The Highly Sensitive Person Podcast
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Ep. 74: Podcast Update!
24 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a while since there was a new podcast episode! In this episode, I give a brief update on what's going on with the show!
73. Dealing with houseguests
26 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A while ago, I received a listener request to do an episode about dealing with people staying at your house--houseguests. Here it is!
72. Interview with Susan Cain, author of Quiet
07 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When I started this podcast, my #1 dream guest was Susan Cain. So, I'm very happy to bring this episode to you today. Susan's 2012 book, Quiet: Th...
71. The Highly Sensitive Podcaster with Andy Mort
04 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode features Andy Mort of the Gentle Rebel podcast (formerly known as the Sheep Dressed like Wolves podcast). We talk about what it's like...
70. Loneliness & the Importance of Relationships with Dr. Amy Banks
16 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Recently someone posted this question in the introvert subreddit on reddit: "How to deal with half wanting new friends and half wanting to be a hermit...
69. Curious about Meditation?
17 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is for those who have never tried meditation, are curious about it, or who have tried it but felt like they didn't "get" it. Meditation ...
68. Self-realizations from a few years of knowing I'm an HSP
18 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Discovering the concept of high sensitivity and learning you are a Highly Sensitive Person can be a major life moment for some people. It was for me! ...
67. A view of HSPs from a non-HSP: interview with Al Motter
20 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest, Al Motter, is one of the hosts of the excellent Introvert Extrovert podcast. He's the "Introvert" out of the two hosts, but he doesn't ...
66. The worst places on earth for HSPs
29 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Overstimulation. Noise, chaos, bright lights, smells, crowds. These are the highly sensitive person's kryptonite. I've brainstormed a list of what I ...
65. Narcissists & Highly Sensitive People
10 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that highly sensitive people and narcissists tend to be attracted to each other? I've welcomed Nikki Eisenhauer onto the show today to ...
64: Oliver Burkeman on Happiness & Negative Thinking
12 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
I'm thrilled to have on the podcast Oliver Burkeman, author of The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking. Oliver is a write...
63: "I feel like I'm drowning, like I'm never caught up"
25 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Two acquaintances in the same week made similar comments to me out of nowhere: that they felt behind, like they weren't getting enough done in their ...
62. Six Hidden Benefits of Being Highly Sensitive
14 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 59, I started a 3-episode series about the positive aspects of being a Highly Sensitive Person. I talked about people who are celebrated fo...
61: Amy Morin and Building Mental Strength
28 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A popular misconception about Highly Sensitive people--to those who aren't very familiar with the trait--is that HSPs are always emotionally fragile a...
60: The Extroverted Highly Sensitive Man: An Interview with Johnny Martinez
14 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The Highly Sensitive Podcast is for people with Sensory Processing Sensitivity--or those who want to better understand HSPs. In this show, I share per...
59: People who are celebrated for their sensitivity
02 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
I realized recently that I haven't done an episode (in detail) about the benefits of high sensitivity. HSPs are meant to be here. We have a role to pl...
58: What is an Empath? With Caroline of The Happy Sensitive
13 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
I've heard the word "empath" a lot, but didn't truly understand what it meant. I thought it maybe simply referred to people who experienced a lot of...
56. Best Jobs for HSPs (revisited)
03 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In the past, I've talked about what I thought were the best jobs for HSPs--and even the #1 best job (working for oneself). But over time, my thoughts ...
55. Easily Grossed Out
18 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share stories about things that have grossed me out--a cow lung, pinning insects, and dissecting pigs. I also discuss how HSPs migh...
54. Crying
17 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
HSPs cry easily. HSPs cry all the time. In this episode, I talk about my problem with the statements like the ones above, and whether or not HSPs re...
53. FAQs about HSPs (for those who are not highly sensitive)
06 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is especially for those who do not have the trait of high sensitivity. It's for those who don't understand HSP, yet want to learn more ab...
52. The Sensitive Documentary: My reflections
22 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
“We miss nothing and have an innate ability to let others shine.” -John Hughes This has been a big month for HSPs. Dr. Elaine Aron’s documenta...
51. Job Interviews- A Rant & Tips
09 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
I think it’s fair to say that most people dislike job interviews. And for HSPs, they are extra super not-fun. In this episode, I talk about why tr...
