As highly sensitive people (HSPs), we experience the world more intensely, processing information deeply and sensing subtle nuances that others might miss. This heightened awareness extends to how we experience trauma, both our own and that which has been passed down through our family lines. For HSPs, our innate depth of processing means generational trauma can impact us in profound ways, often manifesting as overwhelming emotions, persistent anxiety, or an inexplicable sense of carrying burdens that don't seem entirely our own.... Read More
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7 Presentations of Both High Sensitivity and Trauma
There’s a segment of the population that experiences life more vividly, more emotionally, and overall more sensitively. These Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) exhibit distinguishable characteristics, many of which are similar, if not seemingly identical, to symptoms of trauma. For HSPs with a background of trauma, one question understandably arises: Can trauma cause high sensitivity? In this article, we'll look at seven presentations of both high sensitive and trauma to see if we can shed more light on these topics.... Read More