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Introduction: When “Feeling Too Much” Is Actually Your Superpower If you’ve ever been told you’re too emotional, too intense, or too sensitive, you might actually be one of the 15–20% of people with a highly attuned nervous system — a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP).Dr. Elaine Aron (1996) describes HSPs as individuals who process emotions, sensations, … Read more

Introduction Regulation and resilience at work are what allow high-performing professionals to stay grounded, focused, and effective even in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. It’s not about working harder or pushing through exhaustion; it’s about how well you can manage your internal state, recover from stress, and maintain clarity when challenges arise. When your nervous system is … Read more

Introduction Recognizing your strengths in emotional awareness means understanding how deeply you register emotional and environmental cues. Like a finely tuned compass, your sensitivity picks up subtle shifts beneath the surface, allowing you to navigate work and relationships with greater precision, insight, and emotional clarity. Think of your emotional awareness as a system that notices … Read more

Why the advice to “toughen up” is biologically impossible and strategically wrong. For years, the corporate world has treated the sensitive leader as a liability. You have probably heard the feedback in performance reviews: “You take things too personally.” “You need to develop a thicker skin.” “Don’t let it get to you.” You try to … Read more