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Why Small Talk Bores HSPs (and How to Turn It Into Meaningful Conversation)

Why Small Talk Bores HSPs (and How to Turn It Into Meaningful Conversation)

Just because HSPs can do small talk doesn’t mean they enjoy it.

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Empathy Is a Rare and Valuable Strength in the Workforce

Empathy Is a Rare and Valuable Strength in the Workforce

Actually caring about the people you’re working with — and doing what’s good for them — is a recipe for success.

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How Highly Sensitive People Can Use the ‘HALT’ Acronym to Stop Overstimulation

How Highly Sensitive People Can Use the ‘HALT’ Acronym to Stop Overstimulation

Four simple letters can bring you back to the present and stop overstimulation.

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7 Things That Happen to Highly Sensitive People When They’re Overwhelmed

7 Things That Happen to Highly Sensitive People When They’re Overwhelmed

It’s not just work that can overwhelm HSPs. Could overwhelm be sneaking up on you — and do you know what to look for to prevent it?

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The 13 ‘Spookiest’ Things for Highly Sensitive People

The 13 ‘Spookiest’ Things for Highly Sensitive People

What makes these 13 “small” things so spooky for highly sensitive people?

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Is Dolly Parton a Highly Sensitive Person?

Is Dolly Parton a Highly Sensitive Person?

Does Dolly Parton’s self-described sensitivity make her an HSP — and can she really use it to change the world?

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These 2 Traits Can Make HSPs (Almost) Immune to Narcissists

These 2 Traits Can Make HSPs (Almost) Immune to Narcissists

Narcissists may not intentionally target sensitive people, but can have a higher success rate of putting HSPs under their spell. Is there finally a way to change that?

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The Difference Between Hypersensitivity and High Sensitivity

The Difference Between Hypersensitivity and High Sensitivity

Both hypersensitive and highly sensitive people tend to have strong emotional reactions. So why is one of them a healthy personality trait while the other is considered problematic?

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8 Things You Should Never Do to a Highly Sensitive Person

8 Things You Should Never Do to a Highly Sensitive Person

Don’t make these mistakes with your HSP friend, spouse, or coworker.

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14 Things Empaths Absolutely Need to Thrive

14 Things Empaths Absolutely Need to Thrive

From time in nature to a sense of purpose, there are certain things that empaths just can’t live without.

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Sensitive People Don’t Need To Be Fixed. Society Does.

Sensitive People Don’t Need To Be Fixed. Society Does.

What would happen if sensitivity were valued, instead of ignored?

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Why the ‘Dictionary Definition’ of Being Sensitive Harms HSPs

Why the ‘Dictionary Definition’ of Being Sensitive Harms HSPs

In order for other people to start seeing sensitivity in a more positive light, HSPs have to first see it that way themselves.

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