9 Tips for Coping in the Workplace as a Highly Sensitive Person

hsp job copingI worked in an office environment for around ten years, with most of that time either in a cubicle or in a big room with other people.

A lot of the time, I hated it.

So many things played a part in bothering and distracting me in that professional environment. Some things were obvious (like a wrong-sized chair that hurt my body) but other things contributed just a tiny piece to making me feel awful–usually without me even realizing it. [Read more…]

HSP Podcast 24: 7 tips for dealing with the challenges of being an HSP

HSP how dealIn this episode 24, I provide some tips on how to deal with the challenging aspects of being highly sensitive.

Do you ever say these things to yourself?

  • “I give a lot to other people but they don’t notice-they don’t appreciate or reciprocate my thoughtfulness.”
  • “I can’t trust many people because they will inevitably hurt me or let me down.”
  • “How can I be less sensitive?”
  • “My empathy weighs heavily on me-It’s so tiring. How can I better handle this?”

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Resources mentioned in this episode: The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer

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7 tips to cope with the challenges of high sensitivity

hsp challenges copingHave you ever said to yourself:

I’m tired of being hurt and let down by other people. How can I be less sensitive?

Maybe you feel like you give a lot to other people but they don’t return your thoughtfulness. You care so much, but others don’t notice. You can’t trust many people because they will inevitably hurt you or let you down. Your empathy weighs heavily on you. It’s all so tiring. How can you deal?

Here are some strategies that may help you cope.

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Interview: “My Partner is a Highly Sensitive Person”

relationships HSPsHas your spouse, partner, or friend told you that they are a Highly Sensitive Person?

What are you supposed to do with that information?

What does it mean to be a HSP? And what does it mean for you, as their loved one? [Read more…]