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Jan 2022
38m 32s

18. HSP Relationship Q&A - Marriage, Fri...

Alissa Boyer
About this episode

One of my most highly requested topics!

Relationships & friendships as an HSP.

In this episode, I share about HSP’s with non-HSP spouses, how to make friends when you feel like you’re so different than everyone else, how to navigate the uncertainty of dating, and maintaining a healthy connection with your non-HSP friends and family.

I want to thank everyone who submitted questions through Instagram - you are the reason I do this! Always feel free to send questions via Instagram and keep an eye out for more Q&A sessions!



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