Highly Sensitive Person: STOP TRYING TO FIT IN

[@linlowe142]

I have always said that I'm an Alien. I seem to feel more than others and that's been difficult. It's great to find you. Thank you x

[@anniepaquette]

Great having you here 💗🤗💗 Feeling like an alien...that's the first sentence of my video with the thumbnail: I DON'T FIT IN. 😉

[@14gardener]

Just hearing you say that being hsp is harder gives me validation. Thank you.

[@anniepaquette]

You are very welcome. Glad you're here. 🪷 💚🪷

[@aquarius1986]

I’m struggling with this too. When I was younger I thought life would magically get better, I would find the right relationship and people and everything would just work out. Now I’m almost 40 and it’s been 25 years of pain, never fitting anywhere, no relationships working out, emotional instability, depression and anxiety…I’ve worked a lot on myself and recently found I was still not able to have a regular job due to the overwhelm/sensory overload etc. I felt like such a failure quitting after only 3 days because I couldn’t take it at all. I feel like I just can’t “do life” like neurotypical people. I’m so lonely and it can cause bitterness. Then I feel I only have myself to blame, maybe I’m really awful, maybe I do have all these “serious problems” and will never be a well functioning adult. I feel like we need to set up an intentional community for HSPs, this world is too hard and everyone else calls us weak/fragile/mentally ill when we are wired differently. Thank you for the validation, Annie, I love your videos and you’re such a healing and soothing presence 💖💓💖💓

[@anniepaquette]

You are right on the money with everything you say. I know how you feel, your inner story is a lot like mine. Except that I'm nearly 60 and still believe in magic -- life about to get better, I know it is! We have to let go of feeling like failures, and we ARE deeply functioning adults, just not in the eyes of this society's standards. And yes, my goal is to create one of these communities, starting with this channel and my upcoming book. 💗🤗💗 Glad you're here.

[@aquarius1986]

@@anniepaquette Yay! I want to see what you do with the book and communities. I'm sure you are drawing in some lovely people here. Always looking forward to your videos! I flip flop between hopeful and depressed right now. Maybe I'm afraid of getting my hopes up again due to so much disappointment. 😐 Right now I'm getting my creativity going again and just focusing on what I can do, not expecting life to give me something.

[@anniepaquette]

@@aquarius1986 Check out the community tab on my channel. I have some exciting news!!!

[@anniepaquette]

@@aquarius1986 HI! The book is officially launching THIS SUNDAY, September 15th! I'm hoping to do a LIVE broadcast on the channel (my first, I still need to look into it!) If you're interested in getting the book, I'd love it if you purchased it on the 15th. I'm hoping to send a message to Amazon that something is happening with this book :) I hope to read you soon!

[@sandella11]

I don’t think I’ve ever been ‘like others’. Born with too much empathy. Empaths seem to care too much and want to try to rescue/help/save others. I’m going to be 77 yrs old in a few months. Feeling burnt out. Don’t know why I’m still here. Also love my solitude and my space. Too much I think. Love non humans, music, nature and peace. Don’t laugh often but when I do laugh it’s because as an only child I had to learn to amuse myself. Make myself smile. The imaginary friends are long gone…but I am very funny at times. I’m hilarious at times. M cats don’t get it either..but they look at me…weirdly…and I laugh harder. Feels good to laugh. So glad I never remarried. Been single for 55 yrs. But not lonely. I think I like who I am, despite being financially drained now, being older, having some auto immune issues….and I still manage to get up out of bed every day. Doing the best I’m able right now. I think ‘normal’ is just a perception. I look around this world and see some very bat shit crazy adult humans. Some are fanatically religious/political leaders….some are rich celebrities…some are even addicted to sex, drugs and/or alcohol…..and that’s spooky. But…it’s just my HSP perception. Thanks Annie. Love ya. ❤️❤️❤️

[@anniepaquette]

Laughter is wonderful. I make myself laugh all the time 😊 I think I'm pretty funny too😂

[@Danika_Nadzan]

So much of this sounds familiar, @sandella11, thanks for sharing. I'm not too far behind you at 65, and it helps to know we're not alone in our perspective on things.

