Thriving as a Highly Sensitive Person: Insights from Brenda Knowles
We arrive at interdependence by advancing along a maturity continuum.
How do you thrive in a world that often feels overwhelming? In this episode of 'A Quest for Well-Being', Valeria Teles chats with Brenda Knowles, the author of 'The Quiet Rise of Introverts: 8 Practices for Living and Loving in a Noisy World'. Brenda dives into the unique challenges and strengths of highly sensitive and introverted individuals.
She explains that managing emotions and reactions becomes easier when we are well-resourced, meaning we’ve had time to develop self-awareness, self-discipline, and self-soothing techniques. But it’s not just about solitude; building trusting, safe, and loving relationships is equally important. Brenda introduces the concept of interdependence, achieved by progressing through stages of dependency and independence to ultimately reach a balanced state of mutual support. She offers practical tips for fostering resilience, deepening connections, and steering clear of isolation.
If you're looking to balance your inner and outer worlds while navigating life as a highly sensitive person, this episode is packed with valuable insights.