Imaginational Overexcitabilities

A strong sense of imagination. Maybe that describes you or a loved one. While that sounds like an amazing skill, sometimes the imagination can become a challenge rather than a wonderful experience in the lives of those with an imaginational overexcitability.

Out of the box thinking

If a person can think out of the box, what could be wrong with this? When designing a piece of art or looking for a solution to a problem, out of the box thinking can bring on new solutions.

The other side of this is that worse-case scenarios in any situation can enter the mind. For some, this can lead to rumination, a constant spinning and going back to those thoughts.

Strong Imagination

A strong imagination can also lead to creative stories and art.

Sometimes people with an imaginational overexciatability can have vivid dreams. Dreams can feel real, whether good or bad.

For some the imagination can mix with real life. This can cause some people to mix the truth with the “lie” frustrating the person and those around that person.

There is Hope

So maybe when reading this you are realizing you are not alone. Those frustrating moments have a reason behind them. What can you do?

Provide a time where the imagination can be used. Just knowing that there is that time can help some stay focused on what needs to be completed.

If lying has been mixed with the truth from your loved one, judging or accusing can only lead to that person becoming defensive and more shut down. Allow the person to have a chance to identify the truth that has been mixed in with the lie.

Next Steps

Maybe this feels like a wave and not knowing where to start. It is okay to seek out help from someone trained to work with overexcitabilities.

Makana Soul Counseling was created to help people and families just like you. Reach out and learn how to turn this challenge into a strength.