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Todd Smith
Приєднався 16 чер 2012
Todd is passionate about The Work of Byron Katie, a simple way to question any stressful thought and turn it around. He has been practicing The Work since 2007 and he loves to share his enthusiasm for it with others. In this channel, you will find many videos of Todd facilitating participants from his weekly Open Sessions.
You will start to recognize the four questions of The Work of Byron Katie:
1. Is it true?
2. Can you absolutely know that it's true?
3. How do you react, what happens, when you believe that thought?
4. Who would you be without the thought?
And you will become familiar with the turnarounds (opposites) and examples of how the turnarounds could be as true as the original stressful thought.
The process is the same each time, but the subject matter covers a wide range of topics. In addition to facilitation videos, you will also find many videos of Todd sharing his thoughts and experiences related to how to do The Work and how to go deeply into many topics.
You will start to recognize the four questions of The Work of Byron Katie:
1. Is it true?
2. Can you absolutely know that it's true?
3. How do you react, what happens, when you believe that thought?
4. Who would you be without the thought?
And you will become familiar with the turnarounds (opposites) and examples of how the turnarounds could be as true as the original stressful thought.
The process is the same each time, but the subject matter covers a wide range of topics. In addition to facilitation videos, you will also find many videos of Todd sharing his thoughts and experiences related to how to do The Work and how to go deeply into many topics.
Perfectionism and HSPs: Understanding the Roots and Finding Relief
Do you struggle with letting go of the need for perfection?
In this episode, you’ll discover:
The difference between doing things well and falling into perfectionism.
How to move past the stress of needing everything to be flawless.
A practical method to embrace and even master imperfection.
Join me as we explore ways to find joy and balance by loosening the grip of perfectionism.
Todd
P.S. Help me create the content you want by taking my survey about the kinds of stresses you face as an HSP: trueinnerfreedom.com/
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.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
The difference between doing things well and falling into perfectionism.
How to move past the stress of needing everything to be flawless.
A practical method to embrace and even master imperfection.
Join me as we explore ways to find joy and balance by loosening the grip of perfectionism.
Todd
P.S. Help me create the content you want by taking my survey about the kinds of stresses you face as an HSP: trueinnerfreedom.com/
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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Should I Hide My Feelings? A Meditation on Emotional Expression for Highly Sensitive People
Переглядів 299 годин тому
Are you often worried about what others might be thinking? In this episode, you’ll discover: How to work through stress from others’ problems when it feels overwhelming. How to pinpoint the specific moments that bring stress to light. How to cultivate the courage to be honest and vulnerable-even with those who may be difficult. Listen in as we dive into authentic connection, shifting focus from...
Feeling Stressed by Someone Else’s Problems? How to Do The Work on It
Переглядів 209 годин тому
Are you often worried about what others might be thinking? In this episode, you’ll discover: How to work through stress from others’ problems when it feels overwhelming. How to pinpoint the specific moments that bring stress to light. How to cultivate the courage to be honest and vulnerable-even with those who may be difficult. Listen in as we dive into authentic connection, shifting focus from...
Overcoming Overwhelm in Crowded Spaces: A Guided Meditation for Highly Sensitive People
Переглядів 3214 годин тому
Do you find busy environments overwhelming? In this episode, you’ll discover: What’s really happening when you feel stressed by your surroundings. How to stay balanced in distracting environments, even as an HSP. Why your reaction to the environment may be more of a factor than the environment itself. Join me as we explore ways to manage overwhelm, finding options for inner peace even when life...
Taking On Others’ Emotions: An HSP Survival Guide
Переглядів 3821 годину тому
Do you find yourself taking on others' emotions as an HSP? In this episode, you’ll discover: What’s actually happening when you feel others’ emotions as your own. How to stay balanced while being sensitive to others’ feelings. Why sensitivity and stress are two very different things. Join me as we explore ways to experience connection without overwhelm, allowing sensitivity to be a gift instead...
When Forgiving Feels Impossible: Overcoming Resistance to Inner Work for HSPs
Переглядів 72День тому
Have you ever felt resistance to letting go of a stressful thought, even when you know it no longer serves you? In this episode, you’ll discover: Why pushing through resistance can be counterproductive in inner work. How to approach resistance with kindness and curiosity to open new insights. How one participant shifted from resistance to openness through gentle questioning. Discover how unders...
