And yet, it’s women who are most needed right n…

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Why Sensitivity Is a Superpower: Dr. Julie Bjelland on Rest, Resilience, and Rewiring the Brain 1:03:25

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Why Sensitivity Is a Superpower: Dr. Julie Bjelland on Rest, Resilience, and Rewiring the Brain In this episode, our guest Julie Bjelland and I explore the deep connections between sensitivity, neurodivergence, and how we navigate the complexities of life—especially around money, rest, burnout, and compassion. Julie is a neurodivergent psychotherap…

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Impact Investing: Creating the Future We Want to See 26:56

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In this episode, I share my journey of becoming an investment manager at Natural Investments, a firm focused on socially responsible and impact investing. I discuss how I overcame my initial hesitation about joining the investment world and found alignment between my values and my work managing investments that create positive social and environmen…

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Investing with Integrity: Janine Firpo on Values-Aligned Wealth 1:04:59

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Investing with Integrity: Janine Firpo on Values-Aligned Wealth In this episode, our guest Janine Firpo and I explore how women can own their power with their investments and have them better reflect their values, especially around climate collapse. We dive into Janine’s transitions from a career in tech to global development, to impact investing, …

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Shameless Financial Liberation: Pamela Capalad’s Journey Beyond the Hustle 1:03:44

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Shameless Financial Liberation: Pamela Capalad’s Journey Beyond the Hustle In this episode, our guest Pamela Capalad and I explore the emotional landscape of money—what it means to untangle shame, embrace spaciousness, and move toward true financial liberation. Pamela is a Certified Financial Planner™ and Accredited Financial Counselor™ who has bee…

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Leadership, Latinidad, and Internal Power: A Conversation with Dr. Ana María 58:39

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Leadership, Latinidad, and Internal Power: A Conversation with Dr. Ana María In this episode, our guest Dr. Ana María López Caldwell and I dive deep into the unique challenges and strengths of being a Latino professional navigating leadership, identity, and purpose. Dr. Ana María brings her powerful blend of personal story, cultural insight, and co…

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25 Traits of the Sensitive Autistic Phenotype: Recognizing Yourself Beyond the Stereotypes by Julie Bjelland, LMFT 33:56

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In this deeply validating episode, Julie Bjelland, LMFT, explores 25 common traits within the sensitive autistic phenotype—a presentation of autism often overlooked in women and those socialized to mask. These traits offer insight into why so many highly sensitive people are discovering, often in adulthood, that they are actually autistic. If you’v…

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Is Dysregulation Impacting Your Life? How to Recognize and Manage our Emotional Response with Dr Melanie Joy 51:03

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We are all living in tumultuous times and it’s very easy to become overwhelmed. When our nervous system is out of balance, we are more likely to have heightened emotional responses to what’s going on around us. In this insightful interview, Dr Melanie Joy shares how highly sensitive people can experience dysregulation due to high empathy, weakened …

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When Life Feels Too Heavy: Discovering Those Tiny ‘Glimmers’ of Relief with Julie Bjelland, LMFT 36:57

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I focus on the concept of “glimmers”—those fleeting, positive moments that provide hope when life feels overwhelming. As someone who identifies as highly sensitive and neurodivergent, I share personal stories of grief, self-reflection, and the practical ways I train my brain to notice and savor moments of joy or relief. You’ll learn how cultivating…

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The Sensitive Autistic Phenotype: Insights for Individuals & Practitioners with Julie Bjelland, LMFT 44:01

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This episode dives into the concept of the “sensitive autistic phenotype,” highlighting how many highly sensitive adults are discovering they are autistic later in life. The discussion emphasizes the need to view autism holistically, recognizing the intersection with gender, race, and other identities, and focuses on strength-based approaches and s…

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Sensory Sensitivity and Overload: Exploring Their Impact on Wellness with Julie Bjelland, LMFT 48:23

