Best Sensory Processing Sensitivity Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 128 (Season 4): Do Autistic People Want Social Connection? 45:00

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Autistic people are often stereotyped as uninterested in social connection, but the reality is far more nuanced, and longing for connection can coexist with the need for isolation or sensory protection. Understanding your own capacity and motivation for relationships isn’t just helpful, it’s often a key part of self-acceptance. In this episode, Pat…

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Real Parent Questions: Family Doesn’t Understand Meltdowns & When to Seek Help 29:11

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What do you do when your family just doesn’t understand your child’s meltdowns? Or when you start wondering if it’s time to seek professional help? In this powerful Season 2 kickoff of the Calm Connection Parenting Podcast, Jami answers two real questions from parents walking through emotional intensity, family tension, and the uncertainty of what’…

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Wisdom, Self-Discovery, and Adventure for High-Sensation Seeking HSPs 56:24

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In this episode of The Happy HSP Podcast, we explore the world of the “Wild Sensitive” — those HSPs who identify as both highly sensitive and high-sensation seeking. Guests Annet van Duinen and Randy Grasser share their insights on what it means to live freely as a sensitive soul in a world that often asks us to mask who we truly are for the sake o…

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267 Rupture without Repair, and the Discomfort of Being Misunderstood 32:41

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Rupture without Repair, and the Discomfort of Being Misunderstood In this deeply personal episode, Patricia (she/her) unpacks the fallout from a neighborhood rupture and the painful loss of community connection. Through the lens of being autistic and AuDHD, she explores rejection sensitivity, communication breakdowns, friendship trauma, and why rep…

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Episode 127 (Season 4): Landmark College: Neuro-Inclusive College to Career Transitions [featuring Jan Coplan] 1:03:20

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Navigating the transition from education to the workplace is challenging for anyone, but neurodivergent individuals face unique barriers, from inaccessible application processes to the pressure of masking during interviews and employment. Understanding what actually helps—and hinders—neurodivergent people thrive at work is crucial for both job-seek…

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After-School Restraint Collapse: Why Your Child Holds It Together at School and Falls Apart at Home 24:42

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Ever wonder why your child can hold it together all day at school, then completely unravel the moment they get home? You’re not crazy, and you’re not alone. In this episode, we’ll unpack the real reason behind those after-school meltdowns (hint: it’s not bad behavior!) and what you can do to bring calm and connection back to your afternoons and eve…

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Recovery, Spirituality, and Purpose on the HSP Healing Journey 50:02

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By Kimberly Marshall

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Episode 126 (Season 4): Am I Still Me? Post-Diagnosis Identity Spiral 29:43

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Discovering you're Autistic or ADHD as an adult can turn your whole sense of self upside down. Navigating the emotional aftermath—wondering, "Am I still me?"—often brings up more questions than answers, and can feel both destabilizing and deeply transformative. In this episode, Patrick Casale and Dr. Megan Anna Neff, two AuDHD mental health profess…

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From Chaos to Calm: Celebrate 1 Year of Parenting Tips, Top Episodes, and Milestones 29:02

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Can you believe it? The Calm Connection Parenting Podcast is officially ONE year old! 🎉 Over 5,000 downloads, listeners in 59 countries, and 50 episodes filled with hope, encouragement, and real-life parenting strategies. In this special anniversary episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes to celebrate what we’ve built together, and to share some …

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266 When ADHD Wants Adventure and Autism Just Wants a Nap 23:28

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When ADHD Wants Adventure and Autism Just Wants a Nap Patricia (she/her) explores what it means to show up authentically as a neurodivergent person—especially when navigating the tension between wanting novelty (hello ADHD/AuDHD brains!) and craving sameness (thank you autism). She shares candid stories about celebrating her anniversary, managing l…

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Empowering HSPs Through Community and Connection 31:49

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If you’ve ever felt the ache of loneliness and longing for deeper connection as a highly sensitive person, or wondered where you truly belong, then today’s episode is for you. I’m joined by psychotherapist and community builder Cindy Gale, who has dedicated her work to empowering HSPs through both individual healing and the healing that comes with …

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Anxiety is hard enough to deal with. It's more challenging when we blame ourselves. 6:57

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"It makes us feel very alone, isolated, different, less than." Jeffrey Rutstein continues, "That's one of the things that also makes anxiety so hard to bear. So many of us not only struggle with anxiety, but we blame ourselves for being anxious: 'I know better, I shouldn't be anxious here. 'Oh, I teach my patients how to relax, I shouldn't be anxio…

