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In my article on the Women Emerging blog, I wrote about being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and how that shapes the way I move through the world. It’s not always easy in a culture that values speed and constant output, but learning about high sensitivity helped me see my depth and empathy as strengths rather than flaws. I’m still figuring out how to let that sensitivity guide me instead of holding me back, especially in work and leadership.
Have you been able to turn something that society tends to overlook or misunderstand into a source of strength or insight?
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In my article on the Women Emerging blog, I wrote about being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and how that shapes the way I move through the world. It’s not always easy in a culture that values speed and constant output, but learning about high sensitivity helped me see my depth and empathy as strengths rather than flaws. I’m still figuring out how to let that sensitivity guide me instead of holding me back, especially in work and leadership.
Have you been able to turn something that society tends to overlook or misunderstand into a source of strength or insight?
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I think the one thing that I’ve practiced as someone who is emotional and sensitive by default is being silent and quiet in rooms. Not rushing to speak up is traditionally seen as a weakness, however I’ve come to realise more recently that it can be very powerful, the ability to stay silent really allows me to listen more intently, reflect and engage more deeply with people and in conversations. It’s enabled me to become a better facilitator.
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I’ve begun to learn that silence in a new room or at a new “table” can actually be a great strength. I used to feel the need to speak up quickly, to prove I was on top of things, but I’ve realised that true learning often happens in moments of quiet observation.
Less really is more sometimes action and presence speak louder than words. And I think being an active listener has built a better version of me. ✨
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