If you are reading this page, you probably think your son or daughter might be highly sensitive.

Most infants and children are not bothered by what you feed them, by loud noises from the stereo or the television, or by harsh lights, but highly sensitive infants and children seem to notice every small change in their food, loud noises startle them and bright lights might make them uncomfortable to the point of crying.

When they get older, usually they become emotionally sensitive too. They get very easily overwhelmed by stressful situations, they worry more and they cry easily when their feelings are hurt. Also, they worry more and they are usually very cautious before taking a decision ore before jumping in. To many they may seem shy or afraid when they are merely observing. The slightly older sensitive child might stand out as an extremely kind human being, who gets upset by injustice, cruelty or irresponsibility.
Many things can be said about highly sensitive children, and no description will give an exact character image of your child. Every child is unique as a result of a unique combination of inherited traits, different upbringing and school experiences. Your highly sensitive child may be extroverted or a loner, persistent or easily distracted, controlling and difficult to please or extremely easy to handle.

High sensitivity is found in 15 – 20% of children, in boys and girls alike. It is no unusual to find that one of the parents is also a highly sensitive person, as it seems to be an inherited trait.

As coach and highly sensitive person, I invite you to explore the subject of high sensitivity together. We can talk about the specific challenges your child is facing, and about how you can help him or her to stand stronger within himself. We’ll look at how he can be helped to embrace his sensitivity and not feel so easily overwhelmed in a not very sensitive world. Remember, being highly sensitive is a gift, and having a highly sensitive child might not always be easy, but it is a blessing. I’d very much like to help your child to blossom and thrive, and to become a healthy, loving, well-adjusted and happy being.