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Signs of A Highly Sensitive Person


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"You’re likely wondering if you or someone you know are highly sensitive.

The following are the most common qualities that highly sensitive people possess.

See how many apply.":

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-travis-bradberry/9-signs-youre-a-highly-se_b_9543646.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592

PS: The photo seems odd?!

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Thanks for sharing this.

I have known that I'm a HSP for some time.

And yes, the picture is indeed odd.

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Taking things like criticism or bad decisions harder than most has always been a trait I've had, though that's not a side of myself that I really show outwardly. Some say I apologize for things way too much.

I don't know that I'm all that observant, though. I put a lot of thought into how my actions and words affect others, but I don't know if that means I'm better at reading other people or not. I base a lot of my ideas regarding how others may react to things on how I react to things, and then from trial and error.

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I have always known I am, without reading thi list. I probalby never will because I don't want another thing to add to the "what's wrong with mah brain" train.

Also that picture is a really clever picture, demonstrating how even in an adult workplace people can still act or feel like a child because emotions and 'natural' reactions are alien to them. They dont understand what's going on and struggle to keep pace with the fast thinking attitudes of people.

Or maybe I read too much into these things...

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Yes, that photo is odd XD

I'm a sensitive person. I enjoy the company of other sensitive people, too, because I feel as thought I can help them, and I enjoy doing so

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Rainbow~Sprinkles

Hey guys,

A fellow HSP here. I've known all my life, I just didn't have a name for it until now.

We have also a thread for Highly Sensitive People in the Intersectionality Section if you have any questions or need advice or just to read other HSP's experiences.

Here's the link: http://www.asexuality.org/en/topic/129264-highly-sensitive-asexuals/

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Apparently I'm a extremely HSP, though it can waver. Depends on my mood like when I'm tired to a certain point or environment or even people I'm around..

The picture reminds me of The Beatles and Queen :P

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Everything except the seventh. Also the eigth is slightly off, since I try to have great manner but I don't think it actually comes across that way, particularly when I forget what the situation calls for.

Also, wtf is that picture even it looks like something out of Alice in Wonderland

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Velvet Cheesecake

Soo being highly sensitive can be a blessing? I've never seen myself as a blessed one, especially when menaging emotions and external stimuli are concerned.

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I see it as one because I think being more aware of other people's feelings is a good thing. But when I get overly emotional or anxious it sure isn't fun.

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Anthracite_Impreza

I'm HSP but have the typical autistic traits of being crap at emotions/interpersonal stuff so I don't even get the advantages :(

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ChillaKilla

I think it's conflating adult HSPs with being childish and it seems super infantilizing and dismissive to me...

Or am I just being an overreactive HSP as usual ;)

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WhenSummersGone

I think I have all of these lol. I'm also sensitive to clothing, touch, light, temperature, etc. When I'm wet and I'm trying to put on dry clothes, ya that sucks. I'm pretty sure I'm on the autism spectrum.

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Frigid Pink

I'm not a HSP, and I think the picture is OK. It's just trying to illustrate an adult being a "baby".

I think it's conflating adult HSPs with being childish and it seems super infantilizing and dismissive to me...

Or am I just being an overreactive HSP as usual ;)

Not only do I think the photo is odd, I also think it's offensive. I think the whole point of Elaine Aron's works and research on a "highly sensitive" trait in some people is to point out the value in this trait since our society generally devalues this characteristic in people. It's an innate personality temperament and not something that can be changed about someone, therefore, it's not helpful to shame people about it, and it certainly is something to feel good about and not view as all negative because there are many positives to it, just like everything has it's ups and downs, and its advantages and disadvantages. I don't think "highly sensitive" people are "adult babies," although the cultural trend has been to view them that way. I don't think the photo was the best choice for an article like this, especially if the article is trying to debunk negative cultural views. You could replace it with an article about "asexuality" and have a photo of a robot or android or something like that, and get a similar vibe for the inappropriateness.

