Whether you identify somewhere on the queer spectrum or not, you have permission to borrow these powerful ideas from a queer approach to make your life more powerful, connected, and fulfilling.

Steph Linn (CPC, ACC) interviews Em Robertson (CPC) on today's episode of Highly Sensitive Club to help Highly Sensitive People (HSP) take a new approach to life and work. Em covers the two, core qualities that define the queer approach to life and the three skills that anyone can develop to think outside the box and build a world that's more inclusive and connecting for everyone.

00:00 Introducing Em Robertson (CPC) of Queerly Forward Coaching

04:57 The Intersection Between Queer and Neurospicy

06:29 The Queer Approach to Life (That Anyone Can Take)

12:11 Two Qualities You Need to Step Outside the Box

14:00 Three Aspects of Self-Trust

17:46 Curiosity Opens New Pathways

18:10 Connect with Em

Em has a virtual workshop coming up on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, "You're Not the Problem: Neurodivergent Interview Prep That Actually Works." Register at yourenottheproblem.eventbrite.com

Work with Em: queerlyforwardcoaching.com

Work with Steph: stephanielinn.com

If you want to tap into your intuition with simple, practical tools, Sofia Loureiro has you covered.

Stephanie Linn (CPC, ACC) interviews Sofia Loureiro (BSc, MNat, PhD) on this week's episode. Sofia is a natural health practitioner, intuitive mentor, and the creator of the bilingual (English and Portuguese) Empowerment Card Deck for Highly Sensitive People (HSP), empaths, and sensitive people.

Empowerment cards aren't the only trick of Sofia's sleeve, either. Tune in to learn practical tools to tap into your inner wisdom.

00:00 Introducing Sofia Loureiro, BSc, MNat, PhD

08:04 Bibliotherapy

09:18 The RAIN Mindfulness Technique

11:51 Oracle, Tarot, and Empowerment Cards as Intuitive Tools

15:34 Science Meets Intuition

16:39 Hearing Your Inner Voice in Quiet Moments

26:06 Highly Sensitive "Hardware"

29:21 The Birth of Empowerment Cards for HSPs

37:40 Connect with Sofia

39:43 Embracing Vulnerability and Self-Compassion

Sofia offers mentorship for HSPs, intuitive card readings, and of course her Empowerment Card Deck.

Sofia Loureiro: sofialoureiro.com/english

Stephanie Linn: stephanielinn.com

In this episode of The Highly Sensitive Club, Stephanie Linn (CPC, ACC, HSP) discusses the concepts of exploration and focus, particularly for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs). She explains how both exploration and focus are essential for personal growth but can also lead to stagnation if not balanced properly. The episode delves into the dark sides of both exploration and focus, offering insights on when each is beneficial and when they can become detrimental. Stephanie provides practical advice on how to navigate these phases effectively, emphasizing the importance of making decisions and taking action to avoid getting stuck.

00:00 Introduction to Exploration vs. Focus

01:25 Exploration vs. Focus - Two Ends of the Spectrum

04:15 The Dark Side of Exploration

09:17 The Dark Side of Focus

14:17 The Best Time to Explore (When it Works)

18:14 The Best Time to Focus (Saying No to Everything Else)

23:58 Stories of Exploration and Focus

34:03 Recap: Exploration vs. Focus - Dos and Don'ts

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If you're a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) in the corporate world, this episode is for you!

In this week's episode, Stephanie Linn (CPC, ACC, HSP) interviews friend and colleague, Pierre Bradette (CPC, HSP) as he breaks down the transition from being highly sensitive in the corporate world to creating a runway to entrepreneurship - freedom, flexibility, creativity, and possibility.

Steph and Pierre discuss the unexpected benefits to breaking out of the corporate box, how to build a runway based on safety and growth, and the entrepreneurial skills needed to thrive in business AND in your corporate job.

00:00 Meet Pierre Bradette, CPC

05:22 Embracing High Sensitivity as a Strength

06:56 Befriending the Nervous System

10:25 Befriending Your Nervous System through Sexuality

12:14 Connecting to Your Full, Human Experience through Entrepreneurship

16:20 Navigating Corporate Life as a Highly Sensitive Person

19:59 Creating a Life of Independence and Authenticity

24:15 Building a Runway for Entrepreneurship

28:28 Navigating Uncertainty in a Changing Economy

31:43 The Joy of Being a Highly Sensitive Entrepreneur

37:15 Reconnecting to Creativity and Possibility

38:23 Breaking Free from the Corporate Hive Mind

To sign up for Pierre's workshop, "Breaking Free from the Corporate Hive Mind," visithttps://www.notreadytoleap.com/hscCoupon code: HSC29

To connect with Pierre and learn more about coaching with him, visit www.pierrebradette.com

To connect with Steph and book a consultation call, visit stephanielinn.com

Don't discount the power of celebrating your wins. I've got 11 reasons and 4 ways to celebrate that will help you progress faster, find the silver linings, and become your next version.

