The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You

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How do you work it out with your spouse or friends when activities they find exciting just overwhelm and overstimulate you? Check the box if it is at least somewhat true for you; leave unchecked if it is not very true or not at all true for you.

Countless others know they are highly sensitive, but still struggle to deal with overwhelm, anxiety, and simply being understood. Are you easily overwhelmed by such things as bright lights, strong smells, coarse fabrics, or sirens nearby? I appreciated that while Aron encourages neither type of personality to view theirs as superior, each does have its own advantages.All exercises are marked A, B, or C to indicate the types of groups that will be most comfortable with each task. but having pretended not to be so sensitive all my life, felt like it was something to deny if 'accused' of being that way. I wish I had been told that I was hyper-sensitive, etc by people who didn't tell me off for it or always mention it as a negative thing. The only reason I gave this 4 stars and not 5 is because I think the author may lose readers when going in depth into subjects like psychotherapy, early childhood being the cause of most adult problems, and spiritual beliefs.

If you are an HSP who is suffering from depression or going through a tough transition in life, this book will give you hope and insights on your suffering. Aron shows us that sensitivity should be cherished and that the world needs it even if they do not know it.I'm not sure if that is an editorial decision, but I was annoyed that the quiz was not placed before the section, as I flipped through the pages after to find the section she recommended. I feel empowered by this new knowledge, and more able to adapt and adjust to be a happier person, partner and human.