The book, 'Rewire Your Anxious Brain for Teens,' offers a guiding light for those looking for resources on anxiety. After spending time with this insightful book to help me with my teen, it became clear that it's far more than just another self-help guide. With a compassionate tone, it marries the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), neuroscience, and mindfulness to provide effective strategies for managing anxiety, panic, and worry.... 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
Wellness Workbook Aims to Enhance Sensitive Self-Care
If you consider yourself highly sensitive and are on a journey toward self-discovery, then you might find a valuable companion in "Find Your Strength: A Workbook for the Highly Sensitive Person." I recently stumbled upon this wellness workbook and found it to be a thought-provoking guide dedicated to helping individuals like you embrace their sensitivity.... Read More
4 Easy HSP Self-Care Options
Do you find yourself distracted by simple annoyances when you're out and about? In this article, I share my top four easy HSP self-care options to always be prepared. A few tips that didn't make the top four (but can be equally important): Sensitive to sunlight? Always keep your sunglasses close. Frustrated by loud music in stores? Always keep your Loop earplugs close at hand. What additional self-care options would you add to the list?... 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
Retrain and Rewire Your HSP Brain
If you ever woken up and wished that you could restart or retrain how your brain handles the ups and downs of life as a highly sensitive person (HSP), you're in luck. Psychotherapist and HSP expert, Julie Bjelland, has such a course that has helped countless sensitive people overcome sensory sensitivity, develop the skills to handle their emotions, cultivate self-compassion, find a deeper sense of self, and more through her courses and teachings. With Julie's expertise, you can retrain and rewire your HSP brain.... Read More
6 Truths About HSPs and Performance Anxiety
Many highly sensitive people (HSPs) are caught between their natural creativity and their painful anxiety about sharing their creations with the world. One of my specialties is helping HSPs untangle the knots of performance anxiety. Here’s what you need to know about HSPs and performance anxiety to start to set yourself free.... Read More
5 Anxiety and Depression Signs in Sensitive People (Plus 10 Lies Not to Believe)
Recognizing anxiety and depression signs in sensitive people is crucial--whether you are sensitive or someone you love is a highly sensitive person. The signs of anxiety and depression often sound like deceptive narratives that subtly infiltrate your thoughts, leading you to believe that "this is life" with little hope for change. Looking closely at the signs of anxiety and depression can help you take steps toward healing. ... Read More
Born to Shine Book Review: Stories of Christian HSPs
As an author and book writer coach who loves writing real stories and helping others share their stories, sometimes you come across a book that seems to speak directly to your experiences; "Born to Shine: Navigating Life for the Sensitive Soul" feels just like that kind of read. It offers a glimpse into the personal journeys of Christian women who identify as Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs), outlining the struggles and triumphs associated with a sensitive nature. While the stories of Christian HSPs are rarely shared, this book is unique in focus and scope.... Read More
Realistic Goal Setting for the Highly Sensitive Person
As a highly sensitive person, you may have a unique set of personality traits that influence the way you approach realistic goal setting. Your sensitivity to your environment and stimuli may make it difficult to focus on specific goals and may cause you to become easily overwhelmed or stressed. However, with the right strategies and mindset, you can learn to set realistic goals that align with your values and strengths and work towards achieving them in a way that feels manageable and fulfilling.... Read More