Emotional Badass: Where Moxie Meets Mindful - Meditations, Self Care, Motivation Mindset, Holistic Recovery, & Life Coaching

Are you harnessing the power of sacred moments in your life? This weeks episode is inspired by a passage from Mark Nepo’s The Book of Awakening. I hope it helps answer part of the question, ‘What is spiritual Development and how do I do it?’ We get one precious life and we can learn to accept the invitations the Universe gives us to find our higher purpose and get to know ourselves internal by not over focusing on what’s external. Turning inward can significantly enhance mental health and emotional growth. Learn practical tips for embracing sacred moments and fostering deeper self-connection to help you achieve a more meaningful and spiritually fulfilling life. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundreds of hours of bonus episodes, monthly video livestreams, discounts, community, and different opportunities to work with Nikki in group format https://www.patreon.com/emotionalbadass Resources: Download the free Morni

This episode is my longest solo episode ever, so it's broken into 2 parts. Find part 2 on the free section of Patreon https://www.patreon.com/posts/41758653 & hear me discuss the insanity of circumstances that pushed me to my darkest depression. I share my mental health mindset tips that helped pull me out of the hole. I want people to know they have power to ward off depression, own who they are, find truths, & plow through to the other side. We can heal & get to emotional security, even if we feel beyond broken. What happens when repressed childhood sexual abuse memories resurface? This episode Highlights the transformative power of boundaries, intuition, and lifestyle changes. Discover how to manage mental health effectively, reclaim personal power, and break free from the cycle of trauma and codependency. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundreds of hours of bonus episodes, monthly video livestreams, discount

How empaths experience the world and the permission to explore, expand, and own our callings, to improve our mental health. We explores self esteem, resiliency, challenge, vulnerability, and expression. I hope this week's episode offers a deeper understanding of our highly sensitive empathic gifts, and how to grow into our worth by taking up space and claiming our callings. Shout outs to the courageous and inspiring Lisa Tahir and Marianne Williamson. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundreds of hours of bonus episodes, monthly video livestreams, discounts, community, and different opportunities to work with Nikki in group format https://www.patreon.com/emotionalbadass Resources: Download the free Morning Routine PDF to learn our techniques to help conquer your day! https://www.emotionalbadass.com/morning-routine Community & Exclusive Bonus Episodes & Video: https://www.patreon.com/emotionalbadass 30 Days to Pea

The Bob Ross inspired episode is HERE! Wisdom from one of my favorite Wise Men, The Joy of Painting creator and PBS star, Bob Ross. I share what he meant to me as a child and how I'm channeling his grounded peace. I hope I do his memory justice with this episode. We dive deep into some of his favorite sayings and unpack the wisdom of 'no mistakes, just happy little accidents.' Channeling Bob Ross's calming energy can transform your life, particularly if you're a highly sensitive person. Learn how his tranquil approach can help you manage stress, foster creativity, and find peace. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking emotional resilience, empathy, and a mindful way of living amidst life's challenges. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundreds of hours of bonus episodes, monthly video livestreams, discounts, community, and different opportunities to work with Nikki in group format https://www.patreon.com/emoti

What are we made of? Have you been thinking about this since hearing the nursery rhyme; snips & snails & puppy dogs' tails? I HAVE. This episode is about the differences & similarities between HSPs & Energy Vampires. It takes understanding of these dynamics for a HSP to shield (with boundaries) against emotional vampire-ing & stop allowing yourself to get sucked in. As adults we can do what we couldn't as children---learn how to keep energy vampires OUT and our energy IN. With practical strategies for boundary-setting and self-care, this episode equips HSPs to maintain their mental health and build healthier relationships. Discover how to recognize and protect yourself from energy vampires. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundreds of hours of bonus episodes, monthly video livestreams, discounts, community, and different opportunities to work with Nikki in group format https://www.patreon.com/emotionalbadass Reso

