As a highly sensitive person, have you ever felt torn between the need for structure and the desire for freedom? Structure can make you feel safe with the predictability it offers ... except when your energy or interest doesn't match your schedule! This internal conflict can often leave us Highly Sensitive types feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to proceed. In this episode of SelfKind, a podcast for Highly Sensitive People, I'm exploring this tension and why it can show up.

You will hear:
- Why, as a Highly Sensitive Person you might equally love and feel repelled by structure and discipline
- Why your fluctuating energy levels don't always align with your schedule (and how that can bring challenges)
- The impact of emotional overwhelm when you feel like you're failing at achieving all the things you need to do
- How people pleasing shows up in trying to navigate your time and schedule
- Why it's so important to 'adjust your sails' rather than find the 'perfect' way to schedule your time.

About your host, Erica Webb
Erica Webb is a registered counsellor, somatic exercise coach, yoga teacher and highly sensitive person (also diagnosed AuDHD). She supports other highly sensitive and neurodivergent people to discover their sensitivity superpowers and more confidently navigate the tricky bits of being a sensitive person in an often insensitive world.

About the Podcast, SelfKind
SelfKind is for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) who want to navigate the tricky bits of their sensitivity with more ease while finding their sensitivity superpowers. Here, we’re all about being, living and moving through a lens of self-compassion and kindness.

📬 Connect with Erica:
🌐 https://www.ericawebb.com.au
📸 https://www.instagram.com/ericawebb_selfkind
🤝 Want to work with me? Learn more here:
https://www.ericawebb.com.au/work-with-me

The content I share on this platform is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While I am a qualified counsellor, yoga teacher, and somatic coach, the information provided here does not constitute personal counselling, therapy, or a therapeutic relationship.

If you're struggling with your mental health or need personalised support, I encourage you to reach out to a registered professional in your area.

Always take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and prioritise your wellbeing.

You're a Highly Sensitive Person and, lately, you're hearing more about autism and ADHD. You're wondering ... is that me? I'm I actually autistic and/or ADHD as well as highly sensitive?

In this episode of the SelfKind podcast, I (your host Erica Webb) speak with clinical psychologist Brianna about what it actually feels like to be an AuDHDer - that is, someone who is both Autistic and ADHD. It's not a matter of 1+1=2 ... so what is it?

Together, we explore the nuances of being neurodivergent, the challenges of societal expectations, and the importance of self-compassion. Brianna shares insights from her work with children and adults and has some really neuro-affirming strategies for navigating demanding expectations (including your own!).

Our conversation also touches on the impact of diagnosis, the validity of self-identification, and the importance of embracing yourself and your quirky stims!

Mentioned in this episode:
Bri's All About AuDHD e-book: https://thepsychhive.com/shop/p/all-about-audhd

About my guest, Brianna Thomas:
Bri is a Psychologist, PhD candidate, AuDHDer, amongst many other wonderful roles. Bri works with people across the lifespan and has developed a special love for working with people who live life with “big feelings”. Bri uses a variety of therapeutic modalities to help clients learn to accept, love and regulate their emotions. Bri is passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community of all ages, particularly enjoy working with women and gender diverse folk, and I am a Neurodiversity Affirming practitioner, who is also Neurodivergent. You can learn more about Bri at https://www.briannathomaspsychology.com/ and https://thepsychhive.com/

Find Bri on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/brianna_thomas_psych/

🌼 And remember to check out Bri's podcast - AuDHD IRL! The theme song *will* get stuck in your head!

About your host, Erica Webb
Erica Webb is a registered counsellor, somatic exercise coach, yoga teacher and highly sensitive person (also diagnosed AuDHD). She supports other highly sensitive and neurodivergent people to discover their sensitivity superpowers and more confidently navigate the tricky bits of being a sensitive person in an often insensitive world.

About the Podcast, SelfKind
SelfKind is for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) who want to navigate the tricky bits of their sensitivity with more ease while finding their sensitivity superpowers. Here, we’re all about being, living and moving through a lens of self-compassion and kindness.

📬 Connect with Erica:
🌐 https://www.ericawebb.com.au
📸 https://www.instagram.com/ericawebb_selfkind
🤝 Want to work with me? Learn more here:
https://www.ericawebb.com.au/work-with-me

The content I share on this platform is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While I am a qualified counsellor, yoga teacher, and somatic coach, the information provided here does not constitute personal counselling, therapy, or a therapeutic relationship.

If you're struggling with your mental health or need personalised support, I encourage you to reach out to a registered professional in your area.

Always take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and prioritise your wellbeing.

If you're a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), your brain and nervous system is working hard to process a LOT of information. And with that information, it's making decisions: how much evidence is there that we're safe? How much evidence is there that we're under threat? One really kind thing you can do for yourself is introduce - intentionally - more signs of safety; little comforts and reminders that ground you.

In this episode of SelfKind - a podcast for highly sensitive people- let's explore this idea in simple ways, by looking at personal signs of safety through objects and clothing that bring joy and comfort.

Mentioned in this episode:

🌿 The Thriving as a Highly Sensitive Practitioner Workshop! 🌿
https://highsensitivity.com.au/thriving-as-a-highly-sensitive-practitioner/

Tuesday 3rd March 2026

This workshop is designed specifically for highly sensitive counsellors and practitioners who want to thrive in the industry without burning out, shrinking themselves, or trying to become someone they’re not.

We’ll focus on equipping highly sensitive practitioners to be their best, most authentic selves, while learning how to truly care for the carer. You’ll build confidence to shape a career that actually suits you: your nervous system, your values, and your strengths.

https://highsensitivity.com.au/thriving-as-a-highly-sensitive-practitioner/

About your host, Erica Webb
Erica Webb is a registered counsellor, somatic exercise coach, yoga teacher and highly sensitive person (also diagnosed AuDHD). She supports other highly sensitive and neurodivergent people to discover their sensitivity superpowers and more confidently navigate the tricky bits of being a sensitive person in an often insensitive world.

About the Podcast, SelfKind
SelfKind is for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) who want to navigate the tricky bits of their sensitivity with more ease while finding their sensitivity superpowers. Here, we’re all about being, living and moving through a lens of self-compassion and kindness.

📬 Connect with Erica:
🌐 https://www.ericawebb.com.au
📸 https://www.instagram.com/ericawebb_selfkind
🤝 Want to work with me? Learn more here:
https://www.ericawebb.com.au/work-with-me

The content I share on this platform is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While I am a qualified counsellor, yoga teacher, and somatic coach, the information provided here does not constitute personal counselling, therapy, or a therapeutic relationship.

If you're struggling with your mental health or need personalised support, I encourage you to reach out to a registered professional in your area.

Always take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and prioritise your wellbeing.