Gifted Adults

When did you know you were different from other children? Is there a particular event that stands out? I always knew I was different.  I think the harshest realization was as a teen when the group of teens at our church made fun of me.  I always thought it was for other reasons than being …

This story is told anonymously. I have given the author the name of Julia (not her real name). When did you know you were different from other children? Is there a particular event that stands out? Probably around 3rd or 4th grade.  I had lots of trouble making friends after moving across the country. When …

When did you know you were different from other children? Is there a particular event that stands out? There was never a single moment of awareness, but more of an ever-present sense of being different. Without an understanding of what made me different, I experienced an inner belief that there was a core part of …

What does it mean to be gifted and female? Gifted isn’t being smart and getting good grades. Gifted isn’t necessarily about being very good at something. Giftedness is a neurological condition that impacts every aspect of a person’s life. Giftedness presents people with a unique set of opportunities and struggles because it typically places them …

When did you know you were different from other children? Is there a particular event that stands out? My first memories of being different were of being rejected. I remember sitting on the floor of a school classroom working on a group project and the other kids making it very clear they thought I was …