If you’re a highly sensitive person, the word “criticism” might make you cringe. You may even consider it a dirty word. What others think to be constructive and helpful criticism can feel like destructive criticism to an HSP. In this article, we’ll explore why HSPs often struggle with criticism and offer some strategies for how to equip yourself when oversensitive to criticism.... Read More
HSP Coaching
How to Create Your Personal Wellness Team: 12 Must-Haves
I've had a chronic health condition for over 20 years, and have always needed more support for my sensitivity than my peers. Along my path of mental and physical health management, I coined this idea of my own personal "HSP wellness team." It's not easy being sensitive and needing more emotional, physical, and spiritual support on a daily basis. While having the sensory processing sensitivity (SPS) trait (commonly known as the highly sensitive person trait) is a blessing not a curse, building your very own personal HSP wellness team to rally around you can provide the highest level of support for all your HSP needs.... Read More
4 Unique HSP Aging Benefits
Some aspects of growing older are indeed less appealing, but there are some HSP aging benefits to consider. As a fellow highly sensitive people (HSP), I aim to share four HSP aging benefits so that you can be on the lookout for them in your own life and take steps to consciously cultivate them.... Read More
Helpful Guide for Sensory Overload and HSP Overstimulation
Struggling with sensory overload in the hustle and bustle of everyday life can be a challenge, but the book, "Too Loud, Too Bright, Too Fast, Too Tight," offers a ray of hope for sensitive people who struggle with HSP overstimulation.... Read More
3 Factors That Predispose HSPs to Imposter Syndrome (Plus 3 Coping Strategies)
Have you ever felt the sinking, hot sensation that you’re about to be discovered, and exposed as a fraud? If so, you know how powerful imposter syndrome can be for highly sensitive people (HSPs). The good news is that imposter syndrome doesn’t have to control your life.... Read More
Achieve Highly Sensitive Person Wellness with Silk+Sonder Journals
I've used many a journal in my life over the years and readily admit, I can be pretty picky when it comes to a good highly sensitive person wellness journal. As a freelance writer, author, publisher, book writing coach, and entrepreneur, I find that journaling is a necessary element in my daily self-care routine. When I came across Silk+Sonder journals, I was delightfully surprised at how lovely this planner journal helped me feel on top of my life in a new way. While these journals straddle the line of day planners, mood trackers, and intention-setting workbooks, there are some empty-lined pages for unscripted journaling. Below is my review of the Silk + Sonder highly sensitive person wellness journal... Read More