Mindset Magic

Before we begin, it is super important to acknowledge the importance of our mindset and reflect upon anything that we can do to get us in the best possible place.

How do you start each day?

Do you make time for a morning practice or ritual? This could be a short meditation, yoga practice, thinking of an affirmation or a moment of mindfulness whilst preparing your morning drink.

It is really important for any HSP to have enough time to transition through each stage of the day. Try to ensure that you have enough sleep, going to bed earlier where possible by around 15 minutes until you reach your sweet spot and perhaps set your alarm that little bit earlier to allow you to start the day calmly.

Making time throughout the day?

Think about your usual day. Taking regular breaks is key – making a drink, taking in some fresh air or a moment of solitude in a quiet place to collect your thoughts.

How do you end each day?

Journalling can be really useful here as it is an opportunity to put to bed any intrusive thoughts before you go to bed. Questions to ask include

• Can I do anything about it now? If so, then do it and if not, then pop the action down on paper to do tomorrow.
• Did I do all that I reasonably could? You are not responsible for everything, only your own actions.
• What would I say to a friend who was worrying about this?
• Remember your thoughts are not necessarily truths – they alter through our mindset; this alters the way we perceive thing.

Also remember to make a note of what’s gone well that day or what has been good. It might be some flowers you have seen or a cute dog – the smaller the better as they sustain us everyday! Our brain has a tendency to focus on the negatives….so bring it back to the positive!

TIP: Keep exercise to before 2 hours before bedtime, no/limit alcohol (it interferes with rapid eye movement sleep which is essential for our mental wellbeing), limit caffeine and avoid heavy meals before bedtime (digestion will win over sleep!)

Believe in Your Superpowers

Many of us have grown up with limiting beliefs about ourselves, either passed down through generations or messages given to us by society.

As a Highly Sensitive Person you are likely to have been told (many a time) that you are “too sensitive” or that you need to “toughen up”. This can leave us feeling that there is something wrong with us that needs to be fixed when in fact the opposite is actually true.

Additionally, many communities or groups do not value sensitivity – this can lead to feeling like your gifts are a burden and should be cloaked or disguised.

Consider also that whilst some HSP’s are extroverts, the majority are introverted. Yet we live in a society where being extrovert is often held up as the ideal – this adds another layer to the feeling like we don’t belong.

However, let me tell you that HSP’s have amazing gifts which the world needs more of. Once we honour and nurture these gifts, embracing our needs then we can stand in a place of self-acceptance being proud to be our wonderful, unique selves.

In this section you will take a deep dive into seeing your superpowers, reframing any negative thoughts and looking at your values. Living a life closer to your values will help you feel aligned and give your direction on the best way to live for you.

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