Signs you can be a sensitive personality type (HSP) : If you have a difficult time dealing with negative emotions compared to others or catch yourself ruminating or fabricating anxious thoughts, the s-word might suit you. Additionally, a feeling of unsettlement when you witness any violence or cruelty can also mean that you are sensitive. You’ve always been sensitive to what you wear. Scratchy fabric or restrictive clothing — like pants with a tight waistband or pantyhose — really irritate you. Of course, non-HSPs might dislike these things too, but an HSP will carefully select their wardrobe to completely avoid them. And if an HSP inadvertently wears one of these things out, the discomfort may detract from their entire experience.

Are you a highly sensitive person? Do you know someone in your personal or professional life who may be highly sensitive? High sensitivity can be defined as acute physical, mental, and emotional responses to external (social, environmental) or internal (intra-personal) stimuli. A highly sensitive person may be an introvert, an extrovert, or somewhere in between.

Ask yourself why you feel the way you do. For example, did you have high expectations for how something would turn out and then became upset when it didn’t turn out the way you wanted? Or did someone say something to you that you found offensive? Identify exactly what caused you to feel sensitive and why it made you feel that way. Often, unmet needs and unmet expectations lead to hurt feelings.

Sensitivity isn’t just getting offended by a funny comment. It also includes sensitivity to other non-mental triggers. Some of the mentioned signs might seem a bit ridiculous. However, all of these signs are chosen based on research and experiments. So, brace yourselves! Extra details on Signs You Might be Sensitive.

People are often kinder to other people going through the same problem as themselves. Seeing a problem from your own perspective can get you stuck in the same thinking patterns. Looking at the problem as if you were not directly affected by it can bring in a sense of objectivity that can help solve problems faster. Think of whether the problem truly requires your attention.

Category One: Sensitivity About Oneself. Often has difficulty letting go of negative thoughts and emotions. Frequently feels physical symptoms (i.e. stress or headache) when something unpleasant happens during the day.

Category Two: Sensitivity About Others. Alternatively, often discusses negative emotions with others because there’s a lot of “drama” in one’s life.

Highly sensitive people express a lot of feelings daily. In a world where being sensitive is often considered as a weak or dramatic trait, the knack of openly expressing feelings can often feel like a burden rather than an asset. More info about It’s okay to be sensitive.

For many highly sensitive people, the key to managing oversensitivity is to utilize emotional immunity and sensory immunity strategies, to calm and alleviate overstimulation. For those who live or work with highly sensitive individuals, effective communication skills are a must to foster positive and constructive relationships.

References :
https://exceptionallysensitivepeople.com/
psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/sense-and-sensitivity/201901/why-sensitive-people-need-music
huffingtonpost.com/andrea-wachter/advantages-of-being-highl_b_6141146.html