“Denise and Cheri’s passion to help women discover the surprising strengths of their tender hearts, combined with personal stories they share, matched with actionable ideas, give women a voice and courage to flourish. Tender hearts will be lifted, strengthened, and freed.”
—Bonnie Gray, author of Whispers of Rest
“I’m thrilled to finally have a biblically grounded book I can give someone who is an HSP or who loves an HSP, confident that they’ll find solid information, practical guidance, and a new sense of freedom and acceptance as they no-doubtedly inhale this amazing resource.”
—Kathi Lipp, bestselling author and speaker
“Sensitive and Strong is a gem of a resource for those of us who God wired as highly sensitive. Reading Cheri and Denise’s honest stories and gentle wisdom feels like sitting with two empathetic mentors and realizing, finally, women who get it and are setting examples that I want to follow. This is a book that I plan to keep within reach for its practical tools and godly perspective on living as a healthy HSP.”
—Jeanette Hanscome, author of Suddenly Single Mom
“Sensitive and Strong is a must-read for mentors for two reasons. First, since one in five people are Highly Sensitive People (HSP), every mentor must know how to help an HSP choose to thrive instead of retreating into their HSP characteristics. Second, the most effective mentors are HSPs who have learned to ‘look in, look up, and look out.’ As a fellow HSP and mentor, this book is a transformational handbook specifically for HSPs who want to cultivate a growth mindset, recognize their superpower(s), and serve God with their inherent gifting.”
—Chris Moss, author, speaker, and founder of Mentor Prep Academy
“As an HSP I appreciate that Denise and Cheri go beyond biology and address every part of who we are—psychological, emotional, social, and most of all, spiritual. It's powerful to know God made HSPs intentionally and with a purpose.”
—Holley Gerth, counselor, life coach, and bestselling author of You're Already Amazing
“This book is, quite simply, brilliant. With fascinating research, vivid storytelling, and refreshing honesty, Cheri Gregory and Denise Hughes have written a book that could truly be life-changing. Their insights were both informative and surprising. And readers will love the spot-on reminders that God absolutely knew what He was doing when He created sensitive and strong people. If you have ever been called ‘sensitive,’ and if you’ve ever felt defective because of it, this empowering book is a must read.”
—Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of It’s All Under Control and The Happiness Dare
“In a culture where sensitivity is synonymous with weakness, Sensitive and Strong is the battle cry of the deep feeler. The empathy and honest revelation within these pages allowed me to discover the strength in my own reactivity and embrace my natural wiring as a gift from God. Cheri and Denise will help you to shed shame, deconstruct the myths of high sensitivity, and celebrate your super power.”
—Jennifer Bryant, PracticalFamily.org
“If you are an HSP, this book is a must-read. Not only will it help you feel less alone, but it will also give you practical tools, suggestions, and encouragement to thrive as a highly sensitive person.”
—Crystal Paine, New York Times bestselling author, founder of MoneySavingMom.com, and host of The Crystal Paine Show
“This book is, quite simply, brilliant. With fascinating research, vivid storytelling, and refreshing honesty, Cheri Gregory and Denise Hughes have written a book that could truly be life-changing. Their insights were both informative and surprising. And readers will love the spot-on reminders that God absolutely knew what He was doing when He created sensitive and strong people. If you have ever been called ‘sensitive,’ and if you’ve ever felt defective because of it, this empowering book is a must read.”
—Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of It’s All Under Control and The Happiness Dare
“Denise and Cheri’s passion to help women discover the surprising strengths of their tender hearts, combined with personal stories they share, matched with actionable ideas, give women a voice and courage to flourish. Tender hearts will be lifted, strengthened, and freed.”
—Bonnie Gray, author of Whispers of Rest
“I’m thrilled to finally have a biblically grounded book I can give someone who is an HSP or who loves an HSP, confident that they’ll find solid information, practical guidance, and a new sense of freedom and acceptance as they no-doubtedly inhale this amazing resource.”
—Kathi Lipp, bestselling author and speaker
“As an HSP I appreciate that Denise and Cheri go beyond biology and address every part of who we are—psychological, emotional, social, and most of all, spiritual. It's powerful to know God made HSPs intentionally and with a purpose.”
—Holley Gerth, counselor, life coach, and bestselling author of You're Already Amazing
“If you are an HSP, this book is a must-read. Not only will it help you feel less alone, but it will also give you practical tools, suggestions, and encouragement to thrive as a highly sensitive person.”
—Crystal Paine, New York Times bestselling author, founder of MoneySavingMom.com, and host of The Crystal Paine Show
“Sensitive and Strong is a gem of a resource for those of us who God wired as highly sensitive. Reading Cheri and Denise’s honest stories and gentle wisdom feels like sitting with two empathetic mentors and realizing, finally, women who get it and are setting examples that I want to follow. This is a book that I plan to keep within reach for its practical tools and godly perspective on living as a healthy HSP.”
