Dear Reader,

I'll make it easy for us all. Start thinking in the new time now. That means:

• Get up EARLIER
• Eat supper EARLIER
• Turn off your screens EARLIER
• Go to bed EARLIER

I watched the time yesterday, thinking about the added hour every time I looked. It's a big change. If you are parenting, I offer a choice of these two suggestions:

1. Tell the kids what's going on and get them up earlier and to bed earlier, or
2. Change the clocks they see and omit an hour from their afternoon/evening routine and get them up earlier.

Here is why...
One 24 hour period is not long enough for a sensitive nervous system to adapt. You can either be in adapting mode this week or next week, but it would be best to use both... so much more gentle. Here is my bottom line:

You can do this... just remember prior and proper preparation prevents problems...
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We just added the Spring Forward masterclass to the Are You Highly Sensitive library. It's full of teaching and exercises supporting HSPs navigating the transitions of March. I also addressed some great questions:

• How do I deal with my spouse who just won't respect my needs especially around sound sensitivity at night?
• How do we balance the anger at capitalism with our conscience for humanity?
• How does the D.O.E.S. of an HSP change as you age?
• How do you disengage from depth of processing aspect of being an HSP so you don't get consumed by it?

Use this link to add Spring Forward to your library for half off, or join the AYHS membership and get access to all our masterclasses for no additional charge. Here is the link to join AYHS. Many people ask what is up with the three options for membership. Here's the deal: They are all the same. You decide which one is best for you based on sustainable economy. Some people help others. Some choose the middle (regular). And some, experiencing financial hardship, choose the scholarship level. It's up to you. Confused? Look at the link and then ask me questions.

Springing forward with a small secret smile and serious self-compassion,
Alane
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PS
Wise Women and Wonder is this Saturday, so keep an eye out for your reminder email.

Alane Freund, MS, MA​
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Lic. #LMFT36077)
International Consultant on High Sensitivity
​P 415-203-6600 E alane@areyouhighlysensitive.com

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