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The Intense Mind with Imi Lo

80 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 21 ratings

Have you been told you ‘see too much’, ‘hear too much’, ‘think too much’, ‘feel too much’? The Intense Mind is a podcast dedicated to people who are exceptionally intense, gifted and intuitive. In this podcast, we talk to intense humans and experts from around the world. We will learn how to bounce back from trauma and shame; how to cultivate resilience and authenticity; how to be the most creative and productive we can be, and how to find our tribe. Together, we go from healing to thriving. 

About Imi: imiloimilo.com
Eggshell Therapy and Coaching: eggshelltherapy.com

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Trigger Warning: The content of this podcast may cover sensitive topics including but not limited to suicide, abuse, violence, severe mental illnesses, sex, drugs, alcohol addiction, psychedelics, and the use of plant medicines. You are advised to refrain from watching or listening to the YouTube Channel or Podcast if you are likely to be offended or adversely impacted by any of these topics. Disclaimer: The content provided is for informational purposes only. Please do not consider any of the content clinical or professional advice. None of the content can substitute professional consultation, psychotherapy, diagnosis, or any mental health intervention. Opinions and views expressed by the host and the guests are personal views and they reserve the right to change their opinions. We also cannot guarantee that everything mentioned is factual and completely accurate. Any action you take based on the information in this episode is taken strictly at your own risk. For a full disclaimer, please refer to: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers/

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Loneliness and Finding Connections as a Highly Sensitive Gifted Man- Eric Windhorst, Imi Lo

March 07, 2024 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

In this episode, we have a highly sensitive, soulful gifted man as a guest. His name is Eric Windhorst,  a registered psychotherapist, educator, mentor, and writer, deeply passionate about personal growth and environmental well-being.  His diverse academic background in social and cultural health studies, human geography, theology, and biology enriches his approach to therapy. Eric's exploration of intuitive and energetic realms, coupled with his commitment to environmental advocacy, offers...

Torn Between Passions? Embrace Your Many Career Identities - with Dr Sarabeth Berk

February 20, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB

Navigating career and purpose is an ongoing journey, not a destination. Many of us feel pulled between passion and practicality - it's natural to wonder how to stay true to yourself while also paying the bills. My conversation with Dr. Sarabeth touched on these challenges. She reminded us that we all have multiple talents worth exploring. By acknowledging our diverse interests and experiences, new opportunities can emerge. It takes courage to embrace change and experimentation. But seeing ...

High-functioning Autism- Different, Not Less (Audio Essay)

February 12, 2024 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

Full Article on High Functioning Autism:https://eggshelltherapy.com/high-functioning-autism/ For more,  Eggshell Therapy and Coaching: eggshelltherapy.com   About Imi Lo:  https://eggshelltherapy.com/about-imi/ https://www.imiloimilo.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/eggshelltransformations Newsletters: https://eepurl.com/bykHRz Disclaimers: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers      If this topic speaks to you, you may like the books   Emotional Sensitivity and Intensi...

"You are too much, or are you?"- 5 mins inspiration

February 06, 2024 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.33 MB

Dear ones! I would love it if you could subscribe to the Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@eggshelltherapy_imilo Thank you so so much for your support!! Imi For More: Eggshell Therapy and Coaching: eggshelltherapy.com   About Imi Lo:  https://eggshelltherapy.com/about-imi/ https://www.imiloimilo.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/eggshelltransformations Newsletters: https://eepurl.com/bykHRz Disclaimers: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers      If this topic s...

"You are too much, or are you?"- 5 mins inspiration (with a Special Request for Your Support!)

February 06, 2024 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.33 MB

Dear ones! I would love it if you could subscribe to the Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@eggshelltherapy_imilo Thank you so so much for your support!! Imi For More: Eggshell Therapy and Coaching: eggshelltherapy.com   About Imi Lo:  https://eggshelltherapy.com/about-imi/ https://www.imiloimilo.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/eggshelltransformations Newsletters: https://eepurl.com/bykHRz Disclaimers: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers      If this topic s...

