Sensitivity

David Wilson, a BACP registered counsellor, explains what High Sensitivity is and the traits that are present in a highly sensitive person.

Highly sensitive people have empathetic hearts. When the world is too much, they feel exhausted by it and need time to themselves. Stimuli like flashing lights, loud noises, and quick movements begin to startle them. In those moments, they require space and a safe place to just take a pause! #highlysensitivepeople #hsp #selfcaretips #highlysensitiveperson

Absolutely all the feels. All the time.

How do you recognize a highly sensitive person? #mentalhealth #sensitiveperson

I used to dislike being sensitive. I thought it made me weak. But take away that single trait, and you take away the very essence of who I am. You take away my conscience, my ability to empathize, my intuition, my creativity, my deep appreciation of the little things...

Introverts, highly sensitive people (HSP) and empaths all have heightened sensitivity. Whether it's to people’s energies, the plight of the oppressed, the state of the world, the weather, sound and light –you feel on a deep level. Given this heightened sensitivity, it’s extra important to take care of our physical & mental health because we tend to burn out quicker, usually from overstimulation. Here are 23 tips to help you relax and recharge.

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Jennifer Nurick MA Psych/Coun shared a photo on Instagram: “🧠A Highly Sensitive Person as described by Elaine Aron in her wonderful book “The Highly Sensitive…” • See 195 photos and videos on their profile.

Read on our collection of being sensitive quotes and sayings and don’t lose hope if things go haywire. You can surely relate to these inspirational quotes on sensitivity.