{"id":26493,"date":"2020-07-20T12:14:42","date_gmt":"2020-07-20T12:14:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sandbox.kazikasi.digital\/parentingspring.com\/?p=26493"},"modified":"2026-05-19T11:08:05","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T11:08:05","slug":"why-you-need-to-tweak-your-parenting-style-if-you-have-a-highly-sensitive-child-7-practical-suggestions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/she-develops.com\/wisdom\/2020\/07\/20\/why-you-need-to-tweak-your-parenting-style-if-you-have-a-highly-sensitive-child-7-practical-suggestions\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Need to Tweak Your Parenting Style if You Have a Highly Sensitive Child: 7 Practical Suggestions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maybe you have a strong hunch, like I do, that you are raising a highly sensitive child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If children were cute little packages that we order and have delivered at our doorsteps, yours would be handed down flashing the warning \u2018Fragile; Handle with care\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maybe your heart breaks like mine because you have missed that care label for a good number of years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thankfully, time has shattered the scales off your eyes, and you now see the tender heart snuggled inside your tot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If that\u2019s you, I get you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">15-20% of children across the globe are highly sensitive. These kids have a highly perceptive nervous system, as sharp as a glistening razor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This gives them an amplified awareness of their environment to which they respond with equal vigor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They basically wear their hearts on their sleeves round the clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But first things first, how do you tell if yours is a highly sensitive child (HSC)? Here are some traits that set these kids apart from their peers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">a) They are highly responsive to physical triggers like smells, lighting, and loud noises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">b) They swim in a rollercoaster of emotions; they cry often, worry too much, get too ecstatic, get too scared, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">c)They are exceptionally empathetic and loving<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">d)They are intuitive<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">e) They react sharply to physical pain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">f) They don\u2019t fancy change<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">g) They thrive on schedules, order, and predictability<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">h) They can be perfectionists<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">i) They may prefer quiet play over group activities with their peers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">j) They reflect deeply and will knock your socks off with conversations well above their age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">k) They will do anything to steer out of trouble. Lying is one of their favorite routes of escape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For in-depth scrutiny into whether your child is HS or not, take a peek at <a href=\"https:\/\/hsperson.com\/test\/highly-sensitive-child-test\/\">this test<\/a> drafted by Elaine Aron, author of <em>The Highly sensitive Child<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In essence, HSC emotions are as fragile as butterfly wings. They are often sulking and bawling at stuff that other kids easily shrug off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can be awfully hard for these kids to chin up because we all know that life has its fair share of bumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parents\/guardians need to tweak their parenting strategies to help these kids cope. Here are 7 practical tips on handling HSC:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. ACCEPT THEM AS THEY ARE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I have squandered a great chunk of time trying to change my daughter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trying to persuade her to \u2018toughen up\u2019 and take things in her stride like other children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I can confirm that it has been a total waste of time (do not try this strategy at home).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She is wired that way and her creator must have deemed her perfect before dispatching her into my hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first and foundational step in handling HSC is to make peace with their sensitivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After all, being highly sensitive is merely a temperament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is not a flaw or a malfunction.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. TAP INTO THEIR GIFTS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Imagine receiving a set of luxurious dinnerware made of bone china as a birthday gift. Very glossy, stellar quality, intricately ornate, and quite pricy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You would be ecstatic, wouldn\u2019t you? Would you sulk at its fragility? Would you be disappointed that you can\u2019t toss the plates around without care?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I bet you wouldn\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You would revel in its beauty and class. You would keep an eye on your dinner set like you would an infant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being fragile would be a minor detail you can live with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s how sensitive kids are. Snuggled beneath their tender hearts are mind-blowing abilities.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Due to their heightened sense of perception, they tend to be gifted both intellectually and creatively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are also experts in picking the mood of those around them with magical precision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They lavish hugs, cuddles, and comforting words when they sense a loved one is downcast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That truly is the frosting on the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. EXPLORE GENTLE WAYS OF DISCIPLINE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please don\u2019t get me wrong, I am not suggesting that these kids should get away with mischief. Far from it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parents should, however, ease their feet off the harsh discipline pedal and explore gentle methods of discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aggressive discipline breaks these kids apart. That\u2019s because they perceive everything so intensely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s been proven that harsh discipline may trigger in them unsavory, far-reaching effects like low self-esteem, anger, and depression.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One way of doing it is explaining to them the rules on one hand and the consequences of non-compliance on the other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HSC reflect deeply and love keeping off trouble. Just mulling on the consequences often yanks them towards the right choices like a magnet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. TEACH THEM TO VOICE THEIR FEELINGS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HSC are very emotional. It can be downright exhausting if your child is constantly sulking, whining, demanding, and crying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Encourage your child to identify their feelings\/emotions and communicate them to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Constant practice on this may eventually pull the plug on the number of hissy fits your child engages in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As they master this practice, applaud them and occasionally reward them for getting a grip on their emotions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. CREATE A PEACEFUL ENVIRONMENT FOR THEM TO THRIVE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most HSCs are thrown off balance by a fast-paced, chaotic environment. As much as possible, shield them from situations that they deem upsetting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Their siblings may be okay watching aggressive shows on TV, but the same may throw them for a loop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They may also require some downtime each day, where they retreat and engage in a favorite activity in solitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This helps them wind down their day calmly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Such calming activities may include reading a book, listening to music, painting, coloring, blowing bubbles, among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. SENSITIZE THEIR CAREGIVERS AND TEACHERS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may do all your due diligence and provide a blooming environment for your sensitive child, but what about the people who hold the fort for you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ensure everyone handling your child is aware of their temperament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is also worth mentioning to their teachers, just to snuff out any unpleasant surprises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And while you are at it, remember not to paint your child in a negative light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As aforementioned, being highly sensitive is just one of the many temperaments and not a flaw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>7. PRAISE AND AFFIRM THEM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like a budding flower follows the light, highly sensitive kids crave affirmation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lavish it on them when you spot their progress. Applaud them when they remain calm and resolve conflicts amicably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They will soak it up like a sponge. Just make sure the praise is well deserved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>In Summary<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Studies indicate that our childhood experiences are the canvas upon which the art of life is cast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our worldview is intricately woven in our childhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As adults, we wind up either feeling valued or dejected, intelligent or daft, capable or lousy, beautiful or plain, confident or timid.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If highly sensitive children are not handled well, their self-worth, confidence, creativity, and intelligence may be snuffed out like a wick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We hope that the tips we have shared will help you cushion them against such a tragedy.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maybe you have a strong hunch, like I do, that you are raising a highly sensitive child. 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