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You Belong: Why an HSP or Introvert Support Group Makes Such a Difference

If you’ve been trying to make career decisions or navigate life as a highly sensitive person (HSP) or introvert, it can kick up thoughts like “I just don’t fit anywhere.” That’s why finding an HSP support group or introvert support group—especially one with a steady leader who gets it firsthand—can be such a relief and smooth the way for your progress.

I know because that’s how it has worked for me, and for the people in the groups I lead. I have wonderful people in my life, but when I’m around my sensitive soul people, it fills a particular need in my core. I know it’s a critical piece of why I’m as fulfilled and at ease as a sensitive soul.

In this post, I’ve got success stories, ways an Introvert or HSP group is different, and some possible groups to check out. Including groups for solo entrepreneurs or those considering that path.

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The Start-Stop Cycle on Your Livelihood Goals: A Gentle Approach

The start-stop cycle on new career or new business goals is common. It doesn’t mean you’re bad at it. Learn an easy way to get your momentum.

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Gentle Holiday Guide for Introverts and Sensitive Souls

7 short and sweet tips for how I make the winter holiday time work for me as an introvert and HSP.

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“I need to be more intentional about my next career move… but how?”

You’ve told yourself you need to be more intentional about your next career move but you likely don’t know how to make it more intentional. This guide can show you a simple path for what that could look like.

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Reinventing Your Business as a Solopreneur: A Real Pivot Story.

What happens when your business no longer fits? In this candid interview, we explore one woman’s pivot story and the lessons for reinventing without starting over. Video interview + written tips.

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Can You Really Make a Living as an Artist? (Especially If You’re a Sensitive Soul)

Discover artist realities from a self-supporting artist’s experience. Making it as a sensitive creative, without burning out or selling out.

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Lessons from Leading a Workshop as an Introverted and HSP Solopreneur

Hosting workshops as an introvert and HSP solopreneur can be daunting. My recent workshop hosting experience: from nervous to calmer.

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Calmer Career Transition for Sensitive Souls – Workshop Highlights

Explore calmer career transition for introverts and sensitive souls in this workshop summary and gain valuable tips for your journey.

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A word about toxic workplaces

If you’re feeling stuck in a toxic workplace or still haunted by the after-effects of it, here’s what can help with coping and recovery. And what helps when you’re trying to think about your next work.

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How I Get Unstuck for Making Decisions and Taking Action

It’s so easy to get stuck on big career or business decisions and not take action, sometimes for years. Here’s how I get unstuck, the easy way.

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