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Ready to dive into what it really means to be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)? Join me, Erica Webb, for this episode of SelfKind, where we’re starting our deep-dive into this remarkable trait.

In this episode I’m introducing what being an HSP might look and feel like, including:
🌿 the core characteristics of being an HSP
💪 why being an HSP can feel like a fault, but it’s really a strength that comes with its own challenges
🫵 why I’m specifically speaking to HSPs in my work as a Somatic Exercise Coach and Counsellor
😌 why HSPs need more self-care and down-time than non-HSPs
🥰 the importance of self-kindness and compassion for HSPs.

I’m also sharing a brand new resource for my HSPs: a downloadable PDF with 3 somatic practices to help you in navigating overwhelm and over arousal.

⭐️ Get your download: 3 somatic practices to help HSPs navigate overwhelm and over arousal https://www.ericawebb.com.au/hsp-resource

About Erica:
Hey! I'm Erica Webb - somatic exercise coach, registered counsellor and highly sensitive person. I support other HSPs to navigate the challenges that can come with this remarkable trait. From nervous system regulation to self-love, kindness and compassion, I'm here to share somatic resources and other tools to make this whole humaning-as-an-HSP gig a little less lonely and a lot more real.

Connect:
Website: https://www.ericawebb.com.au
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericawebb_selfkind

Time Stamps:
00:00 Welcome to the Highly Sensitive Person Series
00:29 Discovering High Sensitivity: A Personal Journey
02:48 Embracing High Sensitivity as a Superpower
05:06 Defining the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)
06:33 Characteristics of High Sensitivity
11:37 Navigating Life as a Highly Sensitive Person
18:02 Introducing Somatic Practices for HSPs
18:34 Looking Ahead: Expanding the Conversation on HSPs
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I’m thrilled to be joined today by Cat Matson, founder and CEO of Impactful Presenters. But just hang on one sec! If you read the word ‘presenters’ and thought ‘this might not be for me’, think again. In our chat, Cat shares with us the importance of authentic self-expression in various contexts - including our personal interactions with partners, friends, family, children and colleagues. So no, you don’t have to be a traditional presenter to get a heap of inspiration from this episode.
In our chat you’ll hear:
Cat’s thoughts on what it means to make an impact, and how we know when we’re achieving that goalWhat it means to ‘frame up’ a position that can truly be received by anotherThe role of self-kindness in communicationThe keys to authenticity (and why that overused word isn’t nearly so cringy as you might think)How we navigate fear and vulnerability in communicationAnd so much more.

About Cat:
Cat Matson is the CEO and Lead Facilitator of Impactful Presenters, empowering business owners and community leaders to speak with confidence, authority, authenticity and impact. A popular and accomplished Speaker, MC and Moderator, Cat is known for her straight-talking, 'realness' and extracting 'the juice' from her clients. 

Cat describes herself as a 'Mistress-of-all-Trades' having worked in both the private and public sectors, in small and large business and in virtually every industry. She has advised Mayors and CEOs; developed city-shaping strategies; interviewed extraordinary industry leaders from social enterprise to deep tech and everything in between; and helped small business owners understand how to capitalise on the trends of digital transformation and innovation.

She is the host of the Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson podcast, likes to 'work out loud' so others can learn from her experiences, enjoys her coffees strong and black and her martinis stirred and dirty.


Connect with Cat:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catmatson/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatMatson.ImpactCATalyst
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catmatson/


Mentioned in this episode:
Pub Choir: https://www.pubchoir.com.au/





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Feeling unmotivated? Self-care just keeps falling off the bottom of your to-do list? This episode of SelfKind with Erica Webb (that’s me!) invites you to get curious by asking 8 questions that go beyond the surface.
These questions are intended to support you in overcoming the common feeling of self-care being too demanding or falling off your priority list. 
Curiosity lies at the heart of this episode - whether your quest for self-care motivation feels like a constant battle or an occasional struggle. 

Mentioned in this episode: 
Episode 243 of SelfKind with Erica Webb: BE-ing self-caring vs DO-ing self-care
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Welcome to Self Kind: Navigating Self Care Challenges
01:58 Unpacking the Self Care Checklist: Questions 1 & 2
04:09 Simplifying Self Care: Questions 3 & 4
07:19 Reflecting on Self Care Impact: Question 5
08:24 Broadening the Scope of Self Care: Questions 6 & 7
11:47 Time Management and Realistic Expectations: Questions 8 & Bonus
16:28 Wrapping Up: Insights and Invitations


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Books! I loooove them. And they really can have a profound impact on your life. In this week's episode of the podcast, SelfKind with Erica Webb (that's me!) I'm sharing five of my favourite non-fiction books that can support you with navigating what it is to be human.

