Ask Alane: Why Do I Worry So Much and How Can I Stop?
Sensitive people were designed to think. A lot. But what do you do when “overthinking” becomes “over-worrying”?
Sensitive people were designed to think. A lot. But what do you do when “overthinking” becomes “over-worrying”?
“Sensitive.” I used to despise that word with all of my bruise-like-a-peach heart. To be sensitive was vulnerable, painful, hard.
All too often, vacations turn into one big source of overwhelm for highly sensitive people. Here’s what an HSP expert says on making your trip relaxing instead.
It’s common to assume that highly sensitive people are “weak,” “fragile,” or “too emotional.” But here’s the truth about HSPs.
1. Tell us to “push through” (when all we want is to rest and recharge)
Nearly 1 in 3 people are wired to be sensitive. Are they also human lie detectors?
Ultimately, telling people you’re a highly sensitive person is your decision — but there are pluses and minuses to both.
Are you a highly sensitive person? If you relate to most of these signs, there’s a good chance you’re an HSP.
An empath is someone who is highly sensitive to the emotions of others. They feel everything — sometimes even physically.
It’s as though all highly sensitive people speak a common language — and share many of the exact same struggles.
Men and women are equally likely to be highly sensitive. So why do HSP men look — and act — so different?
Although traveling can cause more overstimulation for HSPs, there are countless ways our sensitive nature becomes our biggest asset.
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