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Van Gogh and the HSP Mind: Sensitivity, Struggle, and the Art of Feeling Deeply with John Zaller

Author
Dr. Amelia Kelley
Published
Thu 24 Jul 2025
Episode Link
https://thesensitivitydoctor.simplecast.com/episodes/van-gogh-and-the-hsp-mind-sensitivity-struggle-and-the-art-of-feeling-deeply-with-john-zaller-CJilQwY5

Key Takeaways

  • Van Gogh’s legacy reveals how sensitivity and emotional depth can create timeless beauty even amidst pain and struggle.
  • The immersive art experience provides a soothing and transformative space for highly sensitive people to connect deeply with creativity and history.
  • Art can be a powerful trauma response, turning inner chaos into external healing.
  • Letters to his brother Theo reveal Van Gogh’s introspective, deeply feeling nature and provide rare insight into his mental and emotional world.
  • The design of immersive experiences takes into account sensory variety, emotional resonance, and the healing power of storytelling.

Connect with John:
 🌐 Website for Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience – www.vangoghexpo.com
💼 LinkedIn – John Zaller


EPISODE LINKS

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