Book Club Night Kit
Too Sensitive
Sasha Hamdani
Cozy night
Too Sensitive, by psychiatrist Sasha Hamdani, looks at big feelings and the people who have been told they have too many. It's a gentle, validating pick for a night of honest talk under a blanket.
Come As You Are, Feelings and All
Join us for a slow, cozy evening of Too Sensitive, warm soup, and soft conversation. Bring your comfiest sweater and your whole heart.
Reading level: Easy
Best for: Clubs that love heart-to-heart talks, soft lighting, and a safe space to feel things out loud
Discussion
Warm-up
- 1.What's your go-to comfort ritual when the world feels too loud, and did the book make you appreciate it more?
- 2.Where were you, and what were you wrapped up in, when a page of this book first made you feel really seen?
Digging in
- 1.Has anyone ever called you 'too sensitive'? How did it feel to read a book that treats that word so kindly?
- 2.Which part of the book felt like a warm hand on your shoulder, and why do you think it landed that way?
- 3.What small, everyday things (sounds, textures, crowds, a certain tone of voice) affect you more than people might guess?
- 4.Who in your life makes you feel safe having big feelings, and what do they do that helps?
Going deep
- 1.Did the book shift how you talk to yourself on a hard day? If so, what gentler words would you like to keep using?
- 2.By the last pages, how did your feelings about sensitivity change, and what would you tell a younger you who was feeling it all at once?
On the table & to sip
To eat
Baked Mac and Cheese with a Crispy Crumb Top
The ultimate soothing dish, soft and familiar, like a hug for anyone who has had a big-feelings kind of week
Slow-Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Mild, nourishing, and easy on the senses, a nod to the book's message that caring for yourself counts
Warm Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
A little indulgent, baked just before guests arrive so the house smells like safety and welcome
To sip
Honey Chamomile Lavender Tea (no alcohol)
A calming, caffeine-free brew for settling a busy mind and tender nerves
Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream (no alcohol)
Rich and comforting, a mug to hold with both hands while sharing something personal
Spiked Apple Cider with Cinnamon and Bourbon
A warm, gently spiced sipper for guests who want a little glow with their conversation
Run of show
7:00
Soft Arrival
Greet guests with warm mugs, low lamps, and the playlist at a gentle volume. Point out the blankets and quiet corners.
7:15
Comfort Plates
Serve soup and mac and cheese buffet-style so everyone can eat at their own pace and settle in.
7:40
Warm-Up Circle
Go around with the two warm-up questions. Anyone can pass, no explanation needed.
8:00
Heart-to-Heart
Move through the theme questions slowly. Leave room for pauses and let stories wander.
8:40
Cookie Break and Trivia
Bring out warm cookies and cocoa, then play low-stakes trivia in pairs just for fun.
9:00
Gentle Close
Share the deep questions, fill in scorecards, and let each guest take home a bookmark.
Host tips
- Say at the start that passing on any question is always okay, so sensitive guests can relax
- Keep lighting soft, music low, and scents mild, since a sensory-gentle room fits this book perfectly
- Set out a basket of cozy socks or small throws so everyone can get physically comfortable
Playlist
Soft, tender acoustic songs that feel like a quiet room, a warm lamp, and permission to feel everything
- 01 Put Your Records On - Corinne Bailey Rae
- 02 Bloom - The Paper Kites
- 03 Holocene - Bon Iver
- 04 Landslide - Fleetwood Mac
- 05 Breathe Me - Sia
- 06 Rivers and Roads - The Head and the Heart
- 07 Fix You - Coldplay
- 08 Home - Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros
Trivia
- 1.What is Sasha Hamdani's profession? (She is a psychiatrist.)
- 2.Which condition is Sasha Hamdani best known for specializing in and educating people about? (ADHD)
- 3.What is the title of Sasha Hamdani's earlier self-care book? (Self-Care for People with ADHD)
- 4.Besides treating it professionally, what personal connection does Sasha Hamdani have to ADHD? (She has spoken openly about having ADHD herself.)
- 5.What does ADHD stand for? (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
- 6.Which psychologist coined the term 'Highly Sensitive Person' in the 1990s? (Dr. Elaine Aron)
- 7.What term describes intense emotional pain in response to perceived rejection or criticism, often discussed alongside ADHD? (Rejection sensitive dysphoria)
Bookmarks
Print, cut, and tuck one at every seat, a small keepsake from the night.
“Soft hearts notice everything. That is a gift.”
Too Sensitive
Sasha Hamdani
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“You were never too much, just fully felt.”
Too Sensitive
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“Tea, a blanket, and permission to feel it all.”
Too Sensitive
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Rate the book
Felt Seen☆☆☆☆☆
Comfort Factor☆☆☆☆☆
Gentle Wisdom☆☆☆☆☆
Would Gift to a Friend☆☆☆☆☆
Cozy Reread Potential☆☆☆☆☆
One word for how this book made me feel: ______________________
A kind thing I'll say to myself this week: ______________________
I'd share this book with someone who needs: ______________________
That's a wrap
Thank you for coming
We hope the company was good and the conversation even better. Until the next chapter.