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Episode 125 (Season 4): Hidden Shame of ADHD: Restlessness, Relationships, and Post-Discovery Impact 44:54

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Discovering you’re ADHD later in life can be a profound and disorienting experience—especially when it means re-examining your relationships, identity, and even your sense of self. For many ADHD adults, the post-diagnosis journey brings unique challenges and unexpected waves of both relief and shame. In this episode, Patrick Casale and Dr. Megan An…

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47. Suicide Prevention: Parenting Tips to Help Kids Through Emotional Dysregulation and Suicidal Thoughts with Safety and Support 32:56

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Hearing your child say words like, “I wish I were dead” can be the most terrifying moment of parenting. In this episode, we’re talking openly about suicidal ideation in children—why it happens, how to respond, and how to create safety and hope in your home. September is Suicide Prevention Month, but this is a conversation we must keep alive all yea…

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Career Journeys, Motherhood, and Healing as a Highly Sensitive Person 38:04

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In this episode of The Happy HSP Podcast, host Kimberly Marshall is turning the microphone inward to share her own story as a highly sensitive person. From discovering she was an HSP at just 19 — to navigating motherhood, career burnout, and a deep healing and spiritual journey — she shares many of the challenges she’s faced with her sensitivity al…

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Episode 124 (Season 4): Epiphanies and Apologies: Processing Life After Autism and ADHD Discovery 47:55

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After discovering you’re Autistic or have ADHD, you most likely started to re-examine the past—and the realization of missed cues or misunderstood moments can bring up nostalgia, relief, and even regret. Revisiting friendships, relationships, and life events through a newly understood neurodivergent lens is often emotional but also essential for se…

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46. First Steps After Your Child’s DMDD, ADHD, or Mental Health Diagnosis: Find Calm, Clarity, and Hope 25:36

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Finding out your child has a diagnosis like DMDD, ADHD, anxiety, or other mental health diagnosis can feel overwhelming. One moment you’re standing on steady ground, and the next it feels like the floor dropped out from under you. In this episode, I’m sharing the very first steps you can take to steady yourself, find hope, and begin building a plan…

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The Power of Naming High Sensitivity for HSPs 45:01

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If you’ve ever felt like it was difficult to accept your trait of high sensitivity, especially as it relates to being labeled with the word “sensitive,” then this episode of The Happy HSP Podcast is for you. I’m joined by writing coach, author, and founder of The Introverts Paper Playground, Nicola McDonald, who found that recognizing and validatin…

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265 When the Dogs Stop Saying Hi: The Human Need for Connection and Belonging 28:32

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When the Dogs Stop Saying Hi: The Human Need for Connection and Belonging Patricia (she/her) explores the complexities of community, being perceived, and the challenges of navigating relationships amidst misunderstandings and cancel culture. She shares personal experiences of rupture and repair within her community, reflecting on the emotional impa…

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Episode 123 (Season 4): Not an Epidemic: Behind the Rise in Autism Diagnoses [featuring Dr. Donna Henderson] 1:18:41

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Language matters, especially when it shapes how we, as neurodivergent people, are seen and understood. Conversations about an alleged "Autism epidemic" are everywhere—and can lead to misinformation, stigma, and feelings of shame for Autistic people and families. This episode aims to untangle the myths versus realities, providing crucial clarity and…

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Releasing Emotional Blocks - from an interview with Amy B. Scher 10:31

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"When we are storing these emotions in our body and they become stuck, they are preventing us from having the clear, clean, energetic flow through our muscles, glands and organs that we should. "I believe that that is essential for physical health. And I also believe that when we hold emotional blocks, it blocks the energy of our spirit. "It blocks…

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45. Explaining ADHD, DMDD, and Emotional Dysregulation So Kids Can Understand: The Race Car Brain Analogy 22:29

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Ever feel like your child’s emotions or impulses go from zero to 200 in seconds...and there’s no stopping it? You’re not alone. In this episode, I share one of my favorite tools for helping kids understand their unique wiring: the Race Car Brain analogy. It’s a simple, memorable picture you can use to explain ADHD, DMDD, or emotional intensity in a…

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Past-Life Regression, Somatic Healing, and the Spiritual Side of High Sensitivity 47:32

