Ps: Have you ever wondered why you are so sensitive? If you feel deeply about things, you may be a highly sensitive person.
Sensitivity is often considered a negative personality trait. You may be told that you are too sensitive or emotional and that you may need to “make a change”. Maybe you’re wondering: “Why am I so sensitive?”
It’s important to understand that sensitivity is a personality trait, but being “too” sensitive is not a disease, just like being quiet or bubbly, it’s not necessarily a bad quality.
There are several potential causes of sensitivity. For example, if you have a neurodevelopmental disorder such as autism or ADHD, you may be more sensitive to certain stimuli. However, your susceptibility may not be related to any particular disease.
If you feel deeply about things, then you may be one
Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)
.
Why are you so emotional?
There may be many different reasons. Sometimes we become more emotional when we experience setbacks or stress. Things like bereavement, traumatic events, and sudden stress can make us feel more emotional.
Some people tend to be emotionally sensitive because it’s part of their personality.
Highly sensitive people are people who have strong feelings about things, whether those things are positive or negative. This can include their own emotions, the emotions of others, and sensory stimuli from the world around them.
The difference between “highly sensitive” and “unusually emotional”
We often use the words “sensitive” and “emotional” interchangeably. In fact, highly sensitive people are more attuned to emotions.
One of the main differences between abnormal emotionality and hypersensitivity is that hypersensitive people are very attuned to their own emotions and the emotions of others. Highly sensitive people also tend to be more sensitive to external stimuli (such as lights, noise, and color), as well as internal stimuli (such as hunger and pain).
Another difference – high emotionality can be temporary, while highly sensitive people are part of your personality and are permanent. If you’ve been emotional lately, there may be a few
stressors
caused, but after the stressor is removed, your mood will return to normal.
About highly sensitive people
Highly sensitive people often feel emotions deeply and respond to stimuli—both in themselves and in others.
In our daily lives, many people are considered highly sensitive. While many highly sensitive people are dismissed as being “oversensitive,” “insight” may be one of their strengths.
Sensory Processing: Like a Human Sponge
Highly sensitive people are people who are strong in a personality trait known as sensory processing sensitivity, which is not a physical or mental illness, but part of your personality.
Sensory processing is related to how you receive stimuli, including sounds, sensations, the emotions of others, smells, etc. Highly sensitive people often experience these stimuli easily, absorbing like a sponge.
In everyday life
If you are highly sensitive, you may be deeply troubled by violent movies or graphics; you may also be easily overwhelmed by busy or noisy environments, such as crowded malls or business meetings; or , you may be able to taste pleasing stimuli—delicious things, beautiful songs—at a deeper level, and your sensitivity to the feelings of others may help you build strong relationships.
Knowing your sensitivities can be the key to managing the pleasant aspects of being overwhelmed and prone to being highly sensitive.
What causes a person to become sensitive?
New Concept Psychologist
Professor Rong Xinqi
Indicates that, although for most highly sensitive people, it is an innate trait; however, there are some highly sensitive people who may be acquired for a series of special reasons. become sensitive.
For example, a traumatic event may make themBeing on high alert and being sensitive to stimuli is also a symptom of disorders like ADHD and autism.
Characteristics of a highly sensitive person
Professor Rong has summed up some common characteristics of highly sensitive people based on his own clinical experience and years of research data in the field of psychology. These features include:
Have empathy for others;
Do things that please people;
Sensitive to loud sounds, chaotic scenes, and busy people;
often overwhelmed by sensory stimuli or emotional experiences;
Sensitive to caffeine and drugs;
Increase self-awareness;
Able to deeply savor and experience pleasure;
Avoid violent and scary movies or books;
Avoid overwhelming situations;
It is often necessary to retreat to a relaxing, quiet space;
Have a strong emotional reaction, etc.
Not all highly sensitive people will have all of the above characteristics. Methods such as counseling and self-healing can help you address some of the more harmful tendencies or unpleasant experiences.
Contrary to what many people assume, highly sensitive people are not always introverted. It is estimated that about 30% of highly sensitive people are extroverts.
How do I stop being overly sensitive?
To be clear, you can’t (and probably don’t want to) stop being sensitive! But you can manage your reactions to sensitivities.
While many people may ask themselves “Am I being too sensitive?” it is important to note that being a hypersensitive person is not a disease and there is nothing to be ashamed of of. It’s just a unique feature, like tall or light-colored hair.
Being a highly sensitive person can be difficult and overwhelming for some people, especially if you don’t understand your sensitivities. However, you may find it liberating to harness and channel this perception.
Counseling can help guide your sensitivity
Professor Rong says counseling can help you learn to deal with the challenges of being a highly sensitive person while developing your sensitive positive parts. At the same time,
Hypnotherapy
It can also help highly sensitive people to better control their emotions and the level of their emotional responses to sensitivity.
The benefits of being a highly sensitive person
Your sensitivity can be a “superpower”. There are many benefits to being a highly sensitive person:
Be empathetic towards others and foster deeper connections;
High self-awareness;
Be observant when it comes to yourself and others;
A deep appreciation for pleasurable stimuli, including food, fragrance, music, and more;
Be deeply moved by heartwarming and positive stories, books and movies;
Cultivate gratitude for the “little things” in your life, in part because you notice and experience them keenly.
Professor Rong believes it can be very helpful to learn to turn your sensitivity toward something positive. Often, this starts with accepting your increased insight and asking for help when needed.
References:
· Acevedo BP et al (2014) The hypersensitive brain: an fMRI study of sensory processing sensitivity and emotional responses to others.
·Aron EN. (1997). Highly Sensitive People: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You.
Black B et al (2020). A qualitative exploration of individual differences in well-being among highly sensitive individuals.
· Boterberg S et al (2016). Understanding it all: The impact of sensory processing sensitivity on children’s daily functioning.
·Suuberg, A. (2020). What does sensitive mean? Serotonin, stress and hypersensitive people (highsensitive people).
· Greven CU et al. (2019). Sensory processing sensitivity in the context of environmental sensitivity: A critical review and development of a research agenda.