Mastering Sensitivity Resources hub
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Welcome to the Mastering Sensitivity Resources Hub—a curated space designed to help you explore, reflect, and go deeper beyond the pages of the book. Whether you’re here to revisit a chapter, download a worksheet, take a quiz, or explore further research, this is your home base.
This is more than a companion to the book. It’s a living, evolving space to support your ongoing journey as a sensitive, insightful, and quietly powerful person.
You’re in the right place if you’ve ever wished for a friendly guide on your journey as a highly sensitive person. Here, you’ll discover a carefully curated collection of tools and insights—designed to help you embrace your emotional depth, build resilience, and lead with quiet confidence.
What You’ll Find Here
Chapter‑by‑Chapter Deep Dives: Downloadable worksheets, reflection prompts, and self‑assessments that reinforce every lesson from Mastering Sensitivity.
Practical Quizzes & Inventories: Short, interactive assessments (e.g. Sensitivity Profile, Resilience Check) to pinpoint your strengths and growth areas.
Curated Reading & Research: Handpicked articles, book recommendations, and research summaries on emotional intelligence, self‑acceptance, and HSP well‑being.
Multimedia Learning: Bite‑sized videos and guided exercises to help you practice key techniques in real time.
Community & Coaching: Invitations to live Q&A sessions, peer discussions, and 1:1 coaching opportunities with Karamchand.
Whether you’re looking for a quick exercise to reset your energy, an in‑depth workbook for boundary‑setting, or fresh inspiration from the latest HSP research, this hub is your go‑to resource. Bookmark it, explore at your own pace, and return often—because your sensitivity is a lifelong gift worth mastering.
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🧭 How to Use This Page (Still to edit)
At the top, you’ll find quick-access buttons to each chapter’s resources. Click on any chapter to jump directly to its content—including:
- 🌱 Interactive assessments & quizzes
- 📥 Downloadable reflection tools (worksheets, assignments, prompts)
- 🔬 Science-backed research and extended reading
- 🎯 Practical tools to integrate insights into your everyday life
Whether you explore one chapter at a time or follow your curiosity, you’ll find something here to support you at every step.
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🔹 Chapter 1: Redefining Sensitivity & Self-Acceptance
🔹 Chapter 2: Building Resilience Without Losing Softness
🔹 Chapter 3: Quiet Confidence & Authentic Presence
🔹 Chapter 4: Thriving in a Fast World Without Burnout
🔹 Chapter 5: Leadership for Sensitive Souls
🔹 Chapter 6: Living Your Sensitive Power – The Path Forward
🔹 Mastering Sensitivity Resources Hub – Updated Research, Information & Insights
🔍Explore by Chapter : Mastering Sensitivity by Mahesh Sharma
🌐 Want to go even deeper?
Visit our Resources Hub to explore extended studies, audio reflections, curated talks, and tools to continue your growth long after the book is done.
Thank you for being here. This space will keep growing as you do.
🌐 Want to go even deeper?
Visit our Recommendded Further Reading section.
While this book is grounded in contemporary research and lived experience, I want to honour the voices—both modern and timeless—that have long spoken to the sensitive soul.
🟦 Chapter 1: Redefining Sensitivity & Self-Acceptance (Still to edit) This is the model element for all the online resources of the book.
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Quiz: How Sensitive Am I?
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📥 Download: Chapter 1 Self-Acceptance Worksheet
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📚 Extended Reading: The Science of Sensory Processing Sensitivity
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🟦 Chapter 1.1: Let’s Try This Together (Reflection Prompts)
You’ve just explored a new way of seeing sensitivity—not as a weakness, but as a quiet, rare form of intelligence. Now let’s try grounding that insight in your real life.
- Can you recall a moment when someone labelled your sensitivity negatively?
Maybe a parent said, “Don’t be so emotional,” or a colleague teased you for “taking things personally.” Pause and revisit that memory. What were you truly feeling in that moment? And how might your experience have been different if that sensitivity had been welcomed instead of dismissed? - Think of a time when your sensitivity helped you notice something others missed.
For example, you sensed someone was upset before they said anything, or you caught a small detail that changed the course of a conversation. What did that moment show you about your inner perceptiveness? - This week, try owning your sensitivity in one small way.
Maybe you allow yourself to tear up during a meaningful movie, or you express how deeply you were moved by something without brushing it off with humour. What does it feel like to let yourself be seen that way?
