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Modern Wisdom · September 7, 2026 · 1h 24m

Why You Feel Everything So Deeply (and how to survive it) - Dr Sasha Hamdani

Dr. Sasha Hamdani

Psychiatrist and ADHD specialist Dr. Sasha Hamdani dives into the experience of being highly emotionally sensitive. She unpacks Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), the Highly Sensitive Person trait, and the biological and environmental factors that shape sensitivity. The conversation covers why some people need constant reassurance, the impact of uncertainty, how emotional sensitivity can be a strength, and practical strategies for regulation.

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Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)00:02:55
Dr. Hamdani defines Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and explains why social rejection can lead to intense emotional pain.
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The Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) Trait00:00:00
Hamdani discusses what it means to be a highly sensitive person, a trait characterized by deeper processing of sensory and emotional information.
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How Environment Shapes Sensitivity00:43:43
Hamdani explains that the right environment is crucial for sensitive individuals to thrive, while a mismatched environment can amplify distress.
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Why Uncertainty Feels Unbearable00:49:40
Hamdani addresses why uncertainty is particularly distressing for emotionally sensitive people.
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Highlights

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Biological Roots of Emotional Sensitivity00:07:07
Hamdani breaks down the genetic, neurobiological, and early-life factors that make some people more emotionally sensitive.
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Practical Tools for Emotional Regulation00:57:35
Hamdani shares evidence-based techniques to help highly sensitive people manage intense emotions.
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