Do you hide your sensitivity and push yourself beyond your limits? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Huong Diep about breaking old patterns of masking and: 

• The process of unmasking and making room for your sensitivity 

• Navigating the push-pull of simultaneously craving rest and stimulation as a High Sensation Seeker (HSS) 

• The challenges of being a BIPOC HSP growing up in an immigrant family 

Huong is a board-certified psychologist and HSP/HSS who specializes in helping sensitive and neurodivergent individuals navigate life transitions, emotional overwhelm, and identity shifts. With a global perspective gained from living, working, and traveling to over 50 countries, she blends cultural awareness with clinical expertise to create a safe, empathetic space for her clients. Huong is passionate about helping people embrace their unique strengths, set boundaries, and reconnect with their authentic selves.

Keep in touch with Huong:
• Website: http://www.drhdiep.com 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drhdiep 

Resources Mentioned:
• High Sensation Seeking self-test: https://hsperson.com/test/high-sensation-seeking-test 
• Differential Susceptibility research: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19883141
• Big Five Personality Traits: https://positivepsychology.com/big-five-personality-theory/#what-are-the-big-five-personality-traits   

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