The article addresses the misconception that Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) are predominantly victims of trauma, emphasizing that sensitivity is an innate trait affecting 10-35% of people. The author shares an experience with a client, Liz, who mistakenly linked her sensitivity to past trauma after encountering misleading online content. The piece aims to clarify that while traumatic experiences can influence sensitivity, they do not define it. By misattributing their sensitivity to trauma, HSPs risk missing out on recognizing their inherent strengths, which is crucial for personal development and emotional well-being.
Approximately 10-35% of people are born highly sensitive, and incorrectly attributing this trait to trauma can negatively impact their self-perception and personal growth.
The misconception that high sensitivity stems from trauma traps individuals in unproductive narratives, overshadowing their innate strengths, and misdirecting their healing process.
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