50. How to stop wanting to escape your job
25 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought: "If only I could quit my job, everything would be better." And you daydream about following your passions, or traveling, or g...
49. Arguing with internet trolls and other people who anger you
05 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever gotten into an argument about politics with a family member or co-worker and you got really angry and fired up? Have you ever gotten in...
48. How to Give Condolences
21 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
You’d think as an HSP that I’d be good at knowing what to say when someone I care about, a friend or family member, had something terrible happen ...
47. Overwhelmed by Big Parties
07 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Recently, I found myself at a big family party. Even though I liked everyone there, and was happy to be there, it did remind me how hours-long parti...
46. Empathy & the Spicy Food Contest
23 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Storytime! In this episode, I talk about how I convinced my husband to participate in a contest eating increasingly spicier chicken wings. What fo...
45. Are you a People Pleaser
17 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
“Sure, I can work late tonight." “Yeah, you can crash at my place.” “I can babysit, no problem.” “I can lend you some money.” These are...
44. The Highly Sensitive Man (Part 2)
09 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, in part 1, I talked about the challenges of being a male HSP. There is a cultural expectation that women are more emotional and sensitiv...
43. The Highly Sensitive Man (Part 1)
02 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
There is a cultural expectation that women are more emotional and sensitive than men and that men should be tough and stoic. This expectation could c...
42. Kelly Gets Profound
27 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
What if we HSPs could fully allow and embrace our strongest emotions--our reactions to beauty in nature in art? What if we didn't have to hold back at...
41. Where to vacation
19 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
An introvert/extrovert and HSP/non-HSP might take a look at the same vacation itinerary and have completely different reactions. An action-packed, bus...
40. Distracted at work
12 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
I'm often surprised that I am so easily distracted when I work. Isn't that a symptom of being weak-minded? sad face. If you find yourself easily distr...
39. Responding to the Haters
05 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
One of the reasons being a Highly Sensitive Person is tough because a lot of people don't believe that HSP is a legitimate thing. This episode 39 is ...
38. Handling Criticism
29 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
This episode 38 is about handling criticism. I talk about three little tactics I use to help deal with negative feedback in my life. (Last week I tal...
37. Self-criticism
21 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
HSPs often criticize themselves in order to avoid the trauma of criticism from others. Next week, I'll talk about how to handle criticism. Big Announ...
36. Creativity
08 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode was inspired by this bit of Dr. Elaine Aron's writing: “All HSPs are creative, by definition. Many have squashed their creativity b...
35. Not all jokes are funny
01 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been told: “Learn to take a joke." "Why are you so serious?" "Lighten up." In this episode, I explain which jokes I find offen...
34. Sensitive to smells and odors
17 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Are there specific smells and odors that you just cannot stand? And which smells are so wonderful they leave you in a state of bliss? Do you smell thi...
33. Introverts in an Extrovert's Job
10 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
When I’ve talked about jobs and careers in the past, I’ve always said that sales, in my opinion, is one of the worst jobs for introverted HSPs. ...
32. Compassionate Care
03 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine riding in a car with your friends, and everything goes black. The next thing you know, you are lying somewhere, but you can’t see. You’re ...
31. Airplane Turbulence
24 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Over the past dozen years or so, I’ve gotten more and more scared of turbulence on airplanes. When I was younger, I enjoyed turbulence. I remember ...
30. Politeness
18 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ever sorry about being sorry? Have you apologized to inanimate objects? Because HSPs are observant to social cues and other people’s feeling...
29. Extroverted HSPs
04 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
One glaring topic I have neglected to cover in this podcast and blog is extroverts. Approximately 30% of HSPs are extroverts! (btw, it can also be sp...
28. Travel Tips
28 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
How have I not yet tackled the topic of travel? I looove to explore new places, and in today's episode, I share my top 11 HSP travel tips from 35+ co...
27. Science!
20 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I talk about the most interesting parts of this great interview of Dr. Elaine Aron on Reset.me. It's about genetic studies and st...
26. Caffeine
13 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode 26, I talk about how and why HSPs are more sensitive to caffeine than others. I also touch on the effects of other drugs as well as ...
