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Welcome to The HSP Cozy Nook
In the quiet corners of my HSP heart, writing has always been a sanctuary.
As a child, while the world often felt overwhelming, I found safety and clarity in the delicate dance of words on paper. Where spoken words oftentimes faltered, written ones soared. All chaotic thoughts and emotions came together on paper, leading to insight and understanding. Just as the stars form mesmerizing constellations in the vast night sky, my thoughts and feelings, when penned down, formed their own celestial patterns, illuminating the depth of my inner world.
To every Highly Sensitive Person reading this, whether you’ve long embraced your sensitivity or are only just discovering it, this space is for you. The HSP Cozy Nook is a haven, where you’ll find education, tools, and stories designed to make you feel seen, heard, and empowered.
It’s a place where your feelings are validated and cherished, where you can seek solace and connection — both through the words you read and the vibrant community sharing their own experiences in the comments below. Every piece I write is a journey of self-discovery and healing, and I invite you to find solace within this space. Together, let’s navigate the beautiful, intricate world of being an HSP.
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From Chaos to Constellations: The Story Behind Constellations Counselling
Finding a name for my counselling practice felt like a herculean task, a mountain waiting to be scaled. I desired a name that would resonate with my own experiences while embodying the essence of the healing journey I aimed to provide. As I grappled with this, a...
Mystical Dreamscapes: Understanding and Navigating Vivid Dreams as an HSP
The night sky darkens, casting a velvet blanket over the world. As our bodies rest, our minds embark on a journey — through winding pathways, into deep forests, or soaring above the clouds. These nocturnal adventures, often vivid and immersive for highly sensitive...
Embracing the Autumnal Equinox: Celebrating Mabon in Modern Times
The world is a canvas painted in the resplendent hues of time. As summer gracefully bows to autumn, the colors deepen, saturate, and enchant. Starting on September 23, the Autumnal Equinox—commonly known as Mabon—ushers in. For many, especially the attuned hearts of...
Cultivating Inner Harmony: HSPs and Nature’s Therapeutic Embrace
In the grand tapestry of life, sounds play an intricate role. For some, they fade into the background, but for highly sensitive people (HSPs), sounds can evoke a spectrum of emotions and sensations. I've often found my system, like most HSPs, delicately attuned to the...
The New Moon’s Promise: Setting Intentions as an HSP
In the midst of the September sky, the New Moon gently peeks on the 14th. Cloaked in its inky shroud, it offers a mystic allure — a cosmic whisper, urging souls to start afresh. Especially for Highly Sensitive People (HSP), this time brims with a promise of new...
Finding Serenity in Stormy Spaces: Tips for HSPs for Thriving in Challenging Work Environments
The soothing hum of dawn, a crisp morning air, and yet, as you approached the office building, a heavy weight descended upon your heart. Does this sound familiar? Many highly sensitive people, including me, find themselves feeling adrift and overwhelmed in an...
Finding the Balance Between Solitude and Connection as an HSP
For Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) like us, the world can often feel overwhelming and inundated with a myriad of sensory experiences. In the heart of this vibrant cacophony, we find ourselves drawn to the calming embrace of solitude. Yet, in the same breath, we yearn...
Rituals for Resilience: Grounding Practices for Highly Sensitive People
The Quest for Calm in the Midst of a Storm Navigating through life's myriad challenges often feels like a turbulent sea constantly testing our resilience. Especially for the highly sensitive souls among us, the roaring waves of overwhelming stimuli can sometimes...
Embracing Zoning Out: Unplugging for Well-being
We've all been there - curled up on the sofa on a quiet weekend, absorbed in a captivating Netflix series, or daydreaming while gazing out the window. In these moments, the world outside fades away, and we enter a state of zoning out. Yet, often this experience is...
Rekindling the Spark: 10 Journal Prompts to Rediscover Your Passion
Introduction In the whirlwind of life's responsibilities and obligations, it's easy to lose sight of our passions—those activities that ignite a spark within us, bringing us joy and a sense of fulfillment. As a Vancouver counsellor, I often see how the daily grind can...
