8 Surprising Traits of Highly Sensitive People

"Highly sensitive person", or HSP for short, is a term coined by Dr. Aron for those who are thought to have an increased central nervous system sensitivity to process subtleties and details that most miss when it comes to physical, emotional, or social stimuli. these people are often more perceptive, empathetic, self-aware, and intuitive.
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Studies have estimated that 15-20 percent of the population is highly sensitive, however, many people do not fully understand what it means to be an HSP, let alone knowing if they are one of them. So, we've made this video to help you identify the traits highly sensitive people have!
If you relate to this video and think you may be an HSP, we've also made a video on the struggles HSPs can relate to. Here's the link: • 13 Problems Only Highl...
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Aron, E. (2020). FAQ: You talk about DOES as a good way to summarize all the aspects of high sensitivity: Depth of processing, overstimulation, emotional responsivity/empathy, and sensitive to subtleties. But what is the evidence that these actually exist? - The Highly Sensitive Person. Hsperson.com. Retrieved 27 July 2020, from www.hsperson.com/faq/evidence-for-does/.
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Scott, E. (2020). Highly Sensitive Person Traits That Create More Stress. Verywell Mind. Retrieved 27 July 2020, from www.verywellmind.com/highly-sensitive-persons-traits-that-create-more-stress-4126393.
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[@Psych2go]

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hi

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thank you

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ARABIC ^_^

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Français s'il vous plaît 🇫🇷 ❤️

[@happysmile9]

Also greek, please!.. Thanks once again for the video!.. 😊❤️

[@itsliz2004]

The only downside of being HSP is that when you try not to cry in front of people but you end up crying...☹️🥺

[@jackiegaffney6489]

I understand this so much

[@tny4619]

I hate crying in front of people I don't really like talking about my problems

[@theblackowl555]

Yeah. I get that...

[@TemTelevision]

I get that, but for me the trigger is when people point it out. Like I’m already barely holding it together right before hand, but I’m still keeping the tears back. But the second someone goes “are you crying???” The dam breaks and I’m just sobbing. Another problem is when I like go to like calm down by myself and jazz, as soon as someone comes in to check on me, yuh oh, here we go again

[@taylorswiftsbloodytampon]

I relate to this so much and I’m a shy person and doesn’t like attention

[@CynthiaCho]

When you realise that all of these traits are parts of your personality 😩

[@jugghuggh4846]

Wamen

[@screwliftstudios5780]

I can smell the quirkiness

[@imtiredofnonsensecomments2973]

When ,,YOU" realise that all of these traits are parts of ,,MY" personality... Where ist the sense? OK? Im realising that these traits are parts of your personality?

[@melanietoliver3344]

Nobody cares you just want likes.

[@stanloonafools4261]

Melanie Toliver you don’t need to be rude 😕

[@gmailaccount8304]

Getting overwhelmed easy is the hardest part about being HSP

[@Huathemulgogi]

@Brooke Testi that’s why i honestly prefer homeschooling over normal school, because there’s just so much going on and it’s so loud and noisy. When i have school, i have to talk to my therapist often two times a week, being at home like this made me only talk to her every or every second week because i didn’t have to It’s just sad knowing i’ll probably can’t do this when i start working...

[@bloodstainedramparts6631]

@@Huathemulgogi omg same

[@mememan4705]

Men hsp's are VERY often told some of these things: "You are soft like all girls" "Why are you such coward?" "Man up" Now you see how hard is it for men

[@josie5165]

Guys get picked on way too much these days, I feel for you. If anything it’s brave to face your inner emotions when you’re told to ignore them

[@aaronk8179]

I have way too many emotional barriers set up because of what people have said to me. It sucks being a male hsp especially when you want to cry but all your subconscious stop you

[@starry_yoongs4999]

:(( yeah I've heard of these things and it's so toxic. Hopefully in the future it won't be that way :(

[@alaizamorcilla8650]

@M Bailey i think it's really hard

[@istoleyourjams270]

Well it's hard for both genders, alltough it makes me sick when people tell a male that they're acting like a "GirL" cause they're not MANLY and cause they actually show emotions

[@Dam_Pjo_Lover]

This is how I am,but my parents don’t understand and call me a crybaby,or ruin fun things cause I’m scared

[@user-rm7zc7ed9c]

Same I’m all of these

[@precioussketches1008]

Same 😢😥 They never understand

[@Equa11ysurl]

Same.

[@foressekeeshjaramillo4783]

Just half of this for me.

[@CinaGD]

My dad gets angry at me for crying Ugh I hate him

[@piedondon8726]

Can we just appreciate that they post often? Most youtubers only post once a week!

