Author Bio: Cliff Harwin

Hi, I’m Cliff Harwin — husband, father, retired business owner, and a lifelong highly sensitive introvert who’s spent decades learning how to make peace with social anxiety.

For most of my life, I thought something was wrong with me. I felt things deeply, noticed everything, and needed more quiet than most people seemed to understand. It took me years to realize I wasn’t weak or broken — I was highly sensitive.

That discovery changed everything. I stopped trying to toughen up and started living in a way that honored who I truly am.

Now, in my mid-70s, I write for others who are just beginning to understand themselves in this way — especially those who feel different, misunderstood, or overwhelmed by a noisy world.

Through my writing here, I share what I’ve learned over a lifetime of reflection and growth — so you don’t have to walk this path alone.

I’m also the creator of TheHighlySensitivePerson.com, where I’ve spent years offering insights, stories, and encouragement to sensitive, introverted, and socially anxious people around the world.