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Nurturing Your Sensitivity: Self-Care Tips for Highly Sensitive People

Being a highly sensitive person (HSP) is like having a finely tuned antenna for the world around you. This type of neurodivergence allows you pick up on subtleties that others might miss, to feel deeply, and often find beauty and meaning in everyday experiences. Yet, being so finely attuned can also mean facing challenges like overwhelm and overstimulation more intensely and more often than others might. Hear are some ways to enhance self-care as a Highly Sensitive Person that help prevent burn our and protect your unique gifts.

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Uncovering Calm: How Brainspotting Helps Heal Anxiety

In a world where anxiety can often feel like an unwelcome yet constant companion, finding effective, innovative approaches to healing is more important than ever. One such approach is Brainspotting (BSP), a relatively new but profoundly impactful therapy that is proving to be a powerful tool in the battle against anxiety, often leaving clients with an accelerated sense of lasting relief.

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Boundaries and Relational Trauma

Boundaries are essential for maintaining a strong sense of self and healthy, balanced relationships. However, for individuals who have experienced complex or relational trauma, establishing and maintaining boundaries can be particularly challenging. This post explores the intricate relationship between boundaries and trauma, shedding light on why boundaries are crucial for healing and how trauma can impact them.

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What’s the Difference Between Transgender and Non-Binary Genders?

For quite some time now, the way we talk about gender identity has become more detailed and inclusive, reflecting a broader appreciation for how people experience and express themselves. While they both fall under gender diversity, they represent unique identities and experiences. Let's dive into what makes them each unique and how we can all better understand and support each other.

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Understanding Highly Sensitive People: Traits, Challenges, and Strengths

In 1996, the term "highly sensitive person" was coined to describes those who process information deeply, react strongly to emotions in themselves or others, and are acutely attuned to their surroundings. It's not about being overly fragile or weak, but instead this form of neurodiversity highlights a finely tuned nervous system that catches subtleties most others happen to miss.

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Embracing Your Authentic Self: A Journey Through Trauma, Transition, and Triumph

Embracing our most authentic selves may come with many challenges like trauma, gender transition, and the LGBTQIA+ experience. But challenge is also where we learn to champion over our trials and tribulations in order to build and thrive in a better fitting, more aligned, and more meaningful life.

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