Setting Boundaries Will Help You, the World, and Your Relationships Flourish

It can feel hard to say no. You do not want to hurt someone’s feelings or disappoint them. There is a part of us that wants to help others and often end up giving and giving, sometimes beyond our capacity. When we have created that expectation in our relationships, friendships, and possibly at work, we end up giving more than we have, and therefore, our own needs end up at the very bottom. Learn more and take my free Boundaries Masterclass!

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How to Set Healthy Boundaries as an HSP and Improve Your Relationships

Highly sensitive people (HSPs) are often over-givers. We think it is kind to give so much, but actually, it can be unhealthy. I’ve worked with HSPs all over the world and one thing that comes up the most is how much resentment comes up when you feel you have been so giving but are not getting back what you put in. Watch this quick video to learn more.

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Taking a Quiet Day Before and After Things That Drain Energy: The Tool Every HSP Needs

In general, HSPs, with a highly sensitive nervous system, need to learn particular tools to live well in an overstimulating world. Even fun days can drain energy so we encourage storing up and preserving your energy! It’s amazing how particular types of self-care can make a huge difference for us! It’s important that we normalize and validate our experiences and be intentional about our wellness.

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Prepping for the World Reopening

Are you overwhelmed with social engagements or extra sensory stimulation now that the world is reopening? Many HSPs have shared that with so much quiet time at home they feel a little out of practice and are also concerned about overstimulation. This article shares ideas that can help validate your experience and give you ideas for things that might help you ease into it all.

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One Full Unstructured Day Off Every Week: An Essential Tool for Your HSP Toolbox

Many HSPs have a hard time advocating for unstructured alone time. Societal or family pressures often inaccurately teach us that it is selfish to do self-care or we are taught that being "busy" constantly is what is valued. But HSPs who don't take this unstructured time generally DO NOT thrive and I don't believe that is good for you or the world, do you? I believe self-care that helps us thrive is the right thing to do so let's change those old messages together.

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Stillness: A Daily Calming Tool

When you practice stillness daily you will be shocked at how much better you feel in all ways! It might take a bit of time to settle but once you keep practicing you will begin to feel the benefits. Stillness will slow your motor and make it easier to feel calm, patience, connection, and overall wellness! Your health will improve if you are still and it is easier to read what your body is telling you it needs.

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Slow Mornings: A Tool to Reduce Stress & Anxiety

Quiet, slow mornings have a significant impact on lowering stress and anxiety for HSPs for the entire day. When done so mindfully, it is almost like it slows your internal motor and keeps it slower for the whole day, which then reduces stress and anxiety. This post shares ideas to support your wellness starting first thing in the morning!

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Hazards of Misdiagnosis for the Highly Sensitive Person

It’s important to educate your medical and mental health practitioners about the trait of high sensitivity to avoided misdiagnosis and to advocate for your unique needs. Learn more and get a free letter to give your doctor and therapist about high sensitivity so they can understand you better and offer you the best care.

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