Have you heard of the term “Highly Sensitive Person” or HSP?
Those who are HSPs are thought to have an increased central nervous system and have a sensitivity to physical, emotional, or social stimuli. These people are attuned to their inner state of mind and usually to the feeling or behaviors of those around them,
HSPs can often feel overwhelmed by noises, colors, or temperatures.
Here are some ways we can understand this term further and embrace ourselves or someone we may know who is an HSP.
The Thought Process
Have you ever felt rushed or that you had a short period of time?
Do you feel sensitive to bright lights?
Can you tell what someone is feeling from the tone of their voice?
These are just some scenarios that highlight what HSPs commonly experience.
By acknowledging these traits and knowing what to look out for, we can get a sense of the thought process of an HSP and approach everyone with more empathy!
Acknowledging Strengths
It’s important to also highlight the strengths of HSPs.
Highly sensitive people are able to be deeply moved by beauty and can feel strongly connected to themselves and others.
Embracing these strengths, especially in our society, shows that there we can accept ourselves fully for who we are.