This is a local and regional discussion group and "contact point" for the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) in Northeastern USA, including (but not limited to) DE, MD, NJ, PA and the Washington DC area.

The main purpose of the list is to explore the ins and outs of being a Highly Sensitive Person, and to support each other as HSPs. The secondary purpose is to help HSPs in the region make contacts, friends and form support groups. The list is modeled after hspbook, a large international discussion group here on YahooGroups.

Why a LOCAL group? The idea is based on the positive feedback from HSPs who have participated in the periodic "HSP Gatherings" around the US and abroad. HSPs have much to gain from befriending their peers. Alas, for every HSP who goes to a Gathering, there are many who express sadness at not knowing any HSPs "in their area." In addition, many feel reluctant to face the cost and overstimulation associated with traveling across the country to an HSP Gathering. The answer, thus, is "local" groups.

This is NOT a "personals" or "dating" list-- however, we hope you'll make new friends in your area, and if sufficient numbers of members show interest, it may be possible to arrange local HSP get-togethers on a regular basis.

Although we highly recommended reading Elaine Aron's books "The Highly Sensitive Person," "The Highly Sensitive Person in Love," or "The Highly Sensitive Child," having read them is by no means a requirement for membership.

The list is moderated to help maintain an "HSP-safe" environment. Flaming, trolling, proselytizing or advertising will not be tolerated and will result in the posting member being banned. Open discussions are invited and welcomed.

To read more about this group, it's mission, and the HSP trait, click here visit our web site!

To JOIN the group, please apply from this page.