#92 | Overcoming Shame: How Highly Sensitive People Can Use The Work of Byron Katie for Inner Healing

Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People (HSP): Inner Work and Strategies for Coping with Stress, Overwhelm, and Negative Emotions - A podcast by Todd Smith, the founder of True Inner Freedom

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How Do You Do the Inner Work When Shame Is in the Way? Ever feel like shame hijacks your ability to heal, grow, or even think clearly in the moment? You're not alone—shame can be a powerful blocker, especially when it wraps itself around the stories we tell ourselves and the reactions we have in relationships. In this episode, we explore how shame often disguises deeper judgments—both toward ourselves and others—and how to navigate it using “The Work” by Byron Katie. Whether you’re stuck in self-blame or feel immobilized after receiving tough feedback, this conversation brings practical clarity and self-compassion to the table. Listen to discover: A simple yet powerful way to start “The Work” when you're drowning in self-judgment. How flipping your internal narrative can loosen the grip of shame and open space for healing. Real-time insights from a live session that reveal the layers beneath common emotional struggles—like a desire for approval or the fear of inconsistency.   Press play to uncover how questioning your thoughts can transform shame into self-understanding—right in the middle of a messy moment. Todd Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you’re interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.