I share something vulnerable and ripe for judgement in this week's episode. A personal story about the highly sensitive struggle to manage stress, create peace, calm, & act in love. Featuring Queen Dagmar. Most Highly Sensitive People & trauma survivors report a love-hate relationship with high sensitivity. Radical personal assertiveness and acceptance is required (yes I'm saying REQUIRED) to shift from sensitivity feeling like a burden to a superpower. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundreds of hours of bonus episodes, monthly video livestreams, discounts, community, and different opportunities to work with Nikki in group format https://www.patreon.com/emotionalbadass Resources: Download the free Morning Routine PDF to learn our techniques to help conquer your day! https://www.emotionalbadass.com/morning-routine Community & Exclusive Bonus Episodes & Video: https://www.patreon.com/emotionalbadass 30 Days to Pe

I'm excited to share with you a passage from a favorite healing book by Paulo Coelho, Warrior of the Light. It inspired a meditation I wrote to help us flow when life throws obstacles in our path. Most of us have heard the fun fact that our bodies are mostly water. I hope this episode and meditation help you feel how powerful you truly are and how you can learn to use your energy & power to flow around, through, above, below, and beyond. . Learn techniques to embrace your unique qualities, set personal boundaries, and foster resilience. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundreds of hours of bonus episodes, monthly video livestreams, discounts, community, and different opportunities to work with Nikki in group format https://www.patreon.com/emotionalbadass Resources: Download the free Morning Routine PDF to learn our techniques to help conquer your day! https://www.emotionalbadass.com/morning-routine Community & Ex

Hello Tribe! Today we break down what it means to check in with ourselves & grow mindful muscles to take the very best care of deep, expansive selves. A little intuition vs. anxiety, internal vs. external, and oldie-but-goodie borrowed from Alcoholics Anonymous sayings, HALT: exploring Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired, as a check in strategy. Sometimes it's the simple things that go over our heads or we can over complicate as Highly Sensitive People. Internal and external check-ins can transform your self-care routine and support trauma recovery. This episode offers valuable insights for HSPs seeking personal growth and enhanced mental health and well-being through mindful self-care practices. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundreds of hours of bonus episodes, monthly video livestreams, discounts, community, and different opportunities to work with Nikki in group format https://www.patreon.com/emotionalbadass Resou

I've had negotiation on my mind, Ya'll. Negotiation. It's as inescapable as grief and we get just as much education in how to do it. Zilch! Nada! Nothing! Sensitives and Survivors can really struggle in the face of the vibes that come from hard-ball negotiation tactics. I hope this week's episode helps shine light on the areas we can own and grow to become better negotiators in life. Light and love! Why do highly sensitive people (HSPs) find negotiation so challenging? Iexplore the impact of conflict avoidance and manipulative tactics on HSPs. This episode offers practical advice on building self-worth and setting boundaries to navigate negotiations effectively. Discover strategies to stay calm, recognize manipulation, and confidently advocate for your needs as an HSP. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundreds of hours of bonus episodes, monthly video livestreams, discounts, community, and different opportunities

Are you aware of the power your imagination holds? Highly sensitive people often use their imagination to anticipate the worst, but what if it could be used to foster positivity and emotional resilience? Nikki Eisenhauer delves into this concept, drawing wisdom from the yoga sutras. She explains how shifting from negative to positive thinking can enhance mental health and well-being. This episode offers insights and strategies for highly sensitive people to transform their imagination into a tool for healing and growth. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundreds of hours of bonus episodes, monthly video livestreams, discounts, community, and different opportunities to work with Nikki in group format https://www.patreon.com/emotionalbadass Resources: Download the free Morning Routine PDF to learn our techniques to help conquer your day! https://www.emotionalbadass.com/morning-routine Community & Exclusive Bonus Epi

