Toxic Positivity is a Permanent State of Temporary Discomfort
The internet is full of memes about positive thinking. I saw this quote a few days ago:“The only difference between a good day and a…
Category: Podcast
Moral Sensitivity (The HSP Owner’s Guide)
This post elaborates on the ‘moral sensitivity’ section of The HSP Owner’s Guide. Have you ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of the world’s…
Everything wants us hooked
Some tools are built to help us grow; to learn, connect, or reach meaningful goals. But eventually, we might ask: are these tools still working…
Icebreakers and Social Sensitivity
“Let’s go around the room and introduce ourselves with your name and something interesting about you”. Does that icebreaker moment fill you with joy? If…
Social Sensitivity and The Highly Sensitive Person (The HSP Owner’s Guide)
Have you ever been in a room and sensed social dynamics beneath the surface before a word was spoken? Perhaps you’ve noticed (consciously or unconsciously)…
Is Creativity The Art of Concealing Our Sources?
It has been said that “ Creativity is the art of concealing your sources .” But what does that mean? Is it about passing off…
Book Club | A Still Life (Josie George)
What do you think of when you hear the words A Still Life? A bowl of fruit? A serene person, undisturbed by the world’s noise.…
Differential Susceptibility (The HSP Owner’s Guide)
This post elaborates on the sensitivity research section of The HSP Owner’s Guide. Differential susceptibility is a key concept in high-sensitivity research. In simple terms,…
Book Club | The Forest of Wool and Steel (Natsu Miyashita)
In a world obsessed with productivity, competition, and the “hero’s journey,” Natsu Miyashita’s The Forest of Wool and Steel shines a quietly revolutionary light on…
Afraid of Giving Credit? The Vicious Cycle of Status Insecurity
People may fear giving credit because they worry it will diminish their status. But research shows the opposite is true: sharing credit actually boosts respect…