You’re Not Too Emotional. You’re Not Too Much. You’re Just Not Numb Anymore.
- Dr.Oyindamola Okenla
- Jul 10
- 2 min read
Somewhere along the way, you were taught to tone yourself down.
Not to cry too loudly.
Not to laugh too long.
Not to speak with too much fire.
You learned to second-guess your instincts.
To shrink your voice in rooms that couldn’t handle your volume.
To apologize for feeling deeply.
But what if your emotions were not a liability—but a gift?
🧠 Emotional Sensitivity Is Not Weakness
In the world of mental health, emotional sensitivity is often misunderstood. It is not about fragility—it’s about awareness.
You feel what others ignore.
You see what others pass over.
You carry empathy, intuition, and creativity in your wiring.
But because the world rewards the emotionally detached and praises stoicism, you may have internalized that your heart is “too much.”
Here’s your healing truth: You’re not too much. You’re finally waking up.
🪞A Story That May Be Yours
A client once told me:
“I used to be cold—nothing moved me. But now, I cry at everything. I feel everything. What’s wrong with me?”
The answer? Nothing.
She wasn’t breaking. She was thawing.
After years of emotional suppression, her soul was finally breathing again.
Affirmation My emotions are not problems to fix. They are messages I’m learning to honor.
💡 What to Do This Week
Journal this question: “What emotions have I been suppressing?”
Practice emotion-naming. Throughout the day, pause and name how you feel—without judgment.
Replace apology with honesty. Instead of “I’m sorry I’m emotional,” try “Thank you for holding space while I process.”
📣 Your Sensitivity Is Sacred
If you’re learning to live with your heart open again, I see you. And I’ve created safe spaces—through my books, my coaching, and my upcoming events—where you don’t have to shrink.
Dr. Oyindamola Okenla
Board Certified Master Mental Health Coach
Author | Speaker | Transformation Catalyst
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