High sensitivity is your strength

Highly Sensitive Person Explained

What is high sensitivity? Many people have heard of this concept. Still, I notice that people do not always know what it is truly about.

High sensitivity is an innate trait characterized by hypersensitivity to internal and external stimuli. Thus, everything you see, hear, smell, taste, and feel (external stimuli) is experienced much more intensely than by non-highly sensitive individuals. Thoughts (internal stimuli) are also experienced very intensely. Especially when internal stimuli lead to overthinking or scenario thinking. HSPs need more time to process these stimuli. It costs more energy as there is deep information processing of this incoming information. As a result, HSPs (Highly Sensitive Persons) see connections, opportunities, problems, and risks earlier, and they often feel different from other (non-highly sensitive) people. It is very important that you sense in time that you need rest and learn to set your boundaries.

What characterizes HSPs?

Highly sensitive people love depth; conversations must have substance. We have no use for idle chit-chat! In participating in the workforce, experiencing fulfillment and meaning is crucial. HSPs pick up various subtle emotional or social signals that others often do not notice. For example, HSPs can gather a lot of information from the tone in which someone says something or the way someone looks at another. As a result, certain events may not be a surprise to a highly sensitive person, while this can be the case for non-HSPs. HSPs can also perfectly sense the energy/mood of other people. They can feel the energy that lingers in certain places or buildings.

Different Types of HSPs

What many people do not know is that there are different types of highly sensitive people because not every HSP copes with overstimulation in the same way. Some highly sensitive individuals can completely regain themselves by engaging in activities with others. These are extroverted HSPs. While other HSPs prefer to be alone to find calm (introverted HSPs). Moreover, within both of these categories, there are HSPs who like and quickly want to gain new experiences. They are often willing to take (well-considered) risks for this. This category is referred to as HSP with HSS (High Sensation Seeker). This group, for example, enjoys starting a new job after 2 to 3 years. This is because, after this period, a desire arises to learn new skills, meet new colleagues, etc. They accept the risk that the new experience may not live up to expectations for various reasons. HSS can also manifest in smaller ways, such as the desire to frequently change clothing style or hairstyle.

High Sensitivity is a Strength When...

From experience, I can tell you that high sensitivity can be your strength if you learn to manage it well. This learning process starts with self-acceptance and self-love. By applying the right self-care and centering your balance, you will experience structural balance and happiness in life.

If, after reading this blog, you have any questions or want to know how I can support you, I warmly invite you to contact me.