Know those embarrassing, painful memories that pop into your mind like a cringe-bomb while you're just going about your day?

As a sensitive or Highly Sensitive Person, your powerful imagination and deep feels can make those memories feel like you're right back in it, no matter how long it's been.

In this episode of Highly Sensitive Club, Highly Sensitive Person Coach Steph Linn (CPC, ACC) walks you through another option, the path where you turn your worst moments into powerful stories about who you are and where you're going.

00:00 Introduction to Rewriting Your Story

02:55 Understanding the Impact of Memories

05:44 Empowering Yourself Through Narrative

08:32 Lessons from Client Experiences

11:50 Potential and Personal Growth

14:41 The Power of Decision-Making

17:28 Transforming Painful Experiences

20:47 Conscious Decision-Making for the Future

23:28 Invitation to Workshop and Conclusion

To decide on your own story and narrative for 2025, come to my Write Your 2025 Story on Thursday, December 18, 2025 (or catch the replay) at stephanielinn.com/story.

You might not even realize you're doing this, Highly Sensitive Person, but I bet you have at least one instance in your life right now.

In this episode, Stephanie Linn (CPC, ACC) discusses the importance of reclaiming authority for highly sensitive people. She explores how they often give away their power in various relationships, whether in professional or personal contexts, and emphasizes the need for self-awareness and assertive communication. The conversation provides practical steps for recognizing and reclaiming one's authority, encouraging listeners to express their preferences and boundaries confidently. Ultimately, the episode aims to empower highly sensitive individuals to embrace their value and influence in their lives.

00:00 Introduction to Authority and Sensitivity

02:50 Understanding Authority Dynamics

06:08 The Impact of Authority on Highly Sensitive People

09:02 Recognizing and Reclaiming Your Authority

11:42 Communicating Preferences and Boundaries

15:03 Building Confidence in Authority

17:53 The Process of Reclaiming Authority

20:56 Practical Steps to Assert Authority

23:43 The Emotional Journey of Reclaiming Authority

26:35 The Ripple Effect of Authority in Relationships

29:20 Conclusion and Encouragement

Want to grab the "How to Feel Your Feels" free workshop or book a consultation call? Visit stephanielinn.com for those and more free resources.

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Summary

In this episode, Stephanie Linn shares her personal reflections and insights following her 35th birthday. She discusses the themes of simplification, emotional regulation, and the importance of deepening relationships. Stephanie emphasizes the significance of viewing time and money from a new perspective, focusing on abundance, and letting go of unnecessary commitments. She also highlights the importance of emotional regulation and how it contributes to personal growth. The conversation culminates in a reflection on the journey of growth and the importance of patience and perspective in achieving future goals.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Highly Sensitive Club

00:52 Reflections on Turning 35

03:16 Embracing Simplification and Essentialism

06:35 Time and Money: A Personal Journey

09:46 Building Relationships: Depth Over Breadth

14:19 Health and Habits: Foundations for Success

18:57 Business Focus: Quality Over Quantity

22:09 Finding Balance: Fun and Productivity

25:42 Spiritual Growth and Abundance Mindset

26:10 The Power of Decluttering and Intuition

30:25 Simplifying Life and Letting Go

34:43 Emotional Regulation and Deep Feelings

39:50 Reflections on Growth and Patience

48:15 Empowering Highly Sensitive People

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Itching for travel and unsure where to start?

In this week's episode of Highly Sensitive Club, Stephanie Linn (CPC, ACC) interviews Ken Krell, founder of PrideNomad.com. Ken shares his journey as a digital nomad, discussing the challenges and joys of traveling the world while building a community for LGBTQ travelers. He emphasizes the importance of resilience, cultural acceptance, and the kindness of strangers, offering practical tips for novice travelers and encouraging listeners to embrace the adventure of travel without overthinking it. Whether you're LGBTQ+ or not, Ken's stories of connection and practical resources will help you safely navigate the world as a highly sensitive traveler.

00:00 Introduction to Ken Krell and Pride Nomad

02:41 Turning Travel Dreams into Practical Reality

07:39 Starting Pride Nomad

09:49 Finding Comfort to Travel and Explore

15:15 Building Resilience through the Unexpected

18:36 Finding Kindness Everywhere

24:06 Surprising Human Connections

29:41 Getting Started: Tips for Novice Travelers

36:05 PrideNomad, Your First Step to Travel

38:24 Listen to Your Call to Travel

Want to more of Ken in your life? Visit pridenomad.com to get his weekly travel advice delivered straight to your inbox, subscribe to his YouTube channel youtube.com/@pridenomad, or sign-up for The Daily Hug daily-hug.beehiiv.com, Ken's way of wrapping you in love and belonging every morning.

Need more Steph and high sensitivity in your life? Visit stephanielinn.com to learn more, follow Highly Sensitive Club on YouTube youtube.com/@StephanieLinnCoaching and like, review, and subscribe to Highly Sensitive Club to get the newest episodes every other week.

Want to (re)connect with the kids in your life instead of getting caught in the spiral of disconnection and discontent?

Whether *you* have a neurospicy brain, the kids in your life do, or a combination of both, this episode is for you.

This week, Steph Linn (CPC, ACC) talks with Chantal Massad (CPC) about how to "connect before you correct" your kids. From littles to opinionated teens, Chantal's empathetic, straightforward approach will help you bridge the gap with the young ones in your life and break the cycles of emotional repression and broken communication many of us inherent from previous generations. There's hope to make your HSP and / or ADHD work for you AND for the neurospicy kids in your life too.

