Unapologetically Sensitive

About Unapologetically Sensitive

In this podcast, we explore how sensitivity weaves itself into our lives. We talk about the richness that it adds, and the strengths we have BECAUSE of our sensitivity and some of the challenges it poses as well. If you are a Creative, a deep thinker, a deep feeler, neurodivergent, autistic, a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), an introvert, or identify as INFJ or ENFJ, you may enjoy the in-depth conversations where we talk openly and honestly about how we experience life. This is a podcast where you can learn, relate, laugh and maybe even live a bolder, brighter life. Have you been told you're "too" (fill in the blank)? You're too sensitive; you think/worry too much; you take things too personally; you're too emotional, too finicky, too fragile, too intense, too uptight, too slow. Have you been told you can't take a joke; you can't go with the flow? You can't let go of things? Making decisions can be very difficult. You might have an acute sense of smell, and strong odors, crowded noisy environments and bright lights are just too much! You notice things that no one else does. You have a strong sense of justice and you may be a peace-keeper. Conflict feels uncomfortable. You're the one that everyone tells their problems to because you're a good listener who cares deeply. You're in the right place! You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, depression, ADHD or something else. Sometimes Highly Sensitive People are misdiagnosed. Our brains are wired differently. We are born with the trait of High Sensitivity. There's nothing wrong with you! You will learn that your perceived weaknesses are really are your superpowers! Dr. Elaine Aron coined the term Highly Sensitive Person (also known as Sensory Processing Sensitivity).

Publisher

Patricia Young

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

28 Oct 2018

Latest episode

22 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

53 of 381 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   22 Apr 2026

   280 When Your Nervous System Borrows Someone Else's Vibes

   When Your Nervous System Borrows Someone Else's Vibes Patricia (she/her) shares a real-life update on navigating uncertainty, emotional overwhelm, and finding small moments of connection during difficult times. She reflects on the impact of global stress, parenting a child in the military, and how co-working and body doubling through the BREAM community unexpectedly lifted her energy. This episode gently explores neurodivergent needs for connection, pacing, and honoring your capacity—especially when life feels heavy. WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE ·  A candid check-in about living through intense, uncertain times ·  The emotional impact of having a child in the Navy during global stress ·  Why even "not much going on" can still feel like a lot internally ·  How disconnection can show up as a quiet "meh" feeling ·  The power of other people's energy on your nervous system ·  An introduction to the BREAM (B.R.E.A.M.) community for women ·  What body doubling is and why it works for neurodivergent brains ·  Resistance before connection: "this is stupid, I don't want to do it" ·  How a simple co-working session shifted Patricia's entire mood ·  The importance of relational energy vs. forcing productivity ·  Family logistics, shifting plans, and navigating unpredictability ·  Finding joy in small, imperfect moments with loved ones ·  Witnessing a meaningful milestone: engagement ring shopping ·  The reality of changing plans when adult kids visit ·  Honoring personal needs even when family is in town (paddling, self-care) ·  Physical limits and respecting your body after intense workouts ·  Letting go of "shoulds" around fitness and capacity ·  Exploring sustainable ways to build strength at home ·  Preparing for travel while managing pet care and emotional load ·  Giving yourself permission to just be—even if you're only surviving SOUND BITES ·  "When I'm disconnected, everything just feels like… meh." ·  "Her energy was so good, it completely shifted mine." ·  "I just wouldn't push myself that hard on my own—and that matters." ·  "There's a lot of terrible stuff happening right now… and we just do what we can do." ·  "If you're just surviving, that's okay too." SENSITIVITY IS NOTHING TO APOLOGIZE FOR; IT'S HOW YOUR BRAIN IS WIRED You are not broken. You were shaped by systems that weren't built for you. You deserve rest, joy, and support exactly as you are. PODCAST HOST Patricia Young (she/her) was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 17 years, but she is now exclusively providing coaching. She knows what it's like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), then learning she is AuDHD with a PDA profile, OCD and RSD, helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcasts Unapologetically Sensitive and Unapologetically AuDHD to help other neurodivergent folks know that they aren't alone, and that having a brain that is wired differently comes with amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for neurodivergent folks that focus on understanding what it means to be a sensitive neurodivergent. Topics covered include: self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors you Patricia's website, podcast episodes and more: www.unapologeticallysensitive.com LINKS Bream on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellobream Tik Tok: @hellobream To write a review in itunes: click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2 select "listen on Apple Podcasts" chose "open in itunes" choose "ratings and reviews" click to rate the number of starts click "write a review" Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber Tik Tok--https://www.tiktok.com/@unapologeticallysensitiv Unapologetically AuDHD Podcast-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/unapologeticallyaudhd/ e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

