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EPISODE · Jan 19, 2026 · 16 MIN

#337 | How to Heal Old Wounds & Overcome Trauma to Reduce Your Stress as a Highly Sensitive Person

from Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People (HSP): Inner Work and Strategies for Coping with Stress, Overwhelm, and Negative Emotions · host Todd Smith

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/ Are old emotional wounds quietly running your life—and draining your energy—without you even realizing it? If you're a highly sensitive person, the stress you feel might not be about what's happening now… but what's still unresolved from the past. This episode reveals why HSPs often avoid deep healing work—not out of resistance, but out of fear of overwhelm—and how you can finally begin to heal in a way that feels safe, gentle, and effective. In this episode, you'll discover: How unprocessed emotional trauma can subtly erode your confidence, relationships, and peace of mind Why traditional inner work often fails HSPs—and what actually works instead A simple, profound process to release long-held pain without re-living the trauma Tune in now to learn how to finally feel safe, seen, and free—by meeting your wounds with compassion instead of fear.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. 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.

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