How to slow down a conversation—a key skill for HSPs
Once you know how to slow down a conversation—no matter how intense it gets—you can relax and really listen. What a relief. There are few things I find more stressful than a conversation that’s moving too fast for me. If you are highly sensitive like me, I’m sure you... Read more
An HSP searches for meaning in work and relationships
An HSP searches for meaning the way a plant grows towards the sun. We need it, and we persevere in seeking it, even when it’s a struggle. J wrote to ask if I could write about the search for in-depth meaning in work and relationships. I asked if he could say more. I... Read more
Understanding the connection between urgency and violence
Making the connection between urgency and violence opened my eyes to the many ways I can contribute to peace within me and around me. A friend once commented to me, “When I give in to urgency, I do violence to myself or to others.” I quickly realized that by... Read more
What can you do when someone persistently pushes your boundaries?
Do you find it challenging when someone persistently pushes your boundaries? Here’s how to stick up for yourself while keeping your peace. The year I was born, my grandparents built a cottage on an island in Canada. It’s beautiful. It’s also rustic by most people’s... Read more
“How do you know when to put down a beloved elderly pet?”
Deciding when to put down a beloved elderly pet is a heartbreaking task. As HSPs, though, we bring unique strengths to the decision. Thanks to all of you who sent along requests for articles. I look forward to writing about each of those topics in the coming weeks.... Read moreGet your FREE guide to sensitive anxiety
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