How to Leverage the Power of Sensitivity with Jonathan Hoban

This week, I’m thrilled to welcome back the brilliant Jonathan Hoban, expert psychotherapist, event speaker, and author of Walk with Your Wolf to hear his EXCLUSIVE insights on the superpowers of sensitivity. Jonathan introduces his groundbreaking new work, the S.E.L.F. Model for Sensitivity Management, designed to unlock the potential of sensitive individuals. We explore the challenges and rewards of being sensitive, providing valuable insights for individuals, leaders, and educators.

We delve into:

• Debunking myths and raising awareness about sensitivity.
• Understanding the link between sensitivity and burnout in the workplace.
• Why leaders, managers, and teachers must support sensitive individuals.
• What is the S.E.L.F model? Self-Regulation, Energy Management, Leveraging Positive Traits, Focusing on Mitigating Negative Pitfalls.
• Identifying the 18 positive traits of sensitivity and transforming them into personal assets.
• Recognising the 18 pitfalls of sensitivity and developing strategies to overcome them.
• The importance of authenticity and the dangers of masking one's true self.
• Exploring the concept of self-worth through the lens of a child's fear of fireworks.
• The significance of embracing sensitivity as a valuable quality.
• Building healthy boundaries to protect energy and well-being.
• Learning from Apollo 13 to manage energy effectively.
• Boosting self-worth and overcoming low self-esteem.
• Jonathan's experiences navigating shyness and low self-worth.

This episode is a must-listen for individuals, schools and workplaces. Please share this episode with your network to raise awareness.

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