—Jeanette Hanscome, author of Suddenly Single Mom
“Sensitive and Strong is a must-read for mentors for two reasons. First, since one in five people are Highly Sensitive People (HSP), every mentor must know how to help an HSP choose to thrive instead of retreating into their HSP characteristics. Second, the most effective mentors are HSPs who have learned to ‘look in, look up, and look out.’ As a fellow HSP and mentor, this book is a transformational handbook specifically for HSPs who want to cultivate a growth mindset, recognize their superpower(s), and serve God with their inherent gifting.”
—Chris Moss, author, speaker, and founder of Mentor Prep Academy
“In a culture where sensitivity is synonymous with weakness, Sensitive and Strong is the battle cry of the deep feeler. The empathy and honest revelation within these pages allowed me to discover the strength in my own reactivity and embrace my natural wiring as a gift from God. Cheri and Denise will help you to shed shame, deconstruct the myths of high sensitivity, and celebrate your super power.”
—Jennifer Bryant, PracticalFamily.org
“Cheri and Denise lead us to what’s truly essential for our HSP lives. Sensitive and Strong is more than a prescription for self-care, although that’s one element. Instead, it’s a holistic plan to make our lives matter by reaching out to others with our unique wiring.”
—Amy Carroll, Proverbs 31 Ministries speaker and writer, author of Breaking Up with Perfect and Exhale
“You are too sensitive. For so many highly sensitive women those words are an accusation that has plagued them their whole lives. I am one of them. In Sensitive and Strong, Denise and Cheri gently guide the reader from accepting the beauty of how God uniquely created them to demonstrating how this sensitivity can be used as a super power for God and for good. What a beautiful gift.”
—Jenn Buell, TED Talk presenter and blogger at jennbuell.com
“Whether you rejoice in your highly sensitive status or reject it, Denise and Cheri understand! They share science that shows how God created you and offer practical advice so you can live your life glorifying God and loving others, while honoring who you are.”
—Kendra Burrows, college instructor and blogger
“Even if you do not consider yourself an HSP, chances are you have an HSP in your life. This book will open your eyes to what they see and your heart to what they experience. It might even help you understand areas in your life where you have heightened senses as well. Cheri and Denise provide tools to help you understand yourself and live how God designed you.”
—Cheri Fletcher, writer and speaker
“Denise Hughes and Cheri Gregory offer grace in an art form as they tenderly articulate what I, as an HSP, feel but have struggled to put into words. They vulnerably share their experiences and expertise, helping HSPs embrace their strengths, giving them courage to embrace who they are, and showing them compassion. Sensitive and Strong is an incredibly insightful book of empathy—for HSPs as well as those who love us.”
—Andrea Stunz. writer and speaker
“As a novelist, I love stories. Denise and Cheri share so many personal stories of their own experiences that I felt as if we were sitting down to a much-needed girls chat together over a hot cuppa. Saturated with Scripture and chock-full of resources, lists, and even a chart or two (be still my heart!), Sensitive and Strong bestows a blessing on the highly reactive Christian. You will be validated, refreshed, and encouraged, not only to accept the way God designed you but also to apply those strengths to your own ministry.”
—Meghan Carver, author of inspirational romantic suspense and mysteries
“In this impactful and easy-to-read book, Cheri and Denise take you on a heart-felt and informative journey of acceptance and intentionality. Their deep understanding of Highly Sensitive Persons combined with science, Scripture, and practical application makes this book the perfect guide for anyone seeking a sense of belonging.”
—Shantell Brightman, online business owner
“Denise and Cheri, through experience, wisdom, science, and Scripture, have significantly helped to quiet my heart and mind for God’s purpose. Knowing that I am highly receptive to multiple stimuli and giving the tools to increase my response time is so very powerful. This book empowers the reader to not only educate their own heart but also the minds of others around them by looking in, looking up, and looking out.”
—Sarah Marie Sonoda, massage therapist and health educator
“If you grew up hearing ‘you’re too sensitive,’ you’ll find kindred spirits in Cheri Gregory and Denise Hughes. Sensitive and Strong provides an eye-opening catalyst for recognizing whether or not you are an HSP. But it doesn’t leave you with that label: Cheri and Denise help you replace natural negative reactions with intentional healthy choices, providing memorable examples and simple biblical suggestions for when you feel overwhelmed.”
—Gretchen Louise, founder of Kindred Grace
“This book spoke to me. It gave me courage to be me. And it gave me a battleplan.”
—Alicia Farage
About the Author
Through Scripture and storytelling, Cheri Gregory delights in helping women draw closer to Jesus, the strength of every tender heart. She is the coleader of Sensitive and Strong: the place for the HSP Christian woman to find connection; the cohost, with Amy Carroll, of Grit ’n’ Grace—the Podcast; the founder of Write Beside You communicator coaching; and the coauthor, with Kathi Lipp, of You Don’t Have to Try So Hard and Overwhelmed. Cheri speaks locally and internationally for women’s events and educational conferences.She and her college sweetheart, Daniel, have been married for more than three decades and live on the central California coast.
Denise J. Hughes is the author of Deeper Waters and the General Editor of the CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible. She writes for the First 5 app by Proverbs 31 Ministries, speaks at conferences, and leads a weekly Bible study for women at her church. Denise lives with her husband and three kids in Southern California. Connect with her at denisejhughes.com and on Instagram @denisejhughes.
