When your work turns into drudgery
When your work turns into drudgery, it’s hard to keep going. To thrive, sensitive people need meaningful work, sustainable conditions, and positive work relationships. We also need learning and stimulation—but not too much overarousal. How do you create a sustainable... Read more
In the new year, what do you need to feel safe and secure?
New Year’s is a time to dream big, but first, you need to discover what you need to feel safe and secure. When you do both, you access the kind of strength we all need right now as we ride out the Covid-19 pandemic. The new year is here at last, after the hardest... Read more
Have you seen My Octopus Teacher yet?
My Octopus Teacher is unlike any film I’ve ever seen. It spoke to me as a highly sensitive person—on many levels. I’ve never started an article by saying, “Stop reading now.” But if you haven’t yet seen My Octopus Teacher (now streaming on Netflix), stop reading now.... Read more
How your intent affects your ability to handle obstacles
Inner Bonding has changed the way I handle obstacles. I still ask, “Why me?” sometimes…but now I have a better option in my pocket. We spent a wonderful five days hiking in the Adirondacks last month. These mountains offered a different experience from any others I’ve... Read more
The challenge of fatigue
With no end in sight to the pandemic, how do we meet the challenge of fatigue? Recognizing the specific kind of fatigue you are experiencing can help you address it more quickly and effectively. This is particularly important if your self-care time is at a premium. As... Read moreGet your FREE guide to sensitive anxiety
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