And yes, one thing that helped me see things differently—and might help you too—is to not take comments about your sensitivity or behaviour personally. Try to simply ignore, avoid, or laugh them off instead. I bet, this will not be easy, but it will be fun. Try it.
🟦 Chapter 1.2: Let’s Try This Together (Reflection Prompts)
Let’s slow this down and explore how this section lands for you in real life. These questions are not tests—they’re invitations. Go gently. Go honestly.
- When did you first begin to feel like your sensitivity was “too much”?
Was it a moment in childhood? A workplace experience? A relationship dynamic? - What have you believed about sensitive people? About yourself?
Do you carry ideas like “sensitive people are fragile” or “they can’t handle pressure”? Where did those beliefs come from? - Can you remember a time your sensitivity was a strength?
Maybe you noticed something others missed. Offered support without being asked. Read between the lines. What impact did it have? - What would it feel like to stop apologizing for your sensitivity—and start working with it?
Imagine that shift. What changes? In your posture, your choices, your peace? - If you treated your sensitivity like a gift—how would you start your day tomorrow?
A different intention, a softer boundary, a stronger inner voice?
🟦 Chapter 1.3: Let’s Try This Together (Reflection Prompts)
Take a few quiet moments to reflect on what confidence means to you—not based on the world’s definition, but your own.
- What has shaped your definition of confidence over the years?
Think about messages from family, school, media, or your workplace. Whose voice are you still carrying? - When do you feel most grounded and present in yourself?
Not necessarily when you feel “bold”—but when you feel true. What are you doing in those moments? Who are you with? - What parts of your sensitive nature do you tend to hide or downplay?
What might shift if you allowed those parts to be more visible? - Is there a recent situation where you chose authenticity over performance?
What did that feel like in your body? What did it teach you?
What would it look like to walk into a room and own your space quietly?
Not through volume, but through presence. Through rootedness. Through clarity.
✍️ Worksheet: Embracing My Sensitive Strengths
Use the questions below to explore how sensitivity shows up in your life and where it feels empowering or challenging. You can write in your journal, type directly below, or download a printable version.
Prefer typing online and saving a copy?
👉 Click here to complete this worksheet in Google Form
📘 Mini Assignment: Rewriting the Narrative
Let’s flip the old script. Below are common statements sensitive people may have heard growing up. Your task is to rewrite each one into a personal affirmation of strength. This helps you rewire how you view your own sensitivity.
| What You Heard | Rewrite as Your Truth |
|---|---|
| “You’re too sensitive.” | “My sensitivity is my strength and my awareness.” |
| “You overthink too much.” | “My reflection helps me make wise, aligned choices.” |
| “You care too much.” | “Caring deeply is how I connect and lead with heart.” |
| “You need to be tougher.” | “True strength comes from understanding myself fully.” |
✨ Now Add Your Own:
When you’re ready, read your new truths aloud. Let them settle. Let them reshape how you see yourself.
Prefer typing online and keeping a copy?
👉 Complete this mini assignment via Google Form
🟪 Chapter 2: Building Resilience Without Losing Softness (Still to edit)
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Quiz: How Do You Recharge Emotionally?
📥 Download: Chapter 2 Reflection & Boundaries Tool
🔗 Take the online resilience quiz
📚 Research spotlight: Emotional regulation & nervous system insights
✍️ Worksheet: My Inner Resilience Map
Let’s reimagine what real strength looks like for you. This worksheet invites you to explore your emotional strengths, quiet coping strategies, and inner supports. Write freely or use short bullet points—whatever feels most natural.
Want to complete it digitally and save a copy?
👉 Fill this worksheet via Google Form
📝 Mini Assignment: Boundary Reframe Practice
We often struggle to set boundaries because we’re afraid they’ll hurt others or seem selfish.
Let’s gently reframe that.
Below are three common emotional boundary challenges. Rewrite each into a kind, clear inner affirmation.
| Challenge | Empowered Reframe |
|---|---|
| “I don’t want to disappoint them.” | “Saying no allows me to say yes to my well-being.” |
| “What if they think I’m being rude?” | “Clear communication is a form of care.” |
| “I feel bad turning down invitations.” | “Protecting my peace is how I stay present when it matters.” |
✨ Now try this:
Add two of your own boundary challenges and reframe them using the same approach. Write them in your journal, or use the worksheet version to reflect further.