Understanding Gifted Kids Who Don't Fit In- Fiona Smith, Imi Lo

February 06, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB

Summary: Fiona Smith is the Director of the Gifted Minds practice.  She has a Bachelor of Arts Degree with Honours in Psychology and a Masters Degree of Education, majoring in Gifted Education. She also has full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and Full Membership of the Australian Psychological Society. Fiona's qualifications make her unique in the field, as she combines degrees in Psychology and Education, while specialising in gifted education. In this conversation, F...

Finding Love When You Have High IQ

February 01, 2024 04:00 - 9 minutes - 6.74 MB

For more,  https://eggshelltherapy.com/relationship-struggles/     About Imi Lo:  https://eggshelltherapy.com/about-imi/ https://www.imiloimilo.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/eggshelltransformations Newsletters: https://eepurl.com/bykHRz Disclaimers: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers     If this topic speaks to you, you may like the books  Emotional Sensitivity and Intensity: https://amzn.to/3Hn7lCF or, The Gift of Intensity: https://amzn.to/3BFokP0   Trigger Wa...

Reasons to be Alive (Short Audio Essay)

January 31, 2024 11:00 - 3 minutes - 2.71 MB

https://www.imiloimilo.com/writing/imilo For more,   Eggshell Therapy and Coaching: eggshelltherapy.com About Imi Lo: https://www.imiloimilo.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/eggshelltransformations Newsletters: https://eepurl.com/bykHRz Disclaimers: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers     If this topic speaks to you, you may like the books  Emotional Sensitivity and Intensity: https://amzn.to/3Hn7lCF or, The Gift of Intensity: https://amzn.to/3BFokP0   Trigger Warni...

Structural Dissociation and the Mask of ‘High-functioning’ (Audio Essay)

December 22, 2023 05:00 - 7 minutes - 5.35 MB

TRANSCRIPT:https://imilo.medium.com/structural-dissociation-and-the-mask-of-high-functioning-0e31810143ad Written by Imi Lo. More on Structural Dissociation: https://eggshelltherapy.com/a-split-in-our-personality/   About Imi Lo:  https://eggshelltherapy.com/about-imi/ https://www.imiloimilo.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/eggshelltransformations Newsletters: https://eepurl.com/bykHRz Disclaimers: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers     If this topic speaks to you, ...

(Audio Essay) Loving Someone with BPD

December 05, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

More on this: https://eggshelltherapy.com/partner-with-bpd/ TABLE OF CONTENT (there is more content in the text) Potential Advantages to Having a Partner with BPD The Struggles of Having a Partner with BPD Can Someone with BPD Date Someone with BPD? What to do When Someone With BPD Pushes You Away? How to Make it Work When BPD is Between You? Take very, very good care of yourself *** Eggshell Therapy and Coaching: eggshelltherapy.com/ Imi Lo:  eggshelltherapy.com/about-imi/ imiloimilo.co...

Minimalist Lifestyle and Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) for Families - Gabe Bult, Imi Lo

November 18, 2023 19:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

Article on the subject: https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2023/11/18/minimalist-lifestyle/   Minimalist Life and Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) for Families— Living an Unconventional Life.  — Based on the podcast conversation between Gabe Bult and Imi Lo   In this podcast episode, I interviewed Gabe Bolt, a Youtuber known for his unique approach to the minimalist life and FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) for families.  We discuss topics such as financial f...

Minimalist Lifestyle and Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) - Gabe Bult, Imi Lo

November 18, 2023 19:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

Article on the subject: https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2023/11/18/minimalist-lifestyle/   Minimalist Life and Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) for Families— Living an Unconventional Life.  — Based on the podcast conversation between Gabe Bult and Imi Lo   In this podcast episode, I interviewed Gabe Bolt, a Youtuber known for his unique approach to the minimalist life and FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) for families.  We discuss topics such as financial f...

(Audio Essay) Projective Identification: The Silent Narcissistic Abuse that Haunts you

November 16, 2023 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MB

Full article: https://imilo.medium.com/parenparental-projective-identification-the-silent-abuse-that-haunts-you-f266e13099c3 For more,      About Imi Lo:  https://eggshelltherapy.com/about-imi/ https://www.imiloimilo.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/eggshelltransformations Newsletters: https://eepurl.com/bykHRz Disclaimers: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers     If this topic speaks to you, you may like the books  Emotional Sensitivity and Intensity: https://amzn.to/3...

