“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
Use this 4-4-6-2 breath practice for serious overwhelm
Do you have a reliable breath practice for serious overwhelm? For an HSP, an industrial strength calming resource is life-changing. I recently remarked to my partner, “I hardly ever get overwhelmed anymore!” Ha. My hubris was promptly rewarded. Our refrigerator died,... Read more
Why your HSP brain needs breaks
Your HSP brain needs breaks. Frequent ones. Here’s information to inspire you to create pauses for yourself throughout the day. A friend sent me a great article last week about the positive effect on the brain of taking frequent-enough breaks. As soon as I read it, I... Read more
3 things every HSP should know about subtle trauma
If you are highly sensitive, you’ll benefit from an understanding of subtle trauma. Once you recognize the signs, you can seek support if you need it. I found myself thinking about trauma responses last week after my partner caught a possum in our Havahart trap. The... Read more
Why your HSP creativity is a double-edged sword
Learning how to manage your HSP creativity is a lifetime project, because your life itself is an ongoing act of creation. If you are a new reader of this newsletter, this might be the first time you’ve heard me wax poetic about dahlias. It won’t be the last, though. I... Read moreGet your FREE guide to sensitive anxiety
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