Do you think being very sensitive is a sign of weakness or strength?

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ToastWithEggs · Accepted Answer

Like most traits in a human, it can be both a weakness and a strength. Sensitivity is often said to be the foundation for empathy which is core to a person's emotional intelligence. This helps with leadership, understanding of team dynamics, understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of a particular individual. What drives them and what sets them back. It is part and parcel of an individual's professional competency in my opinion.

However, an inability to control, regulate and/or suppress one's natural inclination to respond or react in an inappropriate manner whether it be during an interaction, conversation or engagement can definitely be a weakness. E. g. beating yourself up over a poor performance evaluation or being confrontational when faced with criticism.

love_conquers_lust · Accepted Answer

When you are in tune with your emotions, it is VERY powerful. It can be a weakness if it clouds your judgement or rules over you.

Tarifa · Answer

Being sensitive has given me a very good insight into my own character early on. So I'd say it's a strength within. I know my strong points and I know my weak points. I can live with that perfectly.

At the same time, being sensitive has always had a big influence on my social life, be it friendships, relationships, heartbreaks, school... I live everything to the extreme, everything affects me 200 per cent. I sometimes wish I could turn a knob and reduce my sensitivity level to a minimum.

NathanDavis · Answer

I think it depends...

"very sensitive" to what degree? this can be good, bad or a mix

and I think it is more about how we react, then control ourselves to it... for example, there's an accident... a serious one, a whole lot of people might be very sensitive but they won't know what to do or how to help, some might be too sensitive, over react and freak out, make things worse... and then you might have a doctor/surgeon right there

who will know what to do, how to do it... and do the sensible thing, which is to save a life to the best of their ability, and then... this same surgeon would be considered less sensitive because, allegedly... surgeons are actually less emotionally sensitive and that's a big reason why they can cut you up, gut you out, and stitch you back together without hesitation... lol

ain't that interesting... lmao

Zack-Bann · Answer

I think being sensitive itself isn’t a weakness, it just means you care enough to experience the world

What’s a weakness is letting sensitivity turn you into a person who finds difficulty in everything and is constantly crying out about it

It’s like fear and courage.
You can’t have one without the other but when you’re courageous people no longer see your fear

Sensitivity requires a balance of strength keep functioning despite the emotions instead of being locked up by them

bobalife · Answer

Today’s ice breaker I asked my patients to describe themselves by one thing. One of my patients said she’s very “emotional” bc she’s cries a lot. I looked at her and smiled, “that’s okay, I’m a crybaby too! It is our gift and strength to be sensitive.” Then, my favorite patient who’s super quiet and a very smol older adult lady raised her hand and said, “I’m a cry baby too!” Lmao sooo cute 😂🥹❤️❤️‍🩹

MontBlanc · Answer

I see it as a strength , if it’s understood and managed well.

Being sensitive means you notice more, feel more, and pick up on things others might miss.

It only becomes a weakness when it’s overwhelming or unprocessed.

With self awareness, it turns into empathy, depth, and emotional intelligence.

ChicoFromThe305 · Answer

I guess it depends on what is considered sensitive, unfortunately people also see sensitivity different in gender, sensitivity is more acceptable in women then men, sensitivity is for the most part only seen as weakness in men, so the answer to you question is probably more complex than a simple yes or no

OneViewpoint · Answer

Sensitive is good. Up to a point. Very sensitive can be detrimental if it starts to affect your ability to focus and make decisions or deal with life's challenges. So controlled and managed selective sensitivity is probably the optimum choice.

menina · Answer

In our world, I believe it's a weakness.  As a sensitive person, I feel that there's no space for us. The world is made for heartless people. They're happier and their lives always go well.

nolabels · Answer

It depends on how one manages their sensitivity as to whether or not it can be viewed as a strength or a weakness.

I'm told that I'm very sensitive by many people.
Sometimes, it's a hindrance, and at other times it's a plus.

