People who tend to be sensitive are characterized as weak. On the other end of the spectrum, those who fully express their emotions are considered to be "too much."

I personally think this is one of the biggest misconceptions about people like me. Neither my sensitivity nor my wild enthusiasm are weaknesses. My heightened emotional experiences are one of my greatest strengths.

Being emotionally sensitive shows others that you have a pure heart. It is clear that you care deeply about others, and that isn't something to hide. I think it’s one of my most unique traits. I am confident that when the time comes, I will find a job that embraces and hopefully even utilizes this strength.

I feel everything deeply and strongly. I am often moved to tears by stories of kindness or tragedy, even if I do not know anyone directly involved. I’ve also been moved to tears by songs, thoughts, landscapes, people and ideas. That’s something not everyone has the opportunity to experience. While I'm sure not everyone would be interested in experiencing life and emotions so strongly, I recognize its rare quality. I think it shows my appreciation for the simple things in life, so I've come to accept when I start crying if someone does something nice for me.

My friend asked me once to consider how beautiful it is that we, as humans, have the ability to make others smile, cry and laugh. We have the power to bring deep emotions into others' lives. How beautiful and exciting is that? That another human being cares so much about what you have to say or what you do that they are driven to tears, hysterical laughter or simply a genuine smile. I don’t know about you, but it makes me want to bring out emotions in everyone around me, just to know that I can and to help them realize that they live life fully through experiencing them. It’s humanity at its finest. It’s love and charity and everything in between.

When I feel joy, everyone around me knows. I laugh and squeal and jump with excitement for life.

Cry when you want to cry, and don’t let anyone tell you that you are weak for it. At the same time, laugh hysterically when you want to laugh. Studies show that laughing acts as exercise, as a stress-reliever and as a confidence-booster. Don't try to suppress any emotions. Fully explore each emotion you feel. Take time to reflect on why you feel the way you do and how you want to feel. Then, think about what you could do to get to where you want to be.

Empathy is one of my personal values, strengths and greatest assets. Why would I try to hide this? I believe every emotion stems from strength. Therefore, I promise not tell anyone to hide their emotions or values, because every trait has the ability to be a strength in some capacity.