(Audio Essay) Childhood Trauma, Splitting, Complex Trauma and Dissociation

October 14, 2023 12:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

Full Transcription- https://eggshelltherapy.com/a-split-in-our-personality/ Childhood Trauma Splitting is a psychological mechanism that allows someone to tolerate difficult and overwhelming feelings. It is often seen in Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) who suffer from Complex PTSD or childhood trauma. Having Trauma Splitting, or Structural Dissociation, means we are split into different parts, each with a different personality, feelings, and behaviour. As a result, we feel completely differ...

(Audio Essay) The Unexpected Gifts Inside Borderline Personality

September 19, 2023 17:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MB

Original Text: https://eggshelltherapy.com/bpdgifts/ For more,  About Eggshell Therapy and Coaching: eggshelltherapy.com About Imi Lo: imiloimilo.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eggshelltransformations Newsletters: https://eepurl.com/bykHRz Disclaimers: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers    Trigger Warning: This episode may cover sensitive topics including but not limited to suicide, abuse, violence, severe mental illnesses, relationship challenges, sex, drugs, alcohol addi...

When Things Fall Apart (Short Audio)

September 17, 2023 10:00 - 6 minutes - 4.2 MB

https://www.imiloimilo.com/writing/imilo For more,   Eggshell Therapy and Coaching: eggshelltherapy.com About Imi Lo: https://www.imiloimilo.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/eggshelltransformations Newsletters: https://eepurl.com/bykHRz Disclaimers: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers     If this topic speaks to you, you may like the books  Emotional Sensitivity and Intensity: https://amzn.to/3Hn7lCF or, The Gift of Intensity: https://amzn.to/3BFokP0   Trigger Warni...

INFJ/ INFP: Unlock Your Potential and Overcome Shame- Lauren Sapala and Imi Lo

September 17, 2023 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MB

 https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2023/09/17/infj-infp-lauren/ Lauren is a writer, writing coach, and teacher. She specializes in assisting intuitive writers, particularly those with INFJ and INFP personality types. In today's interview, we explore: - The idea of intuitive writing. - The challenges intuitive feeling personalities face in marketing and how to overcome them so we don't hold ourselves back. - Lauren's guidance in dealing with guilt and fear when going after our own...

Toxic Family: 5 Toxic Family Dynamics (Audio Essay)

August 18, 2023 14:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MB

Original Essay on Eggshell Therapy and Coaching: https://eggshelltherapy.com/sensitivity-and-childhood-trauma/ Table of Contents The wound of being ‘too intense’ Complex Trauma, the Invisible Trauma (Complex PTSD) Complex Trauma and the Highly Sensitive, Intense and Gifted Toxic Family Dynamics and the Intense, Highly Sensitive, and Gifted Toxic Family Dynamic 1: Scapegoating Toxic Family Dynamic 2: Parentification Toxic Family Dynamic 3: Having Emotionally Unavailable Parents Toxic...

A Mother with BPD: What can you do now? (Audio Essay)

August 07, 2023 03:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MB

THE ORIGINAL FULL ESSAY: https://eggshelltherapy.com/mother-with-bpd/ More on Eggshell therapy and Coaching website: eggshelltherapy.com   TABLE OF CONTENT: - Why the Focus on ‘Mothers With BPD’?  - The Pendulum of a Mother With BPD: Swinging Between Love and Cruelty - Aftermath of the Tempest: Having Grown Up With a Mother With BPD  Codependency and identity confusion Insecure attachment The shame of being “too much.”  Pseudo-dependency Difficulties with boundaries Fear of becoming like her...

You are not your parent (Short Audio Essay)

May 18, 2023 04:00 - 9 minutes - 6.7 MB

Original Article: https://imilo.medium.com/you-are-not-your-parent-98895d471f8b   In this piece, we delve into the societal pressures that often prevent us from acknowledging the darker aspects of family dynamics. The expectation to present a picture-perfect facade of happy families can lead to the suppression of painful truths.  The taboo surrounding parental toxicity is brought to light as we challenge the notion that all parents are inherently loving and selfless. We ought to shed light...