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into the powerful topic of sensory sensitivity and sensory overload, exploring how these experiences shape our lives and impact our wellness. Episode Highlights: What is sensory sensitivity, and why do neurodivergent individuals experience it? The challenges of sensory overwhelm and its physical and emotional effect…

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Discovering You're Autistic as an Adult: A Transformative Journey with Julie Bjelland, LMFT 35:12

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In this episode, Julie Bjelland explores the life-changing experience of discovering you're autistic as an adult. She shares personal insights and stories from others who have embarked on this journey, highlighting the emotional and physical costs of masking, the unique traits of late-discovered autism, and the power of finally understanding yourse…

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Neurodiversity is as Essential as Biodiversity with Julie Bjelland, LMFT 26:44

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In this episode, Julie Bjelland explores the powerful parallels between biodiversity in nature and neurodiversity in humanity. Discover how every unique mind contributes to the resilience, innovation, and balance of our world, much like every species plays a vital role in thriving ecosystems. Julie dives into: The lessons biodiversity teaches us ab…

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Burnout Recovery and Prevention: For the Sensitive and Autistic with Julie Bjelland, LMFT 35:12

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Dive into the topic of burnout recovery and prevention, particularly for sensitive and autistic individuals. Burnout is a pervasive challenge for many neurodivergent people, and Julie provides practical tools, strategies, and insights to help listeners identify, manage, and prevent burnout. Topics Covered: Understanding Burnout: Emotional, physical…

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Embracing Financial Wellness through Somatic Finance® Gayle Colman’s Journey 1:07:19

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Embracing Financial Wellness through Somatic Finance® Gayle Colman’s Journey In this episode, our guest Gayle Colman and I dive into the connections between money, personal growth, and embodied awareness. Gayle, a leading expert in personal finance and creator of Somatic Finance®, brings over 40 years of experience helping individuals integrate hol…

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Why Are So Many Sensitive People Discovering They’re Autistic? With Julie Bjelland, LMFT 29:33

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In this episode of The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast, I explore why so many sensitive individuals, particularly women and those assigned female at birth (AFAB), are discovering their autism later in life. Together, we’ll tackle the misconception that autism is a “fad”—an idea that suggests people are falsely claiming to be autistic as part o…

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Douglas Tsoi on Finding Financial Freedom, Meaning, and Community 56:23

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Douglas Tsoi on Finding Financial Freedom, Meaning, and Community In this episode, our guest Douglas Tsoi and I dive into the intersection of financial freedom, personal values, and social impact. Douglas, founder of the School of Financial Freedom, shares his journey from lawyer to educator, achieving financial independence by living simply and in…

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Creating Financial Alignment and Embracing «Good Enough» with Shannon Wilkinson 1:06:22

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Creating Financial Alignment and Embracing “Good Enough” with Shannon Wilkinson In this episode, our guest Shannon Wilkinson and I dive into the transformative power of aligning finances with personal values and overcoming perfectionism. Shannon, a life coach with over two decades of experience, shares her journey from starting her career when "lif…

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10 Strategies for Managing Overwhelming Feelings of Injustice with Julie Bjelland, LMFT 20:18

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Description: In this episode of The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast, Julie Bjelland explores how injustice can deeply affect sensitive and neurodivergent individuals. With heightened empathy and a strong sense of fairness, many of us feel overwhelmed by the injustices we witness in the world. Julie shares 10 actionable strategies to help you m…

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Transforming Grief into Purpose: Financial Wisdom for Widows & Caregivers with Megan Kopka 1:04:30

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Transforming Grief into Purpose: Financial Wisdom for Widows & Caregivers with Megan Kopka In this episode, our guest Megan Kopka and I delve into her transformative journey of resilience, compassion, and financial wisdom. She shares her personal story of loss, recounting her path from young widowhood to her inspiring advocacy for widows' rights an…

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Finding Calm: A Grounding Meditation for the Sensitive & Neurodivergent During Uncertain Times 13:58

