Do you dread waking up anxious? Here are 3 ways to prevent it
If you often find yourself waking up anxious, a proactive approach will make a big difference in breaking the pattern. When my son was a tiny baby, I carried him everywhere in a cloth sling close to my chest. He slept contentedly, curled up and out of sight, while I... Read more
Thoughts about HSPs and aging—at any age
The news about HSPs and aging is nuanced and complex. One thing is certain, though: your self-care has a major effect on your physical and mental health as you age. I received a thoughtful email from a reader some months ago, commenting that she’d had a hard time... Read more
Do you overdraw your energy account?
When you overdraw your energy account, you feel crummy. Even so, it can be hard to accept the choices this forces you to make as a sensitive person. I’ll never forget the look the student health center doctor gave me when I showed up in her office one morning. I was a... Read more
Feeling self-doubt? Try this antidote.
When you find yourself feeling self-doubt—a widespread challenge for HSPs—identifying and honoring your needs is a powerful way to restore your equanimity. This is the glory time of year for our dahlias. The plants respond to the cooler nights with a riot of blooms,... Read moreGet your FREE guide to sensitive anxiety
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