Want to Go Deeper?
- 🧰 Your Emotional Resilience Builder Toolkit
- 🎧 A guided boundary meditation
- 📝 Additional prompts and downloadable resources
Available on your Chapter 2 page:
👉 Mastering Sensitivity Chapter 2
🟩 Chapter 3: Quiet Confidence & Authentic Presence (Still to edit)
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Assessment: How Do You Express Your Confidence?
📥 Download: Chapter 3 Authentic Expression Worksheet
🔗 Take the self-worth and presence quiz
📚 Read More: The Neuroscience of Confidence in Sensitive People
✍️ Worksheet: Quiet Confidence Reflection Journal
Confidence, for highly sensitive people, often begins with reclaiming the quiet truths we already know. This worksheet helps uncover those truths and gently brings them into the light of your awareness.
Want a printable version?
Want to complete it digitally and save a copy?
👉 Fill this worksheet via Google Form
📝 Mini Assignment: Create Your Quiet Power Statement
Confidence doesn’t have to be loud—but it does need to be owned.
Let’s create a short, clear Quiet Power Statement—something you can return to when you doubt yourself.
Use this template to craft your own:
“I am someone who [positive trait or quality]. I honour my sensitivity by [core value or boundary]. My presence is [unique strength]. I do not need to explain myself to be enough.”
Example:
“I am someone who sees things deeply. I honour my sensitivity by protecting my energy and speaking with intention. My presence is steady and clear. I don’t need to be loud to be powerful.”
🖋️ Now it’s your turn:
Write your version in a notebook, journal, or digital note.
Then read it aloud. Pin it somewhere visible.
Let it be your gentle reminder of who you already are.
Want to Go Deeper?
- 🧰 A printable Confidence Clarity Toolkit
- 🎧 A “Trusting Yourself” guided reflection
Explore more on your chapter tools page:
👉 Mastering Sensitivity Chapter 3
🟨 Chapter 4: Thriving in a Fast World Without Burnout (Still to edit)
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Checklist: Signs of Hidden Overwhelm
📥 Download: Chapter 4 Overstimulation & Rebalancing Tool
🔗 Take the quick burnout-check quiz
📚 Explore: Research on nervous system overstimulation in HSPs
✍️ Worksheet: Designing a Life That Honours Your Energy
Let’s move from survival to sustainability. This worksheet helps you reflect on what restores your spirit, what drains your energy, and how you might begin redefining success—on your own terms.
Want a printable version?
Want to complete it digitally and save a copy?
👉 Fill this worksheet via Google Form
📝 Mini Assignment: Create Your Burnout Buffer Plan
Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. It builds quietly—in the background of busy days and emotional overload. This gentle assignment helps you recognize your early signals and create a simple reset plan to protect your energy.
🔎 Part 1: Know Your Warning Signs
Check any that apply to you, or add your own:
- I get irritable more easily
- I start to withdraw from things I enjoy
- I lose my sense of creativity
- I wake up feeling more tired than rested
- I feel like I’m “on edge” for no clear reason
🖊️ What’s your unique burnout signal?
🌱 Part 2: Build a Reset Plan
Write down:
- One practice you can do daily to stay grounded
- One boundary you’ll protect weekly
- One permission you’ll give yourself this month
Example: I will take 15 minutes of quiet time every morning. I will say no to weekend commitments when I need rest. I will stop apologizing for needing alone time.
🧭 This isn’t indulgence—it’s sustainability.
Want to Go Deeper?
- 🛡️ Emotional Energy Reset Planner
- 🧘♂️ Guided “Return to Calm” audio reflection
Explore these tools at:
👉 Mastering Sensitivity Chapter 4
🟥 Chapter 5: Leadership for Sensitive Souls (Still to edit)
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Self-Reflection: Your Leadership Style
📥 Download: Chapter 5 Sensitivity in Leadership Assignment
🔗 Leadership strengths quiz
📚 Articles & case studies: Quiet influence and empathetic leadership
✍️ Worksheet: Your Quiet Leadership Blueprint
Let’s redefine leadership through your sensitive lens. Use this journaling worksheet to uncover how you lead naturally—and where you might still be holding back.
Want a printable version?
Want to complete it digitally and save a copy?
👉 Fill this worksheet via Google Form
📝 Mini Assignment: Own Your Leadership Identity
It’s time to own your role as a sensitive leader—not someday, but now. This gentle yet powerful practice invites you to define what leadership means for you as a deeply feeling, intuitive, and heart-centered person.
