Because you're sensitive (which is an incredible superpower) you know that you're unique, gifted, and an excellent addition to your circle of family and friends. You love helping others and exploring all that life has to offer while navigating the minefield of Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS), the clinical term for the Highly Sensitive Person. You might also have noticed that your environment matters a lot and that managing clutter as a Highly Sensitive Person is practically a full-time job. ... Read More
5 Strengths of Male Sensitivity
Sensitivity in men is often misunderstood and unfairly labeled as weakness, but it’s actually a significant strength. Many highly sensitive men struggle to accept this aspect of themselves due to... Read More
How to be Gentle with Your Sensitive Self (6 Ways)
During difficult seasons, health crises, or chronic illness flare ups, it can be essential to be gentle with your sensitive self. What does this mean, you might be asking yourself? It means taking a detour from your regularly scheduled activity level, ramping up your self-care, ramping down your to-do list, and going to great lengths to preserve your physical energy and mental well-being. We know that highly sensitive persons (HSPs) are more prone to chronic ailments and somatic interpretations of stress, so no matter what, learning how to be gentle with your sensitive self is a critical step in preserving your physical and mental state.... Read More
Navigating Overload: A Highly Sensitive Person’s Toolkit for Tackling Big Goals
If you’re ambitious, being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) can often feel conflicting. You want to reach the next level and accomplish incredible feats, but your nervous system gets overloaded. It can be frustrating when you struggle to sustain momentum or achieve your big goals in the same manner as your non-sensitive counterparts. However, this doesn’t mean you need to give up or shame yourself for your sensitivity. Instead, lean into your sensitivity and use tools that help you reach your dreams in your own way. Navigating overload can mean taking a big step toward tackling big goals.... Read More
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
HSPs and Substance Abuse: A Complex Coping Mechanism
Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) often struggle with managing overstimulation, which can heighten feelings of anxiety and depression. In an effort to cope with emotional overwhelm, some may turn to brain-altering substances, such as alcohol, seeking temporary relief. While this might momentarily dull the intensity of their emotions, it can lead to unintended consequences, including dependency and worsened mental health.... Read More
The Importance of Healing Your Inner Child as a Sensitive Person
Inner child struggles can profoundly impact your adult life as a sensitive person, shaping behaviors and relationships in ways you may not realize. These challenges often stem from unmet needs or unresolved experiences from childhood. Who would have thought that what you did or did not get from your parents would cause you so much grief later in life. As a person who desires to get to the root of things that still affect you today, healing your inner child as a sensitive person is key to moving onward.... Read More
Why Am I So Sensitive? (3 Theories)
Maybe it happens when you’re feeling buried in overwhelming emotions. Or after a sleepless night when your mind won’t stop. Or when you can literally feel the pain of someone you love, to the point that you’re suffering, too. And you ask yourself, why am I so sensitive?... Read More
Embracing Adult Autism with Curiosity and Self-Discovery [New Course]
Have you recently learned that you're autistic or suspect that you might be? This discovery can feel like finding the missing puzzle piece that brings clarity to so many aspects of your life. Whether through a formal diagnosis or self-identification, both paths are valid. This course by Julie Bjelland is designed to support you with empathy and practical tools as you navigate this transformative realization of embracing adult autism with curiosity and self-discovery.... Read More
Navigating Sensitivity: Top 10 HSP Articles of 2024
Navigating sensitivity is one of the biggest areas of my life focus. I have learned to navigate it in my family relationships, in my work life, and within myself as I tackle and tame my inner critic, apply good self-care principles, and remain calm and anxiety-free as much as is possible for a highly sensitive person. As I look back on 2024, I'm proud of my editorial team's focus and direction in these top 10 HSP articles of 2024. ... Read More