These days, I am attempting to learn as much as I can about helping highly sensitive men thrive; as well as how we can inoculate highly sensitive boys from toxic masculinity and celebrate being a highly sensitive male. I explore these themes in-depth in two of my … [Read more...] about The Two Books I Recommend to Highly Sensitive Men
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Highly Sensitive People in Relationships
In this episode, Esther and her husband Nathaniel discuss their experiences as a couple of highly sensitive people (HSPs) in a long-term relationship. They explore the unique challenges and benefits of being two HSPs together, including their sensitivities to sounds, lighting, and social situations. They … [Read more...] about Highly Sensitive People in Relationships
What is the difference between a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and an Introvert?
A question I am asked constantly is: what is the difference between being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and an introvert? To be perfectly honest, I had been assuming that they were pretty much the same thing until I studied it further. While there are many similarities, there are also some key differences … [Read more...] about What is the difference between a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and an Introvert?
Do I Have An Addiction To Food?
Do you think you may be addicted to food? How do you know for sure? Watch this mind-expanding interview where Eating Disorders Therapist, Esther Kane and Dr. Vera Tarman, author of Food Junkies, discuss the how’s and why’s of food addiction. They discuss in detail the main differences between food addiction … [Read more...] about Do I Have An Addiction To Food?
How to Break Free of Food Addiction
In this episode of Compassionate Conversations, host Esther Kane interviews Clarissa Kennedy and Molly Painschab, co-hosts of the Food Junkies podcast. They share their personal journeys with food addiction, discussing the emotional and psychological aspects of their struggles. The conversation delves into … [Read more...] about How to Break Free of Food Addiction
How a Ketogenic Diet Curbs Overeating: Joy Kiddie, The Low Carb Healthy Fat Dietician
In this conversation, Esther Kane interviews Joy Kitty, a low-carb, healthy fat dietitian, discussing the transition to low-carb diets, the science behind them, and their effectiveness in treating various health issues, including diabetes and mental health. They also explore the misconceptions surrounding … [Read more...] about How a Ketogenic Diet Curbs Overeating: Joy Kiddie, The Low Carb Healthy Fat Dietician
Why are Processed Foods so Addictive?
In this conversation, Dr. Joan Ifland discusses the concept of processed food addiction, its historical context, and the impact of the food industry on public health. She explains how the tobacco industry's business model was adopted by processed food corporations in the 1980s, leading to the creation of … [Read more...] about Why are Processed Foods so Addictive?
Can food choices improve my mental health?
In this episode of Compassionate Conversations, Esther Kane interviews Dr. Georgia Ede of Diagnosis Diet, a nutritional psychiatrist, about her new book, Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind. Dr. Ede explains the link between metabolism and the state of our mental health. She also discusses the exciting … [Read more...] about Can food choices improve my mental health?