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September 27, 2023 · In: HSP Journey, HSP Self-Care Lori Cangilla

Do Highly Sensitive People Change as They Age? (6 Ways to Support HSP Aging Process)

As a psychologist, I’m frequently asked if I believe that people can change as adults. Frankly, I don’t think I could have lasted a quarter of a century in this field if my answer weren’t an emphatic YES! Adults can and do change across their lifespans, despite the cliches of the grumpy elder who is stuck in their ways. Let’s look at HSP Aging from the research about adult development and how we can use this information to support ourselves as aging highly sensitive people (HSPs).... Read More

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September 27, 2023 · In: HSP Self-Care Lauren Hunter

Downtime for HSPs: Balancing Sleep, Solitude, and Relaxation for Well-Being

Downtime for HSPs is a common area of question. We HSPs often don't look like our friends or family in terms of necessary downtime. In truth, we need more sleep than average, sometimes as much as 10 or 12 hours. We love having multiple hours a day alone, and we need good chunks of downtime to maintain our sanity and feel satisfied with life.... Read More

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September 19, 2023 · In: HSP Books Lauren Hunter

6 Self-Help Books for Highly Sensitive People

Self-help books for highly sensitive people can be valuable resources for individuals who experience heightened emotional responses to external stimuli. I've hand-picked some of my favorite self-help books that have appealed to me and helped me over the years. Many HSPs are naturally self-motivated to improve themselves. I've often been told that I'm extremely self-aware, which I consider to be a perk of the Highly Sensitive Person Trait. ... Read More

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September 19, 2023 · In: HSP Self-Care, HSP Journey Lauren Hunter

Curb HSP Overwhelm Through Creativity (6 Ways)

As a creative Highly Sensitive Person, overwhelm can often take over my landscape. However, I have found that incorporating creative self-care practices into my routine can help alleviate stress and calm my nervous system. In fact, you can curb HSP overwhelm through creativity. Even if you don't consider yourself a creative person, there are still ways to leverage creativity to reduce anxiety and feel more centered. In this section, I will share six of my favorite ways to creatively reduce overwhelm.... Read More

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September 13, 2023 · In: HSP Self-Care, HSP Journey Lauren Hunter

Is There a Connection Between HSP and Neurodiversity?

In recent years, many researchers, psychologists, and therapists who study the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) have been asking the question, is there a connection between HSP and neurodiversity? As an HSP, you may have heard about the discussion of sensitivity fitting into the term, "neurodivergence" or "neurodiversity" and not know if it applies to you as a Highly Sensitive Person. ... Read More

11 Authentic Signs You Might be a Highly Sensitive Person

September 7, 2023 · In: HSP Journey Lauren Hunter

11 Authentic Signs You Might be a Highly Sensitive Person

If you struggled during your childhood or young adulthood with the demands placed on you by your parents, your school, or your friends, you might be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). Children who are quieter, more reserved, less competitive, more creative, and more astute in their observations of the world around them frequently find out that they are highly sensitive. High sensitivity isn't a curse, and it's not a disorder. In this article, we aim to share authentic signs you might be a Highly Sensitive Person. ... Read More

15 Friendly Tips to Find Silence as an HSP

September 6, 2023 · In: HSP Self-Care Lauren Hunter

15 Friendly Tips to Find Silence as an HSP

As highly sensitive individuals, we often feel overwhelmed by the noise and chaos of our daily lives. Our heightened sensitivity to our surroundings can make it challenging for us to navigate through a world filled with distractions. One essential aspect for any Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) to master is finding and enjoying silence, as it helps us recharge our senses and regain inner balance. These friendly tips to find silence as an HSP can make or break your experience. Consider adding one or two of these options to your self-care repertoire.... Read More

6 career fields ideal for a highly sensitive person

August 29, 2023 · In: HSP Coaching, HSP Careers Jenny Fries

6 Career Fields Ideal for a Highly Sensitive Person

Choosing a career that aligns with one's personality traits and sensitivities can greatly enhance job satisfaction and overall well-being. The Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) tends to be more attuned to their surroundings, emotions, and the emotions of others. They often thrive in environments that allow them to utilize their unique qualities. This article will explore six career fields ideal for a highly sensitive person, considering their strengths, abilities, and preferences.... Read More

30 Bold Affirmations for Overwhelmed HSPs

August 23, 2023 · In: HSP Journey, HSP Self-Care Lauren Hunter

30 Bold Affirmations for Overwhelmed HSPs

Many of us who identify with being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), frequently live in a near-constant state of sensory, emotional, and physical overstimulation, or overwhelm. Overwhelm is the emotion that rises up when we are overstimulated in one or more areas. It can be hard to plan ahead, evaluate a situation, adjust expectations, and experience overwhelm despite everything you've done to prepare. And yet, as HSPs, we need to be prepared with an arsenal to combat the overwhelm feeling that will inevitably overtake us from day to day. In this article, I'd like to share these bold affirmations for overwhelmed HSPs. ... Read More

HSP Careers for Overwhelmed Introverts

August 18, 2023 · In: HSP Journey, HSP Careers Lauren Hunter

HSP Careers for Overwhelmed Introverts

When asked what their least favorite trait of high sensitivity is, people will often answer that feeling easily overwhelmed is top of their list. I remember interacting with a new boss early in my professional career who managed his staff by heaping loads of projects, deadlines, and assignments on me until I cried 'uncle.' He then mocked me (in a fun-loving way, of course) by parroting back to me in a sarcastic voice, "I feel so overwhelmed!" ... Read More

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  • Do Highly Sensitive People Change as They Age? (6 Ways to Support HSP Aging Process)
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  • 6 Self-Help Books for Highly Sensitive People
  • Curb HSP Overwhelm Through Creativity (6 Ways)
  • Is There a Connection Between HSP and Neurodiversity?
  • 11 Authentic Signs You Might be a Highly Sensitive Person
  • 15 Friendly Tips to Find Silence as an HSP
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