Why Being Different Is Your True Zone of Genius Magic!
Dear Wonderfully Weird Soul!
Have you ever felt like the odd one out in a world that seems to thrive on conformity?
Do you sometimes wonder if your unique quirks and unconventional traits are holding you back? Well, I’m here to tell you that being different isn’t just okay—it’s your superpower!
Your Wonderfully Weird Traits Are Your Greatest Assets. It's your Zone of Genius magic.
Let's start by celebrating some of the traits that make you wonderfully weird:
- Multi-Passionate Interests: You’re not just interested in one thing; you have a wide array of passions and talents.
- Deep Sensitivity: Your ability to feel deeply allows you to connect with others on an emotional level.
- Creative Thinker: Your unique perspective brings innovative solutions that others might miss.
- Intense Focus (Hyperfocus): When something captures your interest, you dive in with an intensity that produces incredible results.
- Neurodiversity: Whether it’s ADHD, autism spectrum, or another form of neurodiversity, your brain processes the world in a way that’s distinct and valuable.
Why It’s Hard to Recognize Your Own Zone of Genius Superpower (and why is the old Zone of Genius not working for you)
One of the biggest challenges we face as wonderfully weird individuals is recognizing that the traits we see as "normal" are actually extraordinary. Here’s why:
- Familiarity Breeds Invisibility: When something comes naturally to you, it’s easy to overlook its value. You might think, "If it's easy for me, it must be easy for everyone," which couldn’t be further from the truth.
- Cultural Conditioning: Society often pushes us toward conformity, making it difficult to see our unique traits as positive.
- Self-Doubt: Years of feeling like the odd one out can lead to self-doubt, making it hard to see your unique abilities as strengths.
The truth is, that what feels ordinary to you can be the absolute Zone of Genius Magic - and a dream come true - for others.
Real-Life Zone of Genius Magic examples from Clients
Here are some inspiring transformations from sisters in The Real You Sisterhood who embraced their wonderfully weird traits and turned them into superpowers:
- Sara, the Multi-Passionate Therapist: Sarah was a therapist with interests ranging from painting to writing poetry. She thought her diverse interests were a distraction.
But when she started incorporating art therapy and creative writing workshops into her practice, her clients experienced breakthroughs they never thought possible.
► Her multi-passionate nature became the cornerstone of her unique therapeutic approach. - Anna, the Empathetic Copywriter: Anna felt her deep sensitivity was a liability in the high-stakes world of copywriting for large corporations. She was afraid to follow her true feelings, voice, and style. She did what she was supposed to do because she was afraid that nobody wanted 'an overly emotional copywriter who cries when she feels true someone's passion.'
But, because she got stuck, she got fierce competition from copywriters (who dived under the average fees, had a very bland style, or used ChatGPT as their main writing tool) Anna had to struggle hard to get assignments.
So - with a lot of encouragement - she changed course and positioned herself as the copywriter who uses feelings and emotions.
It turned out that her ability to connect with clients on an emotional level became her greatest asset. It helped her to write authentic stories and to bring the human touch of idealistic corporations to the outside world. She raised her prices. Because her unique touch resulted in profitable campaigns.
Anna's clients felt truly heard and understood, leading to stronger client relationships and a thriving practice, and Anna never had to write boring reports again. - Laura, the Creative Interior Designer: Laura’s brain buzzed with endless ideas, making it hard for her to stick to a traditional interior design process. She somehow attracted clients who preferred to get things for free.
Even worse was that Laura didn't value her wild brain. She regarded it as an obstacle.
I heard her say: "Everyone can do this. You enter a room, you remove everything. Not for real. Just in your mind. Then you add your color layers, your wall with your pictures, add the fabrics and done."
She was absolutely brilliant, but gave all her Zone of Genius Magic away for free.
Or for 47 euros.
With a lot of encouragement, Laura acknowledged she was not a typical everyday designer. She embraced her creative thinking and started offering bespoke, out-of-the-box web designs. Her business flourished. Clients sought her out specifically for her unique and innovative approach.
These clients discovered that their wonderfully weird traits were not just assets but superpowers that set them apart and allowed them to create meaningful, impactful work.
How to Harness Your Wonderfully Weird Magic and grow your business and brand from love
- Acknowledge Your Uniqueness: Celebrate what makes you different. Write down your unique traits and think about how they can be strengths.
Now here comes the Special Ingredient: Do not only focus on so-called good things. Focus on everything. Here is an article that explains why this is the most important element of your Zone of Genius magic. - Shift Your Mindset: Replace self-doubt with self-love. Understand that your quirks are valuable.
- Become your own advocate. Do not allow anyone to put you in a box. But get to know yourself so well that you always know what to do and what not.
- Find Your Tribe: Surround yourself with like-minded souls who appreciate and celebrate your uniqueness. That's why we have The Real You sisterhood.
- Incorporate Your Traits: Think about how your unique qualities can enhance your work and relationships. Don’t hide them—highlight them!
Remember, being different is your Zone of Genius magic.
Embrace it, celebrate it, and let it shine. The world needs the wonderfully weird magic that only you can bring. And if you want my support with this. I'm right here for you.
With love and encouragement,
Esther de Charon de Saint Germain