The Secret Superpowers Of Highly Sensitive People - How To Know If You Are A Highly Sensitive Person

 The Secret Superpowers Of Highly Sensitive People

How To Know If You Are A Highly Sensitive Person 

One out of every twenty people is classified as a highly sensitive individual (HSP). This implies that you, or someone you know, may be sensitive. 42 percent of the population is not highly sensitive, which means that most things do not bother them in the same way that they do an HSP. Everyone else is somewhere in the middle, with the exception of a few people who are completely emotionless about anything. (By the way, 20% of the entire animal kingdom is also highly sensitive.)

What do HSPs look like and how do they act?

What exactly are HSPs? We're the people who think, who are cautious, who are conservative; the ones who say, "Hey, wait a minute. Let's give this some thought before doing anything hasty."

Every society requires highly sensitive individuals, just as we require warriors, leaders willing to take risks. We, on the other hand, are the ones who help to temper the less sensitive types, those who can be bold, rash, and impulsive and may not have thought things through to the consequences of their actions. Highly sensitive people are frequently found in roles as advisors, counselors, and advocates for restraint.

Unfortunately, in Western society, we've also been labeled as "defective" in the eyes of non-hsp's. We're thought to be "too sensitive, too cautious, too shy, too timid, too introverted, and too fearful." What must be understood is that these are not "problems" that must be corrected and resolved with sensitive people. The labels we are given are the source of our problems. Many non-sensitive people are shy, timid, introverted, and fearful, whereas many highly sensitive people are outgoing, friendly, extroverted, and risk-takers. We simply think things through and weigh all of the factors that our senses pick up on before moving forward.

Misinterpretation of Traits and Characteristics

So, what are some of the characteristics and traits of a highly sensitive person? Let's take a look at some of the facts and mythical labels that have been applied to this unique group.

Shyness – Shy people are more likely to be found in the HSP group. This is not to say that everyone is shy. This is a myth. Many people who are not sensitive are also shy. What we mistake for shyness is sometimes a sizing up of the situation and the people we've just met. We're being cautious. If our instincts tell us that something isn't quite right about the person, we won't be as open to them. First impressions are important. It's not just how a person dresses, but their entire demeanor, aura, attitude, and other subtleties that we pick up on with all of our senses. In each new situation, we process the thoughts, feelings, and sensations that arise. This may give the impression that some of us are "shy," when in fact we are not.

Another myth is being introverted. Many HSPs are extroverted, outgoing, and enjoy having fun. Many people who are not sensitive are also introverted. Deep thought and inner-reflection should not be confused with introversion. We do need a lot more alone time. This is due to the fact that our nervous systems can become overloaded in situations that a non-sensitive person would find somewhat stimulating. If we become frazzled and over-stimulated, we must find a quiet place as soon as possible to unwind. This is why, rather than going out to party, many HSPs prefer to stay at home. It's not that we don't want to; it's just that we know our systems can't handle the overload for long. If we can't get away, we'll withdraw into ourselves as a protective shield, trying to reduce the noise, sights, sounds, and smells that are bombarding us in order to relax.

Fearfulness – Unless you're completely emotionless and have no conscious consideration for others, who can say they've never been afraid? This is not a unique characteristic of sensitive people. Most people experience butterflies, fearful thoughts, and inner turmoil when they embark on new experiences. HSPs simply feel those emotions more intensely.

Timidity – It is in our nature to be cautious, to assess the situation carefully, to see the "big picture," and to consider the possible consequences of our actions. If everyone rushed into everything without thinking, our world would be even more chaotic than it is now.

Too-Sensitive – Yes, this is our main characteristic. We take in everything around us all at once. Lights, sounds, odors, and energy vibrations are all absorbed, processed, and evaluated. Unfortunately, we are unable to tolerate excessive activity and noise for long periods of time. For example, what may be low to moderate music for a non-sensitive person may sound like a rock concert to us. We are emotionally impacted by much of the world's discord. We feel another person's pain, we notice low levels of anger or resentment in a room, we empathize with other people's problems, and we are deeply saddened by horrific tragedies.

What Does It All Mean?

A highly sensitive person will notice subtleties in their surroundings that many non-sensitive people will miss. This has the potential to provide us with significant benefits. It can help us in a variety of situations where trouble is brewing. If we listen to our instincts, we can avoid making disastrous business or personal decisions. And, because of our keen awareness of the environment around us, we are frequently the ones who alert others to potential environmental issues that unscrupulous businesses ignore for their own gain. HSPs are frequently the ones who advocate for government law reforms and changes that benefit everyone.

As with anything, it's comforting to know that you're not alone, that there are others out there dealing with similar situations and "labels" as you. True, it doesn't make it any less painful, but you know there are similar types you can seek out and talk to...and they'll understand. Yes, we do exhibit more of the above traits and characteristics than non-sensitive people, but we are not the sole owners of them. Non-HSPs may misinterpret what is really going on in the mind of an HSP. Only someone with a high level of sensitivity could truly understand. The good news is that highly sensitive people have existed since man first walked the earth... We'll always be here to help make the world a more understanding, considerate, and peaceful place for everyone.

 

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