On top of the general tensions & chaos of 2020, I'm seeing lots of heartache & change for highly sensitive people. Energies are a-churnin' Ya'll!!!! As we face big changes & big unknowns as a tribe and individually we will be challenged to let go and move on in many ways. I share a story about my old supervisor, Gus, a Spiritual Father, who lovingly helped me when I was a super green therapist & human being & taught me by showing me simplicity & truth in letting go. How can highly sensitive people overcome the fear of letting go? In this episode, I highlight the importance of inner child work, understanding codependency, and practicing true self care. Get practical tips to let go with ease and focus on your personal growth and mental health. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundreds of hours of bonus episodes, monthly video livestreams, discounts, community, and different opportunities to work with Nikki in group

To consider compatibility I had to first understand and accept more about my personality and temperament--not what I thought my temperament and personality were supposed to be, but how I was made, how I am, what's changeable within myself and what isn't. I hope this week's episode opens the conversation of compatibility and workability in partnership to help us strengthen our existing relationship with self, current partners, inner circle. Are you a highly sensitive person struggling to find fulfilling relationships? I explore key principles such as integrity in action, avoiding taking things personally, and embracing constant negotiation. Emphasizing the importance of letting go of past hurts, acknowledging mental health challenges, and the value of self-motivated partners. These insights offer strategies for highly sensitive people to create supportive and balanced relationships while fostering personal growth and resilience. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can fin

Those of us in the Highly Sensitive Tribe can be so so hard on ourselves. I've learned over the years that HSPs and survivors tend to double down on personal pressure to 'just figure it out' when figuring it out might not be on the table in any given moment. This week's episode is about THAT--I share what I've learned to do when I just don't know what to do. Are you an HSP struggling with managing uncertainty and stress in a chaotic world? Discover essential mental health strategies tailored for Highly Sensitive People to navigate uncertainty and reduce stress effectively. Learn how to acknowledge and sit with your emotions, sleep on decisions, and practice self-grace. We share practical mental health tips for HSPs to release personal pressure, manage emotional waves, and seek supportive counseling or coaching. Understand the importance of exercising, embracing the grey areas, and taking mental breaks to foster emotional resilience. Dive into actionable advice on grounding techniques and coping mechanisms to

Let's talk about burnout compassion fatigue, compartmentalization and denial for our mental health. Therapists are taught about burnout before we see our 1st patient. lots of you know about burnout. I like the physical definitions of burnout to explain how it feels emotionally. "The failure of an electrical device or component through overheating. physical and mental collapse." If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundreds of hours of bonus episodes, monthly video livestreams, discounts, community, and different opportunities to work with Nikki in group format https://www.patreon.com/emotionalbadass Resources: Download the free Morning Routine PDF to learn our techniques to help conquer your day! https://www.emotionalbadass.com/morning-routine Community & Exclusive Bonus Episodes & Video: https://www.patreon.com/emotionalbadass 30 Days to Peace Course: https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/peace CODE: BADASS for 30% Off Ma

Exploring the Book Toxic Parents by Susan Forward Overcoming their hurtful legacy and reclaiming your life, levels of dysfunction, healing and boundaries. Are you an HSP struggling with toxic family dynamics and seeking healing? Discover how Susan Forward’s book "Toxic Parents" provides essential strategies for highly sensitive people to overcome dysfunction and reclaim their lives. Learn why HSPs benefit immensely from understanding the impact of verbal, physical, and emotional abuse detailed in Forward’s insightful work. Understand how setting boundaries, fostering self-approval, and practicing healthy confrontation can lead to profound personal growth. This episode offers practical advice for HSPs navigating the complexities of family dynamics, emphasizing the importance of self-care and resilience. Perfect for anyone committed to breaking the cycle of abuse and finding strength in their sensitivity. Resources: Download the free Morning Routine PDF to learn our techniques to help conquer your day! https://

