How to Grow a Thick Skin Without Losing Your Sensitivity (TIS34)
Published on HivePostify by @laputis · Fri Aug 28 2026
How can sensitive people become stronger without becoming cold or indifferent?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Pdjs0koSc
In this episode of Thinking in Sound, Ausra reflects on criticism, rejection, self-doubt, and the emotional challenges faced by musicians and other creative people. Growing a thick skin does not mean suppressing your feelings or caring less. It means learning how to protect your inner world while preserving the sensitivity that gives your work depth and meaning.
If criticism affects you deeply—or fear of judgment prevents you from sharing your gifts—this conversation is for you.
00:00 - Welcome to Episode 34: Dealing with Nasty Comments 01:10 - My Personal Experience with Negative Feedback 01:48 - The Story of the "Worst Comment" Ever Received 03:54 - Tip 1: The Importance of Pausing Before You React 05:07 - Tip 2: Consider the Source of the Comment 06:31 - Tip 3: Distinguishing Between Cruelty and Criticism 09:12 - Total Organist Program Announcement 09:58 - To Reply or Not to Reply? 11:21 - Why You Shouldn't Explain Yourself to Trolls 12:51 - Growing a Thick Skin While Staying Sensitive 14:38 - Closing Thoughts & Listener Appreciation
--- Originally published on YouTube by Ausra Motuzaite.
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