Highly Sensitive People

1. Understand your own sensitivity and the impact it has on your life.

2. Learn to recognize, and manage, your triggers.

3. Set boundaries and learn to say “no.”

4. Practice self-care, like getting enough alone time to decompress from the day’s overstimulation.

5. Learn how to manage your stress and anxiety.

6. Don’t compare yourself to others.

7. Seek out supportive relationships.

8. Create a comfortable and nurturing living space.

9. Learn to identify — and honor — your feelings.

10. Practice assertiveness — be clear with others (and yourself) about what you want and need.

11. Recognize that being an HSP is a strength, not a weakness.

12. Set realistic expectations for yourself.

13. Practice mindfulness to get back in the present moment.

14. Seek professional help if needed.

15. Practice self-compassion and self-acceptance.

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