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Mentor, trainer, author, coach and speaker at Growing Unlimited

Useful wheel to look at how we can deal with stress or negative reactions at work. Looking at number 2, it occurred to me that highly sensitive people might generally have less of an issue with this one, since our genetic trait tends to make us very low in impulsivity - however, that can feel different if we are generally overwhelmed. In general, HSPs tend to listen well and have an innate ability to understand others, which promotes good relationships and creativity at work. However, stress can sometimes negate our advantages and the skills that go with them. What can make the difference is having space and time to re-centre and get back to our more calm and measured self. Remembering to take breaks in a timely way, to monitor our boundaries, lead a healthy life-style and so on, can clear the space in our mind to gain clarity, perspective and reconnect with our values and skills, making us stronger at work and more likely to act rather than react.

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