Amber Veet, LCSW, SEP

11/07/2024

12/19/2023

While being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) comes with many strengths, there are some challenges, including:

1. Overwhelmed Easier: HSPs may become overwhelmed in environments with intense stimuli, leading to stress or anxiety.

2. Emotional Exhaustion: Due to their deep emotional processing, HSPs might experience emotional exhaustion more frequently than others.

3. Heightened Sensitivity to Criticism:HSPs may be more sensitive to criticism, even if it’s constructive, which can impact their self-esteem.

4. Difficulty Filtering Information:Filtering out irrelevant stimuli can be challenging, making it harder for HSPs to focus in noisy or chaotic environments.

5. Tendency to Overthink:HSPs may engage in overthinking or rumination, leading to increased stress and difficulty making decisions.

6. Physical Sensitivity:Some HSPs may be more sensitive to physical sensations, such as certain textures or smells, which can be uncomfortable.

12/18/2023

Having unrealistic expectations of how others should behave or respond can strain relationships. If someone anticipates specific reactions or actions from others and doesn’t communicate these expectations, it may result in misunderstandings and conflict.

It’s important to strike a balance between healthy expectations and recognizing that individuals are independent beings with their own perspectives and behaviors. Developing self-awareness, setting realistic expectations, and fostering open communication can help avoid self-sabotage in relationships.

08/16/2021

08/09/2021

There are a lot of ups and downs in the healing process and it can be frustrating at times but it’s worth it.

08/04/2021

This technique is especially useful when in conflict with someone who is blaming or defensive. Start off your conversation with a well thought out disarming statement followed by your I statements.

07/29/2021

Thankful for Simon Biles for reminding us as adults and for teaching the next generation how to listen their knowing and put their mental health first.