For many adults and highly sensitive people alike, saying no doesn't come naturally. You may have had parents who allowed other family members to walk all over them, or you might been surrounded by adults in your family who were good at having firm personal boundaries. Yet as you navigate decisions, your sensitive nature has taken charge over the years and you've found it too difficult to say no in your own life. Either way - nature or nurture - we can all benefit from 22 firm, yet gentle ways to say no for HSPs.... Read More
HSP Careers
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
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
Building an HSP Growth Mindset
As a psychologist specializing in helping people with the Highly Sensitive Person trait (HSP), I’ve observed that HSPs are prone to pushing themselves to do more, do it better, and make a positive impact on their own lives and the world around them. I love this quality of HSPs. This push towards growth is a sign of health, creativity, and being well-adjusted. But it can come with a dark side if we do not manage our HSP tendencies to overthink and to feel too deeply. We need an HSP growth mindset to balance our drive to grow and our need to do it sustainably.... Read More
Managing and Working with Highly Sensitive People
In the workplace, the characteristics of the trait can show up as both beneficial and challenging--not only for the HSP, but for their managers and coworkers, too. Managing and working with Highly Sensitive People well is a worthy goal. ... Read More
3 Habits to Becoming Your Best Highly Sensitive Self at Work
If you are one of the 15-20% of the population who has the highly sensitive trait, you know how challenging everyday situations can be — with environments and also with people. While no one can control every situation, there are things Highly Sensitive People (HSP) can do at their workplace to minimize environmental stimulation and emotional energy overload. ... Read More