Some people view being highly sensitive as a curse. But it is actually a gift. And a very special one at that. Is is actually known scientifically as sensory input sensitivity. Put in simple terms, you have far more to process than other people because there is so much more going on.
Learning to cope with this can feel like this is a problem. But when you understand this on a deeper level, what is happening inside you becomes clearer. And this is where you can start to feel alive again.
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I discovered I was highly sensitive a some years ago, which explained why I had always felt different and struggled to fit in. This realisation led me to explore mind-body practices and learn about my nervous system, ultimately helping me find balance.
My journey included completing the Dahn Masters course in London, where I vowed to share my knowledge of well-being.
This experience deepened my understanding of high sensitivity and inspired me to create the Dream Method coaching program based on the TGROW method for HSPs.
I realise being highly sensitive can feel like a real burden, but it isn't. When you watch the free Dream Method webinar, you can book a free call with me to discuss this further. I sincerely want to help.
Emotional Overload
Highly sensitive people (HSPs) feel emotions more deeply than others, which can lead to overwhelm, especially in highly emotional or stressful situations.
Sensitivity to Criticism
Feedback or criticism, even if constructive, can feel personal and trigger intense self-doubt or hurt
Overstimulation in Crowds
Busy environments like parties, shopping centres, or public transport can be overwhelming due to heightened sensitivity to noise, light, and energy.
Difficulty with Change
HSPs often struggle with transitions or unexpected changes because they thrive on routine and predictability.
Absorbing Others' Emotions
As natural empaths, highly sensitive individuals can take on the emotions and energy of others, leaving them drained or emotionally burdened.
Create a Calming Environment
Design spaces that recharge your energy, such as a quiet room for relaxation or meditation. Incorporate soft lighting, calming colours, and comforting textures.
Set Healthy Boundaries
Learn to say no to situations or people that drain your energy. Protect your time and emotional well-being by prioritising activities that align with your values.
Embrace Your Sensitivity as a Strength
Use your heightened awareness to connect deeply with others, practice creativity, and make thoughtful decisions. Reframing sensitivity as a gift can boost your confidence and self-image.
What does it mean to be a highly sensitive person (HSP)?
A highly sensitive person is someone who processes sensory information, emotions, and experiences more deeply than others. This heightened sensitivity can enhance creativity and empathy but may also lead to challenges like emotional overwhelm and overstimulation.
How can I tell if I’m highly sensitive?
Signs of high sensitivity include being easily overwhelmed by loud noises or bright lights, feeling drained after social events, having a rich inner world, and reacting strongly to criticism or conflict. Taking a sensitivity self-assessment can provide further insight.
Is being highly sensitive a weakness?
No, high sensitivity is a personality trait, not a weakness. While it comes with challenges, it also offers strengths such as emotional depth, intuition, and the ability to connect deeply with others. Learning to manage sensitivity can transform it into a powerful asset.
How can highly sensitive people handle criticism better?
Practising self-compassion, reframing criticism as an opportunity to learn, and seeking feedback in a safe, constructive environment can help. It's also helpful to recognise that criticism often reflects the other person’s perspective, not your worth.
Are there ways to reduce overstimulation as an HSP?
Yes, creating calming routines, setting aside quiet time for recharging, using noise-cancelling headphones, and practising mindfulness techniques can help reduce overstimulation. Planning your day to avoid overly crowded or chaotic environments is also beneficial.
Being highly sensitive has been shown to describe people who process all information very deeply, including emotions, thoughts and sensory input. This is a personality trait that has both a good and a bad side. If you are highly sensitive, you are likely to excel in creativity, empathy and see connections that other people just do not see.
Dealing with your own feelings, thoughts and emotions is usually enough for most people to handle. Being highly sensitive will make you an empath to a greater or lesser degree, and this means you take on other people’s problems, almost like they are your own. This leads to emotional exhaustion.
Today we ask the question ‘Do you find it incredibly difficult to function without proper sleep? If your answer to this question is yes, you may well be highly sensitive.
Highly Sensitive People usually react badly to criticism of conflict. Welcome to this series on highly sensitive human beings.
HSP’s usually don’t react well to criticism and conflict.
Deadlines and time pressure can cause serious distress and uneasiness to someone who is highly sensitive. They are more at home with themselves, taking their time and giving their full focus on the task they are doing.
This article is about being uncomfortable with change as a highly sensitive human. Do you feel anxious trying something new or eating somewhere you have never eaten before?
There is a lot more going on inside highly sensitive people. There is a biological and an energetic level to this. Because of this complex inner world, highly sensitive people can be looked upon as too high maintenance, too difficult, too intense even.
The Dream Method is a one to one coaching course with comprehensive online resources to help you find out what is the power inside of you as a highly sensitive human being.
There are five steps to the Dream Method. Discover, Realise, Embrace, Actualise and Master.
Watch the free webinar by clicking the link below to see if the Dream Method will work for you.
The Dream Method is tailored to help highly sensitive people (HSPs) better understand themselves. It focuses on uncovering the deeper patterns behind their emotional reactions and life cycles. By exploring these dynamics, the Dream Method helps you recognise the coping mechanisms they’ve developed, which may feel like barriers to growth. The goal is to break free from cycles of negativity, enabling HSPs to foster greater personal awareness and a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) are often recognised for their strong intuition—an ability to deeply understand situations without conscious reasoning.
Scientific studies support this connection, with links provided below for further reading.
The Dream Method helps HSPs harness their intuition as a powerful tool for personal growth, guiding them to elevate their lives. Explore more about intuition through the provided resources.
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