Posted by Dinah1 on May 14, 2002, at 23:48:52
In reply to Re: Highly Sensitive People » Krazy Kat, posted by mair on May 14, 2002, at 13:04:53
I've had this book for years and have read it a few times for its tips on reducing sensory overload. If I remember correctly, it's main focus is on the highly sensitive person as a person who is finely tuned, aware of sensory stimulus. She talks about the different ways a person can be "sensitive". What I like best about the book (apart from the tips) is the matter-of-fact approach she takes to it. She doesn't seem to feel that it necessarily leads to real life problems, and I don't believe she thinks that it is even necessary to be introverted. She just gives tips on how to best handle it.
Parts of the book really apply to me, parts don't. So I take what is useful and leave the rest.
As far as introversion/extroversion goes, I really believe in the concept. I am an INTP or an INFP, but everything was pretty evenly split except introversion. I was extremely introverted according to both the MMPI and the Meyers Briggs. But I'm not particularly shy. I just find being around people, even in a positive way, exhausting and overstimulating. And I need to turn inward to regroup. I am very happy alone.
And Mair, it's nice to see your name on the boards again. I always enjoy reading your wise posts.
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