Understanding the Highly Sensitive Person: Insights from Sara Amundson
Episode Overview
Understand what it means to be a Highly Sensitive Person. Learn the differences and similarities between HSP and BPD. Explore Sara's personal reflections on taking the HSP quiz. Discover practical advice for managing emotional sensitivity. Gain insights into self-compassion and sensory regulation.
Having the ability to feel at such a capacity that you can have this empathy, you can have the ability to love that other people don't have
Ever wondered what it means to be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)? This episode of Bold Beautiful Borderline, hosted by Sara Amundson, dives into this intriguing topic. Sara shares her recent discovery of the term HSP during a DBT training and explores its connections and differences with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). You'll get an in-depth look at what it means to be highly sensitive, the history behind the term, and how it can sometimes overlap with traits of BPD.
Sara even takes the HSP quiz herself, providing personal reflections on her results and how they relate to her experiences with ADHD and BPD. She also discusses the importance of self-compassion and sensory regulation for both HSPs and those with BPD. This episode is a blend of education, personal anecdotes, and practical advice that will leave you with a better understanding of HSPs and their unique experiences.
So, if you're curious about emotional sensitivity and its impact on daily life, this episode is a must-listen. How do you think being highly sensitive affects your interactions with others?