I was drawn to your work because I suspected I was an HSP however something didn’t fit because of my desire for adventure, excitement and loud music.
I also experience long periods of isolation then a desire to seek thrills and adventure; it’s a ripsaw back and forth between the two extremes, as you explained.
I thrive being in quiet solitude for days, beachcombing, gardening, reading, and playing my guitar. Then I feel a great urge to strap myself into a paramotor, hire a motorbike for the week, and attend an air show, rock concert or travel to the other side of the world to a remote region. I can’t predict how I’m going to feel, I’m trying to integrate these different aspects.
Yesterday I bought Dr Coppers audio book and went for a walk, when I returned home I took Dr Aron’s self tests scoring 25 for HSP and 15 for HSS, so now I feel I’m in the club!
I also watched the documentary Sensitive - The Untold Story. Which was further enlightening.
It’s great to learn that my experiences are due to a trait, which has its benefits, plus I recall that there are 1.4 billion of us which is great to know!
Matt, thank you for such an incredibly, rich sharing. I am sure many others here will resonate with your story. The alternation between exploring and withdrawing you describe is a classic pattern for High Sensation Seeking HSPs. It's so fantastic to hear that you have been diving deeply into the topic too and listening to the audio book and doing the self tests. I'm sure the knowledge you gain will help understanding and to really make the most of your sensitivity. I'm so pleased you're gaining value from The HSP Revolution and yes 1.4 billion is a huge number isn't it! Dr Genevieve
Thank you for your newsletter and providing this online source of information, my recent introduction to this subject has been a series of light bulb moments on this journey of self-discovery and understanding. It’s a pleasure to contribute to the HSP Revolution and be part of this community. Onwards and upwards, Matt
Dear Dr Genevieve,
I found your newsletter really fascinating!
I was drawn to your work because I suspected I was an HSP however something didn’t fit because of my desire for adventure, excitement and loud music.
I also experience long periods of isolation then a desire to seek thrills and adventure; it’s a ripsaw back and forth between the two extremes, as you explained.
I thrive being in quiet solitude for days, beachcombing, gardening, reading, and playing my guitar. Then I feel a great urge to strap myself into a paramotor, hire a motorbike for the week, and attend an air show, rock concert or travel to the other side of the world to a remote region. I can’t predict how I’m going to feel, I’m trying to integrate these different aspects.
Yesterday I bought Dr Coppers audio book and went for a walk, when I returned home I took Dr Aron’s self tests scoring 25 for HSP and 15 for HSS, so now I feel I’m in the club!
I also watched the documentary Sensitive - The Untold Story. Which was further enlightening.
It’s great to learn that my experiences are due to a trait, which has its benefits, plus I recall that there are 1.4 billion of us which is great to know!
Best Wishes
Matt
Matt, thank you for such an incredibly, rich sharing. I am sure many others here will resonate with your story. The alternation between exploring and withdrawing you describe is a classic pattern for High Sensation Seeking HSPs. It's so fantastic to hear that you have been diving deeply into the topic too and listening to the audio book and doing the self tests. I'm sure the knowledge you gain will help understanding and to really make the most of your sensitivity. I'm so pleased you're gaining value from The HSP Revolution and yes 1.4 billion is a huge number isn't it! Dr Genevieve
Thank you for your newsletter and providing this online source of information, my recent introduction to this subject has been a series of light bulb moments on this journey of self-discovery and understanding. It’s a pleasure to contribute to the HSP Revolution and be part of this community. Onwards and upwards, Matt
Delighted to hear of the light bulb moments Matt. Thank you for being here at the start of this HSP Revolution community journey!