#214 | HSP Anxiety About Falling Behind: Letting Go of “I Need to Catch Up”

Are You Stuck in the Trap of Comparing Yourself to Others? Do you ever feel like you're falling behind in life—watching others race ahead while you're still figuring things out? As a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), comparison can be an exhausting and stressful experience. But what if you didn’t need to “catch up” at all? Why This Episode is a Game-Changer for HSPs If you’ve ever struggled with feelings of inadequacy or pressure to meet society’s timelines, this episode will help you: ✅ Understand why HSPs often feel like they’re falling short when comparing themselves to others. ✅ Learn why the thought “I need to catch up” is one of the most debilitating beliefs you can hold. ✅ Discover how to shift your focus back to your own path and find peace in your unique journey. Listen Now and Free Yourself from the Pressure of Comparison This Guided Meditation Monday episode will help you break free from the mental trap of comparison and embrace your own natural pace. Hit play and start feeling lighter today! 🎧✨ Todd Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you’re interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

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As a highly sensitive person, are you looking for a more effective way to cope with stress and negative emotions? This show helps highly sensitive people avoid overwhelm, eliminate stress, and find true inner freedom. Listen to discover: • Specific stress management strategies to avoid overwhelm as an HSP • Real stories and insights to inspire your own inner freedom • Powerful ways to understand and embrace your sensitivity Todd Smith, your host and founder of True Inner Freedom, has been helping people reduce stress through The Work of Byron Katie since 2007—a powerful practice for questioning the thoughts that cause suffering. Each week, you’ll hear three episodes designed to support your inner freedom as an HSP: • Breakthrough Mondays feature success stories and insights to inspire your growth. • Self-Compassion Wednesdays explore the unique traits of high sensitivity and offer deeper self-understanding. • Strategy Fridays focus on practical tools and stress management strategies to help you stay balanced and grounded. If you’re ready to transform your inner experience, start by listening to Episode 189, “The 3 Pillars of Stress Management for HSPs: A Path to Emotional Balance​.”