✍️ Create Your Sensitive Leadership Statement
Use the template below to craft a statement that feels true, grounded, and uniquely yours:
“I lead not through force, but through [insert your strength]. I guide others by [your way of supporting]. My presence is a source of [what you offer others].”
Example:
“I lead not through force, but through emotional clarity. I guide others by listening, reflecting, and helping them trust themselves. My presence is a source of calm and insight.”
🖊️ Now write your version below:
Revisit this statement often—especially on days when you forget who you already are.
Want to Go Deeper?
- 🧭 Your Sensitive Leadership Identity Guide
- 📄 Printable Clarity & Confidence Pack
- 🎙️ Interviews with quiet leaders, coaches, and empaths
Explore these resources at:
👉 Mastering Sensitivity Chapter 5
Or access all chapter tools at:
👉 Mastering Sensitivity Resource Hub
⬛ Chapter 6: Living Your Sensitive Power – The Path Forward (Still to edit)
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Planning Tool: Your Personal Integration Roadmap
📥 Download: Chapter 6 Vision & Alignment Worksheet
🔗 Self-alignment quiz
📚 Read More: Meaning-making, purpose, and self-actualization for HSPs
✍️ Worksheet: Creating My Sensitive Life Map
Use this worksheet to reconnect with your values and clarify your path forward—not perfectly, but intentionally.
Want a printable reflection journal for this chapter?
Want to complete it digitally and save a copy?
👉 Fill this worksheet via Google Form
📝 Mini Assignment: Write Your Inner Compass Statement
This is your closing declaration—not to impress anyone else, but to guide your steps when things feel noisy or uncertain. It’s an invitation to anchor yourself in clarity, self-trust, and inner truth.
✍️ Use this prompt to create your personal compass:
“I honour my sensitivity by ____. I no longer _____. I walk forward with ____ and ____.”
Example:
“I honour my sensitivity by choosing stillness over speed. I no longer chase validation. I walk forward with clarity and compassion.”
🖊️ Now write your version below:
Let this become your anchor—a reminder of what matters most, especially on days when you need to come home to yourself.
Want to Go Deeper?
- 🗺️ “My Sensitive Year” guided roadmap
- 🧭 Inner Compass templates & meditation
- 🌱 Next-step learning journeys based on your core sensitivity strengths
Visit your final chapter page:
👉 Mastering Sensitivity Chapter 6
Or explore all chapter tools at:
👉 Mastering Sensitivity Resource Hub
⬛ Chapter 7: SHEL: Sensitive, Heart-Centered, Ethical Leadership (Still to heavily edit)
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Planning Tool: Your Personal Integration Roadmap
📥 Download: Chapter 6 Vision & Alignment Worksheet
🔗 Self-alignment quiz
📚 Read More: Meaning-making, purpose, and self-actualization for HSPs
Section 1: Introduction (Text Block)
What if the future of leadership isn’t about being louder, tougher, or more strategic — but about being more human?
In this chapter, we explore a revolutionary idea: SHEL — a leadership philosophy rooted in Sensitivity, Heart-Centeredness, and Ethical Integrity.
Born from years of coaching, research, and quiet observation, SHEL invites us to lead not despite our emotional depth — but because of it.
Section 2: Pull-Quote (Text + Highlight Box)
“SHEL is not about performance. It’s about presence. It’s about leading from the inside out — with awareness, courage, and care.”
Section 3: Key Themes (3–Column Icon Text Block)
What You’ll Discover in This Chapter:
🌿 Why sensitivity is not a weakness, but a leadership superpower
💗 The six pillars of SHEL — and how they apply in real life
🌍 How SHEL leaders create safe, ethical, and emotionally intelligent spaces
Section 4: Visual Suggestion (Optional Graphic or Illustration Block)
Illustration Idea:
A soft compass made of six overlapping petals — each petal named after a SHEL pillar — radiating from a heart-centered core.
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Section 5: Reflection Tools Download (File Button Block)
Ready to Reflect?
Download the self-reflection tools that accompany Chapter 7 — including a personal SHEL quiz, worksheet, and a mini assignment to craft your leadership ethos.
Section 6: Deeper Dive CTA (Text + Button Block)
Curious to learn more about SHEL and how it’s transforming the way we lead, live, and connect?
