Best Feelers Podcasts (2024)

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DBT Skills: Wise Mind 25:29

40m ago25:29

25:29

In this episode, Laurie and her guests Dave, Shanthi and Megan discuss the concept of wise mind in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). They share personal experiences and insights on how wise mind combines emotional and rational thinking, and how it can help individuals make better decisions. The guests also talk about the importance of acknowledgi…

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Cultural Norms that Impact our Symptomology (feat. Bora) 1:08:10

1d ago1:08:10

1:08:10

Bora is a 31 year old engineer and a mother of two who immigrated from Albania to the USA as a child. She shares about the impacts of a variety of cultural norms (like that of her home country, xenophobia in the US, her profession, academia, and childcare services) that have had a profound impact on her mental wellness. Stay tuned for a second epis…

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DBT Skills: Mindfulness 33:36

12d ago33:36

33:36

In this episode, Laurie and her guests Shanthi, Dave and Megan discuss the book DBT for Life and the concept of mindfulness in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). They highlight the accessibility of DBT skills for everyone, not just those with borderline personality disorder (BPD). The guests share their personal experiences with DBT and how it has…

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DBT Skills for Life (feat. Diana) 1:11:39

14d ago1:11:39

1:11:39

Diana Partington (@sufferingoptional), author of DBT for Life, discusses her personal journey with dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and the importance of accessible DBT skills. She highlights that DBT is not just for individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD), but for anyone who experiences intense emotions and really just all people.…

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Rock Bottom and The Climb Back Up (feat. Antonia) 41:39

20d ago41:39

41:39

Antonia shares her journey of being diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and her experiences with addiction, mental health, and relationships. She discusses her rock bottom moments and the challenges she faced in seeking help. Antonia emphasizes the importance of finding the right counselor and medication combination that works for …

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Introducing The Super Feeler Podcast (feat. Dean) 44:53

21d ago44:53

44:53

Welcome to the Super Feeler podcast! In this first episode Laurie and her dad, Dean, we're here to introduce the concept of Super Feelers and share a bit about Laurie's life story with a variety of mental health issues including borderline personality disorder, anxiety, panic disorder, and some possible undiagnosed conditions like OCD and a couple …

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256 Taking a Podcast Break: Self-Acceptance & Self-Worth 21:54

1M ago21:54

21:54

Taking a Podcast Break: Self-Acceptance & Self-Worth Patricia announces that she will be taking a break from the podcast. She discusses the challenges of OCD and attachment injuries in relationships and shares tools that have been helpful for her, such as identifying wants, needs, desires, and expectations. She also talks about the importance of ru…

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255 Attachment Injuries and OCD: The Healing Continues 30:00

1M ago30:00

30:00

Attachment Injuries and OCD: The Healing Continues Summary Patricia discusses her experience with OCD and attachment injuries while Jen, is on vacation. She explores her fears and insecurities about asking for support and needing connection. Patricia reflects on the importance of consistent communication and creating containers to improve nervous s…

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254 Annoyance & Acceptance: Managing Emotions in Friendships 46:56

2M ago46:56

46:56

Annoyance & Acceptance: Managing Emotions in Friendships Jen and Patricia discuss the importance of naming and accepting emotions, including annoyance, as well as the challenges of communication and managing expectations in their friendship. They share personal experiences and strategies for navigating difficult feelings, emphasizing the value of p…

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253 The Importance of Self-Regulation, Self-Compassion and Connection 28:50

2M ago28:50

28:50

The Importance of Self-Regulation, Self-Compassion and Connection Patricia discusses her feelings of annoyance and disappointment when her scheduled recording with Jen is cancelled. The conversation highlights the complexities of managing emotions and maintaining healthy boundaries in relationships. She also discusses her experience of transitionin…

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252 Navigating Reconnection after Rupture: Messiness is a Healthy Part of Relationships 54:03

2M ago54:03

54:03

Navigating Reconnection after Rupture: Messiness Is a Healthy Part of Relationships Patricia and Jen discuss the challenges of reconnecting after a rupture in their relationship. They explore the fear of not being able to get back to normal and the desire for rupture and repair in significant relationships. They also discuss the importance of authe…

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251 Taking Up Space and Expressing Your Feelings is Important for Healing Attachment Injuries 35:47

2M ago35:47

35:47

Taking up Space and Expressing Your Feelings is Important for Healing Attachment Injuries Patricia shares her experiences of her recent trip to Chicago. She discusses the challenges she faced in navigating changes in plans and the emotions that arose during her son's graduation from boot camp. Patricia also explores the importance of creating a sec…

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250 Anger & Attachment: Navigating Different Neurotypes Within a Relationship 55:57

3M ago55:57

55:57

Anger and Attachment: Navigating Different Neurotypes Within a Relationship Patricia and Jen explore the dynamics of attachment injuries, ADHD, and autism within their friendship. They explore the challenges of communication, time orientation, and emotional regulation. They touch on the concept of platonic life partnership and the challenges naviga…