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Life can feel overwhelming and distressing in uncertain times, especially for sensitive and neurodivergent people. That’s why it’s even more important to turn inward, ground ourselves, and find a sense of stability within. By nurturing our inner world, we can create a safe, steady space amidst the external chaos, allowing us to respond with greater…

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Navigating Money, Race, and Healing with Rahkim Sabree 1:11:44

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Navigating Money, Race, and Healing with Rahkim Sabree. In this episode, Rahkim Sabree joins the conversation to explore the intersection of financial trauma, race, and the challenges to financial empowerment. Rahkim, a seasoned financial coach, educator, and author, shares his journey from growing up in poverty to becoming a leading voice in finan…

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How to Stay Emotionally and Psychologically Safe in the Midst of Distressing Media with Dr Melanie Joy 49:36

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We are all too often bombarded by disturbing and distressing media and this can be extremely overwhelming for sensitive people. We can find it extremely challenging to manage the intensity of emotions that are often felt from over-witnessing suffering and violence in our media. As a result, we can spend a great deal of energy intentionally avoiding…

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Unveiling the Power of Ancestral Healing with Meenadchi: A Journey Through Money Trauma to Empowerment 1:00:03

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Unveiling the Power of Ancestral Healing with Meenadchi: A Journey Through Money Trauma to Empowerment. In this episode, our guest Meenadchi and I delve into the profound impact of ancestral healing on our relationship with money. Meenadchi, a practitioner of family constellation therapy, shares her unique approach to addressing and healing money t…

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Aligning Catholic Values with Financial Strategy: A Conversation with Bill and Anne Hatch 56:40

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Aligning Catholic Values with Financial Strategy: A Conversation with Bill and Anne Hatch In this episode of Highly Sensitive Money, I interview Bill and Anne Hatch, exploring their journey from conventional finance backgrounds to impactful investments aligned with their Catholic values. The discussion highlights their involvement with the Francesc…

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The Pain of Being Misunderstood and the Joy of Belonging with Julie Bjelland, LMFT and Willow McIntosh 51:58

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Episode Highlights: Feeling Misunderstood: Julie and Willow explore the emotional impact of being misunderstood as sensitive and neurodivergent individuals, and how these experiences shape self-image and relationships. From Misunderstanding to Belonging: Julie shares contrasting experiences of recently feeling misunderstood in one situation and dee…

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Breaking the Money Taboo with Psychotherapist turned Money Coach Laura Gates-Lupton 1:01:28

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Breaking the Money Taboo with Psychotherapist turned Money Coach Laura Gates-Lupton In this episode, our guest Laura Gates-Lupton and I embark on a candid conversation about the intersection of money, feminism, and sensitivity. Laura, a former psychotherapist turned money coach, shares her journey from a career in social work to empowering women to…

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Finding Light in the Darkness: Rediscovering Joy Through Hard Seasons with Julie Bjelland, LMFT and Willow McIntosh 56:33

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In this episode of the HSP and Neurodivergent podcast, host Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntosh explore how to find light in the darkness, even during grief and difficult times. They discuss the importance of intentionally seeking joy, even in small moments, and how this practice helps manage overwhelming emotions and build resilience. Julie shares …

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Cultivating Impactful Businesses: Key Insights from Rose Slam! Johnson 47:22

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Cultivating Impactful Businesses: Key Insights from Rose Slam! Johnson Rose Slam! Johnson is the vibrant force behind Nimble Roots Coaching, a personalized coaching business tailored to queer small business owners. With a focus on infusing joy into the entrepreneurial journey, Slam!’s coaching style is characterized by love, bravery, and compassion…

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Learning to Embrace Feeling Deeply and Finding the Joy of the Real You with Julie Bjelland, LMFT, and Willow McIntosh 50:05

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Welcome to this episode of the HSP and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie Bjelland, LMFT, and guest Willow McIntosh. This episode celebrates the 5th anniversary of the Sensitive Empowerment Community. We discuss milestones, including reaching listeners in 183 countries and ranking in the top 1.5% of podcasts globally. Season Two Kickoff: Julie share…

