People-pleasing may seem like an act of kindness, but it often leads to emotional exhaustion, weakened boundaries, and even chronic health issues. Learn how self-suppression, stress, and societal conditioning contribute to burnout and autoimmune disorders—and how breaking free from people-pleasing can restore your well-being.
Read MoreFeeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. This gentle reminder offers small, doable steps for self-care, sensory comfort, and emotional support. Join the Sensitive Empowerment Community for connection, understanding, and a space where you truly belong.
Read MoreIn this guest post, Christine shares how Chocolate is often celebrated as a comfort food, but for HSPs its effects can be both soothing and challenging. Understanding how chocolate interacts with our bodies and emotions can help us enjoy it in a way that truly nourishes us.
Read MoreEmbrace your unique wellness path this holiday season with permission to set boundaries, say no, and honor your needs. Discover self-care ideas, connect with like-minded individuals, and enjoy sensory-friendly online gatherings in a supportive community.
Read MoreThis Thanksgiving, embrace gratitude and connection with Julie Bjelland’s Sensitive Empowerment Community. Join Christine Magnussen’s Thanksgiving Potluck on Zoom for HSPs 60+, explore free resources, and focus on what truly nourishes your soul. Christine offers health coaching for Positive Aging and well-being.
Read MoreSensitive and neurodivergent individuals often feel deeply affected by rising inequality and attacks on marginalized communities. This guide offers support for emotional healing, community building, and taking meaningful action. Discover how to harness your sensitivity to create change, protect your rights, and stand up for the marginalized.
Read MoreWhen it comes to healthy self-care, there are so many things to consider with regard to mind, body, and spirit. While everyone is different, as a Highly Sensitive Person, you will likely find that you have many things in common with other HSPs.
Read MorePracticing loving affirmations can help us feel our value. These were written for HSPs by other highly sensitive people!
Read MoreTo stay well, your self-care as an HSP needs to look different than most. One of our important pieces of wellness comes from having daily unstructured alone time where you are not taking in anything new and giving your brain and sensitive nervous system time to rest and restore. To help you advocate for your needs, here is some language you might find helpful…
Read MoreSilent, daily, alone time is the foundation of wellness for highly sensitive people. HSPs have a trait scientifically known as Sensory Processing Sensitivity, which requires a specific type of self-care to function optimally. When taken care of in the right ways, HSPs can thrive even more than those without the trait.
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