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249 PDA & Empowering Autonomy: Navigating Uncertainty and Travel Preparation 26:41

3M ago26:41

26:41

PDA & Empowering Autonomy: Navigating Uncertainty and Travel Preparation Patricia discusses her experiences with attachment injuries, being activated, anxiety, and preparing for travel. She shares insights into managing her emotions and navigating relationships through the lens of autism with a PDA profile. Patricia asserts her need for autonomy, f…

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248 Friendship Paradigms: Monogamy and Polyamory and Platonic Partnerships 26:15

3M ago26:15

26:15

Friendships Paradigms: Monogamy and Polyamory and Platonic Partnerships Patricia discusses the concept of monogamy and polyamory in friendships and platonic partnerships. She explores how the traditional view of monogamy has a hierarchy when one person enters a romantic relationship. Neurodivergent folks often have closer friendships that are more …

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247 Attachment: Self-Compassion, Recognizing & Healing Unblended Parts 42:53

3M ago42:53

42:53

Attachment: Self-Compassion, Recognizing & Healing Unblended Parts Patricia and Jen discuss their personal experiences with attachment injuries and how it affects their relationship. They explore the challenges of communication and the impact of past traumas. Patricia shares insights from her recovery journey, drawing parallels between her eating d…

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246 Healing Attachment Wounds: Navigating Tough Conversations with Love 40:05

4M ago40:05

40:05

Healing Attachment Wounds: Navigating Tough Conversations with Love Patricia discusses her ongoing work on attachment wounds and her recent conversation with her mother about her childhood. She emphasizes the privilege of being able to have these conversations and acknowledges that not everyone has that opportunity. Patricia also explores expectati…

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Hold Up! It's Not About Absorbing Energy—Here's the Real Story 30:20

4M ago30:20

30:20

Send us a text Have you ever wondered if being an empath means you're doomed to absorb others' emotions like a sponge? In the season two finale of the Realized Empath Podcast, we challenge that notion. We redefine empathic sensitivity as a unique ability to keenly observe and interpret emotional cues, allowing you to see this trait as a strength ra…

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245 Expansion and Contraction: Honoring Your Rhythms 38:29

4M ago38:29

38:29

Expansion and Contraction: Honoring Your Rhythms In this conversation, Patricia and Jen discuss their personal experiences with stress, burnout, and the challenges of navigating relationships. They explore the importance of self-compassion, the need for rest and downtime, and the impact of attachment wounds on their interactions. They also touch on…

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244 Managing Expectations: Showing Up For Yourself During Hard Times 43:57

4M ago43:57

43:57

Managing Expectations: Showing Up for Yourself During Hard Times Jen and Patricia discuss attachment wounds in their friendship. They explore the importance of self-awareness, setting boundaries, and managing expectations. They highlight the need for compassion & understanding when dealing with attachment issues & emphasize the ongoing work of heal…

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243 Attachment Wounds: OCD, Projection, Managing Dysregulation 38:15

4M ago38:15

38:15

Attachment Wounds: OCD, Projection, Managing Dysregulation Patricia candidly discusses her experiences with attachment wounds, OCD tendencies, projection and trauma responses with Jen, and how this is showing up in their relationship. Patricia shares what her OCD thoughts tend to look like. Through introspection and vulnerability, Patricia reflects…

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Episode 144: The Dos and Don'ts of Leadership 37:02

4M ago37:02

37:02

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Navigating the Waves of Midlife as a Sensitive Woman 11:19

5M ago11:19

11:19

Send us a text As the seasons of our lives shift into the midlife chapter, the landscape can become uncharted and daunting, particularly for the highly sensitive among us. I'm Kristen Schwartz, and I've been there - feeling every nuanced change with a depth that can be both a gift and a challenge. In our latest episode, we unpack the layers of midl…

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242 Attachment Wounds: A Follow Up Conversation 51:41

5M ago51:41

51:41

Attachment Wounds: A Follow Up Conversation Jen and Patricia reflect on their recent challenge (see episode 241), and they discuss the importance of taking responsibility for their own needs and emotions. They explore the impact of attachment wounds and the challenges of navigating relationships. They talk about what trauma and reenactment looks li…

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Loving Empaths: Building Trust and Honoring Solitude 14:55

5M ago14:55

14:55

Send us a text Have you ever sensed a tension in the room that no one else seems to acknowledge? On the Realized Empath Podcast, I, Kristen Schwartz, take you on a journey to understand the world of empaths and how to cherish the deep connections they foster. We peel back the layers of empathic relationships, focusing on the importance of transpare…

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241 Attachment Wounds: When You Can't Work it out in the Moment 28:58

