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
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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?
How Noise Affects Highly Sensitive People
In this conversation, Esther and Maryanne Pope discuss their experiences as highly sensitive people (HSPs), focusing on their differing sensitivities to noise and the concept of 'soundries'—personal boundaries regarding sound. They explore how their unique backgrounds shape their reactions to noise, share … [Read more...] about How Noise Affects Highly Sensitive People
How Menopause Affects Highly Sensitive Women
Are you a highly sensitive woman going through perimenopause? In this episode of Compassionate Conversations, two HSP psychotherapists (who are themselves, navigating the menopausal transition), discuss the shortcomings of the medical system, the importance of healing past traumas and losses, developing … [Read more...] about How Menopause Affects Highly Sensitive Women
How to Thrive as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)
The following short talks outline the major tenets and principles I use in my therapy practise to empower my HSP clients to thrive and share their invaluable gifts with the world. If you find value in these, please share them with other HSPs in your life who could use them. … [Read more...] about How to Thrive as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)