Your Sensory Response
In the midst of every task, in every environment you step into, your senses are on the receiving end of an information onslaught. A staggering average of 2,000 bits of information per second enters your brain. This influx is uniquely processed by you, distinct from how your friends, colleagues, or anyone else perceives it. Understanding how your body modulates these sensations is a powerful key to unlocking the potential for changing behaviors.
Modulation is essentially your body's way of adapting to various forms of stimuli. As your senses sort through the myriad signals, your brain decodes them. This intricate neurological system is responsible for maintaining homeostasis – the delicate balance that keeps your bodily processes running smoothly. It's also your body's safeguard against both real and perceived threats, working to ensure your safety. In this sense, the fundamental principles of modulation apply to every individual.
The gateway to recognizing modulation lies in cultivating self-awareness of your impulses, reactions, and responses. These behavioral types are the outcomes of your unique life experiences. The environments and situations you've encountered have woven sensory patterns, which modulation processes then adapt into behaviors. This variance makes each individual's bodily modulation unique.
The spectrum of sensory responses encompasses different levels, which can be ranked using a scale from 1 (not at all) to 10 (completely) for better understanding as it pertains to your sensitivities. Your position on this sensory spectrum can shift based on environments or situations, and with the right skills and strategies, you can enhance any response.
1. Hypersensitivity (Sensory Over-responders):
The nervous system of hypersensitive individuals reacts faster and more intensely to sensations. These responses are automatic and unconscious, not willful.
- I thrive on a high-activity pace daily.
- My reactions are often impulsive.
- I tend to display moments of aggressiveness or withdrawal to avoid situations.
2. Hyposensitivity (Sensory Under-responsiveness)
Hyposensitive individuals have a nervous system that doesn't react strongly to environmental sensory stimuli.
- I frequently experience apathy or lack of enthusiasm and interest.
- Procrastination and inconsistency are common for me.
- I'm more prone to clumsiness.
3. Magnasensitivity (Sensory Cravers)
Magnasensitive individuals exhibit an insatiable desire for intensified experiences. They tend to appear fidgety and easily excitable.
- Continuous engagement in visual activities is necessary for me.
- I often have background music playing.
- I enjoy deep pressure and tactile activities like hair twirling, fidgeting with objects, and self-massage.
Your position on this sensory spectrum reflects your body's unique way of adapting to stimuli. Recognizing your modulation style can empower you to understand your responses and tailor strategies to enhance your daily experiences. By embracing your individuality and the intricate interplay of your senses, you open the door to a deeper understanding of yourself and those around you.
