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
How to be with despair
Difficult as it sounds, you can learn how to be with despair. We need this skill now more than ever. If you are highly sensitive, then you’ve likely experienced despair. I used to believe that if I evolved enough or did enough inner work or “got my s— together” once... Read more
How to get yourself out of HSP decision paralysis
Have you experienced HSP decision paralysis? Read on to understand the cause and cure for this painful and all-to-common HSP experience. Highly sensitive people (HSPs) are deep thinkers. We take in more information from our environment than non-HSPs, and sort, digest,... Read more
“I’m overwhelmed”: 6 steps to restore your sanity
When I’m overwhelmed and have too much to do, I have to fight the urge to work even harder. But it’s a worthy battle, since my health and sanity are at stake. For many highly sensitive people, getting overwhelmed, or overaroused, is a familiar experience. We each have... Read more
Why creating a sustainable sensitive life requires tough choices
To make the tough choices required to create and maintain a sustainable sensitive life, I rely on Focusing every day. I’ve had a recurring dream over the past twenty years. My vacation in Hawaii is over. I’m driving my rental car back to the airport. And suddenly I’m... Read moreGet your FREE guide to sensitive anxiety
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