Are You A Highly Sensitive Person?
Discover your sensitivity levels and how they affect your interactions with the world around you.
1. When you see someone upset, what is your first instinct?
I feel a little uncomfortable but keep my distance.
I try to understand their situation and offer advice.
I don’t usually pay much attention to others' feelings.
I feel their pain and want to help immediately.
2. How do you generally respond to criticism?
I brush it off; it doesn’t bother me much.
I take it very personally and feel hurt.
I consider it and try to improve.
I typically don’t let it affect me at all.
3. What do you do when you have an overwhelming day?
I need to take time alone to process everything.
I don’t really feel overwhelmed by days like that.
I talk it out with friends or family.
I keep busy and try to move on quickly.
4. How do you feel about watching emotional movies or shows?
I don't really get affected by them at all.
I mostly enjoy the entertainment, not the emotions.
I feel emotions, but I try to stay rational.
I cry and feel deeply connected to the characters.
5. When faced with conflict, how do you typically react?
I tend to feel anxious and overwhelmed.
I usually just walk away from conflict.
I assert my opinion strongly, no matter the situation.
I try to find a compromise calmly.