[@anniepaquette]

@@Danika_Nadzan Turning 60 next month 🐓

[@Danika_Nadzan]

@@anniepaquette Happy early Birthday, Annie! I'm a December baby myself...😁

[@juliedaviespugh1555]

@@anniepaquetteHappy Belated Birthday 😘💜💖💙

[@noturbo]

normal is a cycle on a washing machine?

[@Lina-cy2yc]

haha, exactly! way overrated term nowadays

[@larayarrington4794]

Thank God I found your channel Annie! Just a few weeks ago I felt like giving up, leaving this world as I find life so painful to bare. Thank you.

[@anniepaquette]

I totally get it. I've been there a few times myself. Glad you're here and I appreciate you sharing. 💗🤗💗

[@eileenreed5642]

Don't give in to live were dofferent

[@paulahenderson8865]

I am sooo happy I found your channel, you explain how I feel exactly, I am not alone after all! Thank you!

[@anniepaquette]

Definitely not alone. What a relief, right? Welcome! 💗🤗💗

[@lesleyM84]

In just about every other thing that is a thing, being unique, being rare and one-of-a-kind, is BETTER!! More Valuable! More sought after! More prized! Normality can be so stifling.. And just who is even remotely interested in fitting in, in this crap reality?? R u kidding me?!! No thanks!! Great video ☺️ encouraging and a great reminder to lean into what makes us rare and special.. being acutely sensitive is truly a superpower.. just need to be protective of our sweet selves and maintain boundaries to ensure we can always delight in our days and love our special ways❣️🕊️❣️🕊️🥰🥰

[@anniepaquette]

Well said! Thanks for that.💗

[@lesleyM84]

@@anniepaquette 😁😁👍🏼🕊️🕊️

[@crystaldance5731]

Thankyou lovely Annie life is hard when you’re an hsp and people don’t get you and you feel different ❤️😊👍🏻

[@anniepaquette]

You're so welcome Crystal Dance 💃 😉 Really glad you're here.💗🤗💗

[@eileenreed5642]

I agree normal what is normal? ❤

[@eileenreed5642]

I stay and live alone with my cats I don't feel I fit it

[@catherinekittykat]

❤❤❤❤ Thank you!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@anniepaquette]

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[@Yazz2014]

Merci Annie, j’avais un grand besoin de ces encouragements. Ta vidéo est apparu comme par enchantement à un moment de tristesse causer par un sentiment d’infériorité.

[@anniepaquette]

💗🤗💗 Heureuse t'avoir été là pour toi. 🙏 Quand la vie est dure, c'est un baume de recevoir un peu de magie.✨✨✨

[@bumblebee_ms]

As an HSP and dyslexic, I felt less than for most of my life.

[@anniepaquette]

I'm sure you did 💗🤗💗 You got hit on two front. Not easy. I have a video with the thumbnail: HSP, the new dyslexia (!)

[@bumblebee_ms]

@@anniepaquette No my dear, I am dyslexic.

[@anniepaquette]

@@bumblebee_ms Yes, I understood that. You are both HSP and dyslexic. Not easy.

[@bumblebee_ms]

@@anniepaquette No ma'am, not easy at all. Thanx ❤

[@nicolemerritt8419]

Oh my gosh! Thank you so much! This was a game changer for me!

[@anniepaquette]

Awww, Nicole, that's so good to hear. Thanks.💗🤗💗

[@lalithakrishnamurthy9663]

People and family thinks Iam toxic and not cooperating and adjusting to others agenda of go along to get along as I feel uncomfortable in many of the people related gathering and I feel alone as Iam also an introvert

[@catherinehale5640]

Keep being true to yourself

[@colinjohnrudd]

It is difficult, I am similarly regarded by others. A "toxic, uncooperative introvert" and I dwell in loneliness!