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I don't think the photo was the best choice for an article like this, especially if the article is trying to debunk negative cultural views. You could replace it with an article about "asexuality" and have a photo of a robot or android or something like that, and get a similar vibe for the inappropriateness.

Exactly that's my point, odd and offensive in the article that wants to challenge negative aspect of HSP.

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ChillaKilla

WET CLOTHES ARE THE LITERAL WORST

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im actually the opposite and all through my life ive upset people cos of being insensitive. people are always offended by pretty much everything and i never understand why. this has led me to trying to keep my mouth shut and keep my opinions to myself. i never get offended, a lot of things do annoy me and i rant about how wrong they are or that its stupid but most things just go over my head

:unsure:

i did once get exiled from a online forum for been too "argumentitive" or whatever the word is and upsetting other people (which i suppose explained why half of my posts always got deleted... :unsure:)

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Frigid Pink

Hi everyone! I hope it's okay to post this here (posted in another thread about HSPs), however, Elaine Aron (and company) are planning to make another movie titled "Sensitive and in Love" and I want to get the word out. Check out the website here to learn more about it and to also check out the first movie they recently made titled "Sensitive: the Untold Story."

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I share some things in common with HSP. Especially when it comes to over stimulating. I am hella adept at picking up emotions of others because I was abused a lot so thats just part of the package. I take forever with decisionmaking too. I have great manners and non intrusive.

I am very detail orientated and think deeply on many things. The only thing I don't have that an HSP feels is emotions. No idea how it would feel to have those act up.

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I'm better at letting go of certain things and ignoring certain people, but the risk now is becoming an avoidant.

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ChillaKilla

To be honest I'm not sure if I'm avoidant or highly sensitive. Probably HSP though. I'm not reclusive enough to be avoidant.

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A highly sensitive person takes life more seriously. She/he thinks deep and easily gets hurt and can't take criticisms lightly. One thing more, a too sensitive one has great manners that's why She/ he pays close attention to others behavior and get easily irritated by rude manners.

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I used to qualify as a HSP (I even started my own thread about it a few years back), but I've done things like strengthened my philosophy, grown a thicker skin, increased my confidence, learned coping skills, etc to dampen the effects and gain control of my life. Now when I read about HSP traits, it doesn't sound at all like me. XD

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I used to qualify as a HSP (I even started my own thread about it a few years back), but I've done things like strengthened my philosophy, grown a thicker skin, increased my confidence, learned coping skills, etc to dampen the effects and gain control of my life. Now when I read about HSP traits, it doesn't sound at all like me. XD

HSP is not all about psychological sensitivity, what about body sensitivity (five senses)?

  • Easily overwhelmed by bright lights, strong smells, coarse fabrics, or sirens nearby.
  • notice or enjoy delicate or fine scents, tastes, sounds, or works of art.

http://hsperson.com/

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Yep, this is me. I was surprised by the detail-oriented one because I'm a HSP and very detail-oriented.

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I used to qualify as a HSP (I even started my own thread about it a few years back), but I've done things like strengthened my philosophy, grown a thicker skin, increased my confidence, learned coping skills, etc to dampen the effects and gain control of my life. Now when I read about HSP traits, it doesn't sound at all like me. XD

HSP is not all about psychological sensitivity, what about body sensitivity (five senses)?

  • Easily overwhelmed by bright lights, strong smells, coarse fabrics, or sirens nearby.
  • notice or enjoy delicate or fine scents, tastes, sounds, or works of art.
http://hsperson.com/

I still have the sensory sensitivity, but that's because I'm on the autism spectrum and have sensory regulation issues. I can't really do anything about that. XD

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ChillaKilla

I have sensory sensitivity as well. I've never been suspected of or diagnosed as on the autism spectrum, but I've wondered about it... I usually chalk it up to STPD and HSP comorbidity

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Guess who's another HSP? I'll give you a hint: Their username is often misspelled and mispronounced, and are the one who posted this comment. It's me!

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