Are YOU AN empathic Scanner Personality,
HSP, or Polymath?
Create a career that aligns with your diverse passions and unique strengths.
Personality types like Empaths, Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs), Scanner Personalities,
“Multipods”, and Polymaths exhibit distinct traits:
Interestingly, some of these traits can overlap with symptoms commonly associated with ADHD, sparking my curiosity about the connections between these types and ADHD characteristics.
Scanner Personalities, Multipods, and Polymaths
These individuals are marked by diverse interests and talents. Their natural inclination to explore various fields and continuously learn sets them apart.
As a Scanner Personality or Multipotentialite myself, I’ve seen how this way of engaging with the world can enrich life – while also presenting challenges.
Barbara Sher, author of “Refuse to Choose,” coined the term “Scanner Personality” to describe those who thrive on constantly discovering new interests. Unlike individuals with ADHD, Scanners are perfectly capable of concentrating deeply on something – just not indefinitely. Once they’ve absorbed enough, they move on to the next passion. Routine, for a Scanner, feels stifling.
Emily Wapnick, in the TED Talk *”Why Some of Us Don’t Have One True Calling,” popularized the term “Multipods”, referring to those who, like Scanners, don’t want to be limited to one life path. Her book “How to Be Everything” offers more insight into embracing this lifestyle.
Empaths and HSPs: Similarities and Differences
- Empaths: Deeply attuned to emotions and energies, empaths can absorb the feelings of others, sometimes to the point of overwhelm.
- Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs): They share the heightened sensitivity of Empaths but also experience it through physical stimuli like light, sound, or crowds.
Both can struggle with attention regulation, something often associated with ADHD. However, as Barbara Sher noted, these sensitivities do not equate to ADHD itself.
TOO MUCH PRESSURE
Multipotentialites vs. Polymaths:
While Multipotentialites are generalists, exploring multiple fields without focusing on mastery, Polymaths go deeper, achieving excellence in several disciplines. Both types thrive on continuous learning and often find routine unbearable.
Historical Scanner Personalities,
Multipods, or Polymaths:
- Leonardo da Vinci:
One of the most famous polymaths in history, da Vinci was a painter, sculptor, architect, scientist, mathematician,engineer, inventor, anatomist, and writer. He is renowned for his contributions to art, including masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, as well as his groundbreaking scientific and engineering designs.
- Marie Curie:
A pioneering scientist and one of the most prominent female polymaths, she was a physicist and chemist. Marie Curie made groundbreaking discoveries regarding radioactivity and was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize.
- Nikola Tesla
A brilliant inventor and engineer, Tesla was known for his contributions and the development of alternating current (AC) electrical systems, wireless communication, and numerous other inventions and innovations
- Neil deGrasse Tyson:
An astrophysicist, cosmologist, author, and science communicator, Tyson has expertise in multiple scientific disciplines and is known for his ability to communicate complex ideas to the public.
- Buckminster Fuller:
A visionary designer, architect, author, philosopher, inventor, and futurist, he developed significant contributions like the geodesic dome to sustainable architecture and global problem-solving.
Contemporary Scanner Personalities,
Multipods, or Polymaths:
- A modern-day Polymath I admire is Robert Edward Grand –
an exceptional scientist and spiritual seeker and finder. Please go ahead and visit his site – it is beyond mind-blowing how he fuses science and art with spirituality. - Elon Musk:
– controversial entrepreneur, engineer, inventor, and visionary. He co-founded and leads several companies, including SpaceX, Tesla, Neuralink, and The Boring Company, focussing on space exploration, electric vehicles, and renewable energy.
- Temple Grandin:
A professor of animal science at Colorado State University, Grandin is also an author and advocate for autism and animal welfare, combining her expertise in animal behavior and autism advocacy. - Angela Duckworth:
A psychologist and author known for her research on grit, perseverance, and success. Duckworth’s work spans psychology, education, and behavioral economics.
- Michio Kaku:
A theoretical physicist, futurist, and popularizer of science, Kaku explores concepts like string theory, parallel universes, and the future of humanity. His