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*Content Warning: This episode includes some strong language and mentions of sex abuse, which may be sensitive for some listeners. Have you ever wondered if there’s a deeper, more spiritual side to being highly sensitive? In this episode of The Happy HSP Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Katie Larson. She’s a hypnotherapist, growth coach, and somatic prac…

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Episode 122 (Season 4): Claiming Your Neurodivergent Identity: Discovery and What Comes Next 46:54

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Learning you’re Autistic or ADHD—whether through diagnosis, self-identification, or discovery—can spark relief, uncertainty, and a cascade of new questions. Navigating not only the process of finding out, but also what happens next, is a profound and often emotional journey for many neurodivergent adults. In this episode, Patrick Casale and Dr. Meg…

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44. ADHD, DMDD, Emotional Dysregulation, or Neurodivergence—If, What, When, and How to Tell Your Child 21:45

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Have you ever wrestled with the question of if, what, when, or how to talk with your child about their unique wiring or diagnosis? Maybe you’ve worried that telling them could hurt their confidence… or maybe you’ve hoped it could actually make a positive difference. Friend, you’re not alone in that tug of war. In this episode, I’ll share why these …

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Healing Burnout and Finding Purpose as a Highly Sensitive Leader 38:37

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In this episode of The Happy HSP Podcast, NLP Master and Sensitive Leadership Coach Nina Khoo shares how her journey through burnout, parenting sensitive children, and navigating high-pressure corporate life led her to discover her sensitivity. We discuss healing through practices like NIA, intuition-building, and mBraining, and how highly sensitiv…

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264 Disempowered to Empowered: Meltdowns, Boundaries & Donuts 28:47

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Disempowered to Empowered: Meltdowns, Boundaries & Donuts In this heartfelt episode, Patricia (she/her) shares three powerful personal stories that highlight the challenges—and wins—that come with being a sensitive, creative, neurodivergent human. From navigating family dynamics around living arrangements, to reclaiming power after a disempowering …

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Episode 121 (Season 3): Burnout City: Burnout Symptoms at a Cellular Level [featuring Dr. Mel Houser] 49:52

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Understanding the root causes behind Autistic burnout symptoms can feel confusing, especially when physical symptoms are present but dismissed or misunderstood. Many in the neurodivergent community face not only emotional exhaustion but a web of hidden medical conditions that often go undiagnosed, leaving them searching for seemingly elusive answer…

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43. Dealing with the Emotions of a Child’s Diagnosis—ADHD, DMDD, Anxiety, Neurodivergence and More 20:39

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Hearing that your child has ADHD, DMDD, or another form of neurodivergence can stir up a flood of emotions—sadness, worry, guilt, and maybe even some relief. You might wonder, Why am I feeling this way? Am I supposed to be stronger than this? The truth is… your emotions are normal. And learning how to walk through them is the first step toward lead…

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The HSP Journey in Empathy and Quiet Leadership 40:29

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In this episode of The Happy HSP Podcast, therapist, author, and speaker Barbara Allen-Williams shares how leaning into empathy and embracing a quiet style of leadership allows HSPs to rise above social norms and fid their stride. She shares why empathy is a strength, how to honor your needs without apology, and practical ways to step into leadersh…

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Episode 120 (Season 3): Burnout City Finale: Boundaries, Self-Advocacy, and Accommodations 44:26

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Advocating for your needs and setting boundaries as a neurodivergent person can be incredibly challenging—especially in environments that don’t always understand or prioritize accommodations for invisible disabilities. Navigating burnout and building a life that supports your well-being is not just about self-care; it’s about learning how to advoca…

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42. Helping Kids with ADHD, Anxiety, and Emotional Dysregulation Through Back to School Transitions: Conversations That Build Calm 20:47

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Back-to-school can be a tough transition for any child, but when ADHD, anxiety, or emotional dysregulation are in the mix, it can feel overwhelming for the whole family. The good news? You don’t need another chart or checklist—you need key conversations that build calm and connection. In this episode, I’ll share ten simple but powerful talks you ca…

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An Honest Conversation About HSP Men and Modern Masculinity 41:44

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*Content Warning: This episode includes mentions of suicide, which may be sensitive for some listeners. In this episode of The Happy HSP Podcast, Kimberly Marshall sits down with author and advocate William Allen to explore the personal and often unspoken journey of being a highly sensitive man. From cultural conditioning to emotional suppression, …