[@mifo424]

Ikr! I'm glad they posted this because I actually found out I have all these traits. Guess I'm a HSP. :D Edit: Bruh I just realized I know you lol

[@Khushi-ve3bx]

I KNOW RIGHT it's practically what's keeping me alive in quarantine

[@ivylee5490]

@Pie Dondon PIE DONDON? I DIDN’T THINK I WOULD FIND YOU HERE WHAT-

[@thisisepic3052]

And their information is so useful!! :D

[@drali230]

KSI wants to know your location 😂

[@sarahmai1938]

“Do you struggle to hide your true emotions” Me: *laughs nervously* ~flashback to all the times I’ve cried in class~ Me: “nOpE.”

[@brinsley4599]

I love you 🤗

[@sarahmai1938]

@sanchu awwww thx❤️

[@stevethomas9320]

You mean to tell me people can actually hide their emotions??

[@sarahmai1938]

Either that or my friends have never been sad a day in their life

[@octopiguy121]

I understand that

[@lunarkitsune2552]

I’m HSP and my mom tells me to hurry up at picking something. And I never been to parties except for dances but even then I didn’t want to go. And I notice the changes in my friends.

[@zaranaeem6983]

ckjiehfihefheuhf sameeeee like since i am always processing every small thing it takes me a longer time to do things like that and i am always called stupid, crazy or slow and scolded..........it has become part of daily life now.

[@alaizamorcilla8650]

I don't like parties, i don't enjoy parties, if im at parties with family i just want to get out the building and if it's outside i just want to leave where i can't hear noises.

[@hime1896]

To summarize the video: 1.) They notice subtle details that others miss 2.) They take more time in decision making 3.) They can be easily overwhelmed 4.) They need more downtime than others 5.) They are more self-ware than most 6.) They experience emotions on a deeper level 7.) They are their worst critics 8.) They tend to avoid violent media

[@speedykid3485]

*OH COMMON* we know your just doing it for the likes

[@honeychan722]

7.) also, if zoomed in a bit closer, called depression qwq

[@rav_enxx]

woah, how surprising! lmao

[@ashleyspratlin1811]

Being highly sensitive is a blessing when you find someone willing to give you the time and care you need. I'm the luckiest person in the world to have my husband, because he doesn't find me odd for sometimes needing to ask him to spend a few minutes telling me that he loves me and wants me. Don't feel self-conscious because you need to be reassured... remind yourself you are _worthy_ of reassurance.

[@cherylp.3347]

Sadly, I married the opposite. 😞 He ‘s very shallow, notices nothing, and focuses on himself. He doesn’t get me and I feel lonely and neglected every day. None of my family get me either and my sister made fun of me like I was slow and simple minded because I took too long ( more than 10 seconds) to decide what to do for the day on holiday. My mom stood there and laughed along with her while she abused me. 😢 often, while still working out an answer to a question people have already made decisions about something and moved on. I’m often considered too quiet but they never give me a chance to speak. Often in a group setting people would come over to talk to me or ask a question and my husband would rush over, push in and answer for me or try to get the group’s attention focused on him, even if it was just a trivial thing he’d done ( and I’d made a great accomplishment by comparison. ) It was like he couldn’t stand the praise, or attention I was receiving.

[@susangrande8142]

I’d like to add a trait or two to this: I’m an HSP, and I’m 61, so I’ve had a lot of experience with it: people, like your parents and friends, may not understand your sensitivity, and may ridicule you for it (my mother thought it was a weakness, and tried to bully me out of it. It didn’t work. I only shut down for a number of years.) Your sensitivity is a gift from God, so respect it and use it well! It CAN be easy for you to make SOME snap decisions, because you get an intuitive “hit” that this or that is the right choice to make. Also, friends can lean on you as a sympathetic ear. Just don’t let them wear you down too much. Remember, there are such things as energy vampires, who will take advantage of you if you let them (they’re not your friends!).

[@cherylp.3347]

Exactly! Well-said! Spot on. I’ve experienced these things as well. It IS a God-given gift. These people are special! Unfortunately, the world treats them like trash a lot of times. Don’t become hardened, use it to spread love and to care for others!

[@candacewilson7016]

@@cherylp.3347, thank you for sharing this! I completely agree, it is a God given gift and I'm doing my best to use these gifts adequately, in a positive way to help spread love and compassion to others. You are right though, this world can be so cruel and unaccepting of people like us, but I'm trying to love and accept myself anyway, in spite of being so misunderstood.

[@KeiichiMaebara-fu9cl]

But how can it be a blessing while I suffer from it right now?

[@susangrande8142]

@@KeiichiMaebara-fu9cl one thing that may help is to think about what exactly of your sensitivity makes you feel like you’re suffering. What leads you to suffer? Then, you can probably change the circumstances somehow. Just a thought. I have no idea what your life is like, so I’m broadly guessing.

[@KeiichiMaebara-fu9cl]

@@susangrande8142 Thank you very much,I really appreciate it It makes me feel like I'm different from others and challenging to me to socialize with them Some people when they joke with me or say some awful things,I can't quit thinking about it,I feel like if I was'nt that sensitive I would be much better Do you get it?

