3 stages of self-responsibility: which stage are you in?
Once you understand the stages of self-responsibility, you empower yourself to move towards more peace and joy. I keenly admire Frederick Law Olmstead. You may know him as the creator of Central Park, which he conceived as “the lungs of New York City.” He designed... Read more
Why are HSPs so vulnerable to perfectionism?
I’ve always been vulnerable to perfectionism, like many highly sensitive people. How can we change this pattern of being hard on ourselves? When I think of perfectionism, I always think of Superman. The call comes in to save the world, and Clark Kent heads to the... Read more
New study: the powerful benefits of a Focusing attitude
If you are highly sensitive, you can benefit profoundly from maintaining a Focusing attitude throughout the day. In honor of this new year, I’d like to share with you some good news from the Focusing world. As a long-time Focuser, I’m well-aware of the many ways... Read more
How to reverse the anxiety spiral
How can you reverse the anxiety spiral? Understanding the power of the maelstrom can help you find your way back to calmer waters. This updated post was first published on June 18, 2019. I was not cut out to be a deep-sea diver. As a child I was unnerved by the mere... Read more
Practices to help HSPs manage stress—and an announcement
My work is focused on practices to help HSPs manage stress, so I was delighted when my friend and colleague Andy Mort invited me to talk about those practices in some detail for his podcast, The Gentle Rebel. Today I’m excited to share with you my recent guest... Read moreGet your FREE guide to sensitive anxiety
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