Circle of HSPs

We are a community of people who identify themselves as being highly sensitive.  Often we use the acronym HSP -- Highly Sensitive Person. Research and understanding of HSPs has been pioneered by the psychologist Dr. Elaine Aron. She has discovered that approximately 20-25% of the population are born with the trait of high sensitivity. It is a neurologically- and genetically-based human trait.

HSPs are characterized by a number of distinct qualities. Some of these include:
We process information deeply -- deep thinkers We are very intuitive  We become easily overstimulated - we not only pick up a lot of stimuli, but we pick up on subtle stimuli and notice subtle distinctions. 
We have a high degree of emotional responsiveness and empathy. We experience strong emotions. 
We are very observant and curious.
We are very self-aware.
We often need a lot of down-time to "re-charge" and reflect. 
We often prefer small circles of close friends.  We often avoid loud or overly "busy" situations.

Do you identify with any of these qualities? You might be an HSP.
Join our circle. We will share and support each other as we navigate our lives, our communities and our passion projects.