Is this you?

✔ Have you been called too sensitive?

✔ Has your natural, gentle openness been mistaken for weakness?

✔ Are you conscientious and have a strong sense of justice?

You may have noticed feeling more "emotional," or intuitive than most people, and others may have criticized you as "picky," an "overthinker," or my personal favorite, "too serious." You probably knew there was something special about you, and you may have labored under the mistaken belief that this "special" thing is a personality flaw--or even a disorder.

According to Dr. Elaine Aron, PhD, 15% to 20% of the population is "highly sensitive" or has what is called Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS).

If you are a highly sensitive person (HSP) this means you process things more deeply, take in more details, and often operate in life using a "pause to check" system.

HSPs have a genetic characteristic that allows them process sensory input more deeply than others; it is not a disorder. In fact, once HSPs learn about themselves, many begin to thrive!

What you may believe is your weakness is really your key to finding inner peace and fulfillment.

Jennifer L. Neeley, JD, CDC

My name is Jennifer L. Neeley. I am an attorney and certified divorce coach. Over the last 14 years, I have assisted thousands of divorce and family law clients navigate change and major life disruption. I am also a highly sensitive person. Coming to terms with this trait introduced me to my life's purpose. Today, my focus continues to be on helping others, often struggling with a divorce or separation, find success through change and disruption. I especially love working with highly sensitive people and have created online programs and guidance just for you.

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Are you a Highly Sensitive Person? A Self Test . . .

Dr. Aron has studied and pioneered what we know today about highly sensitive people. HSPs tend to be more empathic and conscientious. However, HSPs can get easily overstimulated then later require a recovery period or some "down time" to recharge. Change and times of transition can be especially challenging for HSPs.

Dr. Aron created a self-test that can help you determine whether you share this trait. There is also a self-test to help you determine whether your child shares this trait.

HSP/SPS is found in males and females alike. HSP has been scientifically documented in both humans and animals. Although introverted personality traits are associated with HSP, many HSP (as many as 30%) are extroverts, and some are high-sensation seeking HSPs.

Are you highly sensitive?

Is your child hSP?

Are you a sensation seeker?