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11 Things I Wish People Knew About Me as a ‘Sensitive’ Person

11 Things I Wish People Knew About Me as a ‘Sensitive’ Person

If you have anyone sensitive in your life, there are things they wish you knew — and they might have a hard time telling you.

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The Special Connection Between Highly Sensitive Kids and Pets

The Special Connection Between Highly Sensitive Kids and Pets

Highly sensitive people often enjoy a special connection with animals — and for a highly sensitive child, a pet can be a lifesaver.

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How to Explain High Sensitivity to People Who Don’t ‘Get’ It

How to Explain High Sensitivity to People Who Don’t ‘Get’ It

With only 20 percent of the population being highly sensitive, most people don’t “get” it. These five truths explain what high sensitivity really is.

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6 Make-or-Break Tips for New Moms Who Are HSPs

6 Make-or-Break Tips for New Moms Who Are HSPs

Change is hard for highly sensitive people — and becoming a mother is likely the biggest change you’ll ever experience. That’s why self-care is so critical.

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Can an HSP Be Happy in a Relationship with a Non-HSP?

Can an HSP Be Happy in a Relationship with a Non-HSP?

Here are some of the challenges I’ve experienced as an HSP in a romantic relationship with a non-HSP, plus some tips about how to deal with these issues.

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10 Ways Sex Is Different for Highly Sensitive People

10 Ways Sex Is Different for Highly Sensitive People

Highly sensitive people are more in tune with subleties around them — including when it comes to sex.

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Are Highly Sensitive People More Prone to Relationship Anxiety?

Are Highly Sensitive People More Prone to Relationship Anxiety?

Relationship anxiety turns small things into big things and makes good relationships go sour. Are HSPs at higher risk?

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HSPs, Does Your Marriage Lack the Closeness You Crave?

HSPs, Does Your Marriage Lack the Closeness You Crave?

Highly sensitive people crave a deep sense of connection with their partner, but it’s not always there. Can you bring it back?

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Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Mine Is, and It Changed How I Parent

Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Mine Is, and It Changed How I Parent

Sensitive children can be extremely gifted — but they need a different kind of parenting to help them thrive.

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3 Disorders Your Sensitive Child May Wrongly Be Diagnosed With

3 Disorders Your Sensitive Child May Wrongly Be Diagnosed With

Signs of a healthy but highly sensitive child — such as overstimulation — can be mistaken for other traits, like ADHD or autism.

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9 Mistakes Parents Make With Highly Sensitive Boys — and What to Do Instead

9 Mistakes Parents Make With Highly Sensitive Boys — and What to Do Instead

1 in 3 boys are highly sensitive, but they may not need the same message as sensitive girls. What should you do instead?

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HSPs, Do You Have a High Conflict Person in Your Life?

HSPs, Do You Have a High Conflict Person in Your Life?

They’re up to 10 times more common than narcissists and do just as much damage. Here’s how to deal with them.

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