Gift Recommendations for the Sensitive from an HSP Psychotherapist
As a Psychotherapist specializing in high sensitivity and neurodiversity, I want to underscore the significance of understanding and honoring sensory sensitivities. When selecting gifts for someone who is highly sensitive, it's important to consider options that address their unique sensory needs. Here are some of my personal favorites:
My Favorite Sensory-Friendly Presents
Wearable Device Lowers Anxiety & Improves Sleep
The Apollo Neuro is a wearable vibration device designed to deliver gentle vibrations that calm the nervous system. Worn on the wrist or ankle or clipped to your clothes (my favorite way), it offers personalized programs for relaxation, stress reduction, and better sleep. This innovative device can be valuable to a highly sensitive person's toolkit for managing stress and promoting restful sleep. Learn more + Save $40
Super Soft Sheets & Clothes
As an HSP, I am very sensitive to how the fabric feels, and these soft sheets and soft fabric loungewear are my favorite (and Oprah’s, too)! I LOVE the sensory pleasure of how good these feel! I have been using the same set of sheets and clothes I bought a few years back, and they are still soft and wonderful! Save 40% using this link: cozyearth.com/JULIEBJELLAND
My Favorite Mattress & Pillows
I learned about this mattress from an HSP posture and movement specialist, and it has been so good for my back and my sleep! I also love their pillows; you can custom stuff exactly how you like it! See the Sale
Courses Created for Highly Sensitive People
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Each course offers something different and complements the other. Many HSPs enjoy taking ALL the courses to have a well-rounded positive impact on overall wellness. Here’s a quick summary of the five courses available. Note that each course also has a full page of additional information and videos at HSPcourses.com.
Your Self-Discovery Journey Do you struggle to know your needs and meet them because you’ve usually focused on the needs of others, leaving you feeling restless or empty? Are there dreams you've had but fears that feel too big? Are you at a new stage in life? Is there a path you've wanted to take, but the change feels hard to do? We've all been through a lot these last few years, and it's a good time to get to know yourself authentically so you can truly meet your needs while in a supportive environment.
Brain Training for the Highly Sensitive Person, Techniques to Reduce Anxiety and Overwhelming Emotions. If you are experiencing a lot of anxiety, emotional reactions, daily fight/flight activation, or struggling with health issues, we recommend this course. It’s common for many HSPs to have an over-activated fight/flight/freeze response, which sets up an alarm bell in our systems, releasing stress chemicals daily that can create chronic health conditions like digestive issues, allergies, migraines, autoimmune issues, etc. Most HSPs report feeling improvement within the first two weeks.
The HSP Toolbox, Holistic Tools to Calm a Sensitive Nervous System Just imagine what life could be like if you had more energy and felt confident that you had the tools you needed to live your life to the fullest. Imagine if you didn’t feel held back from your sensitivities and instead could access all the gifts within you. What would life look like if you felt resilient and could accomplish all your goals? With tools, you will feel better both physically and emotionally. You’ll have more patience, energy, focus, creativity, productivity, and resiliency.
Blooming Brilliantly, Understanding and Loving Who You Are as a Sensitive Person helps you develop self-love, protect your energy, set healthy boundaries to improve your friendships and relationships and learn about natural supplements to help you sleep and restore more fully. Learn to become a blooming HSP so you can be a compassionate, loving, patient friend to yourself. When you walk around in the world liking who you are, you raise your vibration, attracting positive, supportive people who also love who you are! You’ll feel stronger and more resilient, which helps you stay balanced and healthy.
How to Grow a Heart-Centered Online Business helps HSPs who want to start or grow an online business. I share everything I’ve learned that helps me run a business as a highly sensitive person, plus live in balance. My favorite is teaching you how to create passive income so you can take days off for self-care and still get paid! It also includes 8 weeks free in the HSP Heart-Centered Business Group with perks like getting listed on our HSP directories, referrals, writing for The HSP Blog, special Business events for HSPs, feedback and collaboration, and access to our Business Library of resources!
*All courses include eight weeks free inside the Sensitive Empowerment Community (for new members). Connect with me and other kind-hearted sensitives, plus access all the events, Meet & Greets, and specialized groups (including groups for HSPs experiencing Depression, HSPs 60+, and BIPOC & LGBTQ+ HSPs). Plus, access to our HSP library of resources. If you are not a member yet, be sure to join the community using the link INSIDE the course to get the 8 weeks free.
What I hear over and over again from HSPs taking my courses…
“These courses were life-changing. I wish I had done this sooner.”
Learn more about all courses at HSPcourses.com.
Julie Bjelland, LMFT
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in highly sensitive people, neurodiversity, and adult female autism. I founded Sensitive Empowerment to raise awareness about the extraordinary value inherent in sensitivity and neurodiversity. Recognizing the vital importance of education and support, I’m dedicated to creating tools and resources to reduce susceptibility to mental and physical health challenges. Learn more at JulieBjelland.com.
Some men have expressed frustration about my focus on women’s autism experiences, but this emphasis addresses a longstanding research gap that makes women-centered support essential.