Adventurous Highly Sensitive People: HSP + HSS

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Are you a highly sensitive person who likes adventure? Then you may be a high sensation seeker as well as an HSP. Esther interviews a couple who teach HSP/HSS people how to thrive.

In this enlightening conversation, Esther Kane, along with guests Randy Grasser and Annet van Duinen, delves into the unique intersection of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and a High Sensation Seeker (HSS). They explore personal experiences, the challenges faced by individuals with these traits, and the benefits of embracing both sides. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, personal growth, and the power of community for HSPs and HSSs. The guests share valuable insights and practical tips for flourishing in life while navigating the complexities of these intertwined identities.

Chapters

 

00:00 Understanding HSPs and HSSs

00:24 The Journey of Self-Discovery

00:24 The Intersection of Sensitivity and Sensation Seeking

00:24 Empowerment and Agency for HSPs

01:26 Relationships and Connection

03:46 Conclusion and Future Directions

08:05 Authenticity in Relationships

12:28 The Journey of Connection

13:16 Understanding HSPs and HSS

16:12 The Adventure Triskelion Model

20:57 Navigating Life as HSPs and HSS

23:11 Empowerment Through Adventure

 

Where to find Randy and Annet:

https://thelivingadventurers.com/

 

To get granular about Highly Sensitive and High Sensation Seeking, listen to this:

Highly Sensitive and High Sensation Seeking as a man: Men with S.T.Y.L.E. Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/men-with-s-t-y-l-e/id1805892202?i=1000705377091

Elaine Aron’s article on the HSP/HSS Combo: 

https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-highly-sensitive-person/202307/highly-sensitive-and-high-sensation-seeking-individuals

 

Elaine Aron’s self-test for Highly Sensitive and High Sensation Seeking:

https://hsperson.com/test/high-sensation-seeking-test/

  

FREE Resources: 

 

To learn more about the Highly Sensitive Personality:

https://www.estherkane.com/highly-sensitive-people/

 

For my blog posts and podcast episodes on Highly Sensitive People: 

https://www.estherkane.com/blog-and-podcasts/

 

To receive my FREE report designed to help HSPs create better boundaries called, "10 Tips for Getting Rid of Relationships That Drain Your Energy": 

https://www.estherkane.com/#newsletter

 

Links

To watch episodes on Esther's YouTube Channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@compassionateconversations441

www.estherkane.com

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@estherkanemsw

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Esther Kane, MSW, RCC