25. Using high sensitivity as a "crutch"
06 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode 25, I share some quotes from people in relationships with HSPs who are fed up! They say that HSPs are selfish and don't try to improv...
24. Tips for Coping with the Challenges of Being Highly Sensitive
30 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode 23, I provide some tips on how to deal with the challenging aspects of being highly sensitive. Do you ever say these things to yourse...
23. Kindred Spirits & Friendship
16 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Pontificating on Friendship "Kindred Spirits" are intimate friends, people with whom you are comfortable being your true self. HSPs are often on the...
22. Emotional Cutting
09 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Emotional cutting is reading or watching things that hurt us emotionally...but we keeping doing them anyway. I do this when I look at dog rescues on F...
21. Gift Giving
03 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The holiday season is here and I've been thinking about gift giving. HSPs' temperament makes them well-suited to picking out the perfect gift for love...
20. Anticipatory Grief
24 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Anticipatory grief is a grief reaction that occurs before an impending loss, typically, the death of someone close to you. This episode is about how u...
19. Best Careers for Highly Sensitive Introverts
18 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The previous episode was about the single best job for HSPs--working for yourself. Today's show is about more traditional jobs and careers, including ...
18. The Best Job for an HSP Introvert
11 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Since HSPs are detail-oriented, and can be bothered by too much stimuli, there is one job that seems to make the most sense for us! Learn about it her...
17. Highly "Sensory" People
04 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 17 of the Highly Sensitive Person Podcast is brought to you by the word sensitive. A blog reader, Mike Voss, gave me the great suggestion t...
16: High Sensation Seeking
28 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 16 of the Highly Sensitive Person Podcast is about High Sensation Seeking HSPs. You have no idea how many times I had to edit myself saying ...
15: Needing Control
21 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 15 of the Highly Sensitive Person Podcast is about control. It wasn't until I started writing about all my HSP stuff that I realized so many...
14: So. Much. Empathy
14 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 14 of the Highly Sensitive Person Podcast is about empathy, which is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another being. I tal...
13: Obsessing over details
07 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 13 of the Highly Sensitive Person Podcast, I tell a story about obsessing over sliced vs. non-sliced challah bread. Will I ruin dinner? Or...
12: Beauty Threshold
02 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Highly sensitive people are often deeply moved by beauty in art and nature. This is a pretty cool aspect of being an HSP. In Episode 12 of the Highly ...
11: I Hate Being Highly Sensitive
30 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Why can't I ever be happy with the way things are? Why do little things bother me? Why do I complain so much? Why can't I be normal? These feelings ...
10: Animals & HSPs
23 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
I got a dog about 6 months ago--it's the first time I've ever cared for an animal in my life. It's been a fulfilling and fun experience. In Episode 1...
09: Scary movies? NOPE
17 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
I am highly sensitive to violence and horror. I learned early in life that I don't want anything to do with scary movies. Friends would sometimes teas...
08: Why am I so Jumpy?
16 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
I am jumpy. I've been scared by my own shadow (no joke). Just last night, I was using my iPhone as a flashlight in the dark, when it illuminated a mir...
07: Explaining HSP to Your Partner
09 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Now that you've learned about high sensitivity, you may feel like a weight has been lifted off you. You feel more accepting of yourself and realize yo...
06: The Importance of Caring Less About Your Job
02 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about quitting your job because you were overwhelmed? Throwing in the towel because you had too much to do, and couldn't get i...
05: Having Plans Weighs on Me
26 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If I have one thing to do in a day, it weighs on me all day long. Even if it’s something enjoyable. There will be a kernel of anxiety in my brai...
04: Rant Against Office Cubicles
19 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a rant. I want you to understand that before you listen. If you don't like complaining, you might want to skip it. In episode #4, I t...
01: What is a Highly Sensitive Person?
07 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this introductory episode, I talk about what a Highly Sensitive Person ISN'T....and what they is. I mean, are. The goal of this podcast is to help ...
02: I Feel Suffocated by Stagnant, Warm Air
07 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Does stagnant, warm, still air make you feel suffocated or claustrophobic? Do you need a fan or cool, fresh air to avoid a panic attack? I'm amazed to...
03: Decision-Free Living
07 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We face dozens if not hundreds of decisions every single day--from big decisions to tiny ones, and they all take energy. As HSPs, we put so much care ...