There’s been a lot of pushback against two of the youngest generations — Millennials and Gen Z. The media often paints us in a negative light. You’ve heard at least one of these, or you’ve heard them ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kathy Caprino, M.A. covers careers, leadership and personal growth. In today’s society, being viewed as “highly sensitive” can ...

Have you ever wondered why certain people in your life seem to react more intensely to the world around them? Whether it’s a spouse who needs total silence after work, a friend who gets overwhelmed by ...

When you hear that someone is “highly sensitive,” it’s common to think they may be weak and fragile—someone who gets their feelings hurt more easily. In clinical terms, however, that’s not what high ...

A highly sensitive person (HSP) is someone who feels emotions and sensations more intensely. They also tend to be more empathetic, sensitive to physical sensations, and need time to recharge. To cope ...

If you’re a sensitive person like I am, you probably expend considerable energy trying to avoid witnessing the violence that’s all around, and to cope with whatever painful realities you can’t block ...