The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast with Julie Bjelland

Mar 01 2025 212 ep. 37 mins 199
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Welcome to the Sensitive and Neurodivergent podcast (formerly The HSP Podcast) with Julie Bjelland, LMFT, a space for sensitive and neurodivergent individuals to explore emotional well-being, self-compassion, and empowerment. Join Julie and her guests as they discuss topics like managing sensitivity, overcoming shame, coping with a world not set up for us, and finding joy. The podcast offers insights and tools to help you navigate the world as your authentic self, build resilience, and connect with a supportive, global community. Perfect for those seeking validation, growth, and connection.

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When Life Feels Too Heavy: Discovering Those Tiny ‘Glimmers’ of Relief with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Mar 01 2025 36 mins  
I focus on the concept of “glimmers”—those fleeting, positive moments that provide hope when life feels overwhelming. As someone who identifies as highly sensitive and neurodivergent, I share personal stories of grief, self-reflection, and the practical ways I train my brain to notice and savor moments of joy or relief. You’ll learn how cultivating glimmers can help regulat

The Sensitive Autistic Phenotype: Insights for Individuals & Practitioners with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Jan 24 2025 44 mins  
This episode dives into the concept of the “sensitive autistic phenotype,” highlighting how many highly sensitive adults are discovering they are autistic later in life. The discussion emphasizes the need to view autism holistically, recognizing the intersection with gender, race, and other identities, and focuses on strength-based approaches and self-advocacy for better well-b

Sensory Sensitivity and Overload: Exploring Their Impact on Wellness with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Jan 08 2025 48 mins  
In today’s episode, we’re diving into the powerful topic of sensory sensitivity and sensory overload, exploring how these experiences shape our lives and impact our wellness. Episode Highlights: What is sensory sensitivity, and why do neurodivergent individuals experience it? The challenges of sensory overwhelm and its physical and emotional effects. Examples of sensory o

Discovering You're Autistic as an Adult: A Transformative Journey with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Jan 02 2025 35 mins  
In this episode, Julie Bjelland explores the life-changing experience of discovering you're autistic as an adult. She shares personal insights and stories from others who have embarked on this journey, highlighting the emotional and physical costs of masking, the unique traits of late-discovered autism, and the power of finally understanding yourself. Julie discusses common challen

Neurodiversity is as Essential as Biodiversity with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Dec 27 2024 26 mins  
In this episode, Julie Bjelland explores the powerful parallels between biodiversity in nature and neurodiversity in humanity. Discover how every unique mind contributes to the resilience, innovation, and balance of our world, much like every species plays a vital role in thriving ecosystems. Julie dives into: The lessons biodiversity teaches us about neurodiversity. How rigid

Burnout Recovery and Prevention: For the Sensitive and Autistic with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Dec 12 2024 35 mins  
Dive into the topic of burnout recovery and prevention, particularly for sensitive and autistic individuals. Burnout is a pervasive challenge for many neurodivergent people, and Julie provides practical tools, strategies, and insights to help listeners identify, manage, and prevent burnout. Topics Covered: Understanding Burnout: Emotional, physical, behavioral, and sensory signs

Why Are So Many Sensitive People Discovering They’re Autistic? With Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Dec 05 2024 29 mins  
In this episode of The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast, I explore why so many sensitive individuals, particularly women and those assigned female at birth (AFAB), are discovering their autism later in life. Together, we’ll tackle the misconception that autism is a “fad”—an idea that suggests people are falsely claiming to be autistic as part of a trend. I’ll explain

10 Strategies for Managing Overwhelming Feelings of Injustice with Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Nov 26 2024 20 mins  
Description:In this episode of The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast, Julie Bjelland explores how injustice can deeply affect sensitive and neurodivergent individuals. With heightened empathy and a strong sense of fairness, many of us feel overwhelmed by the injustices we witness in the world. Julie shares 10 actionable strategies to help you manage these emotions, find empowerm

Finding Calm: A Grounding Meditation for the Sensitive & Neurodivergent During Uncertain Times

Nov 15 2024 13 mins  
Life can feel overwhelming and distressing in uncertain times, especially for sensitive and neurodivergent people. That’s why it’s even more important to turn inward, ground ourselves, and find a sense of stability within. By nurturing our inner world, we can create a safe, steady space amidst the external chaos, allowing us to respond with greater calm and resilience. Welcome,

How to Stay Emotionally and Psychologically Safe in the Midst of Distressing Media with Dr Melanie Joy

Nov 09 2024 49 mins  
We are all too often bombarded by disturbing and distressing media and this can be extremely overwhelming for sensitive people. We can find it extremely challenging to manage the intensity of emotions that are often felt from over-witnessing suffering and violence in our media. As a result, we can spend a great deal of energy intentionally avoiding being exposed. Some things are, h