Emotional Intensity: 5 Signs You May Be an Intense, Sensitive, Neuro-atypical and Person

What Is Emotional Intensity?
1. Emotional depth and passion
2. Deep empathy and sensitivity
3. Being highly perceptive
4. A rich inner world, with vivid imagination
5. Creative potential and existential angst
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[@NorthernFlyer1965]

Describes everything about me. Feel like the only person on earth most days. Totally alone. Searching my entire life for others like me. No luck so far.

[@baylamoon8070]

Wanna connect?

[@lucylou111]

I'm number 2 if that's anything?! I'm almost aged 30 but still searching too. Don't say that I need some hope right now tbh! 😂😢😞 please feel free to connect with me this is me completely and life is subsequently so overbearing at times! Everyone is so transparent to me and it's getting clearer each day. It's a gift but also living hell. Do you agree?! 🙃

[@behroozshahdaftar4209]

I can relate. And trust me, being a man with these descriptions has added complications.

[@aquarius1986]

I am also like you!

[@pearl3334]

Same 🥹

[@meajordaan3921]

I read this essay on your website last year and it was the most validating experience of my life. There was a time in my early twenties when I totally numbed myself because I struggled with my feelings so much. A doctor put me on Zoloft, which I took for three months before weening myself off because it just numbed me even more, to the point where I couldn’t physically feel. It was terrible, and it felt incredibly isolating, like no one could see me, like my troubles were just “in my head”. I felt like my world had been reduced to something flat and dimensionless, and I couldn’t see the point of existing in such a superficial space. I felt like I had lost myself. It’s been a long journey, but I set an intention back then (almost 10 years ago now) to find my authentic self, my lost inner child and the sense of wonder I used to live with. It’s difficult to do when most people seem to experience (everything) on a level less deep than I seemed to be experiencing. Everything from how I would suddenly become overwhelmed by sensation in situations, to also suddenly and instinctively understanding the very deepest layers of a situation that nobody else seems to see. Half the time when I talk about things I realise that people are 10 steps behind in terms of what I’m trying to convey, or maybe I’ve just jumped way ahead. I learned that I struggle to identify emotions within myself, even though I’m overwhelmed by them. I had an epiphany last year after reading about this on your site, as I was experiencing some “profound bliss” as you term it, and suddenly felt a terrible gripping in my throat. I finally saw this as fear, and realised in that instant that I have literally been SCARED by my feelings since I was a baby. All intense emotions were accompanied by fear so intense that I literally couldn’t speak, again as if someone or something was gripping my throat and trying to squeeze the life out of me. Seeing this as what it was helped me break free. Being able to identify WHAT I was feeling allowed me to release it, instantly. It was the biggest relief of my life. Things are still challenging but being armed with this deep insight into my experience has been the cornerstone of empowerment. I now embrace my deepness of feeling, insight and thought, and relish in my inner world and imaginings - I don’t care if others think I’m cooky or whatever. Diminishing myself and my experience is no longer and option, as it basically equals a type of death, and I am very much alive. I hope this essay of a comment can help someone else feel less alone and isolated, and maybe help them to identify where fear has been controlling or confining their experience. There are others! We are not alone, and we are not broken. Thank you from the deepest depths of my heart, Imi Lo 💛 you have helped me like no one else has been able to, simply by seeing me and recognising my experience as real.

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

It means so so much to me. Thank you for sharing and for your kind words

[@UnregulatedLizzy]

😢in every way, I am intense. Most ppl have not handled my intensity well either, and I feel this powerfully. I wish I was different. Someone once said, “You’re paying too much attention”, and that set me free and made me sad at the same time. I care a lot, and sometimes at my own emotional expense.

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

It's a journey to embrace our intensity and find balance. Remember, your caring nature is a gift, even if it sometimes takes a toll. You're not alone in this, and your authenticity is inspiring. Keep being you! 💪😊

[@shmeggybelgium7437]

This explains so much! Finally the way I am makes sense...found this when exploring A human creature born abnormally, inhumanly sensitive. To him a touch is a blow, a sound is a noise, a misfortune is a tragedy, a joy is an ecstasy, a friend is a lover, a lover is a god, and failure is death. -Pearl Buck

[@upwardthought]

You've articulated so much so well here that any who is like this is going to feel like they've just met a genie who told them all the things about themselves they've done their best to hide and suppress their whole lives. I sure hope all who fit the bill will find this content. It is life-changing. Thank you.

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

Thank YOU for your comment and feedback 💛🧡❤️

[@OttoLindstam]

Finally someone summarises everything I’ve been struggling with, and thought have been wrong with me. Hello everyone, nice to meet you all.

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

Hello :)👋 yes you are not alone 💕

[@rachelcowdell651]

Most helpful and inspiring video. I’m suffering so much. This is so comforting thank you thank you 🙏

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

Glad to hear!! Thank you

[@consciousliferevolution9603]

Omg this message makes me wanna cry 😢 I am so over shallow heartless negative people who aren't willing to understand how difficult life can be at times

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

big hug x!

[@audrielowe1059]

This video describes me with acute accuracy. Does anyone know how and where the hell emotionally intense people make friends?? I've always felt misunderstood, unrelatable, and too much for people to handle. I had lots of friends in highschool. But I'm 30 now and have none. I find myself craving emotional intensity in my relationships. But everyone seems to be put off by it. And I find myself often disheartened and left wanting. Even if I manage to make a close connection with someone, I never feel like they like me as much as I like them. Never having your feelings reciprocated to the same degree, sucks. Is this relatable to anyone here?

