The Sensitive Professionals Podcast

Teresa Beehan
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Flipping the script on sensitivity, because it’s your edge, not your setback. If you’ve ever been told you’re “too sensitive,” struggled to find your place in high-pressure work environments, or felt like you had to toughen up just to get by – this podcast is for you. Hosted by me, Teresa Beehan, ex-corporate insider turned Career Coach, Founder of Practical Feeling, and proud Sensitive Professional. This show is a space where sensitivity is celebrated in all its nuance: the messy, the magical, and everything in between. Each episode, I chat with incredible guests to explore what it really looks like to thrive as a sensitive person at work (and in life) – through honest conversations, real experiences, expert insights, and practical tools that meet you where you are. We go deep, but we stay grounded. And we never forget the power of humour and heart. Whether you’re deeply empathetic, highly attuned to detail, or simply someone who experiences the world more intensely – this podcast will help you embrace that as your edge, not your obstacle. Credits: Podcast design by Nastasia Spyrou Kaçar Podcast theme tune by Melissa Carter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Highly Sensitive + Sensation Seeking with Dr Tracy Cooper

    3D AGO

    Highly Sensitive + Sensation Seeking with Dr Tracy Cooper

    What if the part of you that craves depth and quiet is also the part that longs for novelty, movement, and new experiences?   In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Tracy Cooper, a leading researcher in high sensitivity and high sensation seeking, to explore what happens when these two traits live in the same nervous system.   Tracy brings both academic rigour and lived experience to this conversation. As a highly sensitive, high sensation seeking person himself, he shares what the research tells us, alongside what it actually feels like to live with this inner push and pull in real life and work.   What we talk about in this episode:   What high sensation seeking actually is, and how it differs from impulsivity or risk takingWhy many highly sensitive people feel a constant tension between needing stimulation and needing restHow research shows these traits are independent, yet powerful when understood togetherThe strengths of being both highly sensitive and high sensation seeking, especially in creative and professional rolesPractical ways to work with this combination without burning out or dulling yourself down  More about Tracy:   Website: https://drtracycooper.orgLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-cooper-ph-d-85b9a72Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tracycooperPhDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracycooperphdSensitive Men Rising: https://sensitivemenrising.org

    47 min
  2. A More Human Way to Lead with Lise Lønsmann

    FEB 2

    A More Human Way to Lead with Lise Lønsmann

    What if the way you’ve learned to lead is actually pulling you further from who you really are? In this episode, I’m joined by Lise Lønsmann – a trauma-informed somatic practitioner and embodied leadership mentor – for a conversation about what it means to lead without abandoning yourself.   We explore how conventional leadership often rewards speed, control and performance, and why slowing down can feel countercultural but deeply necessary. Lise shares how embodiment helps us reconnect with our inner resource, why resourcing is about meaning not productivity, and how we can begin to meet discomfort without getting lost in it.   Whether you see yourself as a leader or not, this one is for anyone curious about a more human way to work and live.   What we talk about in this episode:   What it really means to lead from the body (and why it matters)The power of slowing down, especially in fast-paced environmentsHow nervous system awareness changes the way we lead and relateWhy "bringing your whole self to work" is both radical and deeply humanThe importance of tending to your needs (not just overriding them)  More about Lise:   Find Lise’s work here:   Website: https://www.liseloensmann.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liseloensmannInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/liseloensmannhealing

