If a throat clear makes you homicidal, you are not alone. This week, we explore the overstimulated world of sensory processing sensitivity, including misophonia, tactile defensiveness, texture aversions, and more.

Amanda shares personal stories, like how she trained her high school friend to chew like a decent human being, breaks down the brain science in plain English, and offers real-life coping tips for when everyday life feels like too much.

You are not too sensitive. The world is just loud.

Whether you have misophonia, are a highly sensitive person, or just want to understand why wet paper feels like a war crime, this episode is for you.

Listen, subscribe, and feel a little more understood wherever you get your podcasts.

Psychologist and eating disorder specialist Dr. Rachel Evans joins Amanda to explore the deeper layers of disordered eating, identity, and what real recovery looks like. With both lived and clinical experience, she shares how healing is possible—even when it’s messy.

Connect with Dr. Rachel Evans at eatingdisordertherapist.co.uk, listen to her podcast Just Eat Normally, or find her on Instagram at @rachel.evans.phd.

This conversation delves into the complexities of grief, particularly focusing on the experience of being childless not by choice. The speakers share their personal journeys through grief, mental health, and the impact of childhood experiences on their adult lives. They discuss the importance of validation, acceptance, and the blurred lines between grief and mental health issues. The conversation emphasizes the need for compassionate support and the transformative power of understanding one's grief.You can reach Judi at her Linktree:https://linktr.ee/embraceyourfuture.judi