Did you see the story yesterday about the shar-pei dog that was abandoned at a train station in Scotland? Look at this:
This headline and photo do me in. Oh man, it hits me right in the heart.
For three reasons.
HSP vs. Non-HSP: The Challah Debacle
October 1, 2014 by 8 Comments
Something happened a few days ago that I think nicely illustrates the difference between a highly sensitive person (me) and a non-HSP (my husband Jim).
Jim and I were invited to a Rosh Hashanah dinner at a friend’s house. She told us to bring two loaves of challah bread. [Read more…]
Incontinuities and Illogicalities Ruin Movies & TV
September 14, 2014 by 9 Comments
I was watching Big Bang Theory today. In the episode, Leonard was being sent on a trip to Switzerland to observe the Hadron Collider. The entire episode was about Sheldon trying to convince Leonard to take him on the trip instead of Penny, since it had been Sheldon’s lifelong dream to see the Hadron Collider.
While watching, I thought, “Why doesn’t Sheldon just book a trip to Switzerland and see it on his own?” And just like that, the episode was ruined. The entire premise was rubbish, in my mind.
This happens to me ALL THE TIME. [Read more…]
I Never Watch Horror Movies
September 7, 2014 by 76 Comments
When I was a kid, my parents didn’t let me watch R-rated movies.
So, of course, that meant I really wanted to watch R-rated movies.
I remember going to a friend’s house for a sleepover, maybe in middle school. All us girls sat in the living room and watched the recently released horror movie Pet Semetary. I was excited to see my first R movie. [Read more…]
I’m not lazy…HSPs just need more sleep.
September 3, 2014 by 11 Comments
Oh, sweet, sweet, sleep.
Dr. Elaine Aron recommends that HSPs “spend 8-10 hours in bed each day, sleeping or not.” (source) I totally agree! [Read more…]
Responding to Haters, Yet Again
August 18, 2014 by 12 Comments
A friend posted a link to my new podcast on her Facebook wall and someone had some not-so-nice things to say. Here’s some of it:
I think someone ‘realizing’ they are highly sensitive is about the worst thing that could happen to them. It’s the emotional equivalent of “What is your body type? Are you pear shaped?”
I guess I am worried by the amount of self-diagnosis going on in our generation and how damaging that can be to individuals: I’ve seen the psychosomatic affect on people and it’s kinda scary.
[The podcast] would certainly help those with HSP! But it may damage those who read it who don’t have HSP.
What do I have to say to this?
It’s misconception, misunderstanding, and ignorance. [Read more…]
How did being an introvert or HSP affect you as a kid?
July 25, 2014 by 26 Comments
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 remember being told to “speak up”, “participate more”, “go play with the other kids”, “stop being so shy”, and “get your head out of your book”.
How cool would a fitness gym for HSPs and introverts be?!
June 5, 2014 by 7 Comments
The Social Anxiety / Shyness / Introvert / HSP Gym has dividers between every treadmill, every stationary bike, and every weight bench-kind of like cubicles. There is an indicator light above each machine area to let you know if it’s occupied.
The gym has an app where you can see how many people are currently at the gym. Fifty people are working out right now? Hmm, I’ll just wait until later. [Read more…]
I Can’t Shop When People are Waiting for Me
May 21, 2014 by 20 Comments
I’ve never been able to shop with other people. Especially when someone is waiting for me. Just the idea of it sounds awful.
There have been times when my husband and I are at the mall, and I need to buy something, and he’s in a generous mood and tells me to “take my time.” Then I’ll get excited and start browsing the racks, but within a couple minutes, I can’t help but feel a weight on me… the weight of someone who is waiting for me. [Read more…]
Highly Sensitive Person Travel Survival Kit
April 28, 2014 by 3 Comments
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. [Read more…]