The HSP Talk: Explaining Your HSP Trait with Loved Ones
Introduction Being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) comes with a rich tapestry of experiences - a keen perception of nuances, a deep ability to feel and empathize, and a thoughtful, introspective nature. However, explaining this complex sensitivity to others can often...
Illuminating the Unseen: An Introduction to Shadow Work
We've all heard the saying, "What you don't know won't hurt you." However, as a Vancouver counsellor specializing in work with Highly Sensitive People (HSPs), I've come to understand that sometimes, it's what we don't know about ourselves that can hold us back the...
Navigating Expectations in Relationships: A Reflective Practice for Highly Sensitive People
Life as a highly sensitive person (HSP) is like viewing the world in high definition. Your heightened sensitivity to your surroundings allows you to experience life's nuances in a way others may not, which can create deep, enriching relationships, but it also may lead...
Six Essential Insights for Highly Sensitive People: Embracing Your Unique Strengths
Greetings, HSPs! As your local Vancouver counsellor who specializes in Highly Sensitive People (HSPs), I've been fortunate to witness the unique world through the eyes of many sensitive souls. At Constellations Counselling, we wholeheartedly believe that being an HSP...
Navigating Summer Social Anxiety: Tips for Highly Sensitive People
As a Vancouver counsellor, summer is a season I often discuss with my clients, particularly those who identify as Highly Sensitive People (HSPs). With its warmer weather, longer days, and the explosion of social activities, summer is often regarded as the season of...
The Vital Role of Community Connection in Mental Health: A Journey Together
There is a saying, we are all stars, bound together in a constellation. As a Vancouver counsellor specializing in supporting highly sensitive people, I've come to appreciate the profound truth in this saying. The essence of our work at Constellations Counselling is to...
Resilience and the Highly Sensitive Person: Thriving in Our Vibrantly Intense World
Life, with its vibrancy and variability, is a rich tapestry of experiences that captivates us and pulls us in myriad directions. For Highly Sensitive People (HSPs), these experiences are deeply profound. Our exceptional ability to perceive and process the world around...
Finding Commitment: Embracing What Supports Our Healing
Sometimes, we find ourselves asking why we don't consistently do the things that support our healing. We know what's good for us, so why is it so difficult to commit? This question, raised in a recent conversation with a group of women, lingered in my mind, resonating...
Holding Space: Creating a Safe Haven for Others
In the world of counselling, one practice that holds immense significance is the act of holding space for someone. Holding space involves creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals feel seen, heard, and validated without judgment. It is a powerful...
Navigating Relationships as a Highly Sensitive Person: Tips and Tools for Healthy Connections
Relationships play a vital role in our lives, shaping our experiences and contributing to our overall well-being. As a highly sensitive person (HSP), navigating relationships can present unique challenges and opportunities for growth. In this blog post, we will...
Feeling Your Feelings: Nurturing Emotional Well-Being as an HSP
Empowering HSPs to Embrace and Process Their Emotions As highly sensitive people (HSPs), we often hear the term "feel your feelings," but what does it truly mean? How do we navigate the depths of our emotions and harness their transformative power? At Constellations...
Moving Through the Pain of a Breakup: Nurturing Your Heart as an HSP
Finding Strength and Healing After a Heartbreak Breakups are never easy, and for highly sensitive people (HSPs), the emotional toll can be even more profound. As an HSP, you have a heightened sensitivity to the world around you, and this includes your relationships....
Nurturing Yourself After Therapy: Understanding and Embracing the Emotional Hangover
Have you ever felt emotionally drained or overwhelmed after a therapy session? You may be experiencing what is commonly known as an emotional hangover. Just as a physical hangover can leave us feeling exhausted and depleted after a night of celebration, an emotional...
Understanding the Differences: Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Did you know that being highly sensitive is also referred to as sensory processing sensitivity? SPS is the clinical term used to describe this trait, which involves being more perceptive and responsive to the world around you. In today's blog, we will explore the...
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