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Sensory Seeking and Sensory Overload. What's the Difference?

Sensory Seeking and Sensory Overload. What's th...

Kendra Koch

You've probably heard of sensory overload, but have you heard of sensory seeking? Learn what they are, what makes them different, and how they overlap.

Sensory Seeking and Sensory Overload. What's th...

Kendra Koch

You've probably heard of sensory overload, but have you heard of sensory seeking? Learn what they are, what makes them different, and how they overlap.

The Spoon Theory: What It Is and How it Can Help You Manage Overwhelm - Touchy Feely

The Spoon Theory: What It Is and How it Can Hel...

Kendra Koch

The Spoon Theory is a powerful metaphor that has helped to foster empathy and understanding for individuals living with chronic illness and mental health challenges. By spreading awareness and using...

The Spoon Theory: What It Is and How it Can Hel...

Kendra Koch

The Spoon Theory is a powerful metaphor that has helped to foster empathy and understanding for individuals living with chronic illness and mental health challenges. By spreading awareness and using...

How are HSPs Portrayed in the Media? Let's Take a Look - Touchy Feely

How are HSPs Portrayed in the Media? Let's Take...

Kasia Manolas

At Touchy Feely, we disagree with most media that paints sensitivity in a negative light. While sensitivity or disability often does come with challenges, it also comes with many strengths and benefits...

How are HSPs Portrayed in the Media? Let's Take...

Kasia Manolas

At Touchy Feely, we disagree with most media that paints sensitivity in a negative light. While sensitivity or disability often does come with challenges, it also comes with many strengths and benefits...

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Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, and Dyscalculia: What’s t...

Kasia Manolas

Dysgraphia, dyslexia and dyscalculia are forms of neurodivergence that are also categorized as learning disabilities. While each of these conditions give individuals a unique way of thinking and seeing the...

Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, and Dyscalculia: What’s t...

Kasia Manolas

Dysgraphia, dyslexia and dyscalculia are forms of neurodivergence that are also categorized as learning disabilities. While each of these conditions give individuals a unique way of thinking and seeing the...

13 Ways that ADHD Presents in Adults

13 Ways that ADHD Presents in Adults

Kasia Manolas

What happens to children with ADHD? They become adults with ADHD! While adults with ADHD may have some coping strategies in place, they still may need support. Also, there are many...

13 Ways that ADHD Presents in Adults

Kasia Manolas

What happens to children with ADHD? They become adults with ADHD! While adults with ADHD may have some coping strategies in place, they still may need support. Also, there are many...

How to Respond if Someone Discloses a Mental Health Condition With You - Touchy Feely

How to Respond if Someone Discloses a Mental He...

Kasia Manolas

Knowing how to respond when someone discloses a mental health condition can be tricky. Here's our take on how to be compassionate and helpful.

How to Respond if Someone Discloses a Mental He...

Kasia Manolas

Knowing how to respond when someone discloses a mental health condition can be tricky. Here's our take on how to be compassionate and helpful.