[@basham1107]

My parents always tell me, “Stop crying.” “There isn’t anything to cry about.” “Why are you crying??” “That isn’t a good reason to cry.” “What, you’re gonna cry again?” “You can’t cry all the time.”

[@doodlesyayyay2378]

Same for me except it was at school-

[@soul-eater_pengu]

Yes yes yes yes just yes

[@blutigesgestein9187]

“It is okay to cry, but you have to move on.“ It's my favourite quote from the Anime 'One Piece'. Shanks said it, after Whitebeard and Ace passed awaya and their remaining family members where devestated and momentarly did not know how to continue their life.

[@syahirahabdullah3210]

God nooo 😭 #EmotionalAbuse

[@ah2407]

highly sensitive people me: *whom has summoned the ancient one*

[@omokaede]

*who has summoned me*

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Lmao 😆 kzbin.info/www/bejne/q56lo3x6aJh0paM

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who* (if you're using whom, use it right)

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@@omokaede who*

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@Selene Brewer oh thanks I’ll change it

[@hutao9661]

I love the lil plant on the character's head ♡︎

[@piedondon8726]

I wrote this too so I agree

[@hutao9661]

@@piedondon8726 Oh sorry i didnt mean to copy you, I can delete it if u want

[@hutao9661]

@@piedondon8726 Lmao its like we have the same mind

[@greatwavefan397]

_"H E L L O"_ - Sprout, Brawl Stars

[@Shrek_Now_go_away]

Oh hello there

[@didiforonda3846]

Oh my aside from being an introverted and highly empathetic i have all these 8.

[@Psych2go]

How do you feel about that? Would you trade any of those qualities?

[@creka2897]

I think all of that plays together. All of this relates to me aswell

[@didiforonda3846]

@@Psych2go it has its pros and cons but because I am very aware of myself, somehow I am able to control most of those traits I possess. If I dont do that consciously I end up very exhausted because I absorb a lot of negative energy around me. Meditation is one of the things I do to empty myself from those energies. I am an artist so painting is another way to keep my balance. Staying away from toxic people is another and going with calm people instead helped. Being vegan ( assured me I dont help kill animals) and No tv for almost 20 years helped me focus on the things that gives me joy. But I like those traits of mine as it makes me a better human and artist in my opinion. 😊

[@angelrogo]

​@@Psych2goI can tell it is extremely painful.

[@Astro.98]

I literally get shit from everyone from every angle because I’m like this. I’m always written off because they say “you’re so sensitive” or they just say man up. It’s amazing that being conscious of your feelings is almost always viewed as being “weak”.

[@eileencastillo6323]

Excuse me Joshua, but screw them. It may be difficult especially for a man but that is societie's big flaw for denying men this part of themselves. You have nothing to apologize for being who you are. It's their problem not yours. These are character traits NOT character flaws. Remember that.

[@Astro.98]

Eileen Castillo thanks Eileen, yeah I don’t ever apologize I just try to show them their ignorance but you can’t help stupid. I’m proud to be in tune with my emotions.

[@eileencastillo6323]

@@Astro.98 Awesome. Glad to hear it.

[@korratheaustralianshepherd5804]

it's a western society thing

[@xoxo-gossipgirl8744]

*8 Surprising Traits of Highly Sensitive People:* *1.* They notice subtle details that others miss 0:47 *2.* They take more time in decision making 1:09 *3.* They can be easily overwhelmed 1:37 *4.* They need more downtime than others 2:03 *5.* They are more self-aware than most 2:27 *6.* They experience emotions on a deeper level 2:48 *7.* They are their worst critics 3:09 *8.* They tend to avoid violent media 3:40 thanks for the video! 💛

[@cakelovers3905]

Thx! 😊

[@AutomaticDuck300]

Everything except decision making, being my own worst critic, and violent media

[@fprad17]

As a HSP, I relate to all of this. I learned to set boundaries so I can settle down my emotions and learn how to process them. It is crucial for me to have full control to avoid being overwhelmed and become anxious. I am very receptive to changes in vibrations and I seek alone time quite often.

[@bubuik]

Hey I am an Hsp too. You seem very self aware. I wanted to ask you how to let those things go which are not really important or matter but it causes uncomfortable feelings because you are a Hsp.

[@camiocon7364]

As an INFJ-T, I relate to all of this everyday of my life fr

[@ifrahjama2215]

Sameee

[@keeperofthenerd6694]

Same

[@edenchurch3901]

Omg same!!!

[@miovvv]

same but i'm an infp-t

[@josie5165]

Yes! Preach!

[@hihii1956]

“Does it take you longer to make decisions?” Me: me and my best friend are the most indecisive people I know..

