Welcome to HSP Notes!

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.



Friday, April 13, 2007

Calendar: 2007 HSP Gatherings

I am going to take a brief "commercial break" here to put in a plug to all HSPs to consider making one of the HSP Gatherings part of your 2007 schedule.

I have attended several of these events, and cannot stress enough how much of a validating experience they are for HSPs. There is nothing quite like spending a long weekend in a completely "HSP safe" space.

Some HSPs express concern about going to a "group event." And I must admit that the first time I went to an HSP Gathering, I felt very apprehensive about voluntarily agreeing to spend four days with 30 complete strangers. But my fears were unfounded. The "energy" of a group of HSPs is such that it really doesn't feel like you're "in a group."

Although it may seem expensive to many, the expense of going to an HSP Gathering is actually considerably lower than most spiritual and self-growth workshops of similar length.

Make a difference in your life-- attend an HSP Gathering!

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