Was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. a Highly Sensitive Person?
From his deep empathy for others to his leadership skills, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. seemed to embody key traits of being a highly sensitive person.
Dating Tips for Highly Sensitive People
Highly sensitive people are very intuitive, which can be a game changer when dating — *if* you can learn to listen to that inner voice.
The Surprising Power of a Daily HSP Check-In
Can the simple act of checking in with yourself prevent emotional spirals, stress, and overstimulation?
7 Things I Wish My Family Knew About Me as a Highly Sensitive Person
My family didn’t understand why things affected me so deeply. Here’s what highly sensitive people need from their loved ones, and what I wish they knew.
7 Workplace Problems Only Highly Sensitive People Will Understand
At 20 percent of the population, highly sensitive people aren’t rare — and every workplace has them. Yet very few workplaces are set up to help HSPs thrive.
How to Master Your Strengths as a Highly Sensitive Person
There’s no question that being highly sensitive comes with challenges. Is there a way to master them — and even turn them into strengths?
7 Struggles of an HSP in a Caring Profession
Empathy is a vital part of what makes HSPs excel in caring professions. But what happens if doing all that emotional labor becomes overwhelming?
4 Key Boundaries to Set as an HSP — And How to Maintain Them
Since highly sensitive people tend to be people-pleasers, creating (and maintaining) boundaries can be a challenge. But it is doable — and crucial.
5 New Year’s Resolutions Highly Sensitive People Should Make
For highly sensitive people, the new year can be an especially meaningful time of reflection. In that spirit of growth, here are five of the most life-changing resolutions for HSPs.
The Best Way to Support Highly Sensitive Kids in School
Sensitive kids need the “mama bear” approach — just enough stimulation, but not too much.
The Importance of Staycations for HSPs
For highly sensitive people, there are many perks of taking a staycation, from plenty of alone time to controlling how much stimulation you experience (or not).
7 Ways HSPs Can Effectively Deal With Life’s Daily Disappointments
As HSPs, daily disappointments are going to happen. We can’t avoid them, but we can help ourselves by preparing in advance.