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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