They wrote, "The only difference between a good day and a bad day is your attitude.” https://the-haven.co/toxic-positivity/

Think and Grow Rich is still one of the most enduring and influential self-help books of all time. But why? https://the-haven.co/think-and-grow-rich-self-help-history/

There is a difference between disclosure and trust. Jumping into “fun facts” can leave us feeling exposed rather than connected. This may linger in the nervous system through regret and shame. https://the-haven.co/icebreakers-and-social-sensitivity/

Cruel optimism is what happens when the very things we cling to for hope, success, productivity, positivity, become the sources of our suffering. https://the-haven.co/toxic-positivity/

Have you ever been told to come out of your shell? https://the-haven.co/come-out-of-your-shell/

Anticipatory dread isn’t inherently "bad". There are many undesirable things we need to do as part of life. But noticing it can be powerful because we don’t need to stay stuck there when it sabotages our relationship with every commitment and event. https://the-haven.co/two-sides-of-anticipation/

Do you know why men really go bald? Napoleon reveals all... https://the-haven.co/think-and-grow-rich-self-help-history/

Nothing in the universe grows endlessly without limits. Infinite economic growth is inherently unsustainable and defies the natural laws of balance and resource availability. https://the-haven.co/active-hope-with-cindy-gale/

Not every HSP reacts the same way. Some feel compelled to help, others want to escape the weight of unspoken tensions. Personality, personal history, and social roles all play a part. https://the-haven.co/social-sensitivity/

Napoleon Hill created the self-help influencer blueprint back in 1937 https://the-haven.co/think-and-grow-rich-self-help-history/

Many highly sensitive people need time to pause and check before jumping into social interaction. This isn’t about fear or social anxiety - it’s a natural regulation strategy that helps us process our surroundings and determine if it’s safe... https://the-haven.co/icebreakers-and-social-sensitivity/

"You can’t build the new without breaking the old." https://the-haven.co/07-you-cant-build-the-new-without-breaking-the-old/

Over time, we stop asking “Why do I care about this?” and instead ask “What do I get for it?” https://the-haven.co/hooked-by-rewards/

More sensitive individuals might be attuned to micro-expressions, body language, tone changes, and subtle group dynamics. This can give them a natural ability to “read the room,” but it can also lead to emotional absorption and a tendency to take responsib... https://the-haven.co/social-sensitivity/

The industrial growth society (capitalism) relies on hierarchical and competitive structures where power is understood as "power over" others. This "win-lose" mindset erodes trust, connection, and creative collaboration. https://the-haven.co/active-hope-with-cindy-gale/

Icebreaker activities are intended to reduce tension and help people connect quickly. But there may be times when they have the opposite effect. https://the-haven.co/icebreakers-and-social-sensitivity/

Have we agreed on the point at which we will jettison this process before we start? https://the-haven.co/hooked-by-rewards/

Is creative freedom about removing constraints and limits? https://the-haven.co/07-you-cant-build-the-new-without-breaking-the-old/

Is high sensitivity a legitimate trait, or a vague, unscientific label? https://the-haven.co/is-high-sensitivity-real/

Physical sensitivities aren’t universal. What feels overwhelming to you might not bother someone else—and that’s okay. https://the-haven.co/physical-sensitivities/

I’m putting together the next episode in my history of self help series. So much to say about Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. It’s going to be tricky editing this one down.

An introvert isn't just an extrovert who hasn't escaped their shell yet https://the-haven.co/come-out-of-your-shell/

“I am not the weather. I am the wide and open sky, and so I can let pain move through me and out of me.” - Josie George https://the-haven.co/a-still-life/

Why do some reject the “highly sensitive” label? https://the-haven.co/is-high-sensitivity-real/

Ever feel like you’re more affected by stimulation from the world around you than others seem to be? You might be a highly sensitive person. https://the-haven.co/differential-susceptibility-and-high-sensitivity/

For highly sensitive people, it’s essential to define and understand our personal measures of success: What truly matters to you? Would you still pursue this if external rewards didn’t come? What do you do despite the threats asso... https://the-haven.co/boundaries-and-excitement-with-leah-burkhart/

Have you ever wished away something you were deeply excited about or grateful for? https://the-haven.co/two-sides-of-anticipation/

Active hope isn't discovered in an armchair or without risk. https://the-haven.co/active-hope-with-cindy-gale/

Sometimes, the obstacle isn’t the way. It's just an obstacle. https://the-haven.co/a-still-life/

What clues tell you whether you’re in a state of anticipatory dread or anticipatory openness? https://the-haven.co/two-sides-of-anticipation/

Waiting for perfection https://the-haven.co/done-is-better-than-perfect/

An eggshell might represent a period of healing, learning, or self-discovery for us. It’s a space where we process experiences, feel safe, and prepare. https://the-haven.co/come-out-of-your-shell/

Am I the content or the container? https://the-haven.co/07-you-cant-build-the-new-without-breaking-the-old/

The most radical act may be to slow down. https://the-haven.co/forest-of-wool-and-steel/

When has slowing down revealed something that hurriedness would have caused you to miss? https://the-haven.co/forest-of-wool-and-steel/

Perfectionism isn’t necessarily about high standards. https://the-haven.co/done-is-better-than-perfect/

Preferences vs. Needs: What’s the difference for HSPs? Preference: You might prefer quiet spaces, but you can tolerate some noise. Need: If bright lights give you a headache, avoiding them isn’t a preference—it’s a need. https://the-haven.co/physical-sensitivities/

This notion of “Hell yes!” might look and feel very different to someone with a more sensitive nervous system https://the-haven.co/boundaries-and-excitement-with-leah-burkhart/

Mastery isn't about conquering; it's about collaboration, listening, and understanding with more than the mind https://the-haven.co/forest-of-wool-and-steel/

A noisy life can be shallow, and a shallow life can be noisy https://the-haven.co/a-still-life/

Sometimes we strive for perfection to stay hidden. If it’s never finished, it never has to be seen. https://the-haven.co/done-is-better-than-perfect/

What’s one sensitivity you’ve had to defend or explain to others? https://the-haven.co/physical-sensitivities/

If you are highly sensitive, you might notice that some people thrive in environments where you feel discombobulated. Conversely, when conditions feel right, you may experience more intense joy, connection, and growth than oth... https://the-haven.co/differential-susceptibility-and-high-sensitivity/

Intuition can be both a strength and a vulnerability for sensitive people. It’s wise to ask: Is this gut feeling rooted in the present, or the past? https://the-haven.co/social-sensitivity/

Just wrapped up 13,197 words on As a Man Thinketh by James Allen. One podcast has turned into a series. Interesting to explore it alongside our zine theme, “It’s the thought that counts.” Hoping to get it recorded later this week.

How do we sustainably maintain authentic excitement? https://the-haven.co/boundaries-and-excitement-with-leah-burkhart/

There is a difference between disclosure and trust. Jumping into “fun facts” can leave us feeling exposed rather than connected. This may linger in the nervous system through regret and shame. https://the-haven.co/icebreakers-and-social-sensitivity/

It’s difficult to walk away from something we’ve invested in... https://the-haven.co/hooked-by-rewards/

Not every HSP reacts the same way. Some feel compelled to help, others want to escape the weight of unspoken tensions. Personality, personal history, and social roles all play a part. https://the-haven.co/social-sensitivity/

Why is high sensitivity sometimes met with skepticism? https://the-haven.co/is-high-sensitivity-real/