I act like a space cadet sometimes. Here’s why.
My nearest and dearest would be the first to tell you I act like a space cadet sometimes. I can’t blame it all on my HSP trait, but certain aspects of high sensitivity definitely contribute. I’ve pulled off an impressive range of space-outs in my day. Some were... Read more
How do you handle setbacks?
How do you handle setbacks? This question deserves a close look, because we can create needless suffering for ourselves if we are unwittingly carrying beliefs about what setbacks mean about us. Spring in Rochester can break your heart. The cherry and magnolia trees... Read more
Are you sensitive? You neeed space in your days. Period.
If you are highly sensitive, there’s no way around it: you need space in your days. Without it you’ll get overwhelmed and exhausted. My partner and I hiked in the Adirondacks in August. We savored five days of gorgeous weather and spectacular views. This has been an... Read more
Finding information that can calm you, not overwhelm you
In the week since I drafted this article, violence has erupted across the U.S. and here in Rochester following the murder of George Floyd by a policeman in Minneapolis. I need to respond to this, and I know instant responses are our “new normal.” But my instinct is to... Read more
Why mess equals stress for sensitive people
For many sensitive people, mess equals stress. We can’t change our temperament, and we can’t avoid making messes. What’s a person to do? My friend, who is also a highly sensitive person (HSP), called to say the chaos in her apartment was driving... Read moreGet your FREE guide to sensitive anxiety
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