I wish I had read this post a couple of years ago, when the Tall Poppy Syndrome suddenly hit my professional life. Of course, I didn’t recognize it at the time—I over-adapted, tried hard to fit into the box, and shrank myself as much as I could. Until I realized the price was just too high.
I love the way you encourage us to keep shining. I picture this space on Substack, with souls like yours, Maria, as a place where I can finally stretch out, shine unapologetically and shed light on others too.
This resonated deeply, Maria. Especially the part about “when the world doesn’t get you, it forces you to get yourself.” That sentence stayed with me.
Thank you for sharing this and articulating this so powerfully :)
I'm so glad it resonates with you. I just share my journey and my aha moments ❤️
I'm in.
I wish I had read this post a couple of years ago, when the Tall Poppy Syndrome suddenly hit my professional life. Of course, I didn’t recognize it at the time—I over-adapted, tried hard to fit into the box, and shrank myself as much as I could. Until I realized the price was just too high.
I love the way you encourage us to keep shining. I picture this space on Substack, with souls like yours, Maria, as a place where I can finally stretch out, shine unapologetically and shed light on others too.
This was a joy to read tonight. Comforting. I am this.