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Sensitive Stories · February 17 · 39 min

69: Making Room for Sensitivity

Did you struggle to fit in as a sensitive kid or are parenting an HSP child? In this episode, I talk with Sarita Fichtner about embracing your sensitivity and building resilience in children through connection as well as: • Learning to live on your own terms and listen to your instincts • Modeling acceptance and building resilience for your sensitive child • The kinds of social pressures highly sensitive children face • How parents can foster self-love and acceptance in their HSP kids who may not always fit in • Accepting the balance between the messy and magic of life Born and raised on the West Coast of Canada, Sarita is a highly sensitive children's book author and mom. She recognizes the importance of emotional wellness and is passionate about supporting highly sensitive children. Sarita believes the world will change when we can mindfully embrace who we are from a young age. Keep in touch with Sarita: • Website: http://www.saritaimagined.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saritaimagined Resources Mentioned: • Pop Out Loud: First Day of Soccer by Sarita Fichtner: https://bookshop.org/a/63892/9781069596710 • Pop Out Loud: First Day of School by Sarita Fichtner: https://bookshop.org/a/63892/9781738195404 Get your copy of my new book, Big Feelings, Big Joy anywhere you get your books or at https://www.bigfeelingsbigjoy.com/book Thanks for listening! You can read the full show notes and sign up for my email list to get new episode announcements and other resources at: https://www.sensitivestories.com You can also follow "SensitiveStrengths" for behind-the-scenes content plus more educational and inspirational HSP resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensitivestrengths TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sensitivestrengths Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sensitivestrengths And for more support, attend a Sensitive Sessions monthly workshop: https://www.sensitivesessions.com. Use code PODCAST for 25% off. If you have a moment, please rate and review the podcast, it helps Sensitive Stories reach more HSPs! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional. Some links are affiliate links. You are under no obligation to purchase any book, product or service. I am not responsible for the quality or satisfaction of any purchase.

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Did you struggle to fit in as a sensitive kid or are parenting an HSP child? In this episode, I talk with Sarita Fichtner about embracing your sensitivity and building resilience in children through connection as well as:  

• Learning to live on your own terms and listen to your instincts  

• Modeling acceptance and building resilience for your sensitive child 

• The kinds of social pressures highly sensitive children face 

• How parents can foster self-love and acceptance in their HSP kids who may not always fit in  

• Accepting the balance between the messy and magic of life  

Born and raised on the West Coast of Canada, Sarita is a highly sensitive children's book author and mom.  She recognizes the importance of emotional wellness and is passionate about supporting highly sensitive children.  Sarita believes the world will change when we can mindfully embrace who we are from a young age. 

Keep in touch with Sarita:
• Website: http://www.saritaimagined.com 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saritaimagined 

Resources Mentioned:
• Pop Out Loud: First Day of Soccer by Sarita Fichtner: https://bookshop.org/a/63892/9781069596710 
• Pop Out Loud: First Day of School by Sarita Fichtner: https://bookshop.org/a/63892/9781738195404

Get your copy of my new book, Big Feelings, Big Joy anywhere you get your books or at https://www.bigfeelingsbigjoy.com/book 

Thanks for listening! You can read the full show notes and sign up for my email list to get new episode announcements and other resources at:
https://www.sensitivestories.com

You can also follow "SensitiveStrengths" for behind-the-scenes content plus more educational and inspirational HSP resources: 

And for more support, attend a Sensitive Sessions monthly workshop: https://www.sensitivesessions.com. Use code PODCAST for 25% off. 

If you have a moment, please rate and review the podcast, it helps Sensitive Stories reach more HSPs!

This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional. 

Some links are affiliate links. You are under no obligation to purchase any book, product or service. I am not responsible for the quality or satisfaction of any purchase.  

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