    50 min
  3. Living Between Stillness and Seeking with Ana Pashyanti

    JAN 26

    Living Between Stillness and Seeking with Ana Pashyanti

    Can you be someone who craves calm and stillness – and also yearns for adventure, newness, and the occasional leap into the unknown? In this episode, I’m joined by Ana Pashyanti – international speaker, mystic, and self-confessed explorer of the inner and outer realms – to unpack what it means to be both a highly sensitive person and a high sensation seeker.   We explore how these two traits can coexist, why they sometimes pull us in different directions, and how Ana has learned to work with both in a way that feels expansive rather than exhausting.   What we talk about in this episode:   The unlikely pairing of sensitivity and sensation seekingLearning to trust your body’s yes – and noHow exploration (inner and outer) became Ana’s compassPractical ways to recharge, clear your energy and staygroundedBuilding a life that honours both your craving for stillnessand your hunger for more  More about Ana:You can find Ana’s work and free resources at:   Website: https://www.anapashyanti.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ana-pashyantiSubstack: https://anapashyanti.substack.comInsight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/anapashyantiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AnaPashyanti/videos

    54 min
  4. Rediscovering Identity After Motherhood with Jade Koroma

    JAN 19

    Rediscovering Identity After Motherhood with Jade Koroma

    What happens when who you are gets eclipsed by who you’reexpected to be?   In this episode, I speak with Jade Koroma – founder of Essential Woman – about the emotional shifts that come with motherhood, and the often-unseen work of remembering yourself beyond the role.   Jade shares her journey from shy overthinker to communitybuilder, and how she came to see confidence not as something you have, but something you practise.   We talk about why identity loss can feel so disorienting, what it means to create space for yourself again, and how small acts of self-prioritisation can start to restore your sense of self – especially when you’re someone who feels deeply. What we talk about in this episode:   Identity loss and rediscovery in early motherhoodWhy you don’t have to disappear to be a good mumGuilt, overwhelm and the emotional weight of trying to do it allWhat it means to create space for yourself on the list againBuilding connection and community when you feel most alone  More about Jade: Website: https://www.mumessentials.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theessentialwomanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jade-koromaJade hosts beautifully curated in-person events for mumsacross the East Midlands – you can find all the latest info and upcoming dateson her website.

    44 min
  5. The Power of High Sensory Intelligence with Willow McIntosh

    JAN 12

    The Power of High Sensory Intelligence with Willow McIntosh

    What if the very thing that makes life feel overwhelming...is also the thing that makes you a natural guide, leader or healer? In this episode, I chat with Willow McIntosh – founder ofIlluminance and creator of the High Sensory Method – to explore the shift frommanaging sensitivity to truly owning it. We talk about what it means to see your sensitivity as aform of intelligence and the confidence that can emerge when you stop hidingwho you are, and start aligning with what really matters to you.   What we talk about in this episode: Why ‘sensitive’ might be the wrong word and what Willowsuggests insteadHow to start recognising your unique high sensory intelligenceThe shift from self-rejection to quiet confidencePractical ways to take ownership of your gifts – even whenit feels scaryWhy sensitive people are needed more than ever in leadership, business andbeyond  More about Willow:   Website: https://inluminance.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willowmcintosh For HSPs thinking about becoming a coach, facilitator orhealer – check-out Willow’s free masterclass – this session helps you uncover the unique way you’re wired to support transformation and shape the work you’re here to do.

    48 min
  6. Childhood Experiences That Shape Our Sensitivity with Kerstin Seehawer

    JAN 5

    Childhood Experiences That Shape Our Sensitivity with Kerstin Seehawer

    What happens when a deeply sensitive child grows up in aworld that doesn't know how to meet their emotional depth? In this episode, I’m joined by therapist Kerstin Seehawer to explore how our early relationships – especially with parents or caregivers – can shape the way we relate to our emotions, our needs, and ourselves. We talk about the quiet strategies sensitive children oftendevelop to feel safe, and how those patterns can linger long into adulthood. It’s a personal conversation, and one that might help youunderstand parts of yourself you’ve carried for a long time. What we talk about in this episode: How childhood coping strategies show up in adult lifeThe impact of emotional mismatch between parents andsensitive childrenWhy some people feel ‘too much’ and others, nothing at allWhat healing can look like when we start tuning back inHow nervous system work helps build safety and connectionfrom the inside outMore about Kerstin: You can learn more about Kerstin’s work on her website: Website: https://www.kseehawer.com