Quiet Time Without Shame: A Guided Meditation for HSPs
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Do you feel self-conscious or ashamed for needing quiet time as an HSP? In this episode, you’ll discover: Why feeling weird for needing downtime is more common than you think. How to use real-life situations where you feel shamed to do inner work. The advantages that come from embracing and prioritizing your need for quiet time. Join me as we explore ways to break free from self-judgment and fi...
The Bucket Holiday: Stress Management Strategy for Highly Sensitive People
Переглядів 7414 днів тому
Are you feeling constantly overwhelmed as an HSP? Discover the life-changing concept of a "bucket holiday" and learn how it can help you regain calm and control in your life. In this episode, you’ll find out: Why HSPs experience overwhelm more than non-HSPs through the "bucket" analogy. How you can locate key areas to manage your stress by understanding bucket capacity, drainage, and stimuli co...
Healing Guilt Through Inner Work: A Personal Journey for Highly Sensitive People
Переглядів 7814 днів тому
Have you ever felt burdened by guilt from a past encounter, especially with family, and wondered how to let it go? In this episode, we explore how to release lingering guilt and self-judgment in relationships, especially those that carry emotional weight. You'll learn how to approach old memories to find freedom in the present. In this episode, you’ll discover: How to identify a stressful thoug...
Reducing Election Anxiety: A Stress Management Meditation for HSPs
Переглядів 8714 днів тому
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the divisive nature of politics? In this episode, you’ll discover: How to prevent yourself from getting carried away by others' political posturing. Why understanding opposing political parties and passionately political people can shift your experience. How to reconnect with your inner calm, even in turbulent times. Explore ways to find ease and inner balance in ...
Fatigue or Stress? Stress Management Strategies for HSPs
Переглядів 5821 день тому
Have you ever wondered why you feel so tired and whether it’s from stress or simple fatigue? Knowing the difference could change everything about how you recharge. This episode explores how to tell the difference between fatigue and stress for highly sensitive people (HSPs) and why addressing them requires different strategies. You'll learn how to recognize whether you need physical rest or to ...
How to Manage Conflicting Views Without Overwhelm: Inner Work for Highly Sensitive People
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Do you feel torn between staying true to your values and maintaining connections with others? What if you could find a way to hold both without losing your inner balance? This episode dives into how highly sensitive people (HSPs) can navigate the inner conflict that arises when the desire for connection seems to clash with personal values. Learn how to recognize and release the thoughts that ke...
Letting Go of "I Can’t Relax Until It’s Done": A Stress Relief Meditation for HSP's
Переглядів 7721 день тому
Do you ever feel like you can’t rest until everything is done? What if the secret to getting things done was allowing yourself to rest first? In this episode, we explore why the desire to finish and the need for rest often conflict with each other, especially for highly sensitive people (HSPs). You’ll learn how to loosen your grip on the need to complete everything before you take a break, and ...
Rest as the Ultimate Stress Management for HSPs: Overcoming Barriers to True Rest
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Do you struggle to prioritize rest as a highly sensitive person? What if you could uncover the thoughts preventing you from resting and find practical ways to recharge, even in a world that doesn’t always value downtime? In this episode, we explore how essential rest is for highly sensitive people (HSPs) and why it’s the antidote to overwhelm. You’ll learn how to recognize and challenge the bel...
Self-Judgment vs. Self-Compassion: Navigating Doubts in The Work of Byron Katie for HSPs
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Do you struggle with self-judgments? What if you could find a way to navigate self-criticism without using it to justify or defend yourself? In this episode, we explore why it’s generally not recommended to start questioning self-judgments if you're new to The Work of Byron Katie and how to balance between self-compassion and responsibility. You’ll learn how to trust your stress to guide you to...
The Work of Byron Katie for HSPs: Navigating Self-Judgment as a Newcomer
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Social Proof vs. Inner Truth: A Meditation for HSPs on “There’s Something Wrong with Me"
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Spotting Overwhelm Before It Hits: Stress Management Strategies for HSPs
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The Myth of “I’ve Done This Already”: Why Inner Work Is Never Truly Done for HSPs
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How to stay curious and present, even when your mind says, "I already know this."