5M ago28:58

28:58

Attachment Wounds: When You Can’t Work It Out In The Moment Patricia reflects on her attachment wounds & something that happened with Jen. She emphasizes that the issue was not a rupture in her relationship, but rather her own trauma and wounding. She reassures listeners that they are doing fine & have navigated the situation with honesty & grace. …

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240 Navigating Grief, Uncertainty & Travel Through the Lens of Attachment 45:07

5M ago45:07

45:07

Navigating Grief, Uncertainty & Travel Through the Lens of Attachment Patricia and Jen discuss navigating uncertainty and overwhelm, managing change and unexpected situations, balancing personal needs, the power of communication and validation, finding meaning and value in relationships, coping with anxiety and catastrophic thinking, choosing to as…

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10 Things Empaths Say About Themselves. 9:29

5M ago9:29

9:29

Send us a text Ever feel like the weight of the world's emotions rests on your shoulders? You're not alone. On the Realized Empath Podcast, I, Kristen Schwartz, peel back the layers of the empath experience, shedding light on the mixed blessing of our sensitivity and the self-perceptions that can either hinder or harness our potential. This chat is…

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239 Being “Too Much” is a Narrative that needs to be Re-examined 23:26

5M ago23:26

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Being “Too Much” is a Narrative that needs to be Re-examined Summary Patricia discusses the wound of too much and how it can impact relationships. Too much is about BOTH people and the capacity of the other person. This is a narrative that needs to be reexamined, and the context of both people needs to be addressed. She explores the intersection of…

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238 Learning to Trust Yourself and Finding Peace in Your Own Rhythm 28:43

6M ago28:43

28:43

Learning to Trust Yourself and Finding Peace in Your Own Rhythm Patricia discusses her experience when her husband is away. She shares her journey of managing attachment wounds, and the challenges of household responsibilities. Patricia also explores the impact of autistic burnout and ADHD on her ability to stay on top of things. She emphasizes the…

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Episode 143: The Power of the Sticky Note 41:55

6M ago41:55

41:55

On this episode, Dean is joined by, Mekenzie Craig, who is the Director of Operations / Marketing Director for LHLN. They discuss the importance of appreciation in the workplace and why it matters. They also discuss a few generational differences in how things are viewed and/or perceived. © 2024 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).…

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Empath Woes & Wins: Navigating Top 10 Complaints 20:48

6M ago20:48

20:48

Send us a text Have you ever felt like the world's weight was a bit too much for your shoulders? Discover how to turn the heightened senses of an empath into a superpower as we flip the script on overstimulation, emotional fatigue, and the challenge of saying no. Embark on a journey with me as I unveil how to craft a life that celebrates your sensi…

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237 Unmasking & Authentic Communication: Navigating Differences in Relationships 43:43

6M ago43:43

43:43

Unmasking & Authentic Communication: Navigating Differences in Relationships Patricia and Jen discuss the challenges of unmasking and being authentic in relationships including the role of PDA (Pervasive Drive for Autonomy). They explore the narratives we have about ourselves and how they can impact our interactions with others. They also delve int…

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Breaking Free from the Empath Stereotype 14:26

6M ago14:26

14:26

Send us a text Ever felt like you're walking on empath eggshells, trying to live up to the impossible standards society has painted for you? I'm Kristen Schwartz, and this episode smashes through the myths that box empaths into a one-dimensional frame. We're talking real talk about the complexities of being an empath—the pressure to be a perpetual …

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236 Exploring Neurodivergence in Relationships: Understanding Unique Perspectives 37:36

6M ago37:36

37:36

Exploring Neurodivergence in Relationships: Understanding Unique Perspectives In this conversation, Patricia and Jen discuss their struggles with linear content and their values of focusing on relational topics. They explore the challenges of staying true to their authentic selves while creating content. The conversation also delves into the dynami…

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High Functioning Anxiety in Sensitive Souls 18:25

6M ago18:25

18:25

Send us a text Emerging from a brief respite with a renewed spirit, I, Kristen Schwartz, invite you back into our shared journey of empathy and self-discovery. Have you ever wrestled with the unnerving whispers of worry that seem to know your name too well? Our latest heart-to-heart delves into the silent struggle of high-functioning anxiety throug…

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235 Red & Green Flags in Relationships 22:11

6M ago22:11

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Red & Green Flags in Relationships Patricia discusses red flags and ideal qualities in relationships. She emphasizes the importance of honoring rhythms and self-care, as well as effective communication and conflict resolution. Patricia also addresses gaslighting, setting boundaries, and the significance of trust, honesty, and similar values in a re…

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234 Navigating Miscommunication and Misunderstanding 38:57

7M ago38:57

38:57

Navigating Miscommunication and Misunderstanding Jen helps me process through a communication blip I had with my son. My husband & I have very different styles when talking to our boys, & I felt inadequate, and I sometimes struggle to attune. We talk about context when communicating, projection, who is a safe person to get angry at, & I talk about …