Neurodivergent traits, giftedness, sensory sensitivities, sharing our personal experiences- Dr. Nicole A. Tetreault and Imi Lo

May 18, 2023 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

Dr. Nicole A. Tetreault is a psychologist and researcher specializing in the field of neurodiversity. She has conducted extensive research on topics such as giftedness, neurodiversity, and the brain differences associated with these conditions. She is also the author of "Insights into a Bright Mind," a book that delves into the intersection of neurodivergent traits, giftedness, and sensory sensitivities. During the interview, we discussed the concept of neurodiversity and explored various w...

(Audio Essay) Haters Gonna Hate’- Rising Above Attacks as an Intense, Gifted, Highly Sensitive Person

April 24, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

FULL ARTICLE: https://eggshelltherapy.com/haters-gonna-hate/ Table of Contents   Saying ‘Haters Gonna Hate’ by understanding the true face of hate Not Saying ‘Haters Gonna Hate’- Are You Hiding? Why you need to learn to say ‘Haters Gonna Hate’ One person’s medicine is another person’s poison A note on passive-aggressive hate Love, service, honor: Embodying ‘Haters Gonna Hate’ as a creative For more,   About my work: eggshelltherapy.com About me: https://www.imiloimilo.com Facebook:htt...

Highly sensitive, Intense and Gifted: Dating, Working, Thriving in a Neurotypical World - Abel Abelson and Imi Lo

April 19, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MB

FULL TRANSCRIPT: https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2023/04/19/abel_neurotypical/ At forty years of age, Abel Abelson discovers that he is intellectually gifted. Suddenly his eternal “otherness” is no longer a flaw. It is being called an asset, a plus, a gift … But is it really? In the light of this discovery Abel revisits his past, unravels the present and reconstructs a future. Being intellectually gifted is just the tip of the iceberg. True meaning turns out to be hiding somewhere...

Overcontrol: Can Perfectionism Ruin Your Sex Life? - With Dr. Tom Murray

April 10, 2023 07:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

FULL TRANSCRIPT: https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2023/04/10/tommurray/ About Dr Tom: Thomas L. Murray, Jr., Ph.D., forensic sexologist, international trainer, educator, and couples and sex therapist is a widely sought-after expert in sexuality and intimate relationships.For 20+ years, Murray has worked with everyday folks to embrace their weirdness, shed labels and shame, lean into anxiety, and build better and stronger relationships.Murray's doctorate is in marriage and family co...

Gifted Adults, Gifted Trauma: When Pain & Brilliance Collide. Jennifer Harvey Sallin, Intergifted, Imi Lo

February 05, 2023 12:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

- Why all resources are for children and what can gifted adults do? - What is gifted trauma; what are some ‘classic’ family roles gifted eople ended up playing in their families? - Different ways of being gifted and why IQ isn’t everything - The family roles gifted female and sensitive men tend to take on the caretaker role in the family. - How can a gifted person find safety in te social world and in the community? - How to balance being you and being safe in groups? - Healing from Gi...

'I didn't know my father had autism' - an Unexpected Bliss Road with Martha Engber, Imi Lo

February 05, 2023 12:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

  https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2023/02/06/i-didnt-know-my-father-had-autism-an-unexpected-bliss-road-with-martha-engber-imi-lo/ BLISS ROAD is the memoir of a neurotypical daughter of an undiagnosed Autism Spectrum Disorder parent.  Martha Engber’s honest and moving memoir illuminates the parent-child challenge presented by a neurological condition that affects over 75 million people worldwide. A hybrid of poetry and essays, Ms. Engber uses personal anecdotes, coupled with histo...

What is Quiet BPD? BPD Empathy: Do People with BPD have high or low Empathy? Imi Lo and Kayla from On the Line

December 14, 2022 11:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

Transcript: https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2022/12/14/bpdempathy/ I love, love, love this conversation  Kayla is a Youtuber and psychotherapist in training and has a beautiful channel called On the Line on YouTube. After receiving her own diagnosis, she set out to educate others about this often misunderstood mental disorder There are many psychologists and experts who talk about BPD, but I was drawn to Kayla and wanted to talk to her because she is so open and clear in how she ...