In this episode of The Highly Sensitive Club, Stephanie Linn (CPC, ACC, HSP) discusses the importance of celebrating wins for Highly Sensitive People. She emphasizes that celebration is not just about acknowledging successes but also about building emotional capacity, transforming identity, and fostering community. The episode explores the difference between genuine celebration and toxic positivity, the benefits of celebrating for emotional growth, and practical ways to incorporate celebration into daily life. Through success stories and actionable tips, listeners are encouraged to embrace celebration as a vital practice for personal growth and resilience.

00:00 3 Steps to Get Unstuck Part 3: Celebrating to Soak in the Wins

02:39 The Cost of Ignoring Your Wins

04:52 Celebration vs. Toxic Positivity and Magical Thinking

07:21 11 Ways Celebrating Builds Evidence of Progress

18:23 Success Stories of Celebrating

23:55 Physical Celebrations

29:21 Emotional Celebration

31:39 Thoughtful Celebrations

34:12 Energetic Celebration

35:28 Recap: Benefits to Celebration, and 3 Ways to Celebrate

To watch your free training, How to Close Out Old Energy, visit: stephanielinn.com/closing

Related Episodes:

73. 3 Steps to Get Unstuck Part 1: Clean Slate Energy Anytime, Anywhere: https://www.stephanielinn.com/post/clean-slate-energy-anytime-anywhere

74. 3 Steps to Get Unstuck Part 2: Powerful Evaluation: https://www.stephanielinn.com/post/how-to-powerfully-evaluate-so-you-can-stop-fighting-fires-and-finally-do-what-s-really-important

71. How to Turn Your Big Goals into Small Steps: https://www.stephanielinn.com/post/how-to-turn-your-big-dreams-into-small-steps

39. Humility is Overrated: https://youtu.be/2yeCrjhEkpU?si=QqHFsM04p8dupGeS

37. Toxic Positivity: https://www.stephanielinn.com/post/how-to-declutter-the-toxic-positivity-from-your-highly-sensitive-life

Ready to look back at a past situation and extract every drop of value and juice out of it?

In this episode of the Highly Sensitive Club, Stephanie Linn (CPC, ACC, HSP) discusses the importance of evaluating past experiences through a lens of clean slate energy. She emphasizes the need for self-reflection, radical responsibility, and the power of choice in shaping one's narrative. By sharing personal stories and client successes, she illustrates how to extract valuable lessons from past events and encourages listeners to embrace their highly sensitive nature as a strength. The episode concludes with an invitation to engage in self-reflection and consider the impact of decisions on personal growth.

00:00 Getting Lessons from Every Experience

05:06 Breaking a Decades Old Habit

08:34 Three Steps to Evaluate Powerfully

11:40 Creating Awareness - Facing the Situation

13:07 Gathering (Neutral) Data

18:51 Choosing Your New Story

23:24 From Indecisive to Decisive and Discerning

38:13 Recap: Three Steps to Powerfully Evaluate Anything in Your Life

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You don't have to wait until the New Year to have a fresh start - you can create clean slate energy at any moment.

In this episode of the Highly Sensitive Club, Stephanie Linn (CPC, ACC, HSP) discusses the concept of 'clean slate energy' and how it can help Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) overcome feelings of being stuck. She emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, forgiveness, and the ability to create fresh starts at any moment, regardless of past experiences. The conversation explores how high expectations can lead to self-judgment and how reframing past actions as learning experiences can foster personal growth. Stephanie encourages listeners to embrace non-linear transformation and take actionable steps towards their goals while maintaining a positive mindset.

00:00 Clean Slate Energy Anytime, Anywhere

02:46 When You Need a Clean Slate the Most

03:22 Understanding High Expectations and Their Impact

07:52 Using Your Past against Yourself with Black/White Thinking

11:26 What Clean Slate Energy Looks Like

14:45 Change and Transformation aren't a Straight Line

17:12 Thoughts and Beliefs that Keep You Stuck

20:06 The Past is Neutral, Neither Good nor Bad

23:35 How to Create a Clean Slate Right Now

27:17 Clean Slate Energy Builds Momentum

32:32 How Clean Slate Energy Fits into Overall Growth

33:40 Clean Slate Energy Recap and Next Episode Preview

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5 ways to self-regulate your highly sensitive nervous system that are easy, free, and accessible.

In this conversation, Stephanie Linn (CPC, ACC, HSP) discusses the importance of self-regulation for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) in a world filled with overstimulation and stress. She shares practical techniques for emotional wellness, including spending time in nature, moving the body, using music for emotional regulation, and finding balance between productivity and rest. The conversation emphasizes the need for HSPs to understand their unique emotional experiences and develop strategies to manage them effectively.

00:00 Understanding Self-Regulation in a Stressful World

02:31 Self-Regulation and Breaking the Burnout-Productivity Cycle

10:51 Building a Self-Regulation Practice Over Time

14:01 Signs of Dysregulation and Its Effects

16:36 5 Easy, Free Ways to Self-Regulate

24:57 Recap: Dysregulation and the 5 Easy Ways to Self-Regulate

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