What if the very thing you’ve been told is “too much” is actually your greatest strength?
In this episode of the Powerful Introvert Podcast, I talk with Jessica Michel, founder of Merfleur Wellness, about why sensitivity—especially as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)—isn’t a weakness to overcome, but a strength to cultivate.
Jessica shares her journey from navigating personal health challenges to helping sensitive, high-performing creatives and leaders build resilience, prevent burnout, and thrive. We dive into the science of sensory processing sensitivity, the misunderstood traits of HSPs, and the cultural biases that too often push sensitive people to the margins.
This conversation is filled with practical insights—whether you’re an HSP yourself or want to better support the sensitive people in your life. Topics include:
Nervous system regulation and the role of amino acid therapy
How chronic stress impacts both mind and body
Why gut health is foundational for mental clarity and emotional resilience
The connection between stored emotions and physical health
How to move gently, with awareness, toward healing and thriving
Episode Chapters
00:00 – Rapid nervous system shifts with amino acid therapy
00:40 – Introducing Jessica Michel & Merfleur Wellness
01:15 – Supporting sensitive, high-performing creatives and leaders
02:50 – What it means to be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)
04:30 – The science of sensory processing sensitivity
05:40 – Misunderstandings and cultural bias toward sensitivity
07:00 – Resilience, early experiences, and overcoming struggle
09:10 – Discovering her sensitivity and embracing identity
11:50 – From personal health challenges to launching her practice
15:00 – The nervous system’s role in overwhelm and burnout
19:20 – Chronic stress and the need for calm states
21:50 – Functional lab testing and personalized diagnostics
24:50 – Gut health as the foundation for brain and immune function
28:20 – Emotions stored in the body and organ connections
33:00 – Healing with sensitivity in mind and moving gently
36:00 – Why everyone can benefit from functional health awareness
38:40 – Closing thoughts and reflections
Connect with Jessica Michel
🌐 Website: merfleurwellness.com
📱 Instagram: @merfleurwellness
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