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HSP Connections
The Information Directory for the Highly Sensitive Person
HSP Connections: Where HSPs find HSP-friendly web sites, HSP groups, books, professionals, products, services and more!
One of the frequent challenges that faces many Highly Sensitive People is a need to understand the trait fully-- often in the face of limited available information. HSPs want to learn about themselves, so they can incorporate that knowledge into a lifestyle that allows them to honor the trait, while remaining functional in the context of the "greater" world.

For the HSP, the old saying "knowledge is power" holds particularly true since we often have different needs than most other people. Whereas general worldwide awareness of High Sensitivity and HSPs continues to grow rapidly, it is still up to the indvidual HSP to learn as much as possible about his/her trait so as to be able to interact with others from a place of understanding and acceptance, rather than confusion and defensiveness.
A Directory of Resources for HSPs, recommended by HSPs
"HSP Connections" is a collaborative effort to bring together a large variety of "book" and "human" resources for HSPs in one convenient location. It is truly "our" directory because every resource has been recommended by fellow HSPs-- nobody pays to be included in the directory, and we do not sell advertising space. Resources are updated continuously, with new editions of the paper directory published as changing information warrants it.

The next scheduled print edition is slated for publication in late September 2008, and will include more than 250 "HSP-relevant" listings, ranging from books to life coaches to therapists to discussion and support groups. In addition, you'll find select articles on issues of importance to HSPs, as well as a selection of favorite quotes submitted by contributors.
The printed version of HSP Connections is offered in two versions:

The Free Sample Version is a compilation of the most "essential" resources for someone who has recently discovered they are an HSP. It includes key books, web sites and other places to go for more information about the trait. It is available as a free Adobe PDF document you can download, view and print at home.

The Full Version is a large format bound booklet, which includes an extensive booklist, contact information for Therapists, Life Coaches, support groups, information on web sites, HSP-owned businesses and much more. Copies of the September 2008 edition will cost US$ 10.00 per copy as a printed book, or $7.00 as an electronic Adobe PDF file sent to you via email. Orders are accepted online, or through the mail. If you order a printed directory, it will arrive in the mail within a week after your payment is received. International orders accepted,

Note: The most recent printed edition of HSP Connections is sold out. Because the format of the directory is being changed, the full version on line has been disabled until the September 2008 version is published. However, many of the resources can be found on this web site.
How to get a copy of "HSP Connections"
New Focus in 2008: Connecting HSPs with other HSPs
The original "mission" of HSP Connections was to connect HSPs around the world with the information and resources they needed to learn more about the trait, as part of the process of integrating High Sensitivity into their daily lives.

Starting in July of 2008, we have been adding to that original goal, through a new focus on "helping HSPs connect with other HSPs."

HSP Connections has long been a supporter of the periodic HSP Gatherings, but now we're taking the "connections" idea one step further: Providing the most extensive listing of local and regional groups for HSPs on the web.

We're gradually building a new Local HSP Groups page, where people can find information about where to find HSPs in their own area. If you are looking for other HSPs in your part of the world, check it out today!