Feeling a sense of unease in more casual social settings is extremely common for HSPs. HSPs tend to prefer more in depth, meaningful discussion, which can make typical party or workplace small talk feel uncomfortable. For some HSPs, engaging in conversation that falls outside of the more interesting, in depth explorations can feel blank, empty, and pointless. Even if it is not our preference, it is difficult to create a life where small talk and socializing in a smaller group of people you do not know very well can be avoided.

With the rise of telehealth, folks have to find creative ways to have confidential interactions with their therapist. Depending on your situation, engaging in therapy from your car is often a necessary choice. Having engaged in telehealth as both a client and a therapist for several years now, I have seen the benefits and the downsides of doing therapy from your car. Please keep reading to learn some tips on how to make teletherapy from your car work for you!

If you identify as an HSP you are probably all too familiar with having an emotional meltdown. For HSPs, meltdowns typically feel like a total emotional collapse; an extremely draining moment of distress where you may not be able to think or communicate clearly. This can be caused by a combination of sensory overload, interpersonal issues, and getting caught up in overthinking.