[@anniepaquette]

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[@anniepaquette]

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[@anniepaquette]

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[@kayemcnab8045]

Brilliant video Annie and I absolutely agree with you!❤😊

[@anniepaquette]

Thanks so much! I'm pretty happy with the ideas in it, glad you think so too.

[@jessesprinkle]

I like this young lady. I think she's great! Thanks for sharing.

[@anniepaquette]

Thanks Jesse! (xtra thanks for the "young lady" part 😉)

[@jessesprinkle]

I try to enjoy life! HAHAHA. But seriously... I really do appreciate your message and how you deliver it. Hoping that it helps encourage many people.

[@marielouisemulder4647]

God did not make any mistake....you are wanted and unique and loved❤❤❤

[@anniepaquette]

Yes.

[@Teaandhoney38]

I love your videos thank u

[@anniepaquette]

Thanks! It means a lot to me to hear it. 💚

[@kimdavid4979]

Beautifully said, thank you ❤

[@anniepaquette]

Hey Kim! Thanks for the love 💗 🌸 💗

[@LeslieJohnsArtist]

Thank you..

[@anniepaquette]

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[@mylovemachine]

You are fantastic

[@anniepaquette]

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[@lalithakrishnamurthy9663]

My reaction to life situations is called abnormal by my family and new people I meet say this most of the time “there is something about you…I don’t know what it is “ commments .I might need breathing after every new contact with people and what they talk when Iam with them .I need to process which takes a couple w days atl least and now Iam thinking may I have mental issues like anxiety anddiscontent over everything and everyone

[@websurfer5772]

Try to let it all go. This channel is helpful for learning how to do that. 🏵

[@anniepaquette]

💗🤗💗

[@Rafaela5421-w6d]

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[@amn8827]

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[@anniepaquette]

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[@larryboysen5911]

I know my interests and life style have not been "average" since I "arrived" as part of this earth life!

[@anniepaquette]

Yup! I can definitely relate.

[@larryboysen5911]

@@anniepaquette Thank you, Annie, for your spiritual thoughts! In reality "normal" is giving up your unique role in the human race!

[@websurfer5772]

This is good advice you're giving us. Thank you. I love those sounds you played from the wild lands around you. Were they dingos or something?

[@anniepaquette]

Coyotes! I love them 🥰

[@websurfer5772]

@@anniepaquette I never heard them like that before. I love them too.

[@BettinaKeck-i1m]

May I ask you to tell us which profession you feel/felt good in while working there? Which jobs are appropriate for HSPs? That would be of great help for a lot of people, including myself. Thank you so much!

[@anniepaquette]

I agree it would really help. I plan on making a video about it. 💗🤗💗

[@anielyantra1]

I used to be a very sensitive person or what you call HSP. Don't get me wrong I still sense things like I used to. I just don't react or allow stimulus to influence me as much. How did I do it?......increased my B1 intake.

[@IndiBex86]

This is super interesting. If I may ask, how long did it take for you to feel like you were experiencing less sensitivity?

[@anniepaquette]

In my case, I can't say I am less sensitive, but by understanding my "vehicle", how I am designed, I am kinder towards myself and am able to give myself more of what I need, with less guilt about it. Even with some love.

[@Lizet-tu9px]

What is normal? In old times they threw people to lions and considered it normal Normal is what is considered normal at this moment but maybe in the future can be different

[@anniepaquette]

Yup. Normal is not fixed, which is why it makes sense to look at it as meaning "majority" and "average".

[@doctork1708]

Most human beings (99.999%) are average at best in every way. The rest may be above average at one thing but average for everything else. Why are you shaming average.

[@anniepaquette]

Fair point. My goal is to release the shame for all of us who feel like something's wrong with us because we're not like the majority. I would also wager that 99.99% of all people have felt shamed for something that is different about them. But you are right, no shame in any of it.

[@dianahochhausen1005]

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[@anniepaquette]

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[@marjorielutzke6398]

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[@Teaandhoney38]

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[@anniepaquette]

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