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What is the function of the 'blood-brain' barrier in the human brain?
What is the function of the 'blood-brain' barrier in the human brain?
- To regulate body temperature
- To filter out toxins and let in necessary substances (correct)
- To produce hormones
- To stimulate muscle movement
What is a characteristic of someone who is thin-skinned?
What is a characteristic of someone who is thin-skinned?
- They are overly critical of others
- They take things too personally (correct)
- They have high self-esteem
- They are always prepared for difficult situations
What is one way to develop a thicker skin?
What is one way to develop a thicker skin?
- By seeking constant validation from others
- By developing emotional boundaries (correct)
- By becoming more aggressive in conflicts
- By avoiding difficult situations altogether
What was one of Jane's strategies for dealing with difficult situations?
What was one of Jane's strategies for dealing with difficult situations?
What is a key insight that can help someone develop a thicker skin?
What is a key insight that can help someone develop a thicker skin?
What is the result of Jane's sensitivity in her professional life?
What is the result of Jane's sensitivity in her professional life?
What does Jane's sensitivity enable her to do?
What does Jane's sensitivity enable her to do?
What is the effect of criticism on Jane?
What is the effect of criticism on Jane?
What is the purpose of the analogy about skin in the passage?
What is the purpose of the analogy about skin in the passage?
What is the result of Jane's reaction to performance evaluations?
What is the result of Jane's reaction to performance evaluations?
Permeable skin allows only water and air to flow in and out.
Permeable skin allows only water and air to flow in and out.
Being thin-skinned is a sign of emotional maturity.
Being thin-skinned is a sign of emotional maturity.
Developing a thicker skin requires sacrificing one's empathy and perceptiveness.
Developing a thicker skin requires sacrificing one's empathy and perceptiveness.
Jane's initial approach to dealing with performance reviews was to become aggressive and defensive.
Jane's initial approach to dealing with performance reviews was to become aggressive and defensive.
The phrase 'beauty is only skin deep' means that physical attractiveness is the most important quality in a person.
The phrase 'beauty is only skin deep' means that physical attractiveness is the most important quality in a person.
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Sensitivity and Emotional Boundaries
- Jane, a public relations specialist, is openhearted, generous, and optimistic, but also very sensitive, which makes her empathetic towards others.
- Her sensitivity can be both a strength and a weakness, making her prone to feeling hurt and taking a long time to recover when criticized or slighted.
The Consequences of Being Thin-Skinned
- Being thin-skinned means taking things too personally and letting others' opinions affect one's self-worth.
- This can lead to feeling badly after being criticized, and in extreme cases, may cause one to wonder about their mental stability.
- Thin-skinned individuals may also be needy and lack emotional boundaries, making them vulnerable to difficult situations and people.
Biological and Psychological "Skins"
- Biologically, skin is a membrane that can be impermeable, semi-permeable, or permeable.
- Psychologically, a person's "skin" can be thick or thin, depending on their ability to cope with criticism and setbacks.
- A thick-skinned person doesn't let criticism in, while a thin-skinned person lets it in and takes it too personally.
Developing Emotional Boundaries
- To develop a thicker skin, one doesn't need to change who they are, but rather learn to set emotional boundaries.
- This can be achieved by objectifying situations, checking in with oneself before reacting, and preparing for potential criticisms.
- Developing emotional boundaries can lead to better relationships, increased self-awareness, and improved effectiveness in work.
Sensitivity and Emotional Boundaries
- Jane, a public relations specialist, is openhearted, generous, and optimistic, but also very sensitive, which makes her empathetic towards others.
- Her sensitivity can be both a strength and a weakness, making her prone to feeling hurt and taking a long time to recover when criticized or slighted.
The Consequences of Being Thin-Skinned
- Being thin-skinned means taking things too personally and letting others' opinions affect one's self-worth.
- This can lead to feeling badly after being criticized, and in extreme cases, may cause one to wonder about their mental stability.
- Thin-skinned individuals may also be needy and lack emotional boundaries, making them vulnerable to difficult situations and people.
Biological and Psychological "Skins"
- Biologically, skin is a membrane that can be impermeable, semi-permeable, or permeable.
- Psychologically, a person's "skin" can be thick or thin, depending on their ability to cope with criticism and setbacks.
- A thick-skinned person doesn't let criticism in, while a thin-skinned person lets it in and takes it too personally.
Developing Emotional Boundaries
- To develop a thicker skin, one doesn't need to change who they are, but rather learn to set emotional boundaries.
- This can be achieved by objectifying situations, checking in with oneself before reacting, and preparing for potential criticisms.
- Developing emotional boundaries can lead to better relationships, increased self-awareness, and improved effectiveness in work.
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