[@amberb.6395]

Me too. I once took 20 minutes just to pick out $1 candy at Walmart. I ended up getting two or three lol

[@monabohamad2242]

I'm probably kinda of a bit indecisive too cuz as an example when going to a restaurant with my Parents and maybe also with some of my younger sisters I may often if not ALWAYS have trouble deciding what the heck do I wanna choose to eat

[@amberb.6395]

Mona Bohamad2 me too. This is exactly why I always get the same thing every single time I go somewhere. That way I don’t have to decide because I already know I like it lol

[@stormdash2092]

Amber B. Omg yessss 😭😭

[@hihii1956]

Mona Bohamad2 me too lol. We drive my mom crazy crazy because we won’t tell her what we want and will just go back and forth for like fifteen minutes telling the other to choose. For example: last week it was what chip flavor we wanted, we went with plain.

[@bipbeedippy3954]

Problems with being and HSP: S1 E1- Being Indecisive My mom: "So do you want the light blue jeans or the dark blue jeans? Just pick a color!" Me: "But what if I make the other one sad?" Mom: "You can't make a pair of jeans feel sad." Me: **crying** "Not the jeans, the _color!"_

[@fujiruuu_4780]

Ahhh,,, same dude, one time i was about to sleep, and i just sit up and looked at my stuff animals and placed them in an order, and my mom was like "what are you doing?" and i said "putting them in an order where i can hug them all equally, so that they wont feel said"

[@fujiruuu_4780]

Sad*

[@ezpub6755]

Oh my .. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q56lo3x6aJh0paM

[@jilliansfavoritepencil4104]

@@fujiruuu_4780 Omg yes I still have a feel for stuffed animals...im 14...

[@laegathaaudrey]

i do that to my plushies too. i put my plushies on my bed on my right side (because i sleep on my right side) and hug one with me so they can all be with me and feel equally loved

[@casriaAmarel]

I need these for sure, since I want to accurately write an HSP

[@Adriana.Gabriela]

To write an HSP?

[@piedondon8726]

_The problem is, idk what's a HSP is-_

[@casriaAmarel]

@@Adriana.Gabriela Oh, I'm a writer, one of my characters is an HSP

[@casriaAmarel]

@@piedondon8726 Well, It's just when someone's senses and feelings are heightened compared to the average person.

[@queanhnguyen8338]

Quite a task, I'd imagine, since I could barely understand myself as an HSP. Anyway, best of luck!

[@diegoh5574]

I think I’m an hsp. I get overwhelmed whenever I hear my dad yelling, even when it’s not at me. There’s just so many emotions in my brain when this happens and I’ve started doing self harm as a coping method. It’s feels very relieving

[@Sans-nx4cx]

I understand it's relieving but you are hurting yourself. It's maladaptive. You need to look for another way to vent like drawing, listening to music, or running. Hope you are better now, I used to self harm as well.

[@diegoh5574]

@@Sans-nx4cx oh! i don't remember making this comment, or even watching this video. thanks for your thoughtful reply! I'm all good though , I stopped doing that years ago. I'm in a much healthier place. thanks for caring!

[@Sans-nx4cx]

@@diegoh5574 of course 😊 im very glad to hear you're doing better ❤️

[@skiddoodle7935]

I love this art style so much.. ;_;

[@taraking3207]

The dancing at the end is the cutest thing I've ever seen

[@Psych2go]

That's great to hear. What do you like most about this style compared to the others?

[@Psych2go]

Favour needed! We recently released a video about borderline personality disorder. We hope to produce more awareness on the topic. Could you guys help share it? Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIKTeqKGg52MqNU If you did let us know so we can thank you!

[@blookysugar7592]

Hello!

[@anotherperson7362]

I did share it!

[@OllsOliver]

I'll send this to some of my friends :D

[@blookysugar7592]

Aria K I have 2 and I just told her I like her today. I got friend zoned, but she said she'll still be my friend :)

[@evangelinechevonna5118]

Nice video as always !

[@Miikhiel]

Some things I wanna share as a (possible) HSP: 1) Growing up, you have had to learn to suppress your feelings and internalize a lot of your emotions to yourself because few bothered to understand, appreciate, or respect your feelings. 2) You might rely more on your logic *despite* how you feel and perhaps, more specifically, as a coping mechanism/defending yourself from your emotional self. 3) You loathe blither. Pointless, mundane conservations (especially from sources you may not care for) may drive you away or mad (if you can’t escape). 4) You might be a wordy/long winded because you don’t want to be misunderstood- because you are constantly misunderstood. 5) You may be quite guarded as an adult, especially if you had unreliable friends or family that couldn’t empathize or accept your feelings. 6) You have bouts where you suddenly (for no reason) don’t have any desire to communicate with another or hang out. Or you may dread doing so. You may even go long periods of time without having much desire to reach out to said person because they may feel like a drain. 7) Growing up, you may have been a pacifist or at least hated violence and getting hurt. You also loathed hurting others. 8) You may not cry like a normal person does. While some HSP will burst into tears at the slightest thing, there are the opposite of us who I think are great at internalizing our emotions to the point where they rarely surface.

