The holiday season is a time for joy and togetherness, but for highly sensitive individuals, it can also bring about overwhelming anxiety and stress. As a highly sensitive person (HSP), you might find that the constant stimulation, socializing, and heightened emotional atmosphere take a toll on your mental well-being. Navigating holiday anxiety as a highly sensitive person is essential to ensure that you can enjoy the festivities while taking care of your emotional needs.... Read More
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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
Why the Highly Sensitive Person Trait is Not Connected to Narcissism
research study came out in the psychological community this summer stating that there were significant similarities between those with vulnerable narcissism and the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) trait. While initially many were curious, Dr. Elaine Aron, initial researcher and author of The Highly Sensitive Person, published a rebuttal stating why the Highly Sensitive Person trait is not connected to narcissism. ... Read More