If you have ever been told that you are “too sensitive,” “too emotional,” or “need to toughen up,” you are not alone. Being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) is not a flaw or weakness; it is simply a different way of experiencing the world. According to psychologist Dr. Elaine Aron, who coined the term, about 15–20% of the population falls into this category. That means your nervous system processes stimuli like sound, light, people’s moods, or your own emotions, more deeply t