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Overwhelmed and Underwhelmed? You Might Have a Rainforest Mind

Overwhelmed and Underwhelmed? You Might Have a Rainforest Mind

f you’re an HSP with a ‘rainforest mind,’ you’re analyzing ideas more deeply than others. That means you can get both overwhelmed and underwhelmed — but can also do great things.

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12 Signs You’re a Highly Sensitive Person with a ‘Rainforest Mind’

12 Signs You’re a Highly Sensitive Person with a ‘Rainforest Mind’

Complex. Highly sensitive. Intense. Creative. Gifted. If you have a rainforest mind, these are just some of the adjectives that might describe you.

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16 Ways to Calm the Heck Down When You’re a Highly Sensitive Overthinker

16 Ways to Calm the Heck Down When You’re a Highly Sensitive Overthinker

There are tried and true ways to change your response to stressful situations, even if you’re a deep thinker — or “overthinker.”

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The Highly Sensitive Person’s Guide to Anxiety and Depression

The Highly Sensitive Person’s Guide to Anxiety and Depression

There’s no “one-size-fits-all” solution to anxiety and depression. Instead, here’s what actually works, according to experts.

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Fall Is the Best Season for Highly Sensitive People. Here’s Why.

Fall Is the Best Season for Highly Sensitive People. Here’s Why.

Did someone say cozy sweaters, soft socks, and pumpkin-flavored everything? Yes, please.

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What I’ve Learned as an ‘Old(er)’ Highly Sensitive Person

What I’ve Learned as an ‘Old(er)’ Highly Sensitive Person

Here’s how your sensitivity can guide you more — let it be in the driver’s seat instead of shoving it in the back seat.

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Now Is the Time for Highly Sensitive People to Step Up

Now Is the Time for Highly Sensitive People to Step Up

The world needs more of what of what sensitive people have to offer. How do we provide it without burning ourselves out?

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The Secret Benefits of Crying, Grieving, and Falling Apart, According to a Therapist

The Secret Benefits of Crying, Grieving, and Falling Apart, According to a Therapist

HSPs may be more sensitive to constructive criticism, because they feel things more deeply than others.

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How to Survive the Holiday Season Hoopla When You’re an HSP

How to Survive the Holiday Season Hoopla When You’re an HSP

You probably won’t be able to completely avoid the holiday hoopla, but you can use it as an opportunity to reassess the meaning you want to make.

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12 Ideas for HSPs to Make a Difference in the World (Without the Overwhelm)

12 Ideas for HSPs to Make a Difference in the World (Without the Overwhelm)

As a highly sensitive person (HSP), you want to help others and make a difference. Here are 12 ideas I’ve used to create change (without the burnout).

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The Sensitive Person’s Guide to Saying No

The Sensitive Person’s Guide to Saying No

If you’re a highly sensitive person with a rainforest mind, it’s time you start saying no to things that drain your energy. Here’s how.

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