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The Hypnotic Empath with Guest Emily Pattison: Microdosing, Oracle Cards, and overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Author
Robyn Holm
Published
Thu 14 Aug 2025
Episode Link
https://hypnoticempath.podbean.com/e/4-guest-emily-pattison-microdosing-oracle-cards-and-overcoming-imposter-syndrome/

Show Notes: The Hypnotic Empath Podcast – Em and Robyn



  • Host: Robyn Holm, Clinical Hypnotherapist, BodyTalk Practitioner, empowered empath

  • Guest: Emily (Em) Pattison– former hair stylist, social media manager, Oracle Deck creator


 


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  • 01:20 – Emily’s career change: Leaving hairdressing for intuition and new ventures

  • 03:24 – The call to change: Listening to intuition, family support, and transition to “Good Livin’”

  • 03:45 – Emily’s new role: Social media, content creation, and creative direction

  • 04:09 – Empath identity: What being an empath means to Emily

  • 04:45 – Empath tools: Energy protection, St. Germaine’s Violet Flame, and visualization

  • 06:06 – Empath as a gift: Using empathy in work and life

  • 06:44 – Challenges of empathy: Energy drains, boundaries, and learning to let go

  • 07:45 – Letting go: Techniques for releasing energy that isn’t yours

  • 08:25 – Visualization and water: Shower rituals for clearing energy

  • 09:17 – Violet Flame practice: Step-by-step guide

  • 10:01 – Checking in: “Is this mine or someone else’s?”

  • 10:44 – Positive empathy: Absorbing good energy from others

  • 11:29 – Parenting as an empath: Challenges, triggers, and microdosing for self-awareness

  • 13:15 – Microdosing: How it helps with empathy and overwhelm

  • 14:32 – Triggers and healing: Parenting, childhood, and breaking cycles

  • 16:00 – Repair after yelling: Apologizing and teaching children about emotions

  • 17:12 – Cycle breaking: Doing things differently from previous generations

  • 18:27 – Triggers as signposts: Using them for personal growth

  • 19:48 – Co-parenting as empaths: Tag-teaming and supporting each other

  • 21:00 – Microdosing explained: What it is and how it works for Emily

  • 22:34 – Imposter syndrome: Showing up online as a sensitive person

  • 24:15 – Overcoming fear: Repetition, self-talk, and fun in content creation

  • 25:41 – The online world: Reaching a global audience and finding your people

  • 27:18 – Vulnerability online: Dealing with criticism and staying authentic

  • 28:21 – Inspiration: The ripple effect of shining your light

  • 28:59 – Oracle cards: Emily’s journey to creating her own decks

  • 30:38 – Growth mindset: “I don’t know how to do it yet, but I’ll figure it out”

  • 31:45 – Just start: The importance of beginning, even if you’re not ready

  • 32:41 – How to get the Oracle cards: Website and contact info

  • 34:11 – What Emily wishes she knew 10 years ago: Permission to slow down and be present

  • 35:57 – What’s next: New Oracle deck, family, and staying present

  • 37:12 – Closing: Robyn’s thanks, resources, and final message


 


Takeaways:



  • Sensitivity is a gift, not a weakness

  • Boundaries and self-care are essential for empaths

  • It’s okay to slow down and savor the moment

  • Triggers are opportunities for healing

  • Show up as you are – your light inspires others


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