As an HSP I have realized that I tend to be sensitive to aspects of society that are unnatural and unhealthy. I believe HSPs can sense toxicity in an environment much sooner than non HSPs, if they ever realize their environment is toxic at all. Light pollution, noise pollution over crowded spaces, confined work environments, huge grocery stores with tons of processed food, advertising everywhere from billboards to TV commercials to huge amount of spam in your email in box, your cellphone going off like a pinball machine with alerts and notices, etc. Ask me when I was happiest and most at peace it has always been living a simple life close to nature without the constant bombardment of technology and consumerism. This is why this year I decided to move to a small coastal town and enjoy a simple more natural life. I recommend HSP take a one week camping trip and rough it a bit in nature. Get back in touch with the planet because the Earth is truly our mother and live giver.

@marthaskelly1449

7 жыл бұрын

Eliah Holiday Inspiring to hear you made the move Eliah, thank you. Looking back now as a HSP, I have ONLY thrived(high energy, creativity, laughter, adventures..) when I lived by small towns and stunning nature all around. Your move inspires me as I just have to leave the city now - I literally swell up physically after a day in the city! I lose Self-connection, ending up confused and off balance. I know people who Thrive and are energized in the city, so how liberating and self respecting to just do what works for us all individually! Love and light

@tomkat69pc

4 ай бұрын

Human pollution .. .

I can't believe you mentioned MACY'S. I am a native NYorker and have avoided Macy's since childhood. Just going into the first fl. would trigger a massive migraine. I felt attacked by those fragrances, the poor salespersons' plight, the really high ceilings and the overbearing lights, music and screaming babies. Just writing this is killing me. Thank you for the podcast.

@sll110

Жыл бұрын

totally agree

@debd353

Жыл бұрын

IKEA does that to me. Screaming migraine.

i hate the grocery store

This HSP used to live in NYC and work in the midtown area and used to shop at Macys! Oh, the long long lines to pay for something on my lunch hour! LOL.....now that I'm pushing 70 I love to shop online! The way to go for HSPs....NO crowds, long lines, bright lights or noise! Ah, the luxury of shopping at home and thankfully for Amazon! Don't miss shopping at malls and don't miss those subways and/or commuting! Peace, love and namaste~

Any forms of crowded public transport: train, planes. Airports also

I agree 100% about casinos. I can't stand the sadness paired bright lights and constant noise. Ugh!

@margaretschaufele6502

22 күн бұрын

I've never entered a casino because I discovered in college that I easily get addicted to certain things. I don't dare try gambling because of that.

Hey friends !! I am a HSPE and I must say that I love crowded places because people give me energy. However I see someone sad or rudness around me - I lose my energy and feel very upset. I always want to go to this person and give them a compliment so they might feel happier. So I try to go next to the person and give them a compliment and suddenly they give me a smile and I feel they are so happy. You should try it. It will make you happy - because we know how much we love to see people happy.

@gsmshsns

6 жыл бұрын

even i like attending sporting events. i like crowds from distance, but i wudn't go to club since it may involve me to be a part of it

@stregadisalem732

5 жыл бұрын

If people give you energy you must be a Highly Sensitive Extrovert.

@silentgrove7670

4 жыл бұрын

In HSPE .. the E is extrovert? If so I am extroverted HSP also. It's different from introverted HSPs.

I wanted to send this to my husband who's hyper and loud but you keep saying "pls don't take this seriously" and "it's just for fun", "silly", "light-hearted" ...well, he wouldn't take it seriously if he heard that....so I either have to find another video OR crop this by removing that part. :( please take it seriously, this is absolutely serious. I am tired of people dismissing sensitivity overload. thanks for considering my suggestion

@aaronmann9442

3 жыл бұрын

Ya its called belittling and I am fucking tired of it too. Nothing short of societal gaslighting

I am gonna stick my neck out here. It's taboo to say it out loud, even though I know I'm not the only one. I can't stand noisy children. I can tolerate some noise of playing kids, but not creaking, whining, shrilling, screaming. I'll have increased heart rate, sweat, a strong sense of panic. Only one is enough to make me feel like (not doing it!!) either kill or flee, fight myself out of the place. Could be a store, bus or someone' home. And, as I said, this is taboo, of course everybody love kids! Or rather is supposed to. 😳🙄😔😢

@JamieSantos

4 жыл бұрын

You were one once, right?