[@shikhasuman871]

I have all of these. Thank you for writing this. Especially the 8th one, this part is so true to me that at first I didn't believe that I could be an HSP even though I had all the other traits.

[@suneaunsbjerg-ruden5281]

This is a great comment, I can relate to the 3rd and 8th one. Despite all the challenges, it is a gift to be a HSP Have a nice day:)

[@0bby14]

I have never related to a comment more than this one

[@ursobeautiful3980]

You summed up my life 😭

[@REBUILDANDRESTORE]

yes I'm Highly Sensitive, Perfectionist, Emotional, Intellectual...sometimes it's terrible to live in this world

[@mayahoyer7172]

I feel you, stay strong I‘m everything you‘ve described added being (socially) anxious and having panic attacks

[@ursobeautiful3980]

@@mayahoyer7172 omg samee

[@latinalopez2385]

Yep! This is 💯💯 accurate. I am HS, when my therapist 1st said this to me, it took me 2 weeks to process and understand. I did not know if it was okay to feel offended or if I was being a "crybaby". It feels great to watch and see content on mental health. I feel normal on this channel. Thanks so much for explaining HSP as positive and gentle as you could. Dont be embarrassed people. Embrace it to help others understand you.

[@hutao9661]

1. They notice subtle details that others miss 0:46 2. They take more time in decision making 1:08 3. They can be easily overwhelmed 1:36 4. They need more downtime than others 2:02 5. They are more self-aware than most 2:26 6. They experience emotions on a deeper level 2:46 7. They are their worst critics 3:09 8. They tend to avoid violent media 3:36 And for the haters: it's better to be highly sensitive than insensitive like u Also hello Pie Dondon

[@DreadPirateElla]

Bro why are there 8 points and 5 of them are blank

[@hutao9661]

@@DreadPirateElla it aint done yet bro

[@ChewyGraal]

Ella Nutella Theyre writing them as they watch the video

[@k1k1l4nd]

@@DreadPirateElla bro they're still watching the video give them time

[@DreadPirateElla]

@@hutao9661 oh sorry bro my bad

[@jacinthlilly3148]

When you can't get angry or passionate about something without tearing up or crying

[@inbasicterms-popculturevid1704]

I despise my own hypersensitiveness, which requires so much reassurance. It is certainly abnormal to crave so much to be loved and understood.

[@pepsusser]

I honestly dont like it, i think i might be a hsp but its causing me problems. Im trying to be less sensitive

[@Fxye_]

That hit me so hard. Its hard to accept the way I am because i've always felt I always need affection and love. I don't wanna be desperate.

[@amberb.6395]

I agree. I can’t stand confrontation. It makes me beyond anxious. I just have to move away or I’ll start crying. It’s bad. Especially with crying at everything. People have always told me that I shouldn’t be crying. My own sister said this to me when she was told about this at work. I’ve told my family multiple times I can’t help it. I’ve gotten better at holding back my tears just so people will stop being upset at me crying at everything, telling me it’s unprofessional, and calling me a crybaby. It’s difficult for sure

[@notavailable708]

I highly recommend all highly sensitive people to read about spiritual psychology ♥️🤗

[@r_st5196]

Thanks!

[@varianzero7469]

These videos and the little character things make my day. :)

[@Psych2go]

We have a plush in the future!

[@soul-eater_pengu]

Lol cool

[@bibule]

I’m an hsp and I just feel like the world isn’t made for us

[@kprock9243]

Being hsp is a blessing, living each moment deeply with raw emotions is what life is all about. And the way soul transforms over the course of time is the biggest gift one can ever hope for, true meaning of true selfless love only hsp can understand.

[@pranavSharma-lm3mw]

Hsp: they take more time on decision making Me (an extreme overthinker+ hsp):

[@minutaetae1223]

Oh Yes so meeeee

[@sadiakamran8701]

oof

[@samaramcdonald5111]

So mee

[@sophiaramirez5625]

I’ve always had a feeling I was highly sensitive, my closet friend has pointed out the possibility but this helped me understand that I’m not alone.

[@MsDoryLinda]

It's empowering to notice what we say about ourselves to ourselves. Have we bought into the idea "we are too much" and therefore hold back from life, so not to overwhelm people around us or be rejected once again? I love that in recent years high sensitivity has started to be seen for its strengths which were often seen as weaknesses. If only that be the narrative we actually internally embrace about ourselves too 🤔🧡

[@ainulainul2149]

I relate to avoid violent media. Everytime when I watch movies, whenever there is a violent fighting or shooting scene I tend to close my eyes or look away.

[@notslapped4231]

Yes it is time for us hsp's to shine! ( i love this style its so cute!)

[@rhyanonstuddert7384]

"The stress you may feel when completing difficult tasks can even be multiplied when you are watched and evaluated by others to the point it affects your performance". This was me at work the other day. I always feel anxious when people watch me do things.

