In 1996, Elaine Aron published a book called The Highly Sensitive Person. In it she described a number of traits of which resonated with many who experience the world acutely. In my episode today, I interview a clinical social worker who specializes in working with highly sensitive people in order to help them embrace these traits and thrive in the world around them. Patricia Young, LCSW explores this book with me to examine what it is like to live in a world where you are often told that you think too much, you’re too dramatic, you’re too worried, and you can’t let things go. 

We talk about the importance of rest, why sensitivity is often misunderstood as being as introversion, and why the world needs more of Mr. Rogers.

Connect with Patricia on her website: https://patriciayounglcsw.com

 

Or through her podcast: Unapologetically Sensitive 

Join the conversation in the Self Help Bookshelf Facebook Group. Are you an HSP? How does this book change your view of your world?

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