(Audio Essay) Parentification Trauma as a Highly Sensitive and Empathic Person

December 08, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Original Article: https://eggshelltherapy.com/parentification/ What is Parentification? What does it mean to be parentified? Parentification is a form of invisible childhood trauma. Parentification occurs when the roles between a child and a parent are reversed. You know you were parentified if as a child you have to step up as the caretaker, mediator, or protector of the family. Parentification is a form of mental abuse and boundary violation. About my work: eggshelltherapy.com About me:...

(Audio Essay) Emotional Intensity: 5 Signs You May Be an Intense, Sensitive, Neuro-atypical Person

December 06, 2022 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

What Is Emotional Intensity? 1. Emotional depth and passion 2. Deep empathy and sensitivity 3. Being highly perceptive 4. A rich inner world, with vivid imagination 5. Creative potential and existential angst For more,  Please visit: eggshelltherapy.com About Imi:imiloimilo.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/eggshelltransformations Newsletters: https://eepurl.com/bykHRz Disclaimers: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers      Trigger Warning: This episode may cover sensit...

Quick Announcement about the Audio Essays :)

December 06, 2022 04:00 - 35 seconds - 439 KB

For more,  Please visit: eggshelltherapy.com About Imi:imiloimilo.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/eggshelltransformations Newsletters: https://eepurl.com/bykHRz Disclaimers: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers      Trigger Warning: This episode may cover sensitive topics including but not limited to suicide, abuse, violence, severe mental illnesses, relationship challenges, sex, drugs, alcohol addiction, psychedelics, and the use of plant medicines. You are advised to...

‘Will my therapist hurt me, too?’ On Relational Anxiety and Fragile Clients- Dr. Jon Frederickson is back!!

November 11, 2022 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

Our last conversation with Dr. Jon Frederickson, A Deep Dive Into The Psychology of BPD, Splitting, Projection, Anxiety and Therapy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jgzjoVtDts I am sooo glad I invited him back! Today we will be talking about Dr. Frederickson's book Co-Creating Safety: Healing the Fragile Patient  When we have been treated poorly in our past lives, it's only natural to assume - consciously or unconsciously - that it will happen again.   It used to be a protective strategy,...

Anxious Attachment and the Anxious x Avoidant Pair- Jessica Baum and Imi Lo

August 20, 2022 15:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

Anxious Attachment and the Anxious x Avoidant Pair Today, we talk to Jessica Baum, the author of the book Anxiously Attached. We will discuss: - What is anxious attachment? - Why are people with an anxious attachment pattern attracted to people with an avoidant attachment style? - Are there cultures that are more anxious or more avoidant?  - What is relationship co-regulation and how can it help? Jessica's website: https://www.beselffull.com Eggshell Therapy and Coaching: eggshellther...

Can we have a ‘too good’ parent? The unconscious guilt that holds us back and various Object Relations topics- Dr. Susan Kavaler-Adler and Imi Lo

August 14, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MB

Today, we have the honour to host Dr. Susan Kavaler-Adler. Dr Susan has been practicing psychoanalysis and psychotherapy in NYC for over 40 years. She is the Founding Director of the Objects Relations Institute for Psychotherapy and the author of numerous deep and insightful books,    We talked about a lot of very complex but important and topical issues, including:  - Why we might be holding ourselves back from success because of an unconscious fear of retaliation  - How parents who are...

On Transgenerational Trauma and, Defense Mechanisms and Inherited Pain- With Dr. Atlas Galit

August 05, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

Galit Atlas is an experienced psychoanalyst who is particularly interested in how we inherit the pain of our parents, grandparents, and ancestors. In this highly insightful conversation, we discussed the following. - What emotional inheritance and transgenerational trauma are, and how can we inherit pain and trauma from our parents without knowing it - The role of defence mechanisms in our lives, such as dissociation and splitting off - Why do we carry our parents' pain? - Why does trauma...

