As we head into Thanksgiving week, I’m offering you a quiet pause—a soft place to land in the midst of the noise.

In this solo episode, I share a deeply personal story from a season of my life when gratitude felt far away—when I knew all the science and spiritual truths about it, but couldn’t feel it in my body. I talk about what happened in that season, what finally shifted inside me, and why I believe gratitude is one of the most transformational postures we can choose—even when it’s the last thing we feel.

We also explore:

• Why real gratitude is not toxic positivity—and how to practice it without bypassing pain
• The neuroscience of gratitude: how it rewires your brain and regulates your nervous system
• The difference between thankfulness, appreciation, and gratitude—and why it matters
• The spiritual practice of giving thanks for what you can’t yet see
• A simple but powerful reflection + daily practice for the Thanksgiving season

If this episode encourages you, I’d love for you to share it.
Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with peace, presence, and quiet beauty.

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RESOURCES & LINKS

• Take the quiz: Are You a Gifted Woman?
• Sign up to receive my Sanctuary Letters
• Book a free Flourishing Call
• Follow me on Instagram: @dr.andrealein
• Learn more: andrealein.com

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What if the traits you’ve been pathologized for… are actually markers of your brilliance?

In this episode, I’m diving deep into a quiet epidemic I’ve seen again and again in my work with gifted, emotionally intense women: misdiagnosis.

So many women come to me having been labeled with ADHD, bipolar disorder, borderline personality, or other clinical diagnoses—when what’s really going on is giftedness that was never seen, named, or supported.

These women aren’t broken.
They’re brilliant—and misunderstood.

I’ll walk you through how traits like emotional intensity, fast thinking, sensitivity, and asynchronous development can mimic clinical symptoms, leading to confusion and disconnection from your true self. And I’ll share what happens when we start reclaiming a fuller picture—one that honors your depth instead of pathologizing it.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Is something wrong with me—or am I just wired differently?”
…this conversation is for you.

What I Talk About in This Episode:

• Why gifted women are often misdiagnosed—or missed entirely
• How gifted traits can overlap with symptoms of ADHD, autism, bipolar disorder, BPD, and OCD, and more
• What asynchronous development looks like in adult women
• The high cost of treating brilliance like a problem
• How to begin rebuilding trust in your own wiring

A Reframe to Remember
“You’re not broken. You’re brilliant—and the system just didn’t see you clearly.”

Resources mentioned in this episode: SENG (Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted): https://sengifted.org/

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RESOURCES & LINKS

• Take the quiz: Are You a Gifted Woman?
• Sign up to receive my Sanctuary Letters
• Book a free Flourishing Call
• Follow me on Instagram: @dr.andrealein
• Learn more: andrealein.com

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As we head into the holidays, so many of us are juggling full lives, big emotions, and a lot of expectations. In this episode, I sit down with my first guest on the podcast: psychotherapist and author Niro Feliciano to talk about her new book, All Is Calm-ish: How to Feel Less Frantic and More Festive During the Holidays—a 31-day guide to help you move through the season with more peace, perspective, and joy.

Not only is Niro a bestselling author, she’s a frequent contributor to NBC, the Today Show, and national publications. She specializes in anxiety, emotional well-being, and parenting—and brings a grounded, compassionate, deeply human approach to everything she teaches.

We talk about what really makes this time of year so emotionally charged for women, how to let go of perfection and obligation, and how to choose what is truly life-giving for you and your family (even if that means doing things differently this year).

In this conversation, we explore:

• Niro’s unexpected (and deeply faith-led) journey from private practice to national media
• Why the holidays feel so intense for so many women
• How Niro’s own story shaped All Is Calm-ish
• Simple, realistic ways to create more calm, joy, and breathing room
• The kind of self-care that actually supports you (beyond manicures and massages)

If you’re craving a season that feels more grounded and less overwhelming, this episode is for you.

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:

Follow Niro Feliciano on Instagram: @nirofeliciano

Learn more on Niro's website: www.nirofeliciano.com

Check out Niro’s new book: All Is Calm-ish: How to Feel Less Frantic and More Festive During the Holidays

Want to go deeper?
🎁Join me for my live virtual workshop, The Gift of Rest, on November 19, 2025—a gentle, guided reset before the rush of the holidays.

Send me a text -- I'd love to hear your questions for the show!

RESOURCES & LINKS

• Take the quiz: Are You a Gifted Woman?
• Sign up to receive my Sanctuary Letters
• Book a free Flourishing Call
• Follow me on Instagram: @dr.andrealein
• Learn more: andrealein.com

SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW

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