033- Embracing High Sensitivity in Parenting with Zia Hassan

Welcome back to "Parenting the Intensity"!

In this episode, we are joined by the insightful Zia Hassan, a highly sensitive person himself and the parent of highly sensitive children. Zia brings a unique perspective, drawing from his experiences as a highly sensitive individual, a professional skills trainer, and a coach for new dads and career transition. Together with our host, Anouk, Zia shares his journey of navigating high sensitivity, coping mechanisms, and the impact of sensitivity on parenting. Tune in as we explore the strengths, challenges, and coping strategies related to high sensitivity in children and adults.

3 key takeaways:

1️⃣ Embracing Highly Sensitive Children: Zia Hassan discusses his own highly sensitive nature and the impact it has had on his life and parenting. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing highly sensitive children, providing support and coping mechanisms tailored to their individual needs.

2️⃣ Practical Coping Mechanisms for Highly Sensitive Individuals: Zia shares practical coping mechanisms for highly sensitive individuals, such as using noise-canceling headphones, a white noise machine, and earplugs to manage sensory stimuli like sound. He also emphasizes the value of mindfulness techniques and assertive communication to navigate overwhelming situations.

3️⃣ Harnessing the Strength of High Sensitivity: Zia Hassan views high sensitivity as a superpower and believes that parents should help their sensitive children express themselves, fostering a unique perspective on the world. He advocates for understanding and empathy toward highly sensitive individuals, highlighting the potential for positive impact with the right guidance and support.

"The thing about stimulus is that for people like me, when we're encountering a strong feeling or a strong smell or sound or whatever it might be, There's no gap between that stimulus and our response to it."

Connect with Zia Hassan:

Website: 1-1 Coaching to Navigate Your First Time Fatherhood Journey (firststepsdad.coach)

Instagram: Zia Hassan (@ziahassan) • Instagram photos and videos

LinkedIn: zia-s-hassan

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