Esther Kane, MSW, RSW, RCC
Esther Kane, MSW, RCC
How Sensitive People Can Have The Best Relationships with Lisa Chen, LMFT
How Sensitive People Can Have The Best Relationships with Lisa Chen, LMFT
How Sensitive People Can Have The Best Relationships with Lisa Chen, LMFT
Wednesday 1st October 2025
Explore how highly sensitive people can transform their sensitivity into a relationship superpower with expert insights from Lisa Chen, LMFT.
28 minutes
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Author:
Esther Kane, MSW, RSW, RCC
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Navigating Intimate Relationships
Healing Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Being highly sensitive can be a strength in relationships.
- HSPs are often more attuned to their partner's needs.
- Sensitivity can lead to both deep connection and potential conflict.
- Communication and boundaries are key for HSPs in relationships.
- Learning to manage your own emotions is crucial for HSPs.
Hsps are so attuned and bring attunement.
Ever been told you're too sensitive in your relationships? This episode of 'Compassionate Conversations' challenges that notion by suggesting that being a highly sensitive person (HSP) can be a tremendous asset in love. Esther Kane, a seasoned psychotherapist, invites Lisa Chen, a fellow psychotherapist and a highly sensitive person (HSP) herself, to discuss the unique dynamics that HSPs bring to their relationships.
Lisa, who once worked as a corporate executive, now uses her experiences to help highly sensitive people and couples transform their sensitivity into a superpower. Together, they chat about the often misunderstood nature of high sensitivity in romantic settings. Contrary to popular belief, being highly sensitive can enhance emotional intelligence and create deeply attuned connections with partners. However, it also comes with challenges like setting boundaries and managing emotional overload.
Lisa shares practical strategies for highly sensitive individuals to manage their emotions effectively, like recognising personal limits and taking breaks when feeling overwhelmed. Esther and Lisa also discuss the importance of communication and understanding in relationships where one partner is highly sensitive and the other is not. They explore how to navigate potential conflicts by slowing down conversations and recognising each other's emotional needs.
The episode is a heartfelt conversation filled with humour, personal stories, and practical advice for anyone navigating relationships as a highly sensitive person. Whether you're an HSP or have a loved one who is, this episode offers valuable perspectives on embracing sensitivity as a strength rather than a weakness. Are you ready to turn your sensitivity into your greatest relationship asset?