Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting 2624: 7 Signs You’re Highly Sensitive (and How to Keep It From Holding You Back) by Luis Congdon on Self-Care and Growth
Jun 15, 2025
Luis Congdon dives into the world of highly sensitive people, discussing key traits like emotional absorption and sensory sensitivity. He highlights that HSPs, making up 15-20% of us, often experience life more intensely. The conversation includes practical self-care strategies to turn sensitivity into a strength. Listeners learn to embrace their unique perspectives and honor their needs, emphasizing that it's perfectly normal to feel deeply and ask for adjustments in their environments to maintain well-being.
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Understanding High Sensitivity
- Being highly sensitive means you're not weak but different, with unique traits like intuition and empathy.
- Approximately 15 to 20% of people are highly sensitive, offering both challenges and strengths.
Replenish Emotional Energy
- Take care to replenish yourself emotionally by spending time alone or writing to process feelings.
- Prioritize self-care to handle absorbing others' emotions effectively as a highly sensitive person.
Manage Overstimulation
- Limit exposure to loud noises, bright lights, and strong smells to avoid overwhelm.
- Make small requests like turning off fluorescent lights to feel comfortable and respected.
