The pursuit of perfection is fueled by our fear of failure and never feeling good enough.  Instead of helping us find happiness and success, it actually keeps us captive in a state of stress and exhaustion.

As another year begins, we get flooded with messages about setting resolutions and making grand changes in our lives. Starting this year on our own terms means honoring our needs as Highly Sensitive People to make changes more slowly and focusing on self-reflection over resolutions.  This approach frees us from the shame of incomplete resolutions and allows us to reconnect with what’s most important in our lives.

Quiet downtime is essential for all Highly Sensitive People because without it, we end up feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, anxious or irritable.  We can find the balance between productivity and rest by letting go of our perfectionist habits, creating a consistent routine of prioritizing our needs and softening our inner critic.