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How do HSP deal with life?
THE BASICS
- 1) Get enough sleep.
- 2) Eat healthy foods regularly throughout the day.
- 3) Wear noise-reducing headphones.
- 4) Plan for decompression time.
- 5) Have at least one quiet room or space to retreat to in your home.
- 6) Give yourself time and space to get things done.
- 7) Limit caffeine.
- 8) Keep the lights down low.
Can a HSP be happy?
Not only are HSPs extra sensitive to environmental stimulation, they’re also sensitive emotionally. “Sensitive people can’t help but express what they’re feeling,” she told the Huffington Post. “They show their anger, they show their happiness. Appreciating that is really important.”
How does it feel to be a HSP?
Highly Sensitive Persons are often very intelligent, creative, empathetic and outgoing with the trusted people in their lives. Having a strong support group is essential. HSPs tend to like the comforts of home, where the lights, sounds and environment can be controlled.
What should highly sensitive people eat?
Highly sensitive people are usually more sensitive to changes in their blood sugar levels. Eating small frequent meals throughout the day keeps blood sugar balanced so you can experience even moods….Eat right
- Animal protein.
- Vegetable or fruit (healthy carbohydrate)
- Healthy fat.
How can I Help my HSP cope with stress?
Getting enough sleep soothes your senses and will help you cope with an already overwhelming world. 2) Eat healthy foods regularly throughout the day. Aron points out that extreme hunger can be disruptive to an HSP’s mood or concentration.
How do you deal with the HSP trait?
If you’re a coffee drinker (or dark chocolate junkie) and identify with the HSP trait description, giving up the joe might be a big step towards feeling more collected and calm. 8) Keep the lights down low. I’ve never liked bright lights and learning about HSP helped me understand why.
What are the challenges of being a HSP?
HSPs don’t do well with an overly packed schedule or too much time in noisy, crowded or high pressure environments.
Who coined the term highly sensitive person (HSP)?
According to my professor, Dr. Elaine Aron, a psychologist, coined the term HSP in 1996. Through her research, Aron wrote a book, “ The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You .”