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Jul 6, 2022Liked by Jessica Wilen

Eye opening! This article made me realize I’m a highly sensitive parent. Things make more sense from my journey through life and as a first time mama. And explains my deeper connection and feelings at times. And dislike for noises and more! Thank you for this!

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This was excellent, Jessica. I definitely think my highly sensitive traits make me a better parent and a better employee, but there are challenges and downsides, for sure. Knowing how to cope -- even if I'm not always successful at the actual coping -- helps tremendously.

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Brilliant newsletter Jessica. My three year old has started shouting alot, particularly in the bath, and it drives me crazy. Makes me feel so stressed. I'm quite sensitive to noise.

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super helpful stuff here! ive wondered lately if i wouldnt be much happier if i just let my kids watch a planned hour of TV every day (im very stingy about it). i think i would be a much happier person with that guaranteed time (in addition to rest time) to be off the clock, recharging and decompressing.

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