Hi, I’m April, a psychotherapist who wants to help you understand your unique needs as a Highly Sensitive Person so you can discover your gifts and feel more fulfilled.
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The pursuit of perfection is fueled by our fear of failure and never feeling good enough. Instead of helping us find happiness and success, it actually keeps us captive in a state of stress and exhaustion.
There is such a love-hate relationship with social media and our devices. You’re fully aware of why too much scrolling and screen time is harmful, but it’s also very alluring. The downside is being so plugged in that you lose connection with yourself, your emotions, and your needs. For the Highly Sensitive Person, screens are also very overstimulating to your nervous system. In this article, I explore my takeaways from taking a complete social media break for seven days.
One pandemic silver lining for many Highly Sensitive folks was that it was finally socially acceptable to stay home, but there’s now increasing pressure to return to the previous “normal”. The shock to the 20% of people with a sensitive nervous system will be significant and will require firm boundaries.
Although it may not feel like it, you do have the ability to buffer the stress you’re feeling with intentional self-care practices.
During times of heightened stress or uncertainty it’s important to find ways to integrate comfort, connection, familiarity, and a sense of control. It’s hard being so empathetic and perceptive during really hard times and remember that you have opportunities to care for yourself.
Being an introvert can make it difficult to find friends who get you, feel confident at parties, or speak up at school. There’s just so much noise and not enough time to think things through, which leaves you feeling left out and misunderstood. Let’s explore some ways you can socialize on your own terms.
Anxiety, worry and restlessness has become a part of our daily lives, especially for Highly Sensitive People who are more prone to feeling overstimulated. Making a few lifestyle changes and mindfully practicing self-care can help us feel less anxious and enjoy the benefits of being a Highly Sensitive Person.
Starting a new school year can be worrisome and anxiety provoking for Highly Sensitive Children and Teens. Learn how you can help your child or teen ease back into the school year without feeling so overwhelmed.
Many Highly Sensitive People struggle with anxiety which can be managed with lifestyle changes such as practicing mindfulness and incorporating more downtime.
Are you worried that your teen seems more anxious or withdrawn compared to their peers? Many Highly Sensitive teens struggle with feeling overwhelmed, but can easily thrive with a few lifestyle adjustments.
Have you ever been on a first date or in an interview when you got so nervous you couldn’t think clearly and stumbled over your words? It can be pretty frustrating and possibly embarrassing. You aren’t alone. Most Introverts and Highly Sensitive People are easily overstimulated so we tend to struggle more in high pressure situations or any time we need to “perform” in front of others. Unfortunately, when this happens we have even more difficulty expressing ourselves and can become completely overwhelmed.
In this bite-sized blog post, I discuss three essential practices for the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) to maintain calm amidst the busyness of life.
