Whether you’re an HSP or not
It is important to understand the trait of high sensitivity because 20% of the world’s population is HSP. That means 1 in 5 people you meet will be highly sensitive, so its important to understand the trait so you can support yourself or someone you know/love if they have the trait. Who knows, you may end up falling in love with a HSP and knowing about their trait could really help you understand them better.
In a nutshell, a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) is someone who scores high on a trait called Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS).
It is an inherited (genetic) temperament or personality trait involving an increased sensitivity of the nervous system and a deeper processing of physical, social and emotional stimuli. Dr. Elaine Aron is a world-renowned Psychologist who has been studying the trait for over 30 years.
In lay terms, SPS is a trait that impacts how someone processes information through their nervous system.
When we are sensitive, we can become more easily overwhelmed by the stimulus of the world. Bright lights, loud sounds, strong smells, itchy fabrics on our skin, and strong emotions…to name a few, can send us into overstimulation. It’s like living life in high definition all the time, and it can be stressful to manage at times.
As HSP, this means we need to learn to tailor our lives in a way that accommodates our unique nervous systems. Not knowing about the trait and and living with it is a recipe for disaster.
I lived with the trait without knowing for 33 years
My life would have been much less painful and traumatic if I knew about the trait earlier and could accommodate it. This is why I have made it my life purpose to help educate other sensitives about their trait. Learning about the trait is usually the missing piece for most HSPs, and once they have this knowledge they can start to empower themselves. I love seeing other HSP have epiphanies when they begin to put there pieces together of why their life has been the way it’s been – extra challenging and stressful.
You can learn more about my sensitivity story by watching my YouTube video where I share my journey as a HSP.
You might be wondering…
“Am I a Highly Sensitive Person?”
You can take the short 5 minute self-test on Dr. Aron’s website to see if you score high on the trait.
Sensitive people are often perceived by society as delicate, weak or fragile.
Someone who gets hurt easily and you need to walk on eggshells around. This is a very limited way to perceive sensitivity especially when not understanding the science of sensitivity. Due to the social conditioning many of us have around sensitivity and emotions, we tend to carry negative biases about what it means to be sensitive. This might look like seeing sensitive people as: weak, dramatic, overly emotional, dramatic, needy, easily hurt, delicate, fragile, autistic, or feminine.
In actuality the sensitive person is dealing with a nervous system that is sensitive to the world around them. The sensitive person needs to learn sensory & emotion regulation/soothing techniques + self-care practices to tend to their sensitivity. Once they learn these strategies, they become better at managing their trait and appear less “sensitive” to others.
I want to ask you a few questions.
Do you feel easily overstimulated by the world?
Do you often feel overwhelmed by your emotions?
Are you avoiding engaging in life because feeling sensitive can make you feel insecure?
Are you a lone wolf that often feels misunderstood?
Do you struggle with social anxiety and feeling confident in social situations?
Are you ready to learn how to thrive as a Highly Sensitive Person?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you would be a great fit for my upcoming Authentic Relating & Empowerment Group Coaching Program for HSP. In this group program, I will personally take you on an 8-week journey towards healing the parts of you that are getting in the way of you thriving as a sensitive person.
Authentic Relating & Empowerment for HSP is designed to help you unlock your full potential through healing, self-awareness, and meaningful connection.
You will be guided on an immersive journey that will help you connect with your inner world, develop self-empowerment skills, and relate to others from a place of confidence and authenticity. You’ll gain the tools to understand your emotions, reduce overwhelm, and cultivate a life that honors your sensitivity.
In addition to expert guidance, you’ll join a supportive community of fellow HSPs. Together, you’ll explore ways to transform your challenges into strengths, creating a life that feels more aligned, balanced, and empowered.
Here’s what you can expect:
• 8 weeks of immersive learning with live sessions, group exercises, and personal growth practices
• Supportive community of like-minded individuals who understand your unique experiences
• Practical tools to navigate relationships, reduce overwhelm, and live in alignment with your true self
Enroll today!
Start your journey toward empowerment, healing, and authentic relating. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this transformative experience.
Here is what some of the past ARE for HSP participants had to say.
Come embark on this healing & empowerment journey with me
and I will guide you through your personal transformation to a more
heart-centered, authentic and empowered you!
Spaces are limited, so don’t wait!
Take the first step towards a more empowered, balanced life today.
If you’re ready to step into your power and thrive as a highly sensitive person you can register below.
ARE for HSP
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Come join me on a 9-week journey where you will learn how to heal your relationship with yourself so you can feel empowered in your relationships with others.
Through teaching you life-changing skills and facilitating healing connections with like-hearted sensitives, each workshop will bring you closer to becoming the empowered person you deserve to be.
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Lift your cheekbones,
Matt