"A must-read book for parenting a sensitive child. As a mother who has walked that same path, Heather Nardi's deeply moving account holds nothing back."

—Jen Harrison, parenting coach and author of Just As You Are

"Stop trying to fix me." Years into her daughter Ellie's mental health journey, this statement stopped Heather Nardi in her tracks.

Ellie was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder and spent years in traditional treatment with prescription medications, therapy, and outpatient and inpatient facilities.

But she wasn't getting better. And Heather intuitively knew there had to be another way.

What Heather discovered was life-changing: her child's symptoms that were unsuccessfully treated as a disorder were—in fact—traits of an empath and highly sensitive person (HSP). And they were traits that Heather herself shared.

Now a speaker and life coach known as "The Empath Mama," Heather Nardi is a fierce advocate for other families shifting the story from "disorder" to "trait."

Inside this parenting advice book for the highly sensitive child and empath, find:

• an introduction to HSP (highly sensitive person) and empath characteristics and why they are commonly misdiagnosed as mental illness,
• parenting tips for avoiding frustration and stress by embracing sensitivity as a gift,
• coping skills for overwhelm and overstimulation, like routines, space for quiet time, and creative outlets,
• how to advocate for your child by becoming an expert in their needs, and
• holistic health pathways like diet, animal therapy, mindfulness, and spiritual practices.

Understanding and acceptance can heal the past and present. The Sensitive Ones is an honest first-hand account of how one mother learned to embrace her and her daughter's sensitivity so they could both live healthy, empowered lives.

Fans of The Highly Sensitive Child and Sensitive is the New Strong will feel empowered as parents to their highly sensitive child.

"Heather Nardi illuminates the fault lines in our culture's understanding of and support for sensitive empaths."

—Maria Hill, founder of Sensitive Evolution

Heather Nardi is a writer, speaker, and life coach based in the Twin Cities. Her writing has appeared in Highly Sensitive Refuge, Thrive Global, and Elephant Journal. For more information, visit EmpathMama.

"A must-read book for parenting a sensitive child. As a mother who has walked that same path, Heather Nardi's deeply moving account holds nothing back." — Jen Harrison

"Heather Nardi has bravely offered her own parenting experience to illuminate the fault lines in our culture's understanding of and support for sensitive people and sensitive empaths. The support that sensitive children receive is critical for the development of their special gifts. Heather shows us not only what can go wrong but also how to successfully change course so a sensitive child can flower as an adult. She offers many insights, approaches, and tools to make parenting a sensitive child easier. Anyone struggling with parenting a sensitive child can benefit from this book." — Maria Hill

"Any parent who has wondered if it's okay to trust their—and their child's—intuition, look no further than The Sensitive Ones. You will absolutely love the family journey through strain and heartbreak to self-discovery, trust, and acceptance. A must-read for the highly sensitive parent raising a highly sensitive child." — Kristen Schwartz

"Is mental illness what we think it is? Or are the intuitive, sensitive children of today leading us to a higher understanding of ourselves? The Sensitive Ones is a godsend to parents of children who do not fit the mold expected of them. This candid account of a mother and daughter's heart-wrenching journey through the mental health system not only has a happy ending—it gifts the reader with a surprisingly empowering perspective of childhood mental illness." — Kyra Mesich, PsyD, author of The Strength of Sensitivity