I grew up in a family that had a tradition of spring cleaning. My grandmother was especially thorough and even washed the walls of her attic, which was only used for storing her holiday decorations. As a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) I do have to pace myself and wasn't able to match her rigor, I do feel that there's something regenerative about spring cleaning your HSP life. ... Read More
New HSP Journal for Bright, Creative, Highly Sensitive People Forging Their Way
Many highly sensitive people find that they need lots of time to read, journal, and process emotions and feelings around the things that happen in their lives. Occasionally a new journal comes along that offers a bit of peace and respite in a busy world. Wander and Delve: A Journal for Bright, Creative, Highly Sensitive People Forging Their Way by Lori L. Cangilla, Ph.D. offers HSPs a new way to process events from the past, current issues, and challenges, as well as self-care and future dreams through her new unique HSP journal. ... Read More
12 Best Books on Anxiety for the Highly Sensitive Person
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be triggered by various factors, including stress, trauma, and genetics. While there are several treatment options available, books on anxiety have become increasingly popular in recent years. These books provide practical advice, coping strategies, and insights into the condition, helping individuals manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. Because highly sensitive people frequently struggle with anxiety, we felt it important to select books that would help and support the mental health of HSPs.... Read More
Effective Grounding Techniques for the Anxious Highly Sensitive Person
Anxiety and the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) is a topic that deserves attention, as it affects a significant portion of people with this personality trait. Highly sensitive people, by nature, are more susceptible to experiencing anxiety due to their heightened awareness and responses to environmental stimuli. This can lead to overthinking, emotional overwhelm, and a constant state of anxiety for the HSP.... Read More
25 Good Jobs for the Highly Sensitive Person
Highly sensitive people (HSPs) are individuals who have a heightened sensitivity to their environment, including emotions, sounds, and physical sensations. While this trait can be a challenge in many situations, it can also be a strength in the right career. For HSPs, it's important to find work that aligns with their strengths and preferences, allowing them to thrive in their professional lives. One who considers him or herself a Highly Sensitive Person finds that they are highly creative, attuned to their environment, and willing to work hard at uncovering their inner calling of purpose in the world. This article shares 25 good jobs for the Highly Sensitive Person, I hope it provides some great ideas as you consider the work that you hope to do. ... Read More
4 Key Ingredients to Build HSP Relationships that Last
The people I work with who consider themselves Highly Sensitive Persons (HSP) are experts at caring for other people. They are generous and concerned, giving whatever it takes to help the people they care about most feel safe, comfortable, and loved. In this article, we'll look more deeply at unpacking these key ingredients a what it takes to build HSP relationships that last. ... Read More
3 Common Reasons HSPs Seek Coaching
As a Highly Sensitive Person who became an integrative mental health coach, I’ve experienced both sides of the table in HSP coaching. I have been the HSP seeking support for my challenges, and I’ve been the coach supporting HSPs with their struggles. When I think about my experiences and those that others have shared with me, I realized there I had similar challenges in common with my clients — specifically, there are three common reasons that HSPs seek coaching.... Read More
Is HSP the same as SPS?
You may have heard about sensitivity in negative ways your entire life. This was mostly true for me until I came across the term, Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), at the age of 40. Called Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS) by researchers, this scientific term is frequently confused with another condition called Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) which is a disorder that affects how your brain processes stimuli. You may be wondering, is HSP the same as SPS?... Read More
Authentic Self-Care for the Depressed HSP
Many adults, as well as those who consider themselves Highly Sensitive Persons (HSP), have had times when they have felt down, lacked energy and motivation, and thought poorly of themselves. At these times, they may even describe themselves as depressed. In this article, I am to offer authentic self-care for the depressed HSP.... Read More
How do I Become an HSP Coach? (Plus 5 Benefits)
While I was training to become an integrative mental health coach a few years ago, I learned that I have the Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS) trait, which is the clinical term for Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). Learning about my sensitivity revolutionized my approach to my career, and I thought, How do I become an HSP coach? (This was something I really needed for myself, and something I eventually offered to my clients through the HSP certification course I helped develop.)... Read More