00:00 Introducing Chantal Massad, CPC

02:52 Room to Improve Approaching ADHD

04:11 Learning Skills to Break Old Cycles

07:52 The Overlap of High Sensitivity and ADHD

12:17 Changing Your Environment to Fit You

16:37 Connecting to Your Inner Wisdom (Even When Others Judge)

20:22 Creating Your Own Ways to (Re)Connect

23:00 Connect Before You Correct

25:31 Diffusing Anger Before It Escalates

26:42 From Control to Collaboration

29:42 Working with Chantal

32:49 Finding What Works for You

Want to connect with Chantal? You can find her on Instagraminstagram.com/chantalndwellbeing, Facebook facebook.com/ChantalNDwellness, and her website echoesoftomorrow.ca.

***Since recording this episode, Chantal has expanded to working with neurodivergent clients in addition to ADHD parents. You'll find resources for both on her socials and website.

Want to connect with Steph? Visit stephanielinn.com to take the Highly Sensitive Person quiz, get the "Closing Out Old Energy" workshop, or book a call.

If you're a high-achieving, high-functioning, Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), you're familiar with judgement cycles that keep you stuck in loops and drain your energy.

But what if one of your innate superpowers as an HSP is the secret to redirecting your thoughtfulness into growth and progress instead of shame and guilt?

In this episode of the Highly Sensitive Club, Steph Linn (CPC, ACC) explores the profound impact of judgments on Highly Sensitive People. She emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and empathy, encouraging listeners to conduct a judgment audit to identify and understand their judgments. By recognizing the negative effects of judgments, listeners can learn to let go of them and embrace a more compassionate approach to themselves and others, ultimately leading to personal growth and improved emotional well-being.

00:00 The Cost of Self-Judgement

03:36 Judgement When You're Doing the 'Right' Things

05:15 When Judgement is Useful

07:48 Do a Judgment Audit

12:08 Breaking the Habit of Judgement

13:58 Replacing Judgement with Empathy

Want to work with Steph? Visit stephanielinn.com to take the HSP quiz, get the "Closing Out Old Energy" class, or book a free consultation call.

Feeling constantly fatigued and trying to keep a thousand things going at once? It may be time to assess your commitments and decide if you still want to cover those metaphorical checks your past self wrote.

In this episode of the Highly Sensitive Club, Steph Linn (CPC, ACC) discusses the importance of recognizing and adapting to the fluctuating energy levels of Highly Sensitive People (HSPs). She emphasizes the need for self-care, the impact of life transitions on energy management, and the significance of reassessing commitments and priorities. The conversation encourages listeners to declutter both mental and physical spaces, balance rest with productivity, and shift mindsets to foster personal growth and resilience. Ultimately, the episode serves as a reminder that it's never too late to change one's mind and that embracing flexibility can lead to a more fulfilling life.

00:00 Slowing Down to Stay Consistent

04:27 Finding Flow in "Human Moments"

06:59 Changing the Podcast Schedule to Show Up Fully

12:28 Mental Decluttering

14:49 (Re)Connect with Your "Why"

18:34 Intentionally Updating Your Schedule

20:31 Rushing to Get a Result Slows You Down

23:30 The Result of Trying to Motivate Yourself with Negativity and Judgements

26:34 Finding the Compromise, "Both...and..."

To connect with Steph, visit stephanielinn.com to do the free Closing Out Old Energy workshop, take the high sensitivity quiz, or book a consultation call.

You're not a head who happens to have a body, Highly Sensitive Person! Your body (and heart!) are important parts of the equation to fully align your highly sensitive nervous system with a truly amazing life.

In this episode of the Highly Sensitive Club, host Steph Linn (CPC, ACC) interviews Steve Bennet (CPC, CPT), a certified coach and personal trainer who shares his journey of self-discovery as a highly sensitive person and someone with ADHD. Steve discusses the challenges he faced in his early sobriety, his struggles with body image, and how he transformed his life through fitness and nutrition. He emphasizes the importance of connection, community, and self-acceptance, and offers valuable insights for others on similar journeys. Steve's story is one of resilience, empowerment, and the belief that change is possible, one small step at a time.

00:00 Introduction to Steve Bennet, CPC, CPT

02:41 The Power of a Diagnosis and Knowing You're Not Alone

07:40 Training as a Way to Deal with Difficult Emotions

10:31 Overcoming Gym Anxiety One Step at a Time

13:38 Competing on The Blox Business Builder Show

16:11 A Vision of Your Future Self Helps You Take the First Step

17:05 Accountability Partners Help You Level Up

19:44 Shining Bigger and Brighter than Prejudice and Bias

25:00 Building Community by Taking Risks

27:00 Resilience and Confidence through the Body

32:45 The Simple Way to Start

34:21 Emotional Regulation through the Body

36:50 Connecting with Steve: Coaching and Resources

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Want to connect with Steph? Visit stephanielinn.com to get the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) quiz, watch the "Closing Out Old Energy" workshop, or book your consultation call.

Want to connect with Steve? Check out his website, www.gymbestfriend.com, email him at yourgymbestfriend@gmail.com, or check out his socials, Instagram @JustSteveSRQ and Facebook by searching Steve Bennet