In graduate school, I learned through personal experience how resilience in the face of challenge is something that can be learned and developed through the process of navigating life's challenges head-on. The American Psychological Association defines resilience as “the process and outcome of successfully adapting to difficult or challenging life experiences, especially through mental, emotional, and behavioral flexibility and adjustment to external and internal demands.” Many highly sensitive people can learn to successfully navigate life's challenges by enhancing their resilience.... Read More
highly sensitive person
7 Ways to Build Inner Strength for HSPs With Self-Talk
Amidst the cacophony of modern life, the practice of using self-talk to build inner strength emerges as a precious commodity, particularly for the highly sensitive person who navigates the world with heightened sensitivity. This article delves into the nuances of self-talk dispelling myths, and illuminates its profound influence on emotional equilibrium, especially for those attuned to life's subtleties.... Read More
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
Blooming Brilliantly as a Sensitive Person
Are you frequently grappling with high levels of stress and anxiety, feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life? Imagine if your innate sensitivity could be harnessed as a source of strength rather than a burden. Julie Bjelland's helpful online course, Blooming Brilliantly, could be your key to better understanding yourself as a sensitive person.... Read More
How to Avoid HSP Burnout Using These 5 Strategies
As a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), you might experience overwhelming emotions and heightened empathy. This unique trait, also known as sensory processing sensitivity, can sometimes lead to excessive stress and burnout if not managed properly. In this article, we will talk about effective ways to avoid HSP burnout and maintain a healthy balance in your busy life.... Read More
HSP Personality Test: Am I Sensitive?
Taking a personality test to uncover the innate trait of sensitivity is a great first step in uncovering why you are the way you are. The Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) personality test is a valuable tool for understanding and embracing sensitivity as a trait.... Read More