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“I’m loving staying at home living a simpler life”

“I’m loving staying at home living a simpler life”

May 19, 2020 | 8 comments

Are you secretly relieved to be locked down, loving staying at home? Introvert HSPs in particular may be enjoying the lower stimulation levels, though for too many people, they come at a high cost.  My friend Kim, a fellow highly sensitive person (HSP) is enjoying... Read more
How to ground yourself in the positive—while honoring real fear and distress

How to ground yourself in the positive—while honoring real fear and distress

May 5, 2020 | 2 comments

Is it possible to stay calm enough to function well when the world is in tough shape—while still honoring real fear and distress? Yes. Read on for a simple but powerful way to ground yourself in your body and create a sturdy container to hold even intense feelings.... Read more
How to adjust your routines for these unprecedented times

How to adjust your routines for these unprecedented times

Apr 21, 2020 | 2 comments

Have you had to adjust your routines during the COVID-19 pandemic? How is it going? I’m surprisingly calm, yet also completely discombobulated—a strange combination. To handle this new reality, I’ve had to make significant changes in my daily routines. I’ve been in a... Read more
How to overcome negativity bias—a particularly important skill right now

How to overcome negativity bias—a particularly important skill right now

Apr 7, 2020 | 0 comments

Human brains are wired to highlight fear, but we can overcome negativity bias—if we understand it. Read on for more information about negativity bias, to help you stay sane and act effectively during this coronavirus pandemic. I’m incredibly fortunate to be able to... Read more
5 ways these elite climbers taught me how to push my limits

5 ways these elite climbers taught me how to push my limits

Mar 17, 2020 | 2 comments

Being highly sensitive means you have to push your limits sometimes. I keep my eye out for inspirational examples. And the more extreme they are—as in this movie—the more vivid the lessons I take away.  Special note: As I finish this article, the Covid-19 situation... Read more
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