Section 7: Final Note (Text Block)
SHEL is still evolving — just like you.
This chapter invites you not to adopt a new method, but to return to what’s always been within you: the strength to lead with softness, the clarity to act with integrity, and the presence to lift others by being truly yourself.
🌍 Extended Recommended Resources for Mastering Sensitivity (Still to edit)
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While this book is grounded in contemporary research and lived experience, I want to honour the voices—both modern and timeless—that have long spoken to the sensitive soul.
Curated to reflect universal insight, cross-cultural relevance, and human-to-human understanding of sensitivity.
📚 1. Extended Recommended Reading List
(Books by global voices on sensitivity, emotional intelligence, self-acceptance, leadership, and personal growth)
The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine N. Aron
A foundational work in understanding high sensitivity as a trait, backed by decades of research. A must-read for anyone beginning their sensitivity journey.Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain
Celebrates the quiet strengths of introverts and sensitive individuals in a culture that rewards loudness.The Empath’s Survival Guide by Judith Orloff, M.D.
A practical manual for managing energy, emotions, and boundaries as a sensitive empath.The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown
Encourages embracing our true selves with courage, vulnerability, and self-compassion—a message deeply resonant with sensitive readers.Emotional Agility by Susan David
Helps sensitive individuals understand and navigate emotions with flexibility and strength.Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach
Blends Western psychology with Eastern wisdom to promote deep self-acceptance and compassion.The Art of Listening by Erich Fromm
An insightful classic that speaks to the heart of sensitivity—deep listening, presence, and human connection.On Becoming a Person by Carl R. Rogers
A human-centered approach to personal growth and authentic living. Rogers’ philosophy strongly aligns with sensitivity as a strength.Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ by Daniel Goleman
Introduces emotional intelligence as an essential trait for success in relationships and leadership—something sensitive people often naturally excel in.You Are the One You’ve Been Waiting For by Richard Schwartz (Internal Family Systems)
Deepens emotional understanding and integration of sensitive parts of the self.The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
Mindfulness and presence as gateways to deeper sensitivity, inner peace, and clarity.The Wisdom of Insecurity by Alan Watts
A philosophical yet accessible reflection on embracing uncertainty—perfect for sensitive minds that tend to seek control.The Book of Life by J. Krishnamurti
A globally respected Indian philosopher’s human-to-human meditations on awareness, perception, and personal truth.Sensitive Is the New Strong by Anita Moorjani
A voice from Asia, this book explores how sensitives can reclaim their inner strength without losing their tenderness.
➡️ For more global recommendations, visit:
🔗 www.kyts.in/mahesh-sharma/mastering-sensitivity/resources-hub#reading
🌐 2. Extended Recommended Websites
(Go-to destinations for science, insight, and support on sensitivity and related themes)
- Dr. Elaine Aron’s HSP Website
The official website of psychologist and researcher Dr. Elaine Aron, who pioneered the study of Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs). This site offers scientific information, personal insights, self-tests, and helpful resources for sensitive individuals and their loved ones. - Highly Sensitive Refuge
An inclusive online community and blog offering articles, personal stories, and coping strategies written by and for highly sensitive people and empaths. Topics include relationships, careers, overstimulation, and emotional boundaries. - The Greater Good Science Center (UC Berkeley)
A science-based site that explores the psychology and neuroscience of well-being. It provides research-backed articles, tools, and podcasts focused on empathy, mindfulness, resilience, and emotional intelligence. - Psychology Today
A well-known resource for articles on mental health, emotional sensitivity, and self-awareness. Features writings by psychologists, therapists, and researchers from around the world, covering a wide spectrum of emotional experiences. - The School of Life
Founded by philosopher Alain de Botton, this site offers deep philosophical and emotional perspectives on everyday life. It includes articles, courses, and videos on emotional intelligence, relationships, and understanding yourself with compassion. - Sensitive Empowerment by Julie Bjelland
Created by HSP psychotherapist Julie Bjelland, this platform includes podcasts, coaching, and courses tailored specifically to sensitive people looking to thrive in their personal and professional lives. - Mindful.org
