Episode 3 - Gifts

Do you identify as a highly sensitive person (HSP)? If so, you may have heard the message that there's something wrong with you or that you need to hide parts of yourself. But the truth is, there's nothing wrong with you! In fact, being an HSP can bring joy and enrichment to your life and the lives of those around you.

In this episode, Philippa and Robbie share their experiences and discuss the many gifts that come with high sensitivity. These include:

• Intuition: HSPs often have a strong sense of intuition that allows them to make decisions based on their gut feelings.

• Emotional intelligence (EQ): HSPs are often more in tune with their emotions and the emotions of others, which can lead to better communication and relationships.

• Ability to read people: HSPs are often able to pick up on subtle cues in body language and tone of voice, which can help them understand and connect with others.

• Empathy: HSPs are often able to deeply feel the emotions of others and provide comfort and support when needed.

• Quirky and nerdy humor: HSPs often have a unique sense of humor that can bring joy and laughter to those around them.

• Safe space creation: HSPs are often skilled at creating safe spaces for others to share their thoughts and feelings.

• Heart-to-heart connection: HSPs often have a deep connection with others that goes beyond surface-level conversations.

• Active listening: HSPs often listen to understand, rather than just listening to respond, which can lead to more meaningful conversations.

• Creativity: HSPs often have a strong creative side, whether it's through creating art or appreciating it.

Join us as we celebrate the many gifts of high sensitivity and embrace our unique selves!

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LINKS:

Email us: ⁠⁠hspconnectionpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠

Robbie:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.robbieleigh.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Philippa: ⁠⁠https://www.safeandsupported.co.uk/⁠⁠

Willow McIntosh:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://inluminance.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Julie Bjelland:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.juliebjelland.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Highly Sensitive Refuge blog:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://highlysensitiverefuge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

Podcast Production: Jay Herbert

Original music: Jay Herbert and Alex Ware