Paula Prober's Blog, page 33

I’m Not Gifted, I’m Just Weird

You’d think that gifted people would know how smart they are. You’d think that gifted individuals would find life to be smooth and easy. You’d think that gifted folks would feel superior and judgmental of all non-gifted humans everywhere. Nope. … Continue reading →

When Humans Keep Letting You Down

Humans disappoint you. They don’t live up to your expectations. Sure you have high standards. But you’re not asking all that much, right? If people just tried harder, they could accomplish quite a lot. Couldn’t they? Not just relatives and … Continue reading →

Meet Your Muse

Muse: an elusive divine-inspired spirit guiding a human to produce great work.  Painters, poets, musicians, writers, film makers, scientists, stay-at-home moms. Creatives. So, I’m wondering. Do I have a Muse? Do psychotherapists have Muses? Do bloggers? Well, why not? Maybe … Continue reading →

Gifted, Sensitive, Curious Children In School — What Can Parents And Teachers Do?

You would think that kids who love literature, enjoy mathematical puzzles and scientific enigmas and who are curious beyond measure, would be high achievers in school and a teacher’s dream. There are times when this is the case: When curriculum … Continue reading →

Sensitivity Is Your Superpower

In times like these, you may wish that you had less sensitivity. Life as an empathetic soul is often overwhelming. It can be easy to fall into despair or anxiety. And because you are capable in multiple ways, relatives, friends, … Continue reading →

The Contradictions Of Giftedness

“Do I contradict myself? Very well, then I contradict myself. I am large. I contain multitudes.”      It appears that Walt Whitman knew something about rainforest minds. You are large. You contain multitudes. But how do you live with … Continue reading →

The Roots Of Unhealthy Perfectionism And What To Do About It

What if, from the time that you were 2 years old, you were told how smart you were. Over and over. Enthusiastically. By (well-meaning) parents and doting relatives. What if they praised you repeatedly for your many achievements and your … Continue reading →

It’s Never Too Late To Be Your Gifted Self — Part Two

A 35-year-old client told me that she thought it was too late for her to find a fulfilling career and a meaningful life. I tried to control my facial expression. 35. I’m here to tell all of you 20-30-40-50-60-70-80+ somethings, … Continue reading →

If I’m So Smart, Why Can’t I Make A Decision?

You would think that a smart person would find decision-making easy. But, no. It’s often quite the opposite.  There are gazillions of reasons for this. Well, maybe not gazillions. But lots. Here are just a few: You want to make … Continue reading →

How Can I Be Authentic When I Overwhelm Everyone?

Authenticity. You want it. You need it. You gotta have it. But what does authenticity mean when you have a rainforest mind? When you have so many monkeys swinging from your branches? When your terrain is so lively, emotional and … Continue reading →