In this milestone 100th episode of The Sensitivity Doctor, host Amelia welcomes Amanda Robinson, a counselor, play therapist, and author, to explore the unique needs of highly sensitive children (HSCs). Just in time for the holiday season, Amanda shares practical strategies to help parents nurture and empower their HSCs while managing overstimulation and big emotions. Key highlights include identifying traits of highly sensitive children, building resilience through empathy, and celebrating sensitivity as a strength. Amanda introduces her workbook, My Highly Sensitive Child Workbook, and its empowering activity, “Sensitivity is a Superpower,” which helps kids embrace their sensitivity. This episode offers tools to support HSCs while encouraging balance, healthy boundaries, and calm during the busy holidays.
Key takeaways:
Highly sensitive children process overstimulation more intensely, making empathy and understanding essential in helping them navigate overwhelming situations.
Building resilience in highly sensitive kids comes from connection, validation, and understanding—not from forcing them to "toughen up" or dismissing their struggles.
Sensitivity is a strength that brings creativity, empathy, and deep insight. These traits should be celebrated and nurtured rather than seen as weaknesses.
Parents who recognize their own sensitivity can better support their children by modeling self-compassion, emotional regulation, and healthy boundaries.
Balancing empathy with empowerment is key to supporting highly sensitive children. Encouraging problem-solving and independence helps them build confidence while feeling understood.