    54 min
  7. Why Your Energy Matters with Sadia Ghazanfar

    2025-12-08

    Why Your Energy Matters with Sadia Ghazanfar

    What if energy wasn’t just about how much sleep you got or whether you’ve eaten enough? What if the real drain on your energy was coming from somewhere else entirely – like the emotional weight you carry, the pressure to perform, or the quiet noise of overthinking that never switches off? In this episode, I chat with Sadia Ghazanfar – coach, speaker, and founder of Slay Your Dragons – to explore what energy really means for sensitive people. We talk about how it drains, how to restore it, and why trying to ‘get it right’ often misses the point. Sadia works with mid-career women to help them quiet their inner critic and lead with courage, especially in spaces that weren’t built for them. Her approach blends lived experience with grounded tools, helping people lead without burning out or leaving parts of themselves at the door. What we talk about in this episode: How deep processing impacts energy for sensitive peoplePractical ways to spot energy leaks and recalibrateWhy self-care isn’t about doing more (and how it links to perfectionism)The pressure to optimise and how to opt outReclaiming joy, rest, and your own pace of life More about Sadia: You can learn more about Sadia’s work on her website and LinkedIn: ·     Website: https://www.slay-your-dragons.com ·     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sadia-ghazanfar © Teresa Beehan. Everything shared here is for information and reflection – not professional advice. Please use your judgement before taking action based on anything you hear. We accept no responsibility for any decisions made in connection with the content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  8. The Desire to Make a Difference with Laura Hartley

    2025-12-01

    The Desire to Make a Difference with Laura Hartley

    What happens when you feel drawn to make a difference – whether in grand, world-changing ways, or in everyday choices and work that matters to you? And how do you hold that desire without it consuming you? In this episode, I sit down with Laura Hartley – leadership coach, climate activist, and founder of the Scintilla Centre – to talk about change-making, sensitivity, and the space between how the world is and how it could be. We explore what it means to act from a place of emotional honesty, why joy and pleasure are essential parts of sustainable activism, and how sensitive people can find their unique edge in the work of remaking the world. Laura’s work brings together systems thinking and inner work to help change-makers find their voice, connect with their values, and navigate complexity with courage. What we talk about in this episode: Why sensitivity and the desire to make a difference are so often linkedThe cultural conditioning around "toughness" and why it needs rethinkingFinding a sustainable approach to activism that doesn’t lead to burnoutThe power of resourcing, community, and joy in long-term change-makingHow sensitive people can work with vulnerability instead of against it More about Laura: You can learn more about Laura’s work at the Scintilla Centre and follow her updates on LinkedIn: ·     Website: https://scintillacentre.com ·     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-hartley- © Teresa Beehan. Everything shared here is for information and reflection – not professional advice. Please use your judgement before taking action based on anything you hear. We accept no responsibility for any decisions made in connection with the content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min
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Flipping the script on sensitivity, because it’s your edge, not your setback. If you’ve ever been told you’re “too sensitive,” struggled to find your place in high-pressure work environments, or felt like you had to toughen up just to get by – this podcast is for you. Hosted by me, Teresa Beehan, ex-corporate insider turned Career Coach, Founder of Practical Feeling, and proud Sensitive Professional. This show is a space where sensitivity is celebrated in all its nuance: the messy, the magical, and everything in between. Each episode, I chat with incredible guests to explore what it really looks like to thrive as a sensitive person at work (and in life) – through honest conversations, real experiences, expert insights, and practical tools that meet you where you are. We go deep, but we stay grounded. And we never forget the power of humour and heart. Whether you’re deeply empathetic, highly attuned to detail, or simply someone who experiences the world more intensely – this podcast will help you embrace that as your edge, not your obstacle. Credits: Podcast design by Nastasia Spyrou Kaçar Podcast theme tune by Melissa Carter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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