I notice and enjoy delicate or fine scents, tastes, sounds, and works of art.

I am bothered by intense stimuli such as loud noises or chaotic scenes.

When I must compete or be observed performing a task, I become so nervous or shaky that I do much worse.

Other people's moods affect me deeply.

I am deeply moved by the arts or music.

I am conscientious and don't like making mistakes.

I find myself needing to withdraw during busy days into bed or a darkened room.

Being very hungry creates a strong reaction in me, disrupting concentration or mood.

Changes in my life shake me up.

I notice and enjoy fine details that others miss.

I am made uncomfortable by violent movies or TV shows.

Unpleasant smells or textures are very difficult for me to tolerate.

When I have a lot to do in a short time, I become overwhelmed.

I make it a point to avoid violent or disturbing news.

I process information deeply and notice subtleties in my environment.

I take time to process my feelings before acting on them.

As a child, parents and teachers saw me as sensitive or shy.

I have a rich and complex inner life.

I find loud sounds physically painful.

When someone tries to get me to do too much at once, I shut down.

I get rattled when I have a lot to do in a short time.

I have strong reactions to pain.

I pick up on subtle social cues that others miss.

Being overwhelmed by sensation makes me want to escape.

I need more recovery time after demanding situations.

I deeply feel the emotions of others around me.