April 10, 2024

Being a highly sensitive woman in this world is like having a finely-tuned instrument. Natural sensitivity is a common trait for many, but for highly sensitive women – they have an incredible depth of perception. Life unfolds as a symphony of sensations, each note resonating with a profound intensity.

For highly sensitive women, they absorb the nuances, layers and textures of their environment. While this heightened sensitivity has its challenges, there are beautiful gifts of being a highly sensitive woman.

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Highly sensitive women notice intricacies and complexities wherever they are. 

You can spend an afternoon at the beach with your friend and have the most breathtaking body and spiritual experience. Your friend may enjoy watching the waves, splashing in the water and relaxing on the warm sand. They cherish the day with their natural senses and how it feels to them.

For you, being near the waves is mesmerizing. You are enchanted by that stunning green color that shows when each wave turns over and crashes. You carefully watch the undulating waves. You feel every rumble of the ocean, the vastness of the sounds vibrate through you. It’s like feeling the heartbeat of the earth in your body. The saltwater tickles your nose and the little drops kiss your skin. You feel every little sparkle of the sea glistening on your skin. You are in awe of the astounding sight of the ocean.

For so many, a moment at the beach is a beautiful and memorable time. For highly sensitive women, it can be almost overwhelming and yet, healing and restorative. An exchange between yourself and the earth. An indescribable secret.

In the ever fast-moving society we live in, there is such an emphasis on keeping up with everyone else “the crowd.” Attention spans are shorter and it always seems like people are racing towards the next thing without fully appreciating the present moment. 

For a highly sensitive women, this rush to keep pace with society can feel out of sync with their innate rhythm. They are the ones who pause to notice the delicate dance of a butterfly's wings or the way sunlight filters through the leaves of a tree. While others may hurry past, they find peace in the quiet moments, where the world slows down just enough for them to fully immerse themselves in its beauty.

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Highly sensitive women are uniquely attuned to interconnections within different layers of life: humanity, nature, energetics and spirituality. 

You notice the big and small details in life and how they’re related to each other. In the summer, picking a spinach leaf can be a transformative experience for a highly sensitive woman. As you hold the vibrant green leaf, you notice the veins running through it. You hold the leaf up to the sunlight to admire it. While tracing the lines with your eyes and fingertips, you feel something light up within you. You put the leaf down so it’s parallel to the ground and notice how the veins remind you of something: tributaries that flow to a larger body of water. The veins resemble those smaller streams. 

For so much of life, this is how you perceive it. This is your magic. The highly sensitive way you interact with the world helps others to see it too, when you are ready to share with them. In a society that values toughness and conformity, your perspective shows others there is depth, expansiveness and softness in life. Your sensitivity reminds people of the goodness all around them, even in the ordinary.

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Highly sensitive women see the beauty and possibility all around them.

In working with highly sensitive and creative women, many talk about being multi-passionate. It makes sense that they identify this way, as their heightened awareness allows them to uncover hidden treasures in the most unexpected places.

Highly sensitive women are naturally drawn to explore a multitude of interests. Each passion they pursue is a reflection of their curiosity and thirst for knowledge. They immerse themselves in the joy of discovery and creation.

Society often tells us to focus on one thing and become an “expert” at it. Similar to finishing high school and being expected to choose a specific career path. In entrepreneurship, some have mentioned feeling that being multi-passionate is a burden. Yet, these interests and gifts are what create freshness and inspire others to dream. Being able to see the beauty and possibility is also what naturally draws people to the work and presence of highly sensitive people.

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In this busy world, highly sensitive women notice and appreciate life's details and connections. Their natural gifts for seeing the beauty in everyday moments sets them apart. While society may not always understand their many interests and depth, these traits bring a unique perspective to their work and life. By staying true to themselves and being open to new experiences, sensitive women inspire us to find beauty in the world.

~Angela

Hello and welcome. I’m Angela.

I support sensitive women solopreneurs as a thought partner, drawing on 10 years of experience as a public educator. I believe a sustainable business thrives when aligned with your natural rhythms and energy, allowing for a fulfilling life and time to create. My writings blend practical strategies with empathetic support. If you seek a business that honors your sensitivity, values, and quality of life, you’re in the right place. I am glad you are here.