Navigating High Intelligence and Sensitivity: Challenges with the UWV in the Netherlands

Discover the challenges faced by highly intelligent and sensitive individuals in the Netherlands, specifically in dealing with the UWV. Explore the disconnect between promised support and actual experiences, and learn about the systemic issues that hinder effective assistance and inclusivity for gifted adults.

Discover the challenges faced by highly intelligent and sensitive individuals in the Netherlands, specifically in dealing with the UWV. Explore the disconnect between promised support and actual experiences, and learn about the systemic issues that hinder effective assistance and inclusivity for gifted adults.

Are We Welcome on This Earth?

Feeling welcome and valued is fundamental, especially when you're discovering and understanding your unique traits. It can be challenging to find institutions or individuals who truly understand and support giftedness. Your experience highlights the gap between the initial promise of support and the reality of the services provided.

Do They Give Wish Instructions?

Your initial experience with the UWV, where you were urged to use their services, seemed promising. However, the encounter with a coach who lacked experience with giftedness and dismissed your concerns indicates a significant shortfall in the quality of personalized support. This kind of disconnect can be disheartening and counterproductive.

Does UWV Listen to Their Customers?

The issue with the evaluation form and the coach's request for you to alter your honest feedback for their benefit raises ethical concerns. It suggests that some individuals within the organization may prioritize personal gain over genuine client progress. This undermines trust and the integrity of the support process.

Are Only Money Changers Helping in Our World?

Your curiosity about the broader services of the UWV and the realization that they focus primarily on those with lower educational backgrounds points to a systemic issue. It's concerning that your specific needs as a gifted individual were not adequately addressed, reflecting a lack of inclusivity in their strategy.

Do They Want You to Think with Them to Solve the Problems?

Despite preparing a thoughtful presentation and offering your insights and volunteer services, the lukewarm response you received from the UWV suggests a reluctance or inability to incorporate feedback from gifted individuals. This could be due to various factors, including bureaucratic inertia, a lack of understanding, or an underestimation of the potential contributions from gifted individuals.

Did They Want Any Help?

The suggestion to join random panels, without a clear direction or intention to leverage your expertise, implies that they may not fully appreciate the value you could bring. This response could indicate a lack of proper channels or an unwillingness to engage deeply with the issues you raised.

Your experience underscores a significant challenge: many institutions are not equipped to effectively support and utilize the talents of highly intelligent and sensitive individuals. It's essential to continue advocating for better recognition and support for gifted adults, ensuring that their unique abilities are valued and utilized effectively. Your insights and experiences could be invaluable in pushing for these changes.

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Antonius Bakker

Antonius "Ton" Bakker, born May 23, 1961, in the Netherlands, is a writer, speaker, and coach/trainer. With a passion for personal development, he has inspired audiences worldwide.
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