[@heliosinki]

I'm an HSP and I just confirmed it now. These traits speak so much about me. Truthfully, I tend to get overwhelmed easily that even if it's just a light tapping near me, I'd immediately let that person stop. Too many stimulations make me feel extremely uncomfortable.

[@latrishaburton9034]

I am so thankful for these videos! It helps me understand myself better and know how to communicate my needs to others. I just wish more people understood HSP as it is rather than something bad. There's beauty in it honestly.

[@Cherryheartkisses]

I had no idea that my sensitivity makes me more in touch with my feelings in a way that can be exampled so beautifully. I really appreciate this video, thank you!

[@nicoleonfeels]

Wow, I resonated with all of these. Where the other HSP at? 🤔

[@casriaAmarel]

I'm not entirely sure if I am, since I'm also very sassy and temperamental sometimes, but now that part also makes a lot of sense

[@refinedsimplicity8420]

Wow, I’m eight for eight on this list !

[@ifrahjama2215]

👋🤗

[@HettiedeKorteDiplomaat]

I’m teaching myself to demand less of myself. Like when I go to a social event, I just say: ‘All I have to do is go. That’s all. I don’t have to impress anybody, join conversations. I can leave when I want.’ That relaxes me. I can only handle small groups. And still I need a day for myself to recover. It’s good to accept that’s the way you are. Always stay true to yourself no matter what other people do or expect from you.

[@potterhead4989]

I want to say thank you so much, Psych2Go. All of your videos about HSP have helped me realize that I am not a weirdo and a misfit crybaby. That's what I thought of myself. Now I know so much about HSP because of you. I feel so much better knowing that nothing is wrong with me. Thank you so much for making such amazing and helpful videos.

[@skogsmumrik]

Everything matched me perfecly, exept the last one, i kinda like scary stuff..

[@icey_3514]

I can relate to all of these. I knew i’ve always Been highly sensitive but i didn’t know there are more people like this, feels good to know i’m not alone 🥺👉👈

[@funmisavage]

That pretty much sums up my life, I always thought there was something wrong with me but after watching several of your videos on highly sensitive people I realized that it is natural to feel that way.

[@hadiqatuha]

I’m not alone, OMG. 😭 People have tried to convince me that I’m too sensitive but I’m growing to accept and embrace it.

[@peachesbunny]

3:21 Me: *casually carrying out titration during Chemistry* My teacher: *stops in front of my bench and stares* Me: *PANICS AND MISSES THE END-POINT*

[@syahirahabdullah3210]

I FEEL YOU

[@jademusic1211]

When you're an HSP, an introvert and socially phobic, and two errands in a two week period is too much. 😭😭😭

[@rachelsellman810]

I really enjoy how smooth the voice is, it's very relaxing and soft to listen to ☺️

[@dash_board2026]

The channel keeps improving and were here to support you

[@helainarogers1457]

I'm very HSP, and I'm proud of myself for being more empathetic and loving others deeply easier. But it sucks being called a "crybaby" or "sensitive and clingy"

[@sammywinchester7788]

The majority of the time I thought I was just an over thinker. It made me feel like I was guilty in a way. I can't afford therapy, and don't use my mental issues as a quirk. Although I'm glad to have some sort of insight. Makes me feel better. Y'all are not alone!😊

[@smsmriti16]

Thank you for this video. This channel is awesome!

[@farzaneh163]

The animation is amaaaaaziiiiiing omg like it's so cute and the small details and the beautiful gorgeous coloring just makes it so much softer. Also I have all the things said in the video I don't know how to feel about it I'm kinda used to being shamed for being highly sensitive so I try not to show it.seeing this video makes me feel better about myself.thank you very much.☺️❤❤❤

[@Psych2go]

Thank you so much!! We are glad you loved this animation!! How many traits did you relate to?

[@TheWhisperCooks]

I always wondered why I cry unintentionally whenever I express my emotions, thanks to you guys I learned about HSP and read the highly sensitive book. 🌻

[@Kiba9119]

These are almost all things I've absolutely recognized about myself for a looong time (besides #8) ... and honestly, seeing your video on it definitely helps me feel understood and reminds me that there are so many others out there like me Thank you for your platform that spreads Mental Health/Psych awareness! These conversations are so important!!

[@whatintarnation1230]

i absolutely love this channel, it’s helped me through a lot and i’m so thankful, it educates me on my mental illnesses and other ppls too, thank u so much psych2go

[@drixroku2747]

I love horror movies. I do tend to critic myself. I do have a hard time making decisions. I do like my down time. Basicly me on Every single one. Exept the last one.

