The Highly Sensitive Person Podcast

Do you experience joy, discomfort, empathy, and emotions very intensely? Are you easily overstimulated or bothered by small changes in your environment? You aren’t alone, in fact, you might be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). In this podcast, host, blogger, (and HSP herself) Kelly shares real-life experiences that may have you nodding and thinking: “I thought I was the only one who felt that way”! Introverts and people with shyness and social anxiety may also find comfort and camaraderie here. Remember--you aren’t crazy or weird…just highly sensitive!

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13: Obsessing over details

In Episode 13 of the Highly Sensitive Person Podcast, I tell a story about obsessing over sliced vs. non-sliced challah bread. Will I ruin dinner? Or will everything be fine? The suspense is riveting. Then I cleverly segue into decision-making: HSPs analyze details in an effort to make good decisions, but sometimes this can turn into over-analysis, and analysis paralysis. The trick is to catch yourself doing this, and ask yourself, "If I'm wrong, what's the worst that can happen?" (And relax: th...

Oct 07, 20140

12: Beauty Threshold

Highly sensitive people are often deeply moved by beauty in art and nature. This is a pretty cool aspect of being an HSP. In Episode 12 of the Highly Sensitive Person Podcast, I talk about interesting stuff like Stedhal Syndrome and the beauty threshold. If you like the show, please say "thanks" by leaving a review on iTunes ! And sign up for the weekly newsletter to stay on top of the latest blog posts and HSP news. Related Posts on Highlysensitiveperson.net : Perfection in Nature: Let’s Talk a...

Oct 02, 20140

11: I Hate Being Highly Sensitive

Why can't I ever be happy with the way things are? Why do little things bother me? Why do I complain so much? Why can't I be normal? These feelings make me angry at myself. Why can’t I just suck it up and deal with small annoyances? Why can’t I just relax and have fun? Why are things so hard for me and easy for everyone else? This is the episode I warned you about last week--the really negative one where I say the word "hate" like 100 times. In this Episode 11 of the Highly Sensitive Person Podc...

Sep 30, 20140

10: Animals & HSPs

I got a dog about 6 months ago--it's the first time I've ever cared for an animal in my life. It's been a fulfilling and fun experience. In Episode 10 of the Highly Sensitive Person Podcast, I talk about how HSPs can have deep connections to animals due to our empathy and ability to pick up on non-verbal signals. Resources mentioned in the podcast: This post by Dr. Elaine Aron about what HSPs can get from animals. Related Posts on HighlySensitivePerson.net: Could I handle having a dog? Follow-Up...

Sep 23, 20140

09: Scary movies? NOPE

I am highly sensitive to violence and horror. I learned early in life that I don't want anything to do with scary movies. Friends would sometimes tease me and try to convince me to watch, thinking it was not a big deal. But having disturbing scenes burned into my brain for life is a big deal! In Episode 9 of the Highly Sensitive Person Podcast, I talk about how certain movies or TV shows make me anxious, scared, and uncomfortable--so much that I can't sleep at night, including the one movie I wi...

Sep 17, 20140

08: Why am I so Jumpy?

I am jumpy. I've been scared by my own shadow (no joke). Just last night, I was using my iPhone as a flashlight in the dark, when it illuminated a mirror, and my reflection scared me. Also not joking. In Episode 8 of the Highly Sensitive Person Podcast, I talk about how some sounds affect me greatly--specifically, loud, sudden, and incessant noises. From buses to babies to birds (that alliteration was so lucky), I explain what sets me off and why I think it affects HSPs more than others. Resourc...

Sep 16, 20140

07: Explaining HSP to Your Partner

Now that you've learned about high sensitivity, you may feel like a weight has been lifted off you. You feel more accepting of yourself and realize you aren't alone. You aren't weird! But how do you share this information with the most important person in your life? It can be hard to explain a concept like high sensitivity, especially to people who are skeptical (like my husband!) In this Episode 7 of the HSP Podcast, I have an imaginary conversation with a partner, wife, husband, boyfriend, or ...

Sep 09, 20140

06: The Importance of Caring Less About Your Job

Have you ever thought about quitting your job because you were overwhelmed? Throwing in the towel because you had too much to do, and couldn't get it all done? Did you ever consider... caring less? That's quite a radical concept for us HSPs. It goes against everything we feel. We're generally loyal, hard workers who care deeply about what we do. But our conscientiousness can bleed over into perfectionism, and when we can't meet our impossible standards, we'd sometimes rather quit than underperfo...

Sep 02, 20140

05: Having Plans Weighs on Me

If I have one thing to do in a day, it weighs on me all day long. Even if it’s something enjoyable. There will be a kernel of anxiety in my brain all day, until the event happens. In episode #5, I talk about this odd phenomenon. Having a dentist appointment at 3pm shouldn't mean I can't go to a yoga class at 10am! Why do I feel "so busy" when I'm not? If you like the podcast, please leave a rating and review in iTunes or Stitcher ! It would very appreciated. Related Posts on HighlySensitivePerso...

Aug 26, 20140

04: Rant Against Office Cubicles

This episode is a rant. I want you to understand that before you listen. If you don't like complaining, you might want to skip it. In episode #4, I talk about my personal experience working in a cubicle in an office for over 1o years and my battle against the following enemies: noise, a stinky office kitchen, bright lights, a painful chair, a lack of control Formidable foes all, but no match for the ultimate solution: quitting and working from home. If you like the podcast, please leave a rating...

Aug 19, 20140

01: What is a Highly Sensitive Person?

In this introductory episode, I talk about what a Highly Sensitive Person ISN'T ....and what they is. I mean, are. The goal of this podcast is to help other people realize if they are highly sensitive, that they aren't alone, and they aren't weird or wrong! I also cover the difference between introverts and HSPs, some benefits of being an HSP, and why high sensitivity isn't something you "have", like an illness. Podcast music attribution: Bust This Bust That ( Professor Kliq ) / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0...

Aug 07, 20140

02: I Feel Suffocated by Stagnant, Warm Air

Does stagnant, warm, still air make you feel suffocated or claustrophobic? Do you need a fan or cool, fresh air to avoid a panic attack? I'm amazed to report that this specific topic is the most popular post on my blog . Who knew this was such a common thing?! In this episode, I talk about my personal experiences with warm, still air, and offer some solutions to the issue. Podcast music attribution: Bust This Bust That ( Professor Kliq ) / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0...

Aug 07, 20140

03: Decision-Free Living

We face dozens if not hundreds of decisions every single day--from big decisions to tiny ones, and they all take energy. As HSPs, we put so much care and energy into everything we do, that making all these decisions can wear us out, leaving us with insufficient energy for the important things in our life! In this episode, I give some examples of ways to reduce the number of choices you have to make in your daily life. While there is no way to have a truly decision free life, by preparing and pla...

Aug 07, 20140

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