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Highly sensitive people are too often perceived as weaklings or damaged goods. To feel intensely is not a symptom of weakness, it is the trademark of the truly alive and compassionate. It is not the empath who is broken, it is society that has become dysfunctional and emotionally disabled. There is no shame in expressing your authentic feelings. Those who are at times described as being a ‘hot mess’ or having ‘too many issues’ are the very fabric of what keeps the dream alive for a more caring, humane world. Never be ashamed to let your tears shine a light in this world.

“There’s no need to abide by social conventions or expectations that don’t serve you or others well. This idea of being small and not making a fuss doesn’t serve real-life grown-up women. You can take up all the space you need and still leave room for others. You can be seen and heard and still be gracious. Challenging expectations is wise, but abandoning them defensively is not.”