[@amberb.6395]

Me too. Scary stuff has just never scared me I guess. Giant spiders crawling out of my vent in the bathroom was scarier than any horror movie I’ve watched. And I’ve watched a lot lol

[@rocallen204]

Yeah same. I love horror and action movies & or games. So everything except for the last. But creepy crawly creatures coming from the vent? Oh hell naw! I'll panic! but I'll fight! Lol😅 😂

[@swatisaini6447]

1:53 yesss thanks for talking about this.....uncomfortable clothing hurts😭

[@nionlupus]

Same, the tags on the back of shirts, they're itchy and annoying

[@swatisaini6447]

@@nionlupus yes also wire embroidery hurts and synthetic fabrics are itchy too...I can't wear anything other than pure cotton 😭hell even wool causes rashes if it is directly touching my skin

[@veooquenodaa]

I've never been so related to a description like this before. I've been watching this channel for a couple of months now. Saw many videos, maybe more than 20, and in most of them there was at least one aspect described that I could relate to, in same way. Sometimes I felt like the whole video could represent small (or not so small) moments in my life. BUT this video, has described me in a whole new level. Specially the need to "recharge" after social interactions. I love hanging out with people, and I do look up for festivals, or parties. But at the end of it I'M DONE, like not wanting to have to socialize more, my cuota is done for two days. I know people who prefer to be alone rather than gathering up, but never saw the need to recharge elsewhere. (I know I worded this so poorly, but it's 4am for me and thinking is difficult right now).

[@_postingrandomstufff]

So close to 4 million! love your videos

[@ChewyGraal]

Early squad 🥰 who else is extremely sensitive

[@bravequeen4650]

Me

[@sunisagoat1483]

me

[@bibule]

Me

[@heatherlien6939]

I’m usually late to things, but for the first time, I made it here way earlier than usual. Anyway, yes I’m sensitive

[@heatherlien6939]

Edit to my other comment: I’m usually late to things on KZbin [I’m usually busy] but I usually arrive early to other events.

[@anotherperson7362]

KZbin: There's 73 comments! Me: Can I see them please? KZbin: haha... *NO.* Me: Bruh.

[@Juniper_01]

Lol

[@itsziel0703]

Mine is 39 comments

[@ezpub6755]

Yup youtube does that kzbin.info/www/bejne/q56lo3x6aJh0paM

[@safakhawar7032]

Yeah ik, but dont u just love the dancing Psi's at the end kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJzboKtvrcx_Z7c

[@nusratjamia7953]

Thanks for your time and consideration to share.

[@kriscrossender4525]

I'm an HSP but also a bit of an adrenaline junkie- I get my rush doing normal human things- but I still need to pace myself when doing them. I tend to not avoid the things that was mentioned as things people with HSP avoid but rather enjoy them- but I still fit very much into all the rest of the categories and am highly sensitive, easily overwhelmed, and feel much much more strongly than most. I'm also an Aspie so I have learned to mask my emotions and can hold back my stronger emotions and avoid showing them or crying in public. Never really knew just how much stronger than the average population I was in holding it all back and just thought the emotional intensity was normal, but now that I know I'm proud of my strength

[@kriscrossender4525]

Worst part about being an HSP for me is being with people who seek out things more intense than average human things, more than I can handle- like rollercoasters. I can handle a lot, but some things are just too much.

[@jfrj939]

When I became 9 I started becoming depressed and keep thinking of things that happen when I think of it then I realised I have visions

[@lifeexplained8436]

I hope one day my videos can be as well produced as your videos :))

[@ryannebrown6384]

Every single one of these (except the fact that I love horror movies) are EXTREMELY relatable. I've always been a very sensitive person with an overflowing amount of empathy to the extent of where when I'm around people, even if they're strangers, I tend to subconsciously just soak up their feelings and emotions. It can be very draining but also good when it comes to caring for people. Videos like this are very helpful!

[@jeffvarley9792]

Hey that was a good one. Thankyou for bringing this video to us.

[@Youser999]

Can you please do a video about the difference(s) between innate HSPs and those who are more sensitive due to past trauma (especially developmental trauma)?

[@john2ds]

When you're a HSP, it sucks when you think so deeply at everything and people that it starts to hurt.

[@jennyfulcher8035]

That's me to a T! I am very HSP especially feeling overwhelmed, feeling and processing things deeply. I've learned how to self-soothe and cope, for the most part. Thanks for your series. Jenny

[@stayclassybeautiful4530]

OH MY GOSH!!!! I was yelling out 'YES' to every scenario! Explained me in a nutshell. Finally, a compact way to explain to family and friends who find me difficult to understand!!! Thanks so much p2go

[@st4r729]

This will definitely be helpful for me. Thank you Psych2Go

[@coolio7288]

Most of the traits I can relate to and the last part was true for most of my life, but things changed and now I seek something to scare me

[@SarahPercival07]

I've been trying to convince myself that I am not HSP but watching this video makes me think that I probably am. I was relating to pretty much every point in this. It has been very helpful 👌Now to try to explain to my parents...

[@elizabetharnold708]

Thanks for this video!!

[@tinwingeorgiee]

the video: so, how many traits you relate to? me: all

[@cinderling5472]

I'm haunted by the ghosts of my failures. Anyone else?