@susie5254

Жыл бұрын

Just because you hate the whining or shrill screaming and off-the-charts loud volume, doesn't mean you don't like kids. They just need some education and I need to remember to bring my earplugs with me!

@annabackman3028

Жыл бұрын

@@susie5254 Hahaha! Thank you for not shooting missiles at me! You might be right, there are A FEW kids that have touched my heart during the years. When they reach around 6-7 they are quite alright. I don't know, but I think it's somehow a twisted response to an overreacting "take care of" mechanism. "Screaming child, it's in danger!" contra the fact, it is not. So I literally panic, and take out my emotional reactions on the direct cause, the sounds. Unfortunately knowledge about that isn't enough to make me feel different. Same sort of automatic reaction, as to spiders and snakes. It's horrible to say, I know, BUT I don't COMPARE children to spiders and snakes, just what happens inside me. The difference is, I'm entitled to scream if I meet a snake in my yard, but not if I meet a crying child (obviously 🤣!). If the child is alone, I overcome the stress I feel and try to comfort and help (I'm not a monster). The snake.. If possible I try to get it out of there, otherwise I try to call the janitor (I live in an apartment). If I can do something about the situation, in control, if you like, it's easier, but not when I can't. I have a son, who of some reason was one of those almost always happy kids, who nearly never screamed or "misbehaved". It always worked to talk, he didn't block out when he was spoken to, like many children do. Whether he understood what he was told or not, he calmed down, in trust and comfort or in acceptance, depending on situation. I don't take the credit, the opposite, nature blessed me with him. (God knows I could be a terror of strong will as a child, and teens. So he didn't get that from me. Neither his father was 100% an angelical child.) We were blessed, as simple as that. However, he grew up to a strong and strong-willed man, and one of the wisest human beings I ever met. I'm so proud of him! I'm NOT saying that I was the perfect mother, I made the mistake to lose my temper, who says they never done that is a lier. The immediate punishment to oneself is a worsening situation. We know that, but no one is perfect, and we are humans. Sometimes emotional reactions take over the intellectual knowledge. (Is that correct grammar? Sorry, mostly self-taught in English, thereof some mistakes. 🫣) I did MY best, like everyone else. I was lucky to have a "good" child, naturally positive and easy. Maybe there is a God who placed him with us, and gave more difficult babies to more suitable parents?😂 Nevertheless, it's like "My child♥️, other people's gremlins 🤬." I don't have any grandchildren yet, but I have a strong feeling they will be"my babies ♥️ too 😅. But I still have this weird feeling of "take-that-bastard-away-from-here" 👿 panic and anger when I hear that whining, screaming and crying. Lack of control? Could be that. Ps. "Lose temper" is NOT equal to beat. It's showing ANGER, raised voice, threatening body language. NOT faking to hit. I mean how one moves, facial looks etc. Just an angry face can be bad enough to escalate the situation.

subtle advertising disgusts HSP's. they feel it an insult to their perceptive abilities

Concerts, sporting events and most downtowns are too much. Amusement parks like Disneyland are just TOO MUCH for me.

I find war zones really triggering.

This is why I live out in the country and I’m in nature. I can wear my comfy clothes, enjoying a cup of coffee while watching the sunrise. As a child, my mother said, it never failed when I came home from a busy vacation or visiting friends, I would get sick. I had pushed myself past a healthy point. Now, I like to vacation places that have more solitude and I can go at a relaxed pace but my favorite place is home.

Hate night clubs, but love bohemian bars with live music, even if they're crowded. I feel like I recharge energy with people, I'm sure many of them are also HSP.

I am a HSP but like Hibachi style restaurants. I don't completely avoid crowded places like the mall, but I am selective of where I frequent.

Oh yes the nightclub...my greatest enemy..

I can handle a good bit of noise but if there is a crowd with an edge to it or even a small element of danger or a chance of the crowd going wild...I am out of there! LOL GB

I can't always express myself but you just helped me! Night clubs for all the reason you mentioned, not just Macy's any large store with to many choices. When I go to the mall ( hardly ever ) I know exactly what I want, I do t browse, loud and aggressive people they make me recoil. I can handle noise for a little while, then I need to be quiet and alone. Thank you! This Pod Cast really helped me. Eat wishes to you!

I work at a hospital. And I hate it. It’s loud, constantly nosy, and the different smells and people.... I thought it was just me. This makes more sense for me cause I rather woke from home.

