Today’s post is especially about challenges when new to self-employment, along with a video case study. You’re definitely not alone with these worries. And there are answers. Introverts and HSPs CAN be good at business and marketing.
If you are a highly sensitive person (HSP) and an extrovert, a lot of general career guidance doesn’t quite fit. You might feel pulled (or pushed toward) more extrovert-oriented career roles, but the sensitive soul part of you needs more calming and spaciousness. It can feel confusing until you learn
I got caught in an over-doing phase and not enough calming downtime balance to that. Autumn, as daylight shortens, is a good time for me to think about the yin-yang balance in my life. I have to pay attention here, especially as a highly sensitive person with old workaholic programming.
You might have heard the message to listen to your heart, or tune in inside. But how?
It can seem tricky at first to hear your own heart’s knowing, but then it can be quite easy too.
People with the high sensitivity trait (HSPs) are very capable of hearing
Inside view on HSP superpowers for self-employment, and listen in on a conversation about it too. Also covers tips to avoid some of the challenges too.
Extrovert-dominant cultures have defined fun too narrowly, as if only the loud things count as fun. Introverts and HSPs can have a different definition of fun. Your permission slip.
My recent shake-up story and how I found my footing again. I wrote up 7 ways that help me cope with uncertainty in business and life (including climate chaos). + Coping mantras.
My review of the 2023 book, Sensitive, and what happened at a book discussion with other HSPs. I also define high sensitivity here. It’s so misunderstood.
Perfectionism is not a permanent trait. We can break free. Some facts and stories here. Plus: why introverts and highly sensitive people (HSPs) are more prone to perfectionism. My own recovering perfectionist story.
Seems so counter-intuitive that one minute could help when you think it has to be a whole vacation or else forget it. I’ve discovered the magic of 60 seconds.
Here’s a timer, with guidance from Denesia Rodgers, so you can see what I mean.
Ready? Let’s really do this.
I used to think I just needed to be more tough, push harder. Pushing myself a bit helped me grow courage, but then it also led to burnout. But then…
I find the holidays are more complicated and exhausting this year. It’s humbling. Here’s a dose of compassion for all of us.
If you’re feeling wobbly or shaken up by these times, you might be rethinking your priorities around work. Here’s a little love note to help us all. (Early signs of the Great Resignation.)
With climate change comes more natural disasters, and it can rattle our nerves. Here’s how a sensitive introvert found her calm in the floods in Houston.
Sensitive souls like introverts and HSPs have a role to play in in this messy world. We’re not here to wither. We’re here to help. Here’s how to make it easier.
When you are high in empathy, or you have sensitivity like an introvert or HSP has, we can get exhausted. Calming and grounding yourself is job #1 and easier than you think.
Finding your balance when life inside you or in the news feels overwhelming. Seeing injustice when you care so much is hard. 7 simple things that help me.
Introverts, highly sensitive people (HSPs), and other sensitive souls can thrive in the right careers, jobs and work environments. Here’s what we need, plus a list of ideas for best careers for introverts and HSPs. There’s hope.
Shyness and introversion can be connected, but they are not the same. It’s important, for everyone’s well-being, to understand the difference.
When it comes to superpowers (your amazing strengths), they are often the things you think are your flaws. Here’s why and how to turn it around. Look to your so-called flaws for clues of your strengths.
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It might not feel like it right now, but work can be energizing and fulfilling, even for introverts and HSPs. There is a way. Here are 3 paths to find your way to your right career path.
Self-employment guidance especially for introverts and HSPs. So you can have the sustainable, meaningful, and calm life you crave.
Does it seem like everyone else has it figured out? Let me light the way for your exploration around career, life purpose, or self-employment.
