Gifted and Out of Sync

In this episode of "Someone Gets Me," host Dianne A. Allen delves into the unique experiences and challenges faced by gifted individuals. She discusses the complexities of feeling out of sync with societal norms, highlighting traits such as complex cognitive abilities, emotional sensitivity, imaginative capabilities, and intense sensitivities. Dianne shares personal anecdotes and insights, emphasizing the importance of understanding and accepting these traits. She encourages gifted individuals to embrace their differences, seek meaningful connections, and recognize their unique contributions to the world. The episode is a heartfelt exploration of navigating life as a gifted person.
Discussion Points
-Experiences of gifted individuals feeling out of sync with societal norms
-Emotional and cognitive sensitivities of gifted individuals
-Complex cognitive abilities and their impact on perception and humor
-The significance of emotional sensitivity as a strength
-Imaginative capabilities and their role in creativity and isolation
-Intense sensitivities, including spiritual and intuitive insights
-Challenges faced in environments that do not value unique contributions
-The importance of self-awareness and effective communication for gifted individuals
-Feelings of isolation and the need for connection among gifted individuals
-Encouragement to embrace uniqueness and seek supportive communities
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[@Diverse_Interests]

This has been so helpful. It is getting hard and this is what I needed to be reminded of. I do like that you chose “Someone Gets Me” because it really is a need that is rarely met and desired. Thank you for your work.

[@someonegetsme]

Thank you for your kind words. I believe we all need to be understood and heard. I am glad this episode was a good reminder!

[@Ty_Mathieson]

It is fascinating to hear you say that the gifted simply aim to have things correct. I have been accused of being a perfectionist at times and my response has always been that there is no perfect, but there is a state of being correct. I had to adopt an internal dialog of "good enough" and weather a sense of disgust in order to stay in sync with others.

[@Diverse_Interests]

I am so glad you said this. I have the same experiences and at this point I am tired of being told I am a perfectionist and tired of having to explain how that is untrue and do not care about perfection but love growth, change and the choice of choosing to do things that are correct. It is a lonely thing to be misunderstood even after taking the time to explain. Thank you!

[@Diverse_Interests]

As a side thought, the disgust is very real and does not leave because it’s a violation of values and like a self sacrifice to not be a target and reduce problems from not matching others. It is why I enjoy time alone.

[@michaelvandenheuvel317]

When no one is kind enough to speak.