[@dave-j-k]

I know exactly how you feel, I just lost a relationship for being too intense, I'm 60 and it doesn't go away

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

I'm sure many people can relate to your experience. Making friends as an emotionally intense person can indeed be a unique challenge. It's not uncommon to feel misunderstood or like you're too much to handle, but remember, there are people out there who appreciate emotional intensity. And you do not need a lot of them or the whole world to like/ accept you. you just need to build out your own inner circle. It might take time, but the right connections are worth the wait. Feeling like your feelings aren't reciprocated equally can be tough. Don't give up, and keep seeking those who value and resonate with your emotional depth. 🤗❤️

[@legalfictionnaturalfact3969]

What I call the societal lattice effect keeps us peeps at arms length.

[@vidamariaixchel4962]

@@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching People don’t like others who are emotionally intense: they despise them. Most people are shallow and braindead, so how could anyone ever SEE your depth, let alone appreciate it. As a sensitive person you have to go for it alone. As no one can mirror you!

[@Existentialcris1s]

I have never felt more validated in my entire life

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

Thank you for saying that!!! It makes me feel glad and blessed that it reached you

[@TigerDNF]

This is a blessing, trying to explain everything to my doctors and lawyers, this is spot on everything thing I have been trying to tell them. I get so drained I can’t barely talk because of the over questioning and ignorance. God Bless you. I also have MCS badly from toxic poisoning, so I’m a walking target if I don’t protect myself and stay isolated a lot. I want to try to print out everything you said but it’s too hard to write it all. I sent you an email and posted on your Facebook. I feel so giddy with joy ,I’m working on a documentary about my journey and others ,I still have a lot of physical healing from the injuries and brain trauma, but watching this and basically if this could be in written form to give to my lawyers, it would be sent but i have been procrastinating so long because it siphons all of my energy to explain and then I get the anxiety of the ignorance and lack of knowledge one might have which then would lead me to go down quickly. Your a Blessing and this video was what I prayed for last night. God is so Good ❤

[@MeganS1995]

Thank you for reminding us of our worth!

[@CHSN-1]

Wow this described me. Pretty sure this is what a "chosen one" is... Anybody that knows about it your reply is welcomed

[@MatanatIsayeva-ic3lq]

I am hsp attended ahayuasca ceremony and i felt like a shaman and did see and feel like one

[@whynot1548]

I definitely qualify for about 80 percent of this. I grew up in a very Christian environment and this unfortunately turned me into an undisciplined, erratic, lonely, and often self destructive individual. I left organized religion a number of years ago, and while I am exploring more and more---the damage from my early years has certainly taken its toll. My angst for true purpose and connection is still unsatisfied. And while I'm actively looking for signs and opportunities, while working, it sometimes feels like I'm being toyed with by some invisible sadist; feeding off my quest for peace and purpose and true connection. To say I am sexually frustrated would be a criminal understatement. As would many other forms of angst and anxiety. If I were brought up in a more eastern format or at least a more mindful one, things may have been less chaotic. As it is, I'm glad I've acknowledged these things about myself.....but solving them seems a farcry.

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

Thank you for sharing 💙

[@April-dt8pp]

I feel like I relate to this....and have actually wondered if I may have some form of mental illness....have been told by my love that I'm too intense. I do overthink nearly everything and I'm always deeply hurt when my romantic partner doesn't automatically feel the same about me on every level that I feel about him. It's hard for me to understand that if I love him so much that he may have a less intense love for me in return. I have always felt that I might not ever really fit in in this world. I always feel lonely and alone in life and I do suffer from depression, feeling like the world would be a better place without me....thanks for the info. I'm glad I'm not the only one

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

Yes you are not the only one.!

[@nancybartley4610]

Do certain personality types tend towards the sensitive type of person you describe? I am an INFJ and experience so much of what you describe.

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

Yes I would think so! They do correlate. But I don’t have any official stat to back up what is anecdotal to me :)

[@etherealmoonlight67]

I am extremly emotional and intense empethetic individual

[@MeenaKJI8751]

I'm highly sensitive, emotional and empathetic person......

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

Welcome 🤗

[@시린-d4i]

Correct if I am wrong but doesn’t neurodivergent mean autistic ? 😅 it’s just I don’t have autism but I am highly sensitive and relate to most of that’s being said 5:51

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

The definition has been broadened . In my belief (not as a clinical judgement) it includes giftedness. But it’s meaningless philosophically to draw a hard line between neurotypical and neurodivergent, as if we were to truly celebrate all forms of diversity, then everyone is ‘divergent’ in their own way. For the sake of discussion though, we still need these terms, albeit imperfectly used

[@Mysterioussince1985]

Have we met? 😮😅❤

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

Isnt it amazing that we can now 'meet' over the internet and even have a sense of community. That's one good thing about the internet.

[@Mysterioussince1985]

@@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching It's fantastic. When I listened to the video, I couldn't believe how someone could describe me without knowing me. It's a great feeling to know that you're not the only person who is and feels this way. Over the past few years, I've often asked where the others like me are, but in my professional and personal environment, there's no one like that. This gave me a strange 'unicorn feeling' because you naturally get the reflection, 'You are very different from us'. Sometimes it's not meant in a bad way, but in silence, most probably think that you're just 'too much'.

[@tmcdonuts]

Yes. ❤❤❤

[@sukhkaur9440]

Yes we are a minority

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

Indeed 🫂

[@zzzi222]

“And person” what in case a cat is watching this?

[@ascensionpowersofchrist2433]

It will happen when Christ comes.

[@whynot1548]

Meaningless Evangelicalism..

[@vidamariaixchel4962]

Far too sensitive to listen to AI voice overs. 🤮 Unsubbed. 1:27

[@ImiatEggshellTherapyCoaching]

Point taken. Will try to re do this one!