Living as an Empath/HSP: Navigating Boundaries and Building a Self-Care Toolbox

In Case Nobody Told You: A Wellness Podcast

Living with family, roommates, or partners can be an emotional roller coaster, especially for highly sensitive or empathic people like me. It's a whirlwind of absorbing energies from multiple personalities and moods. On this episode, we'll explore what it means to be highly sensitive, the differences between HSPs and empaths, and the importance of setting boundaries for our well-being. Equally important is taking care of our emotional and mental health. Peek into my self-care toolbox for HSPs and empaths, with practices to stay grounded and protect our energy. If you've ever felt overwhelmed or need guidance on managing sensitivity, this episode is dedicated to you. Let me know how it resonates.
Upcoming Events:
Sunset Recalibration • 8/13 at 7AM ET (Insight Timer)
The Sunset Reset • 8/16 at 8PM ET (Zoom)
Resources:
What Is a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)? (Verywell Mind)
How to Know If You’re a Highly Sensitive Person—and Why It’s Different from Being an Empath (Health)
The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine N. Aron Ph.D.
Locus of Control (Psychology Today)
Locus of Control: Quick Coping Skill for Anxiety (Therapy in a Nutshell)
Credits:
Cover Art - Noah Bility
Music - "Jazz Personality" by Sarah, The Illstrumentalist (via Epidemic Sound)
EPs That May Resonate:
You're Allowed to Expand at Your Own Pace
A Guided Morning Meditation for Grounding and Peace

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Hosted by Steph R. Long (Chopra-certified health and meditation instructor, well-being advocate, and the former Deputy Director of Enterprise for Refinery29 Unbothered), In Case Nobody Told You is a wellness podcast aimed to ground, uplift and empower. Every other Sunday, Steph guides listeners in reconnecting with their authentic being and helps them explore what it means to be aligned in mind, body and spirit. From exploring the benefits of meditation and the importance of self-care to uncovering the keys to self-love and empowerment, she also brings listeners well-researched and practical tools for living a full and vibrant life.

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1. Living as an Empath/HSP: Navigating Boundaries and Building a Self-Care Toolbox (00:00:00)

2. Special Announcements (00:01:27)

3. Navigating Boundaries as an Empath/Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) (00:03:01)

4. What Is a HSP? (00:05:44)

5. What's the Difference Between an Empath and a HSP? (00:07:10)

6. Life as an Empath/HSP (00:08:37)

7. Protecting Your Emotional Well-Being as an Empath/HSP (00:12:28)

8. Self-Care Toolbox for Empaths and HSPs (00:18:10)

9. Closing Remarks (00:23:31)