Unlock Hidden Habits: 7 Surprising Behaviors of Brilliant Minds You Never Noticed
6. You’re an emotional sponge
When you walk into a room, do you sense the vibes immediately?
Maybe you pick up on tension between two coworkers or feel uneasy in a crowd without anyone saying a word.
Being highly intelligent can mean you’re also very perceptive, and that emotional radar can be both a gift and a burden.
I’ve found that I can’t sit through a heated argument without feeling like I’ve been dragged into it myself. That level of empathy helps me in counseling sessions, but it can also be draining.
