Emotional hypersensitivity
Hypersensitivity is characterised by a different way in which the brain functions within the nervous system. It manifests itself as a heightened intensity in the perception of emotions and sensory stimuli. While all human beings experience a certain degree of sensitivity, some people experience things in a much more profound way, both emotionally and sensorially. A hypersensitive individual may, for example, be strongly affected by sounds, lights, smells, tastes or touches, but also by the emotions of others, feeling them as if they were their own. This ability to feel intensely can be both a gift and a burden, as it can lead to emotional overload and increased fatigue.
Although it can sometimes lead to challenges such as increased anxiety or misunderstanding from those around them, hypersensitivity is not a disorder or illness, but rather a character trait. People with hypersensitivity may also possess great creativity and deep empathy, which enriches their life experience. Accepting this hypersensitivity and learning techniques to support it can transform what may seem like a handicap into a real superpower.
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