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MSW, RCC

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Tools for Creating Healthy Relationships as an HSP

Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) in need of some tools to build and maintain healthy relationships? Here I discuss the importance of self-reflection in building healthy relationships, the need to go slowly and to check in with both your emotions and physical sensations.

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Takeaways

  • Take things slowly and check in with yourself regularly.
  • Reflect on your feelings after interactions with others.
  • Healthy relationships require time and space to grow.
  • Avoid being overly available to others; set boundaries.
  • Recognize the importance of energy dynamics in relationships.
  • Seek out people who make you feel calm and centered.
  • Understand your own speed limits and avoid rushing.
  • Value friendships that allow for honesty and vulnerability.
  • Acknowledge your right to be heard and share your story.
  • Use your voice to connect with others meaningfully.

FREE resources

  • Esther’s other videos and podcasts on Highly Sensitive People
  • Learn more about the Highly Sensitive Personality
  • Esther’s blog posts, videos and podcasts on Highly Sensitive People
  • Receive Esther’s FREE report designed to help HSPs create better boundaries called, “10 Tips for Getting Rid of Relationships That Drain Your Energy“

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Victoria Counselling for Adults
Based in Victoria, BC, Esther offers in-person, video, and telephone counselling for adults throughout British Columbia, with particular expertise in highly sensitive people, anxiety and depression, emotional eating, and menopause.
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