Finding Balance as a Busy Highly Sensitive Person
Living with high sensitivity can be challenging, especially in environments like work, parties, and family events where advocating for ourselves and practicing radical self-care is essential. It often feels like we have to be "on" more than we can handle on most days.
The truth is, you can manage everything you need to do in your life and work. However, it may require reassessing your needs. I assure you that you need more time off, more self-care, more exercise, more meditation, more walks in nature, more breathwork, and above all, more time alone. Now, you might be wondering, "How can I fit it all in?" If you find it impossible to fit everything in, then something has to give. I've learned this the hard way when I became ill or injured and was forced to take a step back. Don't wait for a breaking point to prioritize self-care.
My dear friends, I encourage you to take a serious look at your life. It goes beyond using my trademarked "Backwards Scheduling" technique. It requires a thorough analysis of every minute of your week. Take one week and treat time like calories on a diet. Write down every single thing you do and the specific time it takes—down to the minute. For this week, don't attempt to change anything; this is about creating awareness, which is the first of the three A's. If one week isn't enough or you're unable to fully commit, take another week. This exercise is crucial for understanding and addressing overwhelm in your life.
Once you have documented each day of the week, go back and review it. Take a good look and observe what stands out to you. The next step is to write yourself a letter describing what you've noticed. Ensure that you truly see what is happening. This project is significant and will pave the way for acceptance. Acceptance is rooted in love, and the best way to cultivate it is through your spiritual practice. If you need guidance, I'm here to help.
I understand that if you're feeling overwhelmed, you want change to happen immediately. But that's not how true change occurs. So, my advice is to practice patience, my friend. Here's a little rhyme I often sing to young children, and you can sing it to your inner child: "Be patient, be patient. Don't be in such a hurry. When you get impatient, you only start to worry. Remember, remember, I'm impatient too, and think of all the times that others have to wait on you." Maybe one day, I'll sing it to you.
You'll be amazed by the secret recipe for successful change, and I'll share it with you now: When you fully grasp and embrace both Awareness and Acceptance, the Action will naturally follow. Yes, that's right. You'll experience effortless change in your actions. I can't offer a money-back guarantee, but I'll support you in making it happen.
Highly sensitive people are highly valued employees, and research supports this claim. Even among Rhesus Macaque monkeys, the 20% who are highly sensitive become leaders in their community when raised with skilled parenting. Now is the time to become the skilled parent you needed as a child and still need today.
For those of you who are new to my blog, don't worry; I'm not always so serious. However, please know that my commitment to helping highly sensitive individuals find their sweet spot and thrive is unwavering.
Warmly,
Tekin Meric, MSc
Counselor & Coach
If you would like to receive counseling or coaching support as you navigate your life issues, please feel free to reach out. I would be honored to hold space for you online or in my practice in Amsterdam.
