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Articles, discussions, and resources about the intersection of culture and high sensitivity. Exploring how we can use high sensitivity and creativity to change the world around us, and the impact of an insensitive world on our collective human nervous system.

High Sensitivity in The Workplace: Step Beyond The Stereotypes

Sat April 22, 2017

In 2017, I interviewed someone about his journey to discovering that he is a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and how this insight transformed his experience…

The Extrovert Ideal: How Cultural Norms Affect Introverts and Highly Sensitive People

Wed October 5, 2016

Introverts are sometimes misunderstood as being “shy,” “socially awkward,” or “antisocial.” In contrast, the extrovert ideal tends to praise those who are outgoing, possibly leading…

Highly Sensitive People And The Workplace (with Tracy Cooper)

Tue February 2, 2016

For highly sensitive people (HSPs), many elements of modern workplace can feel like a sensory bombardment. Open-plan offices, relentless deadlines, and competitive environments often clash…

Building an Online Business as an Introvert (with Danny Iny)

Tue January 6, 2015

Starting and running a successful online business is no small feat, but for introverts, the journey often brings unique challenges and rewards. I had the…

Life as a Highly Sensitive Multipotentialite (with Emilie Wapnick)

Sun June 1, 2014

Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) with a range of multiple interests? If so, you may have felt sketchy for being unable to commit…

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