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Optimal Levels of Stimulation
Everyone has limits to what their CNS can handle and can reach a point of feeling overstimulated. For example, everyone has different ideal temperatures for working and will feel too hot or too cold at varying rates, eventually hitting a temperature where they become sluggish, distracted, and/or unable to work in their normal fashion. The ideal temperature for an HSP might be much more specific than for a non-HSP.
Highly Sensitive People and Familial Relationships
Boundaries are general rules around what you need to feel comfortable while interacting with another person. This involves defining your limits and values, being able to communicate them to others, and being able to respond in a healthy manner when others do not respect your boundaries.
Highly Sensitive People and Social Situations
Social events can be draining for Highly Sensitive People. Dr. Cassil explores what factors contribute to that and some tools to help navigate the competing needs of your social world.
