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Why Do So Many Highly Sensitive People End Up with Imposter Syndrome?

Why Do So Many Highly Sensitive People End Up with Imposter Syndrome?

Sensitive people have high potential, and many are even gifted. So why do they feel like they’re faking it?

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Are Highly Sensitive People Neurodivergent?

Are Highly Sensitive People Neurodivergent?

Neurodivergent brains work differently from the neurotypical brain. Many suggest that includes being “sensitive.” Are they right?

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HSPs, Here’s How to Forgive the People Who Hurt You — And Why It Will Change Your Life

HSPs, Here’s How to Forgive the People Who Hurt You — And Why It Will Change Your Life

They hurt you. They’re not sorry. But what if your anger is harming you even more than they did?

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The Difference Between Introverts, Empaths, and Highly Sensitive People

The Difference Between Introverts, Empaths, and Highly Sensitive People

Although they share some similar traits, they’re not the same.

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How HSPs Can Use Emotional Intelligence to Succeed at Life

How HSPs Can Use Emotional Intelligence to Succeed at Life

Highly sensitive people may be the “varsity players” of emotional intelligence. Can it make them more successful, too?

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The Difference Between the Highly Sensitive Brain and the ‘Typical’ Brain

The Difference Between the Highly Sensitive Brain and the ‘Typical’ Brain

Is the HSP brain the most powerful social machine in the known universe?

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HSPs, Do You Have ‘Too Much’ Empathy? (And What to Do About It)

HSPs, Do You Have ‘Too Much’ Empathy? (And What to Do About It)

Highly sensitive people are wired to soak up emotions. Here’s what to do when it goes wrong.

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A Highly Sensitive Person’s Brain Really Does Make Decisions Differently. Here’s How.

A Highly Sensitive Person’s Brain Really Does Make Decisions Differently. Here’s How.

Highly sensitive people like to think things through instead of making rash decisions — but it’s more complex than it sounds. Here’s why.

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HSPs Often Crave Quiet. Can ‘Selective Noise’ Be Even Better?

HSPs Often Crave Quiet. Can ‘Selective Noise’ Be Even Better?

Certain types of noise do the opposite of overstimulation, supercharging your HSP gifts. Here’s how to try it yourself.

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Do Highly Sensitive People Feel Pain Longer — And More Intensely — Than Others?

Do Highly Sensitive People Feel Pain Longer — And More Intensely — Than Others?

Many HSPs have been trained to “deal” with their pain by grinning and bearing it – but does this mean they have poor pain tolerance?

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These 3 Sets of Genes May Make You a Highly Sensitive Person

These 3 Sets of Genes May Make You a Highly Sensitive Person

The same genes that make you a highly sensitive person may also give you a powerful evolutionary advantage.

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HSPs: Here’s How to ‘Rewire’ Yourself for Happiness

HSPs: Here’s How to ‘Rewire’ Yourself for Happiness

Are highly sensitive people actually “better” at becoming happy? A recent study says yes — here’s how.

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