Being insensitive is certainly an undesirable trait, but does that mean that the opposite, being sensitive, is a desirable one? Apparently, in our Western society, we cannot make up our minds: We ...

It can be difficult to pick up on hostility in conversations, but people who can immediately feel tension in a room without ...

Growing up, I was a quirky kid. I hated anything that was tight around my waist, so pantyhose were purchased three sizes too big. I could sense when my parents were fighting, even when no words were ...

While everyone else seems to breeze through packed stores and noisy offices, you're secretly planning escape routes and wondering why simple daily tasks leave you feeling like you've run a marathon.

If you were born in one of these four months, your sensitivity is your superpower.

High sensitivity affects approximately 15-20% of the population and represents a normal personality trait characterized by deeper sensory processing. Psychologist Dr. Elaine Aron first coined the term ...

Some people notice more, feel more, and need more time to reset. Crowded places drain them quickly. Small comments linger. Sensory details stand out instead of fading into the background. This ...

Sensitivity is not always a bad thing. It can be powerful to tap into our emotions. Following our intuitions can be important. However, when sensitivity stands in the way of rational thoughts, it can ...