Practical Tips to Help HSPs Cope With The Pandemic (& Other Life Stressors)
No doubt; these are VERY stressful times for most humans on our planet. If you’re feeling sad, angry, frustrated, frightened, hopeless, heartbroken, overwhelmed or all of the above, please know there are many types of support available for you. This blog post is one way I can offer support; I hope my words, thoughts & suggestions bring you some comfort & serenity - now & in the future.
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If you’re struggling with your thoughts + feelings + emotions (due to the pandemic, our current political climate, interpersonal/relationship challenges or anything else), please know you’re definitely not alone. Many people are experiencing tremendous stress at the present moment. I have some suggestions to help you cope. Please use the ideas that speak to you.
Honor your feelings. Sit with them. Name them. This is an important first step. (Many folks can not even name what they’re feeling; HSPs generally can.)
Journal &/or talk with a trusted confidante. Express yourself in words, music &/or art. These avenues are clarifying, cathartic & healing. Engaging in creative endeavors actually helps decrease our level of stress. Brain science backs this up.
Self-Care + Self-Love: VITAL for HSPs - especially during stressful times. My “go to-s” are: meditation/prayer, exercise, nutritious food, water + tea, candlelit bubbly baths (yes; I said “bubbly”), exercise, plenty of sleep, slowing down, meaningful connection, spending time in nature (even though I’m “indoors-y,” I truly appreciate nature), music & dance. What are your “go to-s”? Please practice self-care + self-love daily. You’ll find a link to my current favorite candles below (in resources).
Volunteer/Support an Important Cause: Such a great way to “get outside of ourselves” (& our overactive brains) & connect with others - as well as contribute to a meaningful endeavor. There are so many wonderful options: your local food bank, an animal shelter or sanctuary, an environmental group, a church or synagogue, a charitable thrift store, a human rights organization (like Amnesty International), a convalescent, mental health or rehab facility, etc, Please feel free to make other suggestions in the “comments” section below.
Create a routine (morning, evening or otherwise): This practice can add a bit of “normalcy” to our lives. Our routines do not have to be rigid; they can be fluid/flexible. Routines benefit us in many ways. Create one that works with your inner rhythm. We are all different; the same kind of routine will not serve all of us equally. Be creative & have fun crafting your “routine.” Please share your thoughts below. I would love to hear your ideas! Mine will definitely not involve the early morning; Ha Ha. #NightOwl
Seek Professional Help: Please reach out to your M.D., nurse practitioner, psychologist, psychiatrist or other healthcare professional if you need additional support. Reaching out is a courageous & proactive act!!
P.S.) The beautiful images in this blog post relax me; gorgeous trees + precious kitty cats! Natural stress reducers.
I hope you enjoy my video.
RESOURCES:
Spirit Cats (48 card deck) by Nicole Piar - I’m in love with these cards! The illustrations & messages are truly exquisite. I know HSPs will love them! Make sure to check out Nicole’s entire website.
CoCo Benjamim candles - Oh my goodness; these smell divine! I have the Basil, Lime & Mandarin candle. It’s out of this world! I’ll be ordering many, many more. Enjoy! (Purr-fect for candlelit bubbly baths!) They’re soy-based & vegan.
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Hi; I’m Mary - a Highly Sensitive Person, cat lover and guidance counselor for adults. I love helping young women navigate life while caring for their sensitive souls.
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Love + Meow.
❤ Mary
TSS 🐈
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