In today's episode, Gina offers listeners a number of thoughtful

quotes taken from authors of books covering the topic of highly

sensitive persons.  Additionally, the beginning of a list of 21 signs of

being a highly sensitive person are shared.  Listen in for information

about what being a highly sensitive person means and how you can use

this knowledge to live better today!

Book mentioned in today's episode

The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You by Elaine N. Aron Phd

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Article mentioned in today's episode

Highly Sensitive Refuge and the 21 signs of an HSP

https://highlysensitiverefuge.com/

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Quote:

Highly

sensitive people learned early in life to try to control the external

world as a way to attempt to manage their inner one.

-Sheryl Paul

Chapters

0:26 Introduction to Sensitivity

2:22 Quotes on Sensitivity

6:12 The Nature of Highly Sensitive People

8:53 Identifying as Highly Sensitive

10:15 Emotional Exhaustion and Sensitivity

11:53 Traits of Highly Sensitive People

16:13 Navigating Change and Sensitivity

16:58 Closing Thoughts and Next Steps

Summary

In this episode, I delve into the experience of being a highly sensitive person (HSP) and how it can often be mistaken for anxiety. I discuss the unique traits of HSPs, who make up about 20% of the population and possess an ability to process stimulation deeply and feel emotions intensely. While being highly sensitive can provide exquisite advantages such as heightened empathy and an acute awareness of details that others might overlook, it also comes with challenges that can lead to feeling overwhelmed in everyday life.

I explore the breadth of feelings and responses that accompany high sensitivity, emphasizing the dual nature of these traits. For instance, while heightened empathy can be considered a gift, it also means that HSPs might find themselves emotionally exhausted from absorbing the feelings of those around them. I share insights from notable experts on the topic, including Elaine Aron and Jen Graneman, to reinforce that sensitivity is not a weakness but a distinctive trait that warrants respect and understanding.

Throughout the episode, I encourage listeners to reflect on how their sensitivities manifest and how they might identify as an HSP.

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