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Somewhere between 15% -20% pf people have the Highly Sensitive trait. It is genetic, and runs in families. HS people are more sensitive to subtleties, and are more easily overstimulated. For a self test, go here: view link Then join the group - let's share experiences.

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Posting Guidlines

It is important that we are sensitive to each other, and respect the need for safety and comfort within this Highly Sensitive group. Please do not post any advertising, pornography, violent materia... | posted by Shari225
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A Highly Sensitive Self Test

Dr. Elaine Aron researched and developed a self-test for those who want to discover if they are Highly Sensitive. High Sensitivity is a neutral, genetic trait that needs to be understood and apprec... | posted by Shari225
6 replies - last reply: "I scored a 25 which does not... more" ~ Goddess178
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The Highly Sensitive Person Video

Hi everyone, I just finished a short video from an interview I did with Elaine Aron, author of "The Highly Sensitive Person". It's on YouTube. Here is the URL: view link I hope you like it! Shari | posted by Shari225
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Highly Sensitive Boys and Men

I have posted a new video where I interviewed Dr. Ted Zeff about Highly Sensitive Boys and Men. I hope you like it! view link | posted by Shari225
1 reply - last reply: "Yes, Hard as it is for us women to... more" ~ fgra
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Feelings

How can a person know the difference between their own feelings and someone elses? | posted by bamasmom
2 replies - last reply: "Thanks fgra.I get confused if I feel... more" ~ bamasmom

HSP and autism/asperger's

Is there a connection between HSP and Asperger's Syndrome in some individuals? I understand that people who have Asperger's are very sensitive to the environment and often are disturbed by outside ... | posted by Dasiavue
9 replies - last reply: "Hi Rumplestilsk, Don't mean to bash... more" ~ SueTim
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Need to work

I need to look for work but I am petrified. I rather have a root canal than go through that ordeal. I never had a career so I don't have anything to retire from. I have not look for work in over a ... | posted by belleview
4 replies - last reply: "How did you make out on your job... more" ~ fgra
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Memories not shared.

At the end of Sept., I will be traveling from TX to KS for my 40 HS reunion. I have been to some of the previous reunions and had fun. I need to get a hotel room reserved if it is not too late. The... | posted by belleview
2 replies - last reply: "Hey, how was the reunion? I hope it... more" ~ fgra

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