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How did being an introvert or HSP affect you as a kid?
When you look back at your life, what little memories can you recall where you were made to feel guilty, inadequate, dumb, or unsuccessful about being introverted or highly sensitive? As a child, I...
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Changing your job: where to start?
The number one thing people search for on this site is jobs and careers for HSPs. Many of us want to change our career to something more fulfilling and with less stress. And we see loads of success...
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HSP Podcast #11: I Hate Being Highly Sensitive
Why can’t I ever be happy with the way things are? Why do little things bother me? Why do I complain so much? Why can’t I be normal? These feelings make me angry at myself. Why can’t I just suck it up...
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Wedding planning tips for HSPs & introverts
At your wedding and reception, you’ll likely be the center of attention among lots of people for many hours, which can be tiring and overwhelming for introverts. And wedding planning means literally...
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HSP Podcast #29: Extroverts
One glaring topic I have neglected to cover in this podcast and blog is extroverts. Approximately 30% of HSPs are extroverts! (btw, it can also be spelled extravert). In this episode, I share tidbits...
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Extrovert Highly Sensitive People…finally.
One glaring topic I have neglected to cover on this blog is the 30% of HSPs who are extroverts. The main reason for this omission is because I am not an extrovert. (btw, it can also be spelled...
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HSP Podcast #33: An introvert in an extrovert’s job
When I’ve talked about jobs and careers in the past, I’ve always said that sales, in my opinion, is one of the worst jobs for introverted HSPs. But a post on Reddit turned my thoughts about sales on...
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How to deal with overwhelming parties & gatherings
Recently, I traveled to the other side of the country to visit family and friends. While there, I found myself at a big family party. It’s been so long since I’d been in that situation! It reminded me...
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11 Tips for handling the chaos of kids as an introverted HSP
For Highly Sensitive People–particularly introverts–the concept of parenting may elicit feelings of anxiety and overwhelm in addition to the standard emotion of joy. There is an extra layer of...
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Taking breaks in group vacations
A few weeks ago, my husband Jim and I went to Guanajuato, Mexico to meet up with a couple we are friends with. They currently live in Mexico. I normally would be uncomfortable “vacationing” with other...
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2015-16 Holiday Gift Guide for Highly Sensitive People & Introverts
Are you struggling to find a gift for an introverted, highly sensitive friend, spouse, co-worker, or family member? Then this list is for you. Featured here are presents for people who are overwhelmed...
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Ep. 57: An interview with teen HSP Daisy Gumin
I’m so excited today to share with you an interview with Daisy Gumin. Listen on iTunes here. Daisy is an 18-year-old Highly Sensitive Person and introvert. She and her mother went through a harrowing...
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Ep. 60: An Interview with Extrovert Male HSP, Johnny Martinez
The Highly Sensitive Podcast is for people with Sensory Processing Sensitivity–or those who want to better understand HSPs. In this show, I share personal stories, tips, rants, and occasionally...
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Gift Guide for Highly Sensitive People & Introverts 2016-17
It’s that time of the year again–the holiday gift guide! Are you struggling to find a gift for an introverted, highly sensitive friend, spouse, co-worker, or family member? Then this list is for you....
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Ep. 72: Interview with Susan Cain!
When I started this podcast, my #1 dream guest was Susan Cain. So, I’m very happy to bring this episode to you today. Susan’s 2012 book, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop...
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How to deal with houseguests
During the holiday season, you might find yourself with friends or family staying under your roof. Depending on the situation, you might be excited and happy about this–and a bit stressed out. Look,...
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Mother’s Day Gifts for Highly Sensitive People and Introverts
Mother’s Day is coming up soon–it’s on May 14th this year! Have you found a gift for the mother in your life? This list shows gifts ideal for a highly sensitive and/or introverted mom. (Note:...
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Low stress jobs for introverts and sensitive people
You don’t have to be an HSP or an introvert to want a job with low stress. There are some people who crave pressure and fast-paced environments, but I’d wager that most people don’t. So, for those of...
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