Stick out like a sore thumb

She has always felt that she was different.

Different in how she saw dots are connected, the nuance of the relationship necessary to build trust and ways to solve problems.

Why did no one else saw what she saw?

Mainstream seemed to rule the direction. She was worried about sticking out like a sore thumb and doubted herself that maybe she was wrong.

She felt suppressed, unable to share her thoughts. Till one day a leader dropped her a note thanking her for sharing her insights. Her spirit soared and she felt validated.

She kept that note to remind herself to always own and share her different perspective. It was what stood her apart.