Getting Over Grief... Or Not. -Dr. Mary Lamia and Imi Lo

July 28, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

Today, we welcome Dr Mary Lamia, a clinical psychologist and a prolific author of many subjects. Our subject will be grief and Dr Lamia’s new book, Grief Isn't Something to Get Over: Finding a Home for Memories and Emotions After Losing a Loved One. With a heavy but curious heart, we will discuss:  — What is grief — What is prolonged and complicated grief? — Can we grieve something we never had? — How grief is tied to memory — And most importantly, How we can turn grief into something ...

Deep Knowing: Trusting in Something Bigger - Kim Hermanson and Imi Lo

May 27, 2022 19:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

Today I have the honour to speak with Kim Hermanson. We talked about how to place our trust in something invisible and bigger than ourselves, and tap into divine wisdom. I hope it helps you during such uncertain times we are living in! Imi   Kim Hermanson, Ph.D. is a pioneering educator and shaman. During a series of 3 shamanic initiations, she was spiritually gifted with the ability to quickly shift a person out of his or her thinking mind into an intelligent field of profound beauty that ...

Giftedness, Existential Depression and Advice for the Gifted - Lisa Van Gamert, the Gifted Guru.

April 05, 2022 17:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Transcript: https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2022/04/12/giftedguru/ Today we talk to a real expert on the subject of giftedness, Lisa Van Gamert In this conversation we talked about: Lisa's definition of giftedness. What existential depression actually is. Lisa's nuanced definition of perfectionism and why there can be a healthy, functioning form of perfectionism. The existential problem of loneliness when you can not find your people and do not feel like you have anyone to lea...

Giftedness, Existential Depression and Advice for the Gifted - Lisa Van Gamert, the Gifted Guru.

April 05, 2022 17:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Transcript: https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2022/04/12/giftedguru/ Today we talk to a real expert on the subject of giftedness, Lisa Van Gamert In this conversation we talked about: Lisa's definition of giftedness. What existential depression actually is. Lisa's nuanced definition of perfectionism and why there can be a healthy, functioning form of perfectionism. The existential problem of loneliness when you can not find your people and do not feel like you have anyone to lea...

Highly Sensitive Children, Highly Sensitive Parents? - with Author Melissa Schwartz

March 20, 2022 11:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

Full transcript: https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2022/03/20/melissa/ In this episode, we talk to Melissa Schwartz, who was actually our first podcast guest !! Melissa has just published an amazing book about highly sensitive children!! As we know, this really is an underserved population. Today, we discuss- how would we know if our kids are highly sensitive? How do we deal if we are also highly sensitive? What do we do when we see them struggling,  when we see really extreme reac...

Highly Sensitive Children, Highly Sensitive Parents? - with Author Melissa Schwartz

March 20, 2022 11:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

Full transcript: https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2022/03/20/melissa/ In this episode, we talk to Melissa Schwartz, who was actually our first podcast guest !! Melissa has just published an amazing book about highly sensitive children!! As we know, this really is an underserved population. Today, we discuss- how would we know if our kids are highly sensitive? How do we deal if we are also highly sensitive? What do we do when we see them struggling,  when we see really extreme reac...

The Enneagram: Nine Ways of Surviving in the World- Beatrice Chestnut and Imi Lo

January 18, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE  This is absolutely one of my favourite episodes of all time!  Enneagram is a knowledge system that is very close to my heart and has been for years. I was pretty star-struck and beyond delighted to be able to talk with Beatrice Chestnut, one of my favourite authors on the Enneagram. We went really deep on this one on all the character structures, their core fears, dominant features, relationship patterns, etc.  It may be more suited to people who already know about ...

A Clinician’s Unique View to Feeling Down- With Dr. Pete Kelly

January 17, 2022 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

Full Episode and Transcript Here.  In this very detailed conversation with the most passionate, wonderful Dr. Pete Kelly, we discussed a wide variety to subjects that has to do with mental health and some of the latest research in the field.   In this conversation, we discussed — Pete’s unique persepctive on depression based on his experience — His observation of people who are attracted to the mental health profession, and what they tend to do — How he works with depression and what he...

