10 Things every HIGHLY SENSITIVE PERSON should know (Must-know HSP tips)

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In today's video, I share 10 Things every highly sensitive person should know. These are my most-know HSP tips for all the sensitive people out there. I feel very passionate about empowering sensitive people and I'm so happy to have this platform to connect with all of you about this topic, and to hear what's on your mind. Self care, mental health, emotional health and all that good stuff!

Lots of love,
🌼 Vera

VIDEO CHAPTERS
Intro 0:00
A trait you're born with 1:30
Uniquely different 4:32
A true gift 5:43
Making things easier 7:30
Stimuli won't bite 9:40
A slower, simpler life 10:30
Emotional boundaries 11:41
Your sensitivity is powerful 13:05
Nothing you can't do 15:14
HSP, autism & ADHD 16:46
Final thoughts & recommendations 19:39

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[SimpleHappyZen]

What else would you like me to make a video about, when it comes to high sensitivity? Drop your suggestions here! 🤗🍵

[ingebird]

I am happier staying away from people. I enjoy spending time with my fur babies and only leave my home when I need things.

[Lin-]

Known since 1996. Here's a story: Last year, for reasons that were not a fire, the fire alarm at work went off for an hour. I just continued doing my work. It was pretty awful. Another person, not HSP and much tougher than I, was more freaked out and told me I was giving off such a sense of calm. I wasn't feeling calm! But I realized that they were freaking out a little because they were not used to be over-stimulated. But I was! So I had coping strategies that just clicked in because I need them all the time. And I handled that situation better than they. Do NOT let anyone convince you that HSPs are not strong. As Vera said, different strong. But strong.

[connieseward]

There is a quote by Mary Anne Radmacher that goes “Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, 'I will try again tomorrow. '”. Lovely video btw 🌸

[Ametista_acpc]

i am hsp and disable, when my nephew was 2 years old he tell me every day "when i grow up i want to be strong like you"

[somangichakraborty]

My father always scold me and say you have problem with every thing as I always say to lower the volume of phone and TV ...and complain about bright lights and strong smell ...and i can relate to everything you are saying... thank you very much for comforting informations...❤

[chillibird]

I've been told to not be so sensitive and after years of being quiet, I respond 'that's me'.

[jenniferbasford]

How many times have I heard comments like: "Don't let one little thing ruin your entire day! " "Why can't you just make a decision? " and "You overthink everything! "
But understanding these things made me much stronger.

[blonniejenn]

Oh my goodness. 67 years and you have just described me. I have suffered so much; I can remember things from when I was a toddler that are now explained. I will have my husband-my biggest ally-listen to this video asap. Bless and thank you, Jenn.

[CammyHell]

I have multiple little bags all around me that contain Chapstick, lotion, dental floss, dental picks, earplugs, and nail files. I keep one in my purse, one next to my chair in the living room, one in my nightstand in my bedroom, and one in each glove compartment of both cars.

[oykkhht]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm in tears. I'm 62 years old and never had anyone explain "me" so well. And I've been in therapy since jr high. No one has ever said that I am okay. Bless you 🙏

[emanuelad]

When I was around 6-7 years old my family called me Mimosa. This is a fern like plant that closes its leaves when lightly touched. And was also told “ too sensitive”. I resented a lot being so sensitive. I now appreciate the part of me that feels the joy and music and dance and color more. It also lead me to be very creative.

[taylora]

I'm a male hsp, & have gotten so much pushback for being overly sensitive with the "boys don't cry, " & "take it like a man" shaming still so prevalent. You are so right about disliking clutter & crowds! My wife is the breadwinner, & I find the domestic duties, (cooking/cleaning etc, ) so therapeutic.

[wiviannegrapenholt]

As an autistic person with an ADD-diagnosis I just want to share my thoughts on “labelling” and diagnosis. It doesn’t matter what the doctor labels your symptoms as. What matters is how your symptoms, weaknesses and strengths, are described so that you can understand yourself and your needs better.
I can still benefit from advice given to someone with HSP as well as a HSP-person can benefit from advice that are given to someone on the autism spectrum or have ADHD.

And finally, I can't help but point out that autism and ADHD are also not something you can control or be cured of. It is rather that our brains have a different operating system than neorutypical brains.
We are all different and that’s a good thing!❤❤❤

[jeanie]

When you talked about strength vs. toughness, I thought of this quote: "Nothing is so strong as gentleness, nothing so gentle as real strength."
-Saint Francis de Sales

I recently discovered your channel and I've been enjoying your videos. I really appreciate the HSP and burnout content. I'm currently trying to recover from burnout and habitual stress. Your positive attitude and soothing voice are very calming for my nervous system. Thank you 💗

[jessicaj]

Thanks a lot, Vera! 🌸🌸🌸
I'm starting to feel a normal person thanks to you!
My family refused to accept my sensitivity.
They were annoyed with it.
Since my childhood I've been constantly blamed for being too shy, too unsociable, too reactive.
For noticing little details I've been blamed as being fastidious.
I' ve been blamed for showing off, for improper emotions.
I've been suffering from hypersensitive skin and digestion.
My parents were telling me, that everyone was normal, but me.
I was shamed for being too sensitive.
I was demanded to train myself to become different, more unflappable, more brave, more enduring.
I never knew, that I was sensitive.
I felt defective...

Four years ago I got completely broken both physically and emotionally.
I got serious issues with my health.
I'm now getting out of the "darkness".
I'm learning to live anew.
I'm learning to accept my sensitivity.
I'm learning to take care of myself.
I'm very grateful to you for your review!
They do support me very much!

[CHengen]

I thought I was the only one who needs days to recover from a doctor appointment! Thank you for sharing your insights and encouragement, Vera. ❤️

[itsHeatherKay]

I’m an HSP too! It’s a wonderful life… especially when you’re all by yourself. 😉

[choppers]

I have learned that early morning flights -while cheaper-are just not something I will do anymore. I feel so drained from getting up early and this added stress to an already stressful trip planning experience. And I already get so stressed out that I’m going to forget to pack something. It’s not like I’m going to a deserted island and won’t find a store to buy what I’m missing but for whatever reason I need to make sure I have what I need. I now am ok with packing a few extra items and just checking the bag. Knowing I have certain healthy food items (I’m a picky eater) and my tea and maybe certain extra clothes is such a relief in my little sensitive mind, it’s worth the $25 check fee. Thanks for validating us because a HSP could be quite critical of oneself with some of these tendencies. Ive gotten much better embracing what makes me feel better, and who cares what anyone else thinks 😅

[ginnyQ]

I'm 67 but did not know I was HSP until 20 years ago. I still have strong memories of being a young child at a professional baseball game with my parents and crying the whole time because of the noise and sheer number of people. My dad was upset, as I had ruined what was supposed to be a fun family outing. Even so young, I felt such shame. I spent most of my life trying to "undo" my sensitive nature and toughen up. My self-esteem suffered horribly. A therapist finally told me about Elaine Aron when I was 47 . I immediately bought her book. What a positive change it has made for me and my life since. I'm glad you discovered being your wonderful highly sensitive self much younger!