On our latest podcast episode in our HSPs & Complex Trauma Series, Lourdes and I discuss the topic of dissociation. We describe what it is and how it develops. Additionally, we delve into increasing awareness of one’s own experiences of dissociation and how to manage it. Here is the link to the episode: 142: HSPs […]
Where Does Anxiety Come From?
Dr. Lourdes Viado and I have developed a podcast series discussing topics related to Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) and complex trauma. In this episode, we focus on where anxiety comes from and why it’s important to understand. We explore the differences between cortex-based and amygdala-based anxiety. Additionally, we identify how some HSPs traits may look […]
Complex Trauma in HSPs
New Series: Highly Sensitive Persons (HSP) who have experienced Complex Trauma After my previous interview with Dr. Lourdes Viado, on her podcast Women In-Depth, we realized there was so much more to elaborate on regarding Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) with Complex Trauma. We decided to develop a series on discussing various aspects of this topic. […]
HSPs and Complex Trauma
Recently I was asked to be a guest on the podcast Women In Depth to discuss my specialty of Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) and Complex Trauma. Dr. Lourdes Viado and I have a conversation to address this interesting subject. We touch on the following topics: What is an HSP Defining trauma and complex trauma […]
Reduce Overwhelm and Anxiety Series — Part V: Self-Holding
This post is part of the Reduce Overwhelm & Anxiety Series. Everyone experiences anxiety or a sense of overwhelm from time to time. This can be especially true for Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs), who can become overstimulated more easily due to a more “finely-tuned” nervous system. Additionally, folks with PTSD or complex trauma can feel […]
Reduce Overwhelm and Anxiety Series — Part IV: Use Your Imagination
This post is part of the Reduce Overwhelm & Anxiety Series. Everyone experiences anxiety or a sense of overwhelm from time to time. This can be especially true for Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs), who can become overstimulated more easily due to a more “finely-tuned” nervous system. Additionally, folks with PTSD or complex trauma can feel […]
Reduce Overwhelm and Anxiety Series — Part III: Physical Grounding
This post is part of the Reduce Overwhelm & Anxiety Series. Everyone experiences anxiety or a sense of overwhelm from time to time. This can be especially true for Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs), who can become overstimulated more easily due to a more “finely-tuned” nervous system. Additionally, folks with PTSD or complex trauma can feel […]
Reduce Overwhelm and Anxiety Series — Part II: Present Moment Focus
This post is part of the Reduce Overwhelm & Anxiety Series. Everyone experiences anxiety or a sense of overwhelm from time to time. This can be especially true for Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs), who can become overstimulated more easily due to a more “finely-tuned” nervous system. Additionally, folks with PTSD or complex trauma can feel […]
Reduce Overwhelm and Anxiety Series — Part I: Breathing Techniques
Everyone experiences anxiety or a sense of overwhelm from time to time. This can be especially true for Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs), who can become overstimulated more easily due to a more “finely-tuned” nervous system. Additionally, folks with PTSD or complex trauma can feel anxious and overwhelmed, especially when triggered or due to being hyper-alert. […]