I think "relating" is particularly important for HSPs.
Actually, I think what is important, is that we have peers to relate to. Other HSPs. Nobody understands what it means to be an HSP, like another HSP. And I feel it is central to our sense of emotional well-being to to feel "related to" on the deep level only one of our peers is capable of. Some might say it seems elitist or exclusive to specifically seek out fellow HSPs... and I have to ask "WHY those feelings?" What is telling you to just accept less than an ideal situation?
And that's why I always am recommending to HSPs that they make friendships with other HSPs. Even if you don't know anyone in your immediate circle, consider making friends with other HSPs online.
Better yet, make plans to attend one of the Annual HSP Gatherings. I have been to several of them, and a large part of my strong feelings about HSPs befriending their peers is a result of my personal experiences with the Gatherings.
It may seem expensive on the surface, but it really is worth it!
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I am a Highly Sensitive Person. I discovered this in 1997, and have spent the ensuing years learning all I can about the trait, about myself, and what it means in my life. Although relatively few people are aware of it, as many as 15% of the population are HSPs. Unfortunately, "being sensitive" carries some incorrect and negative connotations that often lead sensitives to "misdiagnose" themselves.
I am hoping this site will serve as not just "a blog," but also as an information resource for HSPs, whether you've just discovered that "Hey! This is ME!" or have been exploring the meaning of "being sensitive" for a long time.
Please explore the 100s of HSP-related resources in the right-hand column, from articles, to web sites, to web forums, to support groups and more.
I am hoping this site will serve as not just "a blog," but also as an information resource for HSPs, whether you've just discovered that "Hey! This is ME!" or have been exploring the meaning of "being sensitive" for a long time.
Please explore the 100s of HSP-related resources in the right-hand column, from articles, to web sites, to web forums, to support groups and more.
Sunday, March 11, 2007
HSPs and Relating, part II
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3/11/2007 02:33:00 PM
Labels: highly sensitive person, HSP, hsp connections, HSP Gathering, relationships
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