Levin · Answer

'tis a sign of strength m'lady. Because men normally put up a front up, to appear strong, because they're afeard!

sage2021 · Answer

This is something new that social media spreads around as a comeback when someone calls you on your 💩!!

I've viewed tons of videos on relationships and this is a very typical thing that people will say.

Blaming the victim AGAIN!!

HollyK21 · Answer

If it means letting people walk all over you then sure, that’s a sign of weakness. It’s possible to be sensitive and still have a spine.

ElenaSeluna · Answer

Being sensitive in which way? If you mean sensitive to the people misery, yes that’s a good thing but being sensitive like you get frustrated or overthinking stuff, I don’t think that’s good..

FreyaRed · Answer

In my opinion it's weakness. Having high Situation awareness is strength but sensitivity in shape of too much empathy or emotional dependency isn't.

realbiggrin · Answer

Totally depends on your control of said emotions. If you have no dial or filter it is all bad. Its a tough world and if you get emotional a lot it could be problematic in all parts of your life.

HawkPerception · Answer

Everyone is sensitive nowadays that you can't make any remark without offending them. It's why society has become as soft as it has. It's most definitely a weakness.

DryGermanGuy · Answer

Just don't turn into a whiny, wobbly wussy.

Telekinetic-Potato · Answer

It's good to be sensetive enough to precieve things. But you don't want to be so sensetive it dominates your actions above other things.

Fromdusktilldawn · Answer

I am a sensitive person and believe me it is a freakin weakness. It brings overthinking, insecurity, easily hurt, fall in love to easy, easily angered.

It has some pros, like connecting on a deeper level with people or empathy.

msc545 · Answer

It depends on how it's used and what you do with it. In many cases, it's a sign of strength. On the other hand, it can also be a sign of weakness if you fall apart when that particular little perception lights up.

beenherebefore · Answer

It's a sign of being very emotional. Whether it's a weakness or a strength it depends on the scenario.

Abbycado · Answer

Depends on what about. Being overly sensitive about all things is not good.

AngryCarl3 · Answer

It might be useful in creative people. Personally I've found it's usually a weakness. The most successful people tend to be insensitive to the point of psychopathy.

In_Trance · Answer

It depends what you're being sensitive about.  For example death of a loved one and sensitivity makes perfect sense.  If you're sensitive about unrest in the middle East however... you need help

Flower7 · Answer

N either. It’s just either a personality trait or a result of life experiences.

Nikki1989 · Answer

Whether it’s a weakness or a strength usually depends on how well you calibrate it.

exitseven · Answer

I think a little sensitivity is a good thing. There can be too much of a good thing.

Anonymous · Answer

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LC75LC71 · Answer

Weakness. Being understanding and having feelings are strengths.

jahaims · Answer

Sensitive means you aren't emotionally healthy. Being unhealthy is a weakness

AgentG111 · Answer

Both! Depends on context and what it can or can't do for you.

CaptainSmartass · Answer

Its a weakness. Everyone knows that.  Simples...

Sunnyrjs · Answer

Sensitivity towards others can be a strength but being very sensitive as in emotional with yourself can become a weakness if not put in limit

Sakinbirpanda · Answer

Anything you feel "too much" of is a weakness.

Shiprex · Answer

It will hinder you in the long run

Xawyx-2 · Answer

It could be either, depends on the person.

Cidknee · Answer

You know, it could do both. You know?

TonyMetal___86 · Answer

It depends on situation and towards who...

Jeff51 · Answer

No but it sounds weak.

Anonymous · Answer

Strength in the right proportions 🤗😈

Kingofkings1992 · Answer

Could be both, depends on the context

queenofcardio · Answer

Weakness

Agape93 · Answer

Weakness.

Anonymous · Answer

Both of them. It depends on situation

Zionne · Answer

situation matters

ZameerAnsari91 · Answer

Weakness surely

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