@Decopainterandtea

5 жыл бұрын

I work at a long term care. I understand.

my mom was so rude to me last night it was awful I held back tears and she didn't even care.

@aaronmann9442

3 жыл бұрын

Narcissist. I feel your pain and I am so sorry. It is an epidemic in our society right now. Pandemic is a physical manifestation. Thats my theory.

@NicoleAliyah

3 жыл бұрын

@@aaronmann9442 Thank you Aaron

@dianewigell6582

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry

@NicoleAliyah

2 жыл бұрын

@@dianewigell6582 Thanks Diane

@honeyspoonbeewrangler4550

2 жыл бұрын

@@aaronmann9442 agree, we do have an epidemic going on.

I haven't listened to this yet but my worst place is loud concerts, especially park ones, crowded airports, and crowded theme parks. I'm okay with orderly crowds like in ball parks and music halls. Now I'll listen and see what you say...

Walmart. I can't stand being in them. If I absolutely have to go in, I try to make it as quick as possible.

I am so grateful for finding information on being an HSP. It helps me accept myself and that i am not mentally ill. Everything about me makes more sense. Thank you ❤

I've never liked things like pep ralieghs, and amusement parks even sirens on emergency sevice vehicles. Drove me up the wall.

I remember this sports bar that I went to with my grandmother. They used to have the most wonderful pulled pork paninis and fries. I preferred to get lunch though, because dinner hour was horrendous. It was a small place and would get packed with people watching whatever games were on the TV. Then they would have music blaring. I sat there with my family with my hands over my ears and it was still too loud. Keeping my ears plugged made it just bearable.

It's therfore I do online shopping 😊. I also hate dining out I feel that people around watching me as in a tv-show.

Weird...Ithink I'm an HSP but I loved Benihanas. While I *am* sensitive to noise, I love the sights and smells. I don't think I could ever be one of the chefs though...too much going on and too many eyes on me!

I am an extroverted HSP. As such some things on this list are fun and exciting for me. I have been able to enjoy clubs though in moderation and it depends on who is with me. Do not like busy department stores or malls much at all. Walmart is a nightmare at times. Love grocery shopping Love certain concerts Big dislike of fairgrounds, very unsettling actually. Dislike of amusement parks, though I have had some fun times in them though its rare. Biggest current dislike is travelling on a city bus. Extreme dislike being around people on cellphones. I don't have one. I hate them. Some of these experience change depending on the company, a fair ground is the worst to be with someone I know or like because I am being open to them and then all this other static comes in. I cannot do both at the same time. I can probably do a fairground alone because I am only noticing my experience and not the other. Likely though I would not go to a fairground because the are usually too commercial for me.

Thanks for your channel. You speak wonderful english🌻 . My worst place is apartment living🤢Constantly being bombarded w/ noise!!! Feel & hear people walking as if they are in my actual apt!! All the smells..idiots who honk to lock/unlock their cars..ugg!! Also everything beeps..from cars to phones!!

I totally agree with all of the places you mentioned. While I’ve never been to the Macy’s store, I do dread shopping and don’t like malls; only if they are empty!

I used to hate nightclubs for all the above reasons... until I realized that they are good for dancing (which I love)! Agree about casinos too - anything about money-mindset, greed, addiction is depressing. Other things I don't recognize because I'm not from the US.

@himawari5844

7 жыл бұрын

yes, no one mentioned this. Money mindedness and people trigger me alot along with over structured workplaces.

Heidi Sawyer also on youtube is great for hsp's . Thanks for the podcast

@dalilam3136

8 жыл бұрын

👍 Heidi Sawyer is great for heighly Intuitive people/ HSP. ❤

Oddly, I have no issue with Macy’s because (with my Virgo mind), it is organized by floor so I can go straight to the floor I want and it’s not overwhelming. Granted, I cannot stay on the floor too long, but I actually don’t mind it. I have, however, said this about Sephora. It’s just too much of the same thing with no clear organization (separated by brand-mostly, I think) and I simply hate walking in there. Oy vey!

Locked in a crowded plane with so many smells and scents, as well as flying over the ocean freaks me out to panic state. It's a combination of the possibility of crashing, drowning and/or being eaten by whatever ocean predator panics me. Did you see the plane crash scene in the movie, "Castaway"? Intense!

