#73 6 Ways to manage hyper-sensitivity with ADHD
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You're too sensitive!
Toughen up!
Why do you take things so personally?!
... Sound familiar?
Humans with ADHD are more sensitive than those without ADHD.
Our ADHD nervous systems pick up signals the average person can't register.
The sound of chewing or someone breathing might cause your skin to crawl.
You are more likely to have asthma, eczema & allergies.
And then there are the emotional sensitivities such as RSD.
“When you know that you are highly sensitive, it reframes your life. Knowing that you have this trait will enable you to make better decisions. Sensitive people have to live differently in order to be comfortable.” ~ Dr Elaine Aron
Listen to discover:
- What it looks like to be a highly sensitive person with ADHD
- The different types of sensitives we experience
- How this impact our overwhelm, over stimulation & fight or flight responses
- The beautiful side of being extra sensitive
- 6 Ways to manage being hyper-sensitive to make the world a more comfortable & enjoyable place
Link mentioned:
https://fourminutebooks.com/the-highly-sensitive-person-summary/
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