Highly sensitive people (HSPs) experience the world in unique and profound ways. They often feel emotions more deeply and notice details that others might overlook. If you’ve ever wondered whether you fall into this category, here are the top 8 signs that you might be a highly sensitive person:
You Feel Emotions Intensely
Whether it's joy, sadness, or empathy, you experience emotions on a deeper level and may find yourself moved by art, music, and nature.
You’re Highly Observant
You notice subtle changes around you, such as shifts in mood or environment, that others might miss entirely.
You Need Time Alone to Recharge
Social gatherings or crowded spaces can leave you feeling drained. You understand the importance of quiet time to reset your energy.
You’re Sensitive to Sensory Stimuli
Bright lights, loud noises, and strong smells often feel overwhelming, making you crave environments that are soothing and calm.
You’re Highly Empathetic
You have a natural ability to tune into others' emotions, often feeling their joy or sorrow as if it were your own.
You Avoid Conflict and Chaos
You prefer harmony and calm, steering clear of violent media or high-conflict situations that can be distressing.
You Get Easily Overwhelmed
A packed to-do list or fast-paced environment can feel stressful. You thrive when you can take things at your own pace.
You Have a Rich Inner World
Imaginative and reflective, you often find yourself lost in deep thoughts and creative pursuits.
If you resonate with these signs, you're likely among the 15-20% of people who possess this sensitivity, which adds depth to your experiences and connections with others.
The Importance of Healing Your Nervous System as a Highly Sensitive Person
For anyone feeling deeply affected by stress or struggling with burnout, the book Heal Your Nervous System: The 5-Stage Plan to Reverse Nervous System Dysregulation by Dr. Linnea Passaler is a must-read. Dr. Passaler, a respected physician and founder of a global digital health program, has dedicated her career to studying the nervous system and helping thousands of individuals worldwide address symptoms of dysregulation.
Her expertise in neurobiology and chronic stress equips her to guide readers on a journey toward healing. This book is particularly valuable for highly sensitive individuals who often feel the impacts of nervous system dysregulation more intensely. Dr. Passaler presents a compassionate, science-backed approach that addresses both mental and physical symptoms—such as anxiety, fatigue, brain fog, and digestive issues—by targeting root causes rather than simply masking them.
What sets her guide apart is the understanding of the unique challenges faced by highly sensitive people. The 5-stage roadmap offers simple, sequential practices designed to avoid overwhelm while steadily building resilience. She explores how your sensitivity profile and past experiences may have tipped your nervous system out of balance, providing tailored strategies to restore harmony.
Sound Healing for Highly Sensitive People
Imagine the gentle hum of Tibetan singing bowls placed on your body and surrounding you as their soothing vibrations work to clear away stagnant energy and restore balance to your energy system. These powerful vibrations not only help release physical and emotional blockages but also promote deep relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance mental clarity. In my Chakra Balancing Reiki & Sound Healing sessions, you’ll experience an immersive healing journey that aligns your energy centers, leaving you feeling lighter, more grounded, and truly rejuvenated.
Whether you’re dealing with overwhelm, emotional stress, or simply looking to maintain energetic wellness, these sessions offer the reset your mind, body, and spirit need.
Benefits you can expect:
• Deeper relaxation and calm
• Improved sleep quality
• Enhanced focus and mental clarity
• Relief from physical tension and stress
• Energetic alignment for emotional balance
New to energy healing? Or perhaps you're a returning client looking to rebook? Either way, this transformative experience is waiting for you.
Michelle Kellogg RMT, M.Ed. - MindfulMystic.com