From making you feel less alone, to illuminating the dark path of persistent pain, these books are some of the best and I hope you love them.

The books mentioned in this podcast episode are as follows (note: none of these links are affiliate links)

1. Explain Pain Supercharged by Lorimer Mosley and David Butler. Check out their books and other resources here.

2. Anchored by Deb Dana. All about getting to know your nervous system grounded in polyvagal theory. You can check it out here.

3. Burnout by Emily and Amelia Nagoski. One of my absolute faves. You can find it here.

4. The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk. Wondering how your body and mind interact and how your body ‘holds’ trauma? This book is your go-to. Check it out here.

5. I Thought it Was Just Me (but it isn’t) by Brené Brown. Allll about shame. Where it comes from and how to navigate it. Find it here.

Time Stamps:
00:00 Welcome to Self Kind: 
00:17 Diving into 5 Non-Fiction Book Recommendations
01:56 'Explain Pain Supercharged'
03:24 'Anchored'
04:09 'Burnout'
05:10 'The Body Keeps the Score'
06:35 'I Thought It Was Just Me (But It Isn't)'
08:11 Wrapping Up and Inviting Your Recommendations
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Welcome to this episode of Self Kind with me, Erica Webb. Today I’m sharing some personal stories around the impact of rules-driven thinking on self-care. I’m tying this topic into last week’s episode with guest Sam Sellers, who joined us to talk about religious trauma. 
I’m sharing:
- my own experiences of guilt and shame that stemmed, at least in part, from my early experiences with religion and fear (and why I left that world in my early 20s)
- why I was nick-named the Fun Police in high school
- the value that lay in moving beyond the black-and-white thinking of good and bad, especially in terms of self-care practices
- the role of values in navigating outside of rule-based thinking.


Mentioned in this episode:
SelfKind with Erica Webb Ep 256: Religious trauma with Sam Sellers: https://www.ericawebbyoga.com.au/podcast/episode/7bd670d7/ep-256-religious-trauma-with-sam-sellers
Counselling with Erica: https://www.ericawebb.com.au/work-with-me


Time Stamps:
00:00 Welcome to Self Kind with Erica Webb
00:05 Exploring the Impact of Rules-Driven Thinking on Self-Care
00:43 Personal Journey: From Religious Trauma to Self-Compassion
04:44 The Lingering Effects of Religious Upbringing
13:34 Breaking Up with Religion and Embracing Self-Care
16:24 The Pseudo Safety of Rules and the Power of Values
24:35 Reflections and Closing Thoughts


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Welcome to this episode of SelfKind with Erica Webb (that’s me!) where I’m chatting with guest Sam Sellers about religious trauma.
Sam, a queer religious trauma therapist and clinical supervisor, shares with us her personal story around experiencing religious trauma and how she has navigated the impact of that on her life and identity. 
Within this conversation is a discussion around the importance of questioning and understanding one's beliefs, the challenges of navigating personal identity and trauma, and the ongoing process of fostering self-trust. 


About Sam:
Sam is a Registered Therapist and Clinical Supervisor, extending her expertise worldwide through online platforms, except for the US & Canada. Specialising in religious trauma, faith deconstruction, and supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, she passionately champions human rights and advocates for marginalised voices.
 She shares her therapy space with Naya, her intuitive and sweet Cavoodle, who often joins her in sessions. Beyond her therapeutic role, she embraces her identity as a wife, fur mama, and friend, embodying the essence of compassion and empathy.
 As a spirituality seeker and trashy TV aficionado, she brings a unique blend of warmth, relatability, and humour to her practice, believing wholeheartedly in the power of laughter for healing. Proudly part of the LGBTQIA+ community herself, she understands firsthand the importance of creating affirming spaces where everyone's story can be heard.
 Additionally, she hosts two podcasts, "Inside the Therapy Room" and "Beyond the Surface" where she continues her mission of amplifying voices and stories, demystifying therapy and fostering understanding. She recently launched her eBook, ‘A Shattered Sanctuary: From Fellowship to Freedom’; which is her own story of loving and leaving the church interwoven into her Queerness.
Her mission is clear: to provide solace and support to those grappling with religious trauma and to empower individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community to reclaim their narratives and live authentically.
 
Connect with Sam:
 Website – www.anchoredcounsellingservices.com.au
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/anchoredcounsellingservices/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/anchoredcounsellingservices
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@anchoredcounselling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anchoredcounsellingservices/
 
Sam's podcasts:
Inside The Therapy Room – https://inside-the-therapy-room.captivate.fm/
Beyond the Surface – https://beyond-the-surface.captivate.fm/






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