Being sensitive to the attacks and blessings around us

You fall in love hard, yet you fear the ramifications of getting close. It's difficult for you to overlook your partner's behaviors when they seem harsh or shallow. You're tired of feeling misunderstood by your partner. Maybe you're so daunted by the wounds of love that you've given up the idea of having a relationship.

We are conscientious, tend to be aware of consequences, and are concerned about others' welfare. We're more likely to be truthful. We tend to stay in relationships and work things out because breaking up is especially hard for us. We're good listeners, and good at spotting what's going on in another's subconscious. We pick up on non-verbal language and are good at knowing what others are feeling. In relationships we are able to see what's deep and spiritual about the other person, and this makes our relationships more meaningful.

Amy Scholten, "Dr. Elaine Aron on Highly Sensitive People in Relationships"


HSP students work differently from others. They pick up on the subtle things, learning better this way than when overaroused. If an HSP student is not contributing much to a discussion, it does not necessarily mean they do not understand or are too shy. HSPs often process things better in their heads, or they may be over-aroused. This can be the reason for their not contributing. HSPs are usually very conscientious but underperform when being watched. This also applies to work situations; HSPs can be great employees—good with details, thoughtful and loyal, but they do tend to work best when conditions are quiet and calm. Because HSPs perform less well when being watched, they may be overlooked for a promotion. HSPs tend to socialize less with others, often preferring to process experiences quietly by themselves.

"Highly sensitive person", From Wikipedia