[@kaydenvortex1984]

As someone with HSP, social gatherings can feel like trying to walk through a solid wall. Combination of light, sound etc. All add to make it feel like a wall. And unfortunately, i'm surrounded with people / family that can't comprehend what it's like to be overly sensitive. So they constantly try and recommend me to go out and be social, attend lectures about various subjects etc. But i get so easily overwhelmed that i can't even go home for more than a few hours to have dinner with family, without having to spend the next week recharging.

[@justnnaomi]

ugh i love you guys and love the new animation too!

[@victoriawilliams2066]

I’m so early for once!

[@zjpangilinan9625]

HSP People Where are you at? 👇

[@overthemoonflorist9135]

I loved the animation sketch. It's so beautifully done and cute. The facial expressions awwh💘

[@blutigesgestein9187]

I didn't know I was HSP until 2years ago. It is nice to understand myself. But at the same time, it is sad to see how rare it is to find a person able to understand me. I have noticed, that I am getting into more and more fights with people, even friends, because I do not feel understood at all. My therapist is doing her best to support me, but as she said, she can only help me with topics, that I name her. Yet I still don't know so much about myself and being HSP, that I have no idea how to phrase what I need help with.

[@fitriamlh7527]

The eighth is totally right, I can't watch something like that

[@mochiattoart514]

I don't feel comfortable w violence yeah in shows, it doesn't give me adrenaline... but I watch a lot of it anyways- I also get hurt and offended easy even though I know I shouldn't feel that bad, so I make my reactions more low-key n thought about bc I didn't wanna look like I'm pampered and emotionally weak or anything, I'm not but I literally can't help it lol

[@monabohamad2242]

My favorite show currently the one I watch and follow on Netflix episode after episode season after season it seems there's violence and probably someone dying during seemingly every single episode and yet I'm seemingly kinda of addicted to it

[@mochiattoart514]

@@monabohamad2242 same lmao

[@00RaveRat]

Thanks for more videos you help so many people feel proud

[@NightOrchids]

Thanks P2G... Awesome as always... ive copied my comment from another P2G video because i thought its relevant here too... If your an HSP or empath like me and feel overwhelmed at times, in crowds, dont know why.. etc... try this.... At the end of every day or when you feel overwhelmed Visualise standing under a waterfall or shower of water and visualise feeling the cold water running over you and even through your body and out of your hands, chest, lower areas, feet and toes "washing away and cleansing" all the energy from your body and mind, until you feel "centred and just right"... Youll sleep and feel so much better.. keep practising and master it .... good luck and blessings to everyone 😀❤x

[@jaicrawford9882]

I'm sort of glad to be a HSP until I breakdown in tears in front if others, makes me feel like a failure.

[@cakelovers3905]

I need to show this to my parents but I'm scared and nervous about it. :(

[@Nekotaku_TV]

You can do it! X3

[@eileencastillo6323]

Do it anyway. My take from this is that this is who we are. These are character traits not character flaws. Thank you very much! There is nothing to apologize to anyone for being a highly sensitive person. Own it and know when to protect yourself. Mentally. Because we are a preditor's as in bullies, target of choice. As for people who have issues with highly sensitive people, that's their problem isn't it? Not yours. You don't need to be around them anyway. Just say check this out to your parents. Don't say anything else. Don't hang around to discuss it. Unless you want to. You're just making them aware. Providing some knowledge. That's all.

[@soccerxxxtaz14]

I have always been highly sensitive. However, I did go out to bars/clubs when I was younger simply because I absolutely love dancing. I enjoyed it immensely, but I generally avoided talking to anyone I didn't know-hanging out in the DJ booth was a good way to do so, as well as being able to pick the music I wanted to dance to. Though in highschool, I wasn't interested in the least to attend parties. I am also spontaneous, life is to be lived, overthinking everything is a waste of time as well as energy. Both my male and female friends commented on how much fun it was to hang out with me because it was always had fun and they never knew where we might end up going and/or doing. I have deep relationships with the people in my life, I am an intellectual that likes to know what motivates others, their thoughts and feelings about life, their experiences-there's so much to be learned from every person you take the time to have an in depth conversation(s) with. I don't have time for bullshit though. My feelings can be hurt easily, I feel others hurt/pain very deeply as well. Empathy and sympathy are very much a part of who I am. It's easy for me to "put myself in another person's shoes". My heart aches for even strangers that are suffering either emotionally and/or physically. I try my best to help others in any way that I can. At any rate, I am a highly sensitive person, though all of the traits you covered do not necessarily apply to me.

[@adelineparker4591]

You were right! I have all of this things... I don't like horror movies or too much violence cause I feel pain and sadness with them. Next what is strong with me is critic myself and spending a lot time alone to full my energy... And I feel others energy I know when someone needs help or something... I also feel when some of my close person is somewhere in danger I'am connected with them....

[@animaytions7607]

Whether you're an HSP or not, have a great day 😊

[@monabohamad2242]

Thank you and I wish you a VERY great and happy day too😁😊😉