A Rant Against Job Interviews (Plus, 3 interview tips anyway)
I think it’s fair to say that most people dislike job interviews. And for HSPs, they are extra super not-fun. My rant: Unless you are interviewing for a job where interviewing will be your function, then being judged by your performance in an interview is kind of dumb. If...
Highly Sensitive Person Travel Survival Kit
I enjoy traveling, but it isn’t without its challenges as an HSP. Here are a list of the essentials (and, well, not-so-essentials) that will help make your trip much more comfortable and enjoyable. Sleep Mask: Block out any offending light sources when you are trying to get some precious...
The difference Between Introverts and Highly Sensitive People?
Introversion and high sensitivity often get lumped together. It’s estimated that 70% of HSPs are introverts (source), so I can see how it is easy to get them confused. If you aren’t sure of the difference, hopefully this post will help make things a bit clearer. Introversion in a nutshell Introversion...
Jobs and Careers for Highly Sensitive Persons
Ok, let’s get down to business. Which careers and jobs will best fit your traits as a highly sensitive person? I previously wrote a post about the best job for HSPs, but that solution won’t work for everyone. Let’s talk about opportunities for those who need to work in...
Remembering the dreaded “Class Participation”
Going through old boxes of stuff at my parents’ house, I found this progress report from a religion class I attended in first grade, when I was about 6 years old. Classic!!! Check it out-I’ve got perfect marks on everything, except a C in “oral participation.” In the comments,...
Follow-Up: My First Experience Taking Care of a Dog
I recently wrote a post where I wondered if I would be able to handle having a dog. I grew up in a house where my dad hated pets, so we never had one. He thought they were dirty and annoying. So I grew up thinking the same thing....