Many of us who identify with being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), frequently live in a near-constant state of sensory, emotional, and physical overstimulation, or overwhelm. Overwhelm is the emotion that rises up when we are overstimulated in one or more areas. It can be hard to plan ahead, evaluate a situation, adjust expectations, and experience overwhelm despite everything you've done to prepare. And yet, as HSPs, we need to be prepared with an arsenal to combat the overwhelm feeling that will inevitably overtake us from day to day. In this article, I'd like to share these bold affirmations for overwhelmed HSPs. ... Read More
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3 Self-Care Ideas for the Highly Sensitive Person
As a Highly Sensitive Person, I often find myself overwhelmed by various internal and external stimuli. Finding ways to practice self-care has become essential in maintaining my well-being. In this article, we'll explore three self-care ideas for the Highly Sensitive Person that specifically catered to sensitive individuals like me.... Read More
7 Insightful Ways HSPs Navigate Environmental Stimulation
Have you ever wondered why you struggle to navigate environmental stimulation? Do you dislike being too hot, notice when the barometric pressure drops, dislike loud concerts or events, or have trouble concentrating in a loud restaurant? As a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), I have always had to regulate environmental stimuli in a variety of ways in order to navigate overwhelm and overstimulation that I experience. Below, I'll take a stab at offering you insightful ways HSPs navigate environmental stimulation to the best of my ability.... Read More
Valuable Strategies for Launching an HSP Coaching Business
If you are a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), you may have a unique set of qualities that can make you an exceptional coach. HSPs are often empathetic, intuitive, and insightful, which can be valuable assets in helping others achieve their goals. If you are considering starting an HSP coaching business, there are several things to consider before launching your practice.... Read More
Books for Sensitive Kids: Top Choices to Nurture Emotional Growth in 2023
Books can offer children a world filled with stories, knowledge, and insight. For sensitive kids, finding the right books to help them champion their trait of high sensitivity can be helpful as they develop and come to better understand themselves. Sensitive children may require books that take into account their unique needs... Read More
Spring Cleaning Your HSP Life
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