As the heat turns up and the days stretch on, summer brings its own brand of excitement—bright sunshine, busy social gatherings, and a seemingly endless list of possibilities. Yet for us as Highly Sensitive People, that intensity can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to sleep. Longer days can tempt us to pack more into our schedules, making it tough to wind down when night finally arrives. Summer sleep for the sensitive soul turns out to be harder to come by. ... Read More
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Spring Awakening for the Sensitive Soul
Spring is nearly here. It’s that season of fresh starts and budding possibilities, when the world feels like it’s waking up from a long nap. For many highly sensitive persons (HSPs), this spring awakening can bring a mix of relief and overwhelm—we’re excited by the blooming beauty but also overwhelmed about how much energy it can stir up inside us.... Read More
7 Tips for Deep Winter Rest for the Sensitive Soul
Winter is coming and for many of us, this means cold long nights. I’m reminded with each passing day of just how powerful these seasonal shifts can be, especially for us highly sensitive people. Winter has a unique energy—a deep, quiet pull inward that invites us to slow down, cozy up, and find comfort in stillness. I've found over the years that I must become intentional around finding deep winter rest for the sensitive soul.... Read More
Autumn Sleep Changes for Highly Sensitive People
As autumn rolls in with its cooler breezes and shorter days, it’s the perfect time to adjust our sleep routines for the new season. If you’re anything like me, you probably feel these seasonal shifts more intensely. That’s where Ayurveda, an ancient holistic health system from India and a sister science to yoga, comes in. This time-tested wisdom offers valuable insights to help us as Highly Sensitive People navigate autumn sleep changes more smoothly. By aligning our habits with nature’s rhythms, we can better manage the shifts and find balance as the season changes.... Read More