How To Amend Your Sibling Relationship Before It’s Too Late — Dr. Avidan Milevsky and Imi Lo

October 29, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MB

Full Transcript:  https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2021/10/29/siblings/ Today we talk to an expert in sibling relationships, Dr. Avidan Milevsky. In this conversation, we managed to squeeze in a lot of topics. Dr. Avidan is clearly very passionate and knowledgeable. We started by him sharing his personal story of being one of five.  Then we explored:  Why you and your sibling could grow up in the same house but turn out so radically different. How to tell normal sibling fighting...

OCPD, the Driven Personality and the Healthy Compulsive — Jungian Analyst Gary Trosclair and Imi Lo

September 08, 2021 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

FULL CONVERSATION:     https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2021/09/08/healthycompulsive/   Today we have Jungian Analyst Gary Trosclair, talking about what he calls the Driven Personality, and what we clinically call Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder. I absolutely how Gary highlights the positive aspect of the driven personality. In his words, a healthily compulsive person can use their natural disposition in service of love, compassion, and the greater good.  Even if we ...

Sensitive on the Inside and Tough on the Outside? Everything you need to know about ‘Overcontrol’ — Hope Arnold with Imi Lo

July 16, 2021 12:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MB

FULL SHOW NOTES HERE This is the probably most comprehensive and informative conversation we can have about overcontrol. All credits go to Hope Arnold, a brilliant RO-DBT therapist who specializes in this trait. We cover everything about over-control— its definition, presentation, origins, and treatment methods. It is very much relevant to highly sensitive people as Overcontrol is often developed out of an innate underlying sensitivity towards perceived threats.  If you find yourself havi...

Sensitive on the Inside and Tough on the Outside? Everything you need to know about ‘Overcontrol’ — Hope Arnold with Imi Lo

July 16, 2021 12:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

FULL SHOW NOTES HERE This is the probably most comprehensive and informative conversation we can have about overcontrol. All credits go to Hope Arnold, a brilliant RO-DBT therapist who specializes in this trait. We cover everything about over-control— its definition, presentation, origins, and treatment methods. It is very much relevant to highly sensitive people as Overcontrol is often developed out of an innate underlying sensitivity towards perceived threats.  If you find yourself havi...

Childfree Living: On Choosing Different and Grieving the Life We Had Left Behind - Eric and Melissa Jones

July 05, 2021 11:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

SHOW NOTES: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2021/07/05/childfreeerikmelissa/ What happens when you choose a life that is unconventional, counter-cultural? What if your story becomes increasingly strange to your family and friends? What can you do to hold your head high even when the others don’t get you? How can you get over attacks or condescending comments?  In today’s episode, we are doing something different. Usually, I interview experts in psychology and intensity. Today...

Sex Unshackled! Sapiosexual, Demisexual, Asexual, Kinks, BDSM

June 08, 2021 06:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

FULL TRANSCRIPT: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2021/06/08/becky/ As you know, many intense and sensitive people have felt different and on the fringe of society all their lives. For this reason, I have started to make episodes that are all about being different— different meaning being non-mainstream in terms of lifestyle, life choices, and the way you are. Consider this episode as a first step, and I hope there will be more to come!  Today, we are talking to Becky Crepsley-...

Sex Unshackled! Sapiosexual, Demisexual, Asexual, Kinks, BDSM

June 08, 2021 06:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

FULL TRANSCRIPT: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2021/06/08/becky/ As you know, many intense and sensitive people have felt different and on the fringe of society all their lives. For this reason, I have started to make episodes that are all about being different— different meaning being non-mainstream in terms of lifestyle, life choices, and the way you are. Consider this episode as a first step, and I hope there will be more to come!  Today, we are talking to Becky Crepsley-...

*SPECIAL EPISODE* A Deep Dive Into BPD, Splitting, Projection, Anxiety and Therapy - Jon Frederickson and Imi Lo

April 02, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

  FULL TRANSCRIPT: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2021/04/02/jonf-2/ Today, we are talking to Dr. Jon Frederickson. He is a therapist with over 25 years of experience, especially specializing in working with people with personality disorders. Jon is also the founder of Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy. It is based on psychoanalytic ideas such as transference and defense mechanisms but is renewed into a much more active and pragmatic format than traditional psychoana...

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