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 Episode 4: Rant Against Working in an Office Cubicle

This episode is a rant. I want you to understand that before you listen.hate cubicle

If you don’t like complaining, you might want to skip it.

In episode #4, I talk about my personal experience working in a cubicle in an office for over 1o years and my battle against the following enemies:

  • A stinky office kitchen
  • Bright lights
  • A painful chair
  • A lack of control
  • Noise

Formidable foes all, but no match for the ultimate solution: quitting and working from home.

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Headphones are the New Wall: Everyone Hates Open Office Plans

headphones are the new wall_smMy first taste of an open office plan took me by surprise.

Several years ago, I was on the first day of a new job, and was led into an office meant for one person. In that office were three desks, one each for me and my two officemates. [Read more…]