Men are just as likely as women to openly display a sensitive side, study finds | The Sun

MODERN men are now just as likely as women to openly display a sensitive side, according to research.

A poll of 2,000 adults found 71 per cent of men confess to being in touch with how they feel, versus 82 per cent of women.

And across all respondents who are sensitive, 41 per cent outwardly show it 'often' or 'always.'

A third (33 per cent) think being in tune with how they feel is the sign of a good leader.

And while 37 per cent of men would consider being called ‘sensitive’ a compliment, only 23 per cent of women feel the same way.

In fact, 24 per cent of females polled would feel insulted if someone referred to them in this way.

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Commissioned by Aveeno, the study found 55 per cent think others who openly show their sensitive side makes them more likeable.

The research found 48 per cent of respondents believe it’s more socially acceptable for women to show their sensitive side than men.

But in general, 52 per cent consider being seen as sensitive is a positive trait, and 44 per cent say it can help one’s ability to succeed in their career.

The majority (85 per cent) also feel that a good leader in the workplace can be both confident, and sensitive.

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And more than a third (35 per cent) have been in a work situation where they felt their emotional intelligence was an asset to their team or company.

Just over six in 10 (61 per cent) believe good listening skills show someone has compassion, while 48 per cent cite open-mindedness.

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For 45 per cent, good communication skills are vital, according to the OnePoll.com figures.

Aveeno has also revealed a series of striking videos and photographs captured by acclaimed photographer, Julia Fullerton-Batten.

‘My Sensitive Side’ shows four powerful women – stylist Melissa Holdbrook-Akposoe, athlete Dina Asher-Smith, lawyer Thandi Maqubela and nurse Olivia Tompkins – intimately revealing their own sensitive sides.

Julia Fullerton-Batten said: “It’s been an incredible experience to work with such strong, independent women, and to strip back any reservations, to create intimate images that spotlight their vulnerabilities as their own unique superpower.

'BREAK THE STIGMA'

“My hope is that these striking images will empower individuals to honour and embrace their own vulnerabilities and break the stigma surrounding sensitivity.”

Dermatologist, Dr. Cristina Psomadakis (aka ‘Dr Soma’) added: “It’s in our nature to be sensitive – it’s something we all face at times in our life when the world around us tests our resilience and strength.

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“As our body’s largest and most visible organ, our skin can mirror how we are feeling or what we’re experiencing – when it becomes sensitive, it’s because that skin barrier is weakened and compromised.

“This campaign brings to life how sometimes all it takes is something or someone to turn to that will support us during these sensitive times, and the same can be said for our skin”.

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