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   31 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT

   279 The Quiet Season: Healing, Routine, and "Nothing to Talk About"

   The Quiet Season: Healing, Routine, and "Nothing to Talk About" Patricia (she/her) reflects on a quiet, low-drama season of life and how emotional regulation, routine, and healing can create a sense of calm—but also unexpected challenges for creativity and productivity. She shares honest insights about AuDHD, executive functioning struggles, and the difficulty of initiating tasks when life slows down. Patricia also explores her deep connection to animals, the role of caregiving in neurodivergent lives, and how simplicity, routine, and lower expectations are supporting her wellbeing right now. WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE ·  Living with less emotional reactivity can feel unfamiliar (and even uncomfortable) ·  A calm, drama-free life may feel "boring"… but it's actually a sign of healing ·  Creativity doesn't always flow when life is stable and predictable ·  Many neurodivergent folks create best from lived experience, not forced topics ·  Lowering expectations can reduce overwhelm and increase peace ·  Routine (like paddling, aquafit, dog walks) provides grounding and stability ·  Executive functioning challenges can show up more when external pressure is low ·  "Nothing getting done" ≠ failure — it may reflect a nervous system shift ·  Caretaking (especially of animals) can feel easier than self-care ·  A strong sense of responsibility can override inertia for others, but not for self ·  Animals provide emotional regulation, connection, and daily structure ·  Grief around pets looks different for different people—and that's valid ·  Neurodivergent people may deeply bond with animals in a way that feels natural and fulfilling ·  Life becoming "smaller" can be a protective, restorative phase ·  It's okay to pause, slow down, or rethink content creation rhythms SOUND BITES ·  "There just is not a lot of drama going on in my life—and I am deeply, deeply grateful." ·  "It feels like a very simple, quiet time in my life… which I really appreciate." ·  "I do my best recording when something is happening—and right now, things are just calm." ·  "Sometimes it's easier to take care of others than it is to take care of ourselves." ·  "It's okay when there's not a lot going on." SENSITIVITY IS NOTHING TO APOLOGIZE FOR; IT'S HOW YOUR BRAIN IS WIRED You are not broken. You were shaped by systems that weren't built for you. You deserve rest, joy, and support exactly as you are. PODCAST HOST Patricia Young (she/her) was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 17 years, but she is now exclusively providing coaching. She knows what it's like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), then learning she is AuDHD with a PDA profile, OCD and RSD, helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcasts Unapologetically Sensitive and Unapologetically AuDHD to help other neurodivergent folks know that they aren't alone, and that having a brain that is wired differently comes with amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for neurodivergent folks that focus on understanding what it means to be a sensitive neurodivergent. Topics covered include: self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors you Patricia's website, podcast episodes and more: www.unapologeticallysensitive.com LINKS To write a review in itunes: click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2 select "listen on Apple Podcasts" chose "open in itunes" choose "ratings and reviews" click to rate the number of starts click "write a review" Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber Tik Tok--https://www.tiktok.com/@unapologeticallysensitiv Unapologetically AuDHD Podcast-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/unapologeticallyaudhd/ e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

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   17 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT

   278 The Radical Neurodivergent Act of Stopping Before You're Exhausted

   Host Patricia Young, a former LCSW and current coach, explores the neurodivergent practice of stopping before exhaustion, offering insights into honoring energy limits and finding balance.

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279 The Quiet Season: Healing, Routine, and "Nothing to Talk About"

Published 31 Mar 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] And I am deeply, deeply grateful for that. And I think a lot of that is really learning how to regulate my feelings. I just don't seem to be as reactive. And I also think that my expectations are much lower. And things are just simpler right now. It feels like it's a very simple quiet time in my life, which I deeply appreciate. It does not make for great podcasting. And I think I have to be okay with that. I thought about do I want to look up topics and I do my most creative and best recording when something is going on. And I talk about it and there's really, you know, things just very quiet and simple right now. […]

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180 ratings

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37 ratings

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