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Valerie June Hockett: Creativity As a Force for Change 55:25

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Valerie June Hockett: Creativity As a Force for Change In this episode, our guest Valerie June Hockett and I embark on a journey through the transformative power of creativity. Valerie, a Grammy-nominated artist and creative visionary, shares her unique perspective on how art can inspire social change and personal growth. We explore her multifacete…

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Thriving as a Highly Sensitive Entrepreneur with Bianca Wilson 53:14

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Thriving as a Highly Sensitive Entrepreneur with Bianca Wilson In this episode of 'Highly Sensitive Money,' I welcome Bianca Wilson, a former client and a highly sensitive person, to discuss her journey to financial transformation. Bianca, an emotional freedom technique practitioner and mindful communication facilitator, shares how her sensitivity …

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Reclaiming Financial Agency: An Interview with financial therapist Haylie Castillo 1:00:32

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Reclaiming Financial Agency: An Interview with financial therapist Haylie Castillo In this episode of Highly Sensitive Money, I interview financial therapist Haylie Castillo. We discuss the significance of financial backgrounds shaped by social justice, systemic oppression, and personal upbringing. Haylie shares her journey of growing up in a conse…

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Redefining Success: Money, Creativity, and Sensitivity with Karen Kinney 52:38

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Redefining Success: Money, Creativity, and Sensitivity with Karen Kinney In this episode, Karen Kinney and I discuss our financial backgrounds and how our sensitivities have shaped our relationship with money. We cover topics like early financial lessons, childhood stability, and the role of contentment and spiritual connection in our lives. The co…

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Episode 200: The Sensitive Person's Toolkit for Challenging Days with Julie Bjelland, LMFT 37:04

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In this episode of the HSP and Neurodivergent podcast, I share insights on managing the tough days that sensitive individuals often face. After recently losing my mom, I’ve realized how crucial it is to have a "Sensitive Person's Toolkit" to help navigate overwhelming emotions, sensory overload, and other unique challenges. I discuss common struggl…

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Highly Sensitive and Socially Active: Financial Perspectives from Jasmine Rashid 47:39

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Highly Sensitive and Socially Active: Financial Perspectives from Jasmine Rashid In this episode of Highly Sensitive Money, Diana Yanez interviews Jasmine Rashid, who shares her journey into social justice and financial activism. Based in Oakland, Jasmine works at an impact investment advisory firm and is the author of the forthcoming book, 'The Fi…

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The Spiritual Side of Entrepreneurship: A Conversation with Franklin Taggart 1:07:11

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The Spiritual Side of Entrepreneurship: A Conversation with Franklin Taggart In this episode of 'Highly Sensitive Money,' host Diana Yanez interviews Franklin Taggart, a coach and former musician, about his experiences with marketing, entrepreneurship, and managing burnout. They discuss the challenges of being a highly sensitive person in business,…

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Breaking the Financial Barrier: How Gender Plays a Role with Finances for Feminists 53:38

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Breaking the Financial Barrier: How Gender Plays a Role with Finances for Feminists In this episode of 'Highly Sensitive Money,' host Diana Yañez welcomes Ariel Nathanson from 'Finances for Feminists.' The conversation delves into Ariel's journey into finance, starting from her childhood love for numbers to her current role in financial education. …

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The Showgirl Shaman: Embracing Embodiment in Money and Art with Kellita Maloof 52:28

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The Showgirl Shaman: Embracing Embodiment in Money and Art with Kellita Maloof In this episode of Highly Sensitive Money, host Diana Yañez interviews Kellita Maloof, known as the showgirl shaman, about the unique challenges and insights of highly sensitive people in handling their finances. Kellita shares her journey as a performing and teaching ar…

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Community Investing: Building a Just Economy with Nicole Middleton Holloway 1:01:09

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Community Investing: Building a Just Economy with Nicole Middleton Holloway In this episode of 'Highly Sensitive Money,' host Diana interviews Nicole Middleton Holloway, founder of Strategy Squad, about her unique journey from media and entertainment into finance. Nicole shares her expertise in private placements, social justice investing, and comm…