A trusted platform focused on mindfulness practices that support calm, clarity, and emotional resilience. Especially helpful for sensitive readers who need grounding techniques and gentle lifestyle support. - Dare to Lead by Brené Brown
Part of Brené Brown’s larger platform, this site dives into leadership, courage, vulnerability, and empathy. While not specific to sensitivity, it’s deeply aligned with the emotional landscape of sensitive and intuitive individuals. - Insight Timer
An app-based resource with a web portal offering free guided meditations, music, and talks by global teachers. Great for sensitive souls looking for daily grounding, emotional regulation, and spiritual calm. - Heartfulness.org
A global resource for heart-centred meditation and inner stillness. Rooted in simplicity and presence, Heartfulness offers gentle, practical tools for cultivating emotional balance, self-awareness, and spiritual depth—especially supportive for sensitive individuals seeking peace amidst the noise. - Therapist Aid
Though designed for professionals, this site includes free downloadable worksheets, tools, and guides on topics like boundaries, emotional regulation, and self-awareness—perfect for personal reflection. - Know Your True Self ® Research Academy (KYTS) by Mahesh Sharma
A distinguished organization specializing in coaching, mentoring, research, and training within the domains of behavioural sciences, energy psychology, mind-body integration, and empathetic, heart-centered leadership for sensitive individuals. The academy offers valuable insights, research findings, and practical resources dedicated to exploring the inner life and personal development of human beings. - Mahesh Sharma Insights
Mahesh Sharma is a distinguished coach, mentor, and speaker, as well as a recognized humanist, researcher, and explorer. As the author of “Mastering Sensitivity” and the originator of the series “The Sensitive Edge,” Sharma offers valuable guidance and knowledge for sensitive individuals. His work, personal journey, and contributions as a change-maker and mentor are available for exploration, providing fellow sensitive individuals with inspiration and practical support.
- Dr. Elaine Aron’s HSP Website
➡️ For expanded website recommendations, visit:
🔗 www.kyts.in/mahesh-sharma/mastering-sensitivity/resources-hub#websites
📄 3. Extended Recommended Research Papers and Articles
Explore the science behind sensitivity, empathy, and emotional depth. These curated research studies and articles help validate and deepen our understanding of what it means to be a sensitive person in today’s world.
Sensory-Processing Sensitivity and Its Correlates
Elaine N. Aron & Arthur Aron, 1997
This foundational research introduced the concept of Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS), highlighting the biological basis of sensitivity in about 15–20% of the population.
🔗 Read on ResearchGateThe Highly Sensitive Person: A Review
Acevedo, B. P., Aron, E. N., et al., 2014
This paper offers a neuroscientific view on sensitivity, using fMRI studies to show increased brain activity in regions associated with empathy and awareness in highly sensitive individuals.
🔗 Read on SpringerLinkNeuroscience of Empathy and Compassion: Understanding Others’ Emotions
Singer, T. & Klimecki, O., 2014
Explores the neural mechanisms behind empathy and compassion, distinguishing between empathic distress and healthy compassionate engagement.
🔗 Read on PubMedHighly Sensitive Persons and Emotional Intelligence
Siegmund, M. & Wingenfeld, K., 2017
This article examines the correlation between high sensitivity and emotional intelligence—highlighting how emotionally sensitive individuals often score higher on EI measures.
🔗 Read Abstract on ScienceDirectBrain Connectivity and Sensory Processing Sensitivity
Acevedo, B. P. et al., 2018
Provides evidence from brain imaging that highly sensitive people have stronger connectivity in regions involved in awareness, self-reflection, and empathy.
🔗 Read on Frontiers in PsychologyEmpathy: A Social Neuroscience Perspective
Decety, J. & Jackson, P. L., 2004
A comprehensive look at the brain systems responsible for empathy, including the role of mirror neurons—especially relevant to understanding sensitivity in social contexts.
🔗 Read on PubMedThe Highly Sensitive Brain: An fMRI Study of Youth with High SPS
Acevedo et al., 2020
Latest research expanding understanding of how sensitivity manifests in younger populations, showing heightened emotional reactivity and deeper emotional processing.
🔗 Read Abstract on Wiley Online LibraryThe Mirror Neuron System and Empathy
Iacoboni, M., 2009
Explores the discovery of mirror neurons and their key role in empathy, emotional attunement, and the deep interpersonal sensitivity experienced by HSPs.
🔗 Read on Harvard Review of Psychiatry
➡️ For a curated and evolving research archive, visit:
🔗 www.kyts.in/mahesh-sharma/mastering-sensitivity/resources-hub#research
⬛ Mastering Sensitivity Resources Hub (Still to edit)
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