What can be done to combat the alarming Black maternal health crisis? We sit down with Tracy Collins, founder of the National Black Doulas Association, to uncover the problems with healthcare and its impact on Black maternal mortality. Tracy shares her journey from midwifery to creating an organization dedicated to supporting Black birthing families. We discuss the critical differences between doctors, midwives, and doulas, and the essential role of doulas in providing emotional and physical support during childbirth. Tracy's insights shed light on the urgent need for advocacy, cultural competency, and listening to Black women's experiences to save lives and promote equality in maternal healthcare. Tune in for a compelling conversation that addresses the deep-rooted issues affecting Black maternal health and offers strategies for change. Resources: Download the free Morning Routine PDF to learn our techniques to help conquer your day! https://www.emotionalbadass.com/morning-routine Community & Exclusive Bonus

In this episode we read The Book Of Possibility https://www.amazon.com/Book-Possibility-Courtney-Cox-Smith/dp/0578625180 Understanding the primal ways we are programmed to look for problems helps us understand our task to mindfully shift to possibility in the modern world. Honored to read ya'll a book! Find Courtney Cox Smith's The Book of Possibility, now available on Amazon. Curious about how mindfulness can transform your mindset and enhance emotional resilience? Join us as we read "The Book of Possibility" by Courtney Cox Smith. In this episode, we delve into the primal ways our brains are wired for survival mode and the importance of shifting to a possibility mindset in the modern world. Discover how mindfulness techniques can help highly sensitive people and those seeking therapy and self-improvement overcome stressors and cultivate a more positive outlook on life. Gain practical strategies for retraining your brain, fostering emotional resilience, and navigating the challenges of abuse recovery. Dive

Sharing some of my own road through poverty, struggle, and humbling myself in the name of survival. I hope it helps anyone who is out there facing economic uncertainty, fear, and (hopefully not) desperation. I name the societal shame trap of facing 'taking a job that's beneath me,' and that financial hardship is a major player in suicidal ideation and a continuation of anxiety/depression and PTSD symptoms. As many enter (or deepen) financial uncertainty within our covid economy, I want to keep talking about money, hope, resiliency, surviving to thriving, understanding these deep and tender, generational and worth-impacting dynamics. For the record, our worth as individuals does not change. My worth and your worth remain, fixed, no matter our financial value or comfort, if there is one dollar or millions, even when our feelings try to say otherwise. How does poverty uniquely affect highly sensitive people (HSPs) and what can be done to build resilience in these challenging times? This episode addresses the emo

There’s so much for us to learn by observing our relationship to irritability, anxiety, and making mistakes as we evolve, break cycles, and grow emotional intelligence for introverts and extroverts. I hope there’s something in this episode to help us own what needs owning and help us let go of what doesn’t serve us. Might want to pull out a journal for this one! Do you often feel overwhelmed by guilt, shame, and irritability as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)? This episode addresses the unique mental health challenges faced by HSPs, empaths, and abuse survivors, providing practical strategies to enhance emotional resilience. Learn how to manage anxiety, own your mistakes without self-lashing, and break unhealthy patterns to foster personal growth. Through understanding the role of guilt and shame, we reveal how these emotions can serve as moral compasses, guiding you towards healthier relationships and self-care. Embrace your sensitivity and turn these uncomfortable feelings into opportunities for growth and

If you wait for courage before you act, then this episode is for you! I share how I found courage through the experience of skydiving--I hope it helps you understand your own relationship with bravery and challenge. Light and love! Ever faced a fear so big it paralyzed you? Discover how skydiving taught a highly sensitive person (HSP) to overcome fear and find true courage. Through this exhilarating experience, we uncover the lessons of personal growth, emotional resilience, and the unexpected ways bravery follows fear. This episode dives into the mental health benefits for HSPs, offering insights into facing challenges head-on and transforming fear into personal power. Learn how to harness courage and enhance your mental well-being. Join us as we share powerful strategies for overcoming fear, embracing bravery, and fostering personal growth for highly sensitive individuals. If you are interested in supporting us even more than a 5-star review, you can find Emotional Badass on Patreon where you will get hundr