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Episode 199: Intuitive Parenting: Emotional Regulation Strategies with Carol Huckle and Carolina Mariposa 48:56

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In this episode, Sensitive Empowerment Community members Carol Huckle and Carolina Mariposa co-host quarterly Intuitive Parenting events, in which members discuss the joys and challenges of parenting as HSP's, while supporting one another in our parenting and caregiving journeys. While these events are not normally recorded to maintain privacy of p…

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Episode 198: Creating Space While Grieving with Rebecca Jo-Rushdy and Andrea Weber 37:09

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In this heartfelt interview, Rebecca introduces us to the practice of KonMari for sorting through belongings at such a difficult time in our lives. The method is particularly beneficial for highly sensitive people as it gently encourages mindfully letting go while regulating our nervous system with what is manageable and with what resonates with ou…

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Navigating Money, Sensitivity, and Social Justice with Mikella Millen 1:17:37

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Navigating Money, Sensitivity, and Social Justice with Mikella Millen In this episode of Highly Sensitive Money, Mikella Millen shares her journey as a highly sensitive person navigating financial challenges and personal growth. Mikella discusses her multifaceted career as a psychotherapist, art therapist, and multidisciplinary healer. Mikella shar…

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Money Lessons from My Parents: A Journey of Financial Wisdom with Diana Yañez 29:22

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Money Lessons from My Parents: A Journey of Financial Wisdom Welcome to the first episode for the second season of 'Highly Sensitive Money'! In this episode, I share valuable financial lessons I learned from my Mexican immigrant parents. I discuss both positive and negative experiences that shaped my understanding of money, work, and entrepreneursh…

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The Gift of Vulnerability: Finding Strength in Our True Self with Julie and Willow 1:02:48

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In this conversation, Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntosh share personal stories and insights about their experiences as highly sensitive people (HSPs). Julie talks about her rescue mission to save a baby seagull and how her sensitivity allowed her to notice and help the bird. Willow discusses his journey of self-discovery and the process of letting…

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Episode 196: Living Beyond Fear and Doubt with Misa Hopkins and Andrea Weber 58:27

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In this conversation, Misa Hopkins discusses the topics of fear, doubt, self-worth, and perfectionism. She explains that fear and doubt stem from the separation of consciousness and the belief in unworthiness, abandonment, and rejection. Misa emphasizes the importance of understanding that these experiences do not indicate anything is wrong with us…

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Episode 195: Feeling Flawed with Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntosh 57:08

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Welcome to our latest episode, "Feeling Flawed," in which Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntosh share their personal experiences of sensitivity and neurodivergence. They explore the impact of feeling flawed, the importance of self-compassion, and how embracing our unique traits can lead to empowerment and well-being. Join us as we discuss creating sup…

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Episode 194: The Challenges of Sensitivity with Julie Bjelland, LMFT 29:38

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Summary In this episode, Julie Bjelland discusses the challenges of sensitivity and how they can impact highly sensitive and neurodivergent individuals. She shares her own experiences and highlights the importance of validation, understanding, and self-care. Some of the challenges discussed include sound sensitivity, feeling misunderstood, managing…

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Episode 193: Being Ourselves in the World with Julie and Willow 1:00:24

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Show Notes Julie and Willow discuss the challenges of planning and traveling, the importance of trust and presence, and their love for animals and nature. In this conversation, Julie and Willow discuss the joy of observing sea creatures and the importance of deep connections. They share personal stories of friendship and the freedom of being authen…

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Episode 192: Embracing Neurodiversity with Julie and Willow 1:01:42

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The conversation between Julie Bjelland and Willow McIntosh covers self-acceptance, neurodiversity, sensory experiences, and the impact of personal discovery on mental and physical health. The discussion also delves into the importance of connection, shared experiences, and the significance of rest and self-care for highly sensitive individuals. Th…