Ep 22: Exploring empaths, HSPs (highly sensitive people), & empathy with author / empath Signe Hovem

Signe Hovem is an author, ordained Spiritual Counselor, and energy medicine practitioner, who helps people feel loved, safe, & connected.Ever felt like a human sponge - getting bombarded with energy from all different directions? Yeah, me too! This is a must-listen – especially as we head into the holidays!Today on Living Big Mindfully, Signe is helping us explore empaths, HSPs (highly sensitive people), & empathy…Signe starts with a bit about her journey living as a highly sensitive person, empath, and mother of highly sensitive children.Then we dive right in – talking about:Highly sensitive people & what to do if you are one…Looking at empaths on a spectrumThe difference between empathy and empaths.And how people can be an empath without empathy! Yes, that is a thing…Signe offers listeners so many tips & strategies. For example:How to protect yourself if you tend to be an emotional spongeThe power of learning to use “I am…” statements.How to help a sensitive child or grandchild navigate the world.You’ll also learn why Signe sees self-love, self-awareness, and connection with the natural world as fundamental to balance, purpose, & joy. Every so often I have a conversation with someone who pours out so much love & wisdom – this is one of the episodes.Although the sound quality is a bit funky… regardless, from start to finish - this show is full of heartfelt sage advice.As always, thank you for listening. I appreciate you! More about Signe: Signe teaches highly sensitive people practical exercises to successfully be vulnerable, at peace in their bodies, connect to nature, and feel safe with others. She's lived on five continents, raised four children, and pets, and has a soft spot for playing squash and golf. A good listener, she has a knack for sensing what is not being said...Show links:MRIAC's website:  https://www.mriac.com.au/Book: https://www.empathfieldguide.comConnect with Signe @ Website: https://www.smhovem.comSend us Fan MailSupport the show👉 Support the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2217305/support✨ The Free Aging Better Toolkit : https://livingbigmindfully.com/aging-better💌 Join the Thrive & Shine newsletter: https://livingbigmindfully.com/thrive-%26-shineAn occasional, intentional letter with reflections, resources, in-person gatherings, speaking updates, and new episodes—designed to support you in living a longer, stronger, more intentional life.As I spend less time on social media, this is the best way to stay connected.Connect:Web: https://livingbigmindfully.com/Contact: https://livingbigmindfully.com/contactYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LivingBigMindfullyFB https://www.facebook.com/livingbigmindfully/IG: https://www.instagram.com/katechampionauthor/