

Highly Sensitive Teens
Aug 12, 2025
Dive into the world of highly sensitive teens navigating the tumultuous journey to adulthood. Discover the transformative power of nature in healing emotional wounds. Learn about the complex interplay of masculinity and societal expectations that affects these teens. Hear firsthand stories of misunderstood youth longing for connection and support. Explore practical tools for parents and mentors to nurture resilience and authenticity. This insightful discussion shines a light on the brilliance of sensitive souls who, when understood, can truly thrive.
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Rite Of Passage Gap
- North America lacks meaningful rites of passage, leaving teens to navigate adulthood alone.
- Randy observed 19th birthday is treated as the technical but insufficient rite of passage.
Wilderness Program Experience
- Randy ran a 26-day wilderness corrections program for court-appointed youth and observed sensitivity patterns first-hand.
- He used extended backcountry immersion to study behavior and trauma in sensitive teens.
Sensitivity Magnifies Trauma
- Highly sensitive teens often experience deeper trauma and show hypervigilance, rebellion, and self-rejection.
- Randy likened HSP awareness to eagle vision and hypervigilant HSPs to a peregrine falcon, much more intense than peers.