Are you creative, sensitive—| Sustainably Sensitive
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
It’s true: being with the dying comes naturally to many HSPs. It brings out, and requires, our best qualities.| Sustainably Sensitive
A full system reset is a go-to resource for times when you are really stressed or exhausted.| Sustainably Sensitive
Yes, our foster cat is making me a nicer person. Who knew?| Sustainably Sensitive
Relationship changes can be particularly gut-wrenching for highly sensitive people. But you can manage them. Imagine you live in a small, remote town in northern Sweden. Your entire economy is built on the deep seam of iron ore that lies directly beneath the town. You’ve dug very deep. In fact, you face a crisis. If […] The post Are you facing wrenching relationship changes? 3 thoughts to hold you steady appeared first on Sustainably Sensitive.| Sustainably Sensitive
When you feel powerless over world events, remember: your inner work matters.| Sustainably Sensitive
To my dear readers: Happy New Year! I hope 2025 brings you and yours all good things. And, unlikely as it appears at this moment, I hope the world somehow becomes a safer, more peaceful, more harmonious place for all of its inhabitants this year. If you have been reading these articles for a while, […] The post New Year’s perspective and appreciation for our HSP journeys… and a request appeared first on Sustainably Sensitive.| Sustainably Sensitive
With the latest research on HSP vantage sensitivity, we have a powerful tool to care for ourselves better as HSPs.| Sustainably Sensitive
"Caretaking" vs "caring for:" the health of your relationships lies in your ability to discern the difference.| Sustainably Sensitive
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Are you highly sensitive? Here are four key areas you need to focus on to create a sustainable life.| Sustainably Sensitive
When you get that "this is all just too much" feeling, you need a way to clear a space for yourself...and never more than now, as the pandemic rages on...| Sustainably Sensitive
Fortunately, HSPs have a number of resources we can turn to to for relief from subtle trauma. Here are six of them.| Sustainably Sensitive
I almost got to live in a mansion once. My then-husband and I had spotted a 2000-square-foot apartment in the “for rent” ads. The rent was so low, it seemed too good to be true…and as we found out later, it was. But we didn’t know that yet, and as we pulled in to the driveway, […]| Sustainably Sensitive
Why do you get anxious? We think the cause of our anxiety is external. But the true cause—and the path to relief—nearly always lies within.| Sustainably Sensitive
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While some aspects of our HSP sensory sensitivity can be annoying, inconvenient, or downright unpleasant, our sensitivity to subtlety is a gift| Sustainably Sensitive
Like many HSPs, I go through periods when I'm hypersensitive to my physical sensations. But does this make me a hypochondriac?| Sustainably Sensitive
Our HSP sensory sensitivity can be challenging. Read on for three ways to handle it better.| Sustainably Sensitive
Sensitive people feel things deeply. There’s no way around it: it comes with your temperament. Feeling deeply all the time can get overwhelming. But it is entirely possible to enjoy this aspect of yourself once you develop the ability to move into that “bigger you” that Focusers call Presence. What exactly is Presence? This beautiful photograph, taken by my friend […]| Sustainably Sensitive
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Have you experienced HSP decision paralysis? Read on to understand the cause and cure for this painful and all-to-common HSP experience.| Sustainably Sensitive
If you are highly sensitive, you need to learn to manage your mind. Your mental health and happiness depend upon it.| Sustainably Sensitive
I’ve written a lot here about HSP self care. And yes, to thrive, we need our sleep. We need a sturdy personal infrastructure. And we need exercise, healthy food, ample time to recharge, and safe, effective ways to do our deep processing. But I haven’t written about the serious pitfall that comes with this: we can get so attached […]| 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
To make the tough choices required to create and maintain a sustainable sensitive life, I rely on Focusing every day.| Sustainably Sensitive
What does it mean to be “in your head too much”? When we drop judgments and simply see our thoughts as messengers, we can learn to manage them.| 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
How do you cultivate your spiritual intuition? And what do you do when you get radio silence? Read on for practical strategies...| Sustainably Sensitive
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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
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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
What do we mean by "taming your Inner Critic"? Impossible as it may sound, the only way to transform a Critic is to develop a relationship with it.| Sustainably Sensitive
Have you ever heard yourself say, "I can only relax when I'm alone"? Sensitive people are keenly attuned to people around us, and for some of us this attunement can morph into exhausting vigilance.| Sustainably Sensitive
Learning to recognize and trust your spiritual intuition is an essential task if you are highly sensitive.| 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
Overarousal is the central challenge for HSPs. The causes are both external and internal, and managing both is essential for your well-being.| Sustainably Sensitive
My partner and I came around a corner and nearly stepped on this baby rabbit —he was that close. Who can resist a baby rabbit? His fur looked so soft…but I held still, not wanting to scare him off. Our rabbit-human interaction reminded me what it’s like to approach touchy, jumpy, tender places inside. In fact, in Focusing […]| Sustainably Sensitive
Depth of processing is the central attribute of the highly sensitive trait. The better you understand how it manifests in you, the better you can care for yourself.| Sustainably Sensitive
How do you meet the challenge of HSP self-regulation? Coherent breathing is an ideal tool to regulate your sensitive nervous system.| 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
Here I offer nuggets from the latest research on HSPs and sleep—a highly pertinent topic for sensitive people.| Sustainably Sensitive
Until I found effective ways to master HSP “complexity overwhelm”, the demands of contemporary life were making me wish I lived in a cave. Here are four tools I've drawn on from the business world that have helped me not only in my business but in “the business of life.”| Sustainably Sensitive
I'm a big fan of lists, but lists can be dangerous for HSPs. Here’s how to avoid the pitfalls of a bad list.| 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
If small things bother you, how do you handle it? This is a challenge for many HSPs.| Sustainably Sensitive
Difficult as it sounds, you can learn how to be with despair. We need this skill now more than ever.| Sustainably Sensitive
Being highly sensitive is a good thing, but being labeled “sensitive” is no fun.| Sustainably Sensitive
My Underwater Volcano Theory of Growth captivates my imagination and helps me hold myself in a gentler way during the constant growth and change that life brings.| Sustainably Sensitive
Once you get to know your personal “catastrophes-in-waiting” they will wield less power over you.| Sustainably Sensitive
There’s no doubt about it: HSPs are sensitive to criticism. Are we doomed to die a thousand deaths, or can something be done?| Sustainably Sensitive
A good list can help you in so many ways. Here are three I particularly value as an HSP.| Sustainably Sensitive