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233 Neurodivergence and Friendship: The Struggle is Real 36:22

7M ago36:22

36:22

Neurodivergence and Friendship: The Struggle is Real I talk about the challenges and complexities of friendships for neurodivergent folks, and the changing nature of friendships, the importance of reciprocity and communication. I discuss navigating difficult conversations, recognizing and addressing needs, and setting boundaries. I talk about the t…

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232 The Importance of Rest & Learning to Receive & Ask for Help 37:12

7M ago37:12

37:12

The Importance of Rest & Learning to Receive & Ask for Help Patricia and Jen discuss their health updates and the challenges they have faced. They also delve into the pressure to be productive and the fear of not functioning. The conversation shifts to vulnerability and insecurity in relationships, as well as the process of learning to receive and …

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Top 10 Somatic Exercises for Empaths 21:34

7M ago21:34

21:34

Send us a text Discover the profound benefits of somatic therapy exercises specifically tailored for empaths on a transformative journey to wellness. As we explore the connection between mind and body, I reveal how dynamic stretching, progressive muscle relaxation, and the art of dance therapy can improve flexibility and serve as essential tools fo…

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231 Autism Identification Should Come with a Warning Label (Including Autistic Burnout) 29:25

7M ago29:25

29:25

Autism Identification Should Come with a Warning Label (Including Autistic Burnout) There are things that happen to most autistic people once they identify as autistic, and there should be a warning label! If you’re late diagnosed, and high masking, there’s a good chance you are, or will be in autistic burnout. There’s also skill regression, and no…

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Nurturing a Family of Feelers 22:09

7M ago22:09

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Send us a text Embarking on an empath's journey through the lens of parenthood can feel like navigating a labyrinth of heightened emotions, but it's a path I've walked and am eager to share. After a transformational retreat with kindred spirits in Costa Rica, my heart and mind are brimming with insights on empathic parenting that I can't wait to im…

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230 Exploring Identity, and Turning Toward Yourself in Affirming Ways 37:16

7M ago37:16

37:16

Exploring Identity, and Turning Toward Yourself in Affirming Ways Jen and I touch on so much in this episode: challenges setting boundaries; structure vs. the need for novelty (ADHD vs. autism), attachment injuries and bids for connection; the challenges and gifts of hard conversations; what neuro-affirming therapy looks like; PDA and focusing on o…

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229 Real Talk on Health Challenges: Speaking FOR Your Parts vs. Speaking FROM Your Parts 48:29

8M ago48:29

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Real Talk on Health Challenges: Speaking FOR Your Parts vs. Speaking FROM Your Parts Jen and I talk about the difference between complaining, speaking honestly about what’s going on, and the other person’s capacity to sit with things that they may feel they need to fix or change. Many of you have been told that you complain too much or that you’re …

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228 Getting from Here to There When You’ve Lost Your Routine 27:21

8M ago27:21

27:21

Getting from Here to There When You’ve Lost Your Routine How do you get back in a groove after you’ve gotten out of it? We often assume we can jump back in, but sometimes it’s harder than that. I also talk about getting consent in relationships before giving feedback and advice. Attuning to the other person is the best gift you can give someone. Th…

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227 Attachment Injuries, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Self-Care 44:49

8M ago44:49

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Attachment Injuries, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Self-Care Jen and I discuss attachment wounds and using an Internal Family Systems (IFS) framework. We talk about the difference of speaking for our parts vs. speaking from our parts. We talk about overperformance, the pressure to show up and masking, and the importance of feeling seen and hear…

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An Empath Navigating Struggles with Energy Healing 26:16

8M ago26:16

26:16

Send us a text Embarking on a journey of self-discovery, I've navigated the tumultuous seas of heightened sensitivity, and in our latest episode, I'm revealing the compass that's guided me to calmer waters. If crowded rooms leave you feeling swamped by a deluge of energy, or if the world often seems too much to handle, this guide is your haven. We …

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226 The Power of Showing Up: Embracing Imperfection and Struggles with PDA and RSD 42:24

8M ago42:24

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The Power of Showing Up: Embracing Imperfection and Struggles with PDA and RSD Jen and I discuss our struggles with showing up and doing life even when it's hard. We model grace and vulnerability, reminding you that it's okay to not have it all together. The conversation touches on topics such as PDA, rejection-sensitive dysphoria RSD, and the pres…

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The Empath's Guide to Thriving in the New Year 18:55

9M ago18:55

18:55

Send us a text Have you ever walked into a room and felt the energy shift or carried the weight of a stranger's emotions with you throughout the day? As empaths and highly sensitive individuals, we connect profoundly with the world around us—bringing immense joy and significant challenges. On the latest Realized Empath Podcast, I'm Kristen Schwartz…

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