Sensitive folks are constantly seeking a way to make work more manageable and meaningful without all the overwhelm and burnout that is common for HSPs. Work tends to be something to survive, instead of enjoy. Choosing a career is subjective, so it really depends on who you work with, the values of the company, the environment, how meaningful and interesting the work is to you, and your ability to maintain a work-life balance.

Cancelling plans is sometimes inevitable, but evokes guilt and worry. With a little direct communication and self-compassion, you can make this decision without hurting the other person’s feelings.

There is such a love-hate relationship with social media and our devices. You’re fully aware of why too much scrolling and screen time is harmful, but it’s also very alluring. The downside is being so plugged in that you lose connection with yourself, your emotions, and your needs. For the Highly Sensitive Person, screens are also very overstimulating to your nervous system. In this article, I explore my takeaways from taking a complete social media break for seven days.

Social Media can cause us to feel more overstimulated and overwhelmed, as Highly Sensitive People, instead of creating the relaxing escape we’re so desperately searching for. Is your social media use operating as a support or adding to your level of overstimulation?