Canaries in the Coal Mine
Welcome to Canaries in the Coal Mine — a podcast for people who notice deeply, tell the truth, and are breaking patterns they didn’t choose.
I’m Shannon — a former party girl turned cycle-breaker, trauma survivor, boundary-setter, and fellow feel-everything human. I know what it’s like to grow up reading the room, managing emotions that weren’t yours, and learning to doubt your own instincts just to stay connected.
This podcast is for anyone who was raised around addiction, emotional immaturity, narcissism, codependency, or emotional neglect — and grew up feeling “too much,” too sensitive, or somehow wrong.
But here’s the truth:
You’re not broken.
You’re not crazy.
You’re just the canary.
Through thoughtful conversations, grounded tools, and clear language, we talk about emotional patterns, family systems, boundaries that protect, nervous system overload, and what it actually takes to come back to yourself.
Just honest conversation.
If you’ve always noticed what others missed, you’ll feel at home here.
🎙️ New episodes every other Tuesday at 1 PM ET.
Canaries in the Coal Mine
The Truth About Highly Sensitive People
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Highly Sensitive Person traits, sensitivity, emotional healing - Have you ever been told you're "too sensitive"? Felt like your emotions were inconvenient, dramatic, or just "too much"?
Here's the truth: You're not broken-you're the canary in the coal mine. And your sensitivity isn't weakness; it's survival wisdom.
In this cinematic deep dive from Canaries in the Coal Mine, we explore what it truly means to be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). Inspired by the pioneering research of Dr. Elaine Aron, you'll discover the four core traits of HSPs, the crucial difference between innate sensitivity and trauma responses, and why society often mistakes emotional depth for fragility.
We'll also walk through practical, real-world tools to protect your energy, honor your nervous system, and thrive in a world that often rewards speed over sensitivity.
Because here, we don't toughen up-we tune in.
🕊️ Inside this Episode:
- The 4 core HSP traits (DOES Model)
- How trauma overlaps with sensitivity (and how to tell them apart)
- How society gaslights sensitive people-and how to stop gaslighting yourself
- Powerful daily tools for Highly Sensitive People to protect their energy
🕯️ Featured Resources I Recommend:
- Documentary: 'Sensitive: 'The Untold Story' (with Dr. Elaine Aron)
- Book: 'The Highly Sensitive Person' by Dr. Elaine Aron
- 'Sensitive is the New Strong' by Anita Moorjani
- 'Quiet' by Susan Cain
✨ The HSP Survival Map: 7 Tools to Protect Your Energy and Honor Your Sensitivity
👉 https://www.thecanariesinthecoalmine.com/b3d41t3hp2
✨ Canary's Survival Guide – "7 Tools for Sensitive Souls"*
👉 https://mailchi.mp/7d6d2342bb0b/the-canarys-survival-guide
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Disclaimer: I am not a licensed therapist. This content is for educational purposes only. Please consult a licensed mental health professional if you need support._
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