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 more
5 principles to increase your resilience
In stressful, stirred-up times like these, any effort you make to increase your resilience will serve you well. Once you understand your sensitive temperament and the needs that come with it, you can go about setting up the self-care and support you need. July is... Read more
How to adjust your routines for these unprecedented times
Have you had to adjust your routines during the COVID-19 pandemic? How is it going? I’m surprisingly calm, yet also completely discombobulated—a strange combination. To handle this new reality, I’ve had to make significant changes in my daily routines. I’ve been in a... Read moreGet your FREE guide to sensitive anxiety
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