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The Art of Conflict for HSPs: Finding Balance Between Empathy and Boundaries
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Should You Let Go or Speak Up? Navigating The Work of Byron Katie for HSPs
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Beyond Thoughts: Discovering Who You Are with The Work of Byron Katie
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Overcoming Performance Anxiety: A Stress Relief Meditation for HSPs
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Sensitive, Not Fragile: How to Build Resilience Beyond Stressors for HSPs
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Coping with Stress Around Money: The Work of Byron Katie for Highly Sensitive People
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Setting Boundaries Without Guilt: Inner Work for Highly Sensitive People
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Anxiety Overload: Stress Management Strategies for Highly Sensitive People
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Feeling Irresponsible? Inner Work for Highly Sensitive People
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Ease the Urgency: A Deadline Meditation for HSPs to Avoid Overwhelm
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Ease the Urgency: A Deadline Meditation for HSPs to Avoid Overwhelm
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Question number 4: The first thing I came up with was: I would be selfish. But when I dropped into silence and took time to let the imaginary situation unfold, I noticed that it was the exact opposite: I still was compassionate, I was kind and loving, but NOT selfish. :) (The situation that came to my mind was one where my mother would be very disappointed and sad of what happened. Fortunately we were able to prevent it, but it was about to happen for 2 weeks. o_O)
Hi. You know, I 've been watching this video with a nice guy telling Katie Byron, that he is not living up to his full potential from time to time again and again. Well I identify with this belief, and somehow watching helps more than doing it alone myself... If the belief comes back, I can laugh a little, ah, yeah I know this hole in my street... But it takes time. I thank you a lot for your work 😊
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This totally speaks to me
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Wonderful support and listening. ❤
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Wonderful interaction. The lady has incredible insights.
You are so kind.
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Thank you Todd
Love the easiness of your explanation
thank you for this lovely video
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Omg 💓 I´ve never felt that familiar with a Work! 💌 Dear fellow HSPs - Thank you for this video, it´s a beautiful and touching one for sure! Sigh ~ 👍
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Fantastic segue!! You've were great 15 years ago, and you keep getting better!! Looking forward to more of these videos!
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How courageous this lady is！ Big thank you for her openness & honesty！ from JAPAN
thank you for this...
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I just love this conversation ❤
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Love the sharing ❤
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im new to question 4. last night i wanted to work on the tought " My dog could get lost forever in the street", then i asked my self What would this situation be like without thought? , and even i didnt got an answer, i did felt like attachment toughts arising (if i let go this tought im going to abandon my dog, even when my dog is completely okay).
Question 4 is a powerful question and it requires a gentle hold. Great work noticing the attachment thought, "If i let go of this thought, I'm going to abandon my dog." You could even question that thought first before continuing with your inquiry. Keep in mind that question 4 is just a thought experiment. You don't have to let go of any thought. Just notice the difference in your inner experience with the thought (question 3) and without the thought (question 4). This will show you how this thought affects you on an experiential level. That's the only purpose of it. Then try some turnarounds and look for a perspective that feels more balanced (less stressful) if you can find one.
@@theworkasmeditation thanks a lot todd, today i worked again on question 4 and it was the first time i experienced Who would i be in that situation without the tought. Kinda strange being honest. Thanks for the advice, i almost forgot that its a tought experiment ☺️🤝
This episode is so eye opening for me. It really showed me how I am too taking a situation to use it to bolster a story about me being unworthy and so totally different than most people I meet. The yahoo turnaround made the shift for me and brought me, like the courageous lady doing the work, to my habitual 'easy' way out not taking any responsibility for me owning that the person is not fitting in for me. I am a people pleaser and live with the idea that I have to be nice to everybody. And I expect people to treat me the same way. When they don't, I feel rejected. It's so eye opening to really feel this turnaround and to make it a living turnaround; showing the courage to just be honest and in doing that taking responsibility of my own happiness and bypassing the vicious circle of being the victim. Wow, what a gift to receive from someone else doing Her Work on My Work. Thank you!
What about emotions tho
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