This could explain why I was drunk majority of the time while out with friends 😅

Do a lot of HSPs have Seasonal Affective Disorder?

@fanibelleza

5 жыл бұрын

Sheri Meshal Author I do

@sherimeshal-rnlpodcasteran1034

5 жыл бұрын

@@fanibelleza I had a really bad bout this winter in Chicago.

@alisonbrockbank8588

5 жыл бұрын

I do. I try to have a sunny holiday every winter because I live in the uk. I wasn’t able to this year and i really felt the effect of not being able to get the two weeks of sun. Dreadful.

im highly senstive but i do not react to alot of things like other people do. for example i would be able to walk around that macy's but id feel extremely stressed but id tough it out. iono maybe its just how i was raised. my mom was a very stressful women and i HAD to deal with it LOL

This is interesting. I definitely feel like I identify as an HSP, but i rather like stimulus. Im not a big fan of parties casinos or Macy’s, but Im addicted to lifting heavy weights with as much noise as you can imagine, and I also love blacksmithing, which is filled with glowing iron and loud, sparking hammer strikes all around. I also love acting and performing on stage or in front of a camera, which many HSPs seem to have extreme anxiety over. Think that this could do with my being an extrovert? If anyone else has similar experiences or preferences it’s be interesting to hear what y’all have to say :)

Bravo! Perfect!

I avoid resale shops because of the ambient smell, disorganized racks, and the lingering energy. I hate the lights. Any time I go to one I need to shower and lay down LOL! I also hate Marshall’s and TJ Max. Don’t get me started on Flea Markets or Antique shops that sell yucky stuff that is random and disorganized and smells. I take a lot of showers.

@jacobr4558

4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a different issue. The smells can be nostalgic and the disorganization can be a treasure hunt. The clutter, disorganization, and wanting to shower after have little to do with sensitivity. I could see hating a super busy day at a thrift store, crowded, smells of people, feeling their impatience, annoying music, you mentioned the lights and the energy(energy changes very often) etc.

@CombatMatt100

4 жыл бұрын

I hate resale stores for the same reason. Everything smells like mildew and weird, old, sad energy. I do like the smell of retail stores though. It kind of energizes me!

Great podcast, thank u ❤

@HighlySensitivePerson

8 жыл бұрын

glad you like it!

Does anyone feel nauseous or exhausted near computer sales shops n those hardware stuff...

Casinos are extremely sad. Elderly people blowing their social security checks the moment the money hits their account. It’s depressing.

omgosh I never want to do the hibachi...and im the only one who doesn't want to. I hate it when the chef squirts the fake oil at me too...bugs the crap out of me.

@HighlySensitivePerson

8 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh you just reminded me of something I totally forgot!! Many years ago I went to a hibachi restaurant with my coworkers, including my boss. The chef was doing his little show and he went to squirt something in my mouth--I think wine?--from a squeeze bottle. I didn't want to do it, but felt like I had to, so he did it but I closed my mouth too soon and kind of got wine everywhere, including on my glasses, it was SO EMBARRASSING!!!!

@cherylruhr6001

6 жыл бұрын

At our beni hana knockoff the chefs scramble a bit of egg and toss it across the grill into patrons open mouths. This is the most dreadful part of the experience.

IKEA on a Sunday.

Would you be willing to discuss your income streams? I've watched a handful of your videos and this is the second $10/month club with a private facebook group you've promoted. Are you given financial incentives to promote these clubs?

@karmicsheila63

7 жыл бұрын

They sponsor the podcast.

New York or crowded cities

Ugh I hate sensory overload. Smoke. Too many people too dark with flashing lights too bright too many smells. I just want to go camping and get away from society.

RESALE SHOPS

I have ALWAYS hated clubs and bars!

What I can’t stand is having flatmate/roomate that’s all

I find cities with homeless problems very bad particularly because people snobs or narc in my opinion make them feel worse with no bed hate seeing this self proclaimed older generation make these people feel worse than they do

GROCERY STORES!

What might overwhelming one will not bother another.

Boot camps, mandatory army trainings.

I hate malls

It’s not that crazy you just gotta learn to fuck with people the same way....I play them like toys it’s cruel sad and fun...I’ll keep fucking with them the same way...they fuck with me I fuck with them...in the end just say sorry and it was just for fun lol!

is hsp in the spectrum with autism. i think so

I can't stand muzak/noise in the background of movies/videos when people are talking