Thank you for your patience during my long silence this spring and summer. I haven’t written an article since April. That’s an unprecedented break in the otherwise steady series of newsletters I’ve published since the fall of 2015. What happened? My mom died on April 9. It was a shock. She had taken a bad […]| Sustainably Sensitive
While some aspects of our HSP sensory sensitivity can be annoying, inconvenient, or downright unpleasant, our sensitivity to subtlety is a gift| Sustainably Sensitive
Human brains are wired to highlight fear, but we can overcome negativity bias—if we understand it. Read on for more information about negativity bias, to help you stay sane and act effectively during this coronavirus pandemic.| Sustainably Sensitive
Many sensitive people seek 1:1 support at some time in their lives. When you understand the kind of support you need, you can more effectively find it.| Sustainably Sensitive
Dr. Elaine Aron recommends these four key HSP life tasks to heal old pain and create the foundation for a joyful, sustainable sensitive life.| Sustainably Sensitive
When you get triggered by events out of your control—including the kind of news we read every day lately— you need a way to process your responses...| Sustainably Sensitive
If you’ve been labeling yourself “too sensitive,” now is the time to give yourself a break. Until you do, others won’t.| Sustainably Sensitive
If you are highly sensitive, you’ll benefit from an understanding of subtle trauma.| Sustainably Sensitive
Not accepting your sensitivity can feel “normal” if you grew up being criticized for being “too sensitive.” But HSPs pay a heavy price for trying to be “normal.”| Sustainably Sensitive
Where does our HSP emotional intensity come from? And how can we keep ourselves emotionally regulated?| Sustainably Sensitive
Sensory sensitivity manifests in unique ways in each highly sensitive person. If you recognize how it shows up in you, you can take better care of yourself.| Sustainably Sensitive
Is there a connection between emotional self-regulation and spiritual connection? Yes. The better you can regulate your nervous system, the more easily you can hear your spiritual intuition.| Sustainably Sensitive
Your mind, and your ability to manage it, is the key to managing your HSP environmental susceptibility and making it a positive force in your life.| Sustainably Sensitive
To create a sustainable life as an HSP, you need strong intent. Intent empowers you to take action guided by your spiritual intuition, rather than by old habits and fears.| Sustainably Sensitive
Connecting to your spiritual intuition each morning is most powerful action you can take to maximize your happiness, your effectiveness, and your growth.| Sustainably Sensitive
I rely on my morning meditation to set me up for the day. For HSPs, a spiritual discipline like meditation is essential.| Sustainably Sensitive
As highly sensitive people, we need to cultivate Loving Adult Presence to be able to hold all that goes on in us. Here’s how.| Sustainably Sensitive
Being highly sensitive is a good thing, but being labeled “sensitive” is no fun.| Sustainably Sensitive
Once you get to know your personal “catastrophes-in-waiting” they will wield less power over you.| Sustainably Sensitive