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263 Friendship, Boundaries, and Other Olympic Sports for Autistic Brains 25:27

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Friendship, Boundaries, and Other Olympic Sports for Autistic Brains Patricia gets real about friendship challenges, navigating communication mismatches, and how OCD and autistic wiring can shape our relationship expectations. She shares a behind-the-scenes peek into her new podcast project, the insecurities that surfaced while collaborating with h…

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Episode 119 (Season 3): AuDHD Burnout City: How Autistic and ADHD Burnout Collide and Compensate 41:45

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ADHD and Autistic burnout can feel like an endless cycle of overwhelm, exhaustion, and frustration—especially for those who live at the intersection of both identities. Many AuDHD individuals struggle to distinguish between ADHD burnout and autistic burnout, but understanding their overlap and unique challenges is crucial to finding compassionate, …

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41. Back-to-School Success for ADHD or Emotionally Dysregulated Kids-- A Parent's Guide 19:48

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Back-to-school can bring excitement, but it can also bring stress...especially if your child has ADHD, anxiety, or big emotions. Early mornings, new routines, and unexpected changes can leave both kids and parents feeling overwhelmed. In this episode, we’ll talk about why transitions can be so challenging for ADHD and emotionally dysregulated kids.…

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High Sensitivity and a New Lens on Life 42:31

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*Content Warning: This episode includes mentions of suicide, which may be sensitive for some listeners. If you’ve ever felt like you couldn’t speak up for your needs in the workplace, doctor’s office, classroom, this episode is for you. Today, I speak with Dr. Sandra Clifton who shares her personal journey realizing she was an HSP after a gift from…

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Episode 118 (Season 3): Autistic Burnout City: Life When the Mask Comes Off 47:54

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Burnout can hit hard for late-diagnosed autistic and ADHD adults, especially when the energy cost of masking becomes too much to bear. Dropping the mask and stepping into authenticity brings both relief and upheaval, raising new challenges that aren’t always easy to navigate alone. In this episode, Patrick Casale and Dr. Megan Anna Neff, two AuDHD …

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Polyvagal Theory, Therapy, Trauma Recovery with Dr. Cheryl Arutt 5:58

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Psychologist Cheryl Arutt found with her therapy clients that "Creative artists, actors and writers and people who do performances, had a different relationship with their trauma than regular people who don't consider themselves creatives." She notes “Polyvagal theory is a new way of thinking about the autonomic nervous system…the part with the thi…

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40. What Legacy Will You Leave as a Parent? Calm, Connected Parenting That Matters 17:11

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A personal story about loss, love, and the legacy we leave as parents. Let this episode encourage you to parent with presence, peace, and purpose...starting today. What kind of legacy are you leaving… not just in life, but in your parenting? This episode comes from a deeply personal place—a month marked by loss, reflection, and a reminder that tomo…

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The Mind, Body, Soul Connection on the HSP Healing Journey 27:50

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In this episode of The Happy HSP Podcast, I’m joined by HSP life coach Louise Smith who, after realizing she was an HSP in her early forties, encountered mixed emotions about her trait. We talk about how difficult it can be to find your footing and confidence as an HSP, and we also explore how HSPs can benefit from inviting our minds, bodies, and s…

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262 Breaking Down Internalized Ableism 32:56

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Breaking Down Internalized Ableism Summary In this conversation, Patricia explores the concept of internalized ableism, particularly among neurodivergent individuals. She discusses how societal stigma and expectations can lead to negative self-perceptions and feelings of inadequacy. Patricia shares personal experiences and insights on how internali…

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Episode 117 (Season 3): Autistic Burnout City: Energy Limits and Management 39:05

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Autistic burnout can feel like you’re running on empty: emotionally, physically, or both. Managing energy, burnout, and self-acceptance in a neurotypical world can be exhausting, especially for neurodivergent people navigating chronic fatigue, sensory overload, and internalized expectations. In this episode, Patrick Casale and Dr. Megan Anna Neff, …

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Healing and Shadow Work for Highly Sensitive People 39:17

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In this episode of The Happy HSP Podcast, HSP therapist and lightworker Jessica Jade Thompson shares how discovering her HSP trait helped her make sense of her emotions and inner world. She also opens up about how healing — especially through shadow work, therapy, and spiritualism — has allowed her to feel more grounded, openhearted, and aligned wi…