About the Author

Linda Hill is a bestselling author and life coach who focuses on writing about relationships, personal growth and stress management.With a background in psychology, Linda Hill has written self-help books including the Codependency Recovery Workbook, which have taken Amazon's #1 Bestseller spot in the US.She wishes to share her passion for helping others reach their full potential by providing them with evidence-based information and clear, actionable advice based on years of research.When Linda isn't focused on helping others live the life they want to live, she enjoys hiking and long walks along the beach.

Reviews

"I started reading this book with skepticism because I didn't think I was a highly sensitive person (HSP for short). My impression of an HSP was way off from what they're really about, perhaps a little stereotypical. I thought an HSP would be the type who would take a comment too seriously and end up running to the closest bathroom to cry. Safe to say, it threw me for a bit of a loop and humbled me. Need I forget that books such as these are much deeper than what goes on at the surface of the human mind.
With that said, I ended up reading this book in a single day. While this may not be difficult for some, reading for me can be hit or miss and to finish reading even a single chapter, it has to get my interest and keep it. Well, lo and behold, it did and then some. This book is somewhat short (hence the reason I was able to read it in one day) but don't let that fool or deter you. It's full of information and if you have an interest in psychology, are an HSP, or want to learn about HSP's, I'd definitely check it out.
What I didn't know that I know now is that I can be highly sensitive which I wasn't aware of until I read this book. There were several "ah ha" moments throughout and for me, it was a paradigm shift. Just for one example, it covered such things as being overstimulated in crowded, noisy, or bright places, all of which are traits of an HSP. I've always wondered why it is I tend to get highly agitated in crowded places (not Agoraphobia which is a fear of crowds) and find myself looking for an open space or the closest exit. I cannot stand loud noises and depending on the situation, I prefer low light. DING!!! Bells went off in my head when I read this.
As a first time reader on the subject of HSP's, I can't say for sure that I am one as many people who are introverted carry similar traits to an HSP, but this book opened a door (and my eyes) for me to continue researching and to gain additional knowledge on the subject. Good read, definitely recommended!"
-Edward G.
"When I was in my 40s I realized that I was a sensitive person. I am more strongly affected by my environment, sensitive to the energy and feelings of others, and I feel deeply about things and process some thoughts slowly. Most non_HSP around me find this frustrating.
If you're sensitive like me and need help managing in a world that seems designed for those who don't have to deal with an overactive mind that never turns off, this book will definitely help you.It explains what it is to be a Highly Sensitive Person, everyday life and social situations, relationships, work, health, and self-care, and for those who are seeking more healing from past trauma, this book offers real-life advice for situations that are sensitive people find difficult. This book is easy to read and straight to the point."
-Johnathan D.