Dr. Ben Michaelis is a clinical psychologist in full-time private practice in Manhattan. He writes and speaks regularly about mental health, creativity, spirituality and motivation. Dr. Michaelis is the author of Your Next Big Thing: 10 Small Steps to Get Moving and Get Happy. Highly Sensitive People (HSP) compose about a fifth of the population.
They are known to have a rich and complex inner life as well as a heightened and more deep experience of the world.
Unfortunately, the latter may sometimesvfeel like a burden.
HSP often don't understand why they are different or why they react differently to certain situations than other people around them.
What are the challenges of being an HSP?
Ben Michaelis, PhD, discusses the challenges HSP face, as well as how their unique personality may lead to personal and professional strengths.
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The Social Challenge of Highly Sensitive People
Guest
: Ben Michaelis, PhD
From the Show: Health Radio
Summary: How does being an HSP (highly sensitive person) impact your experience of the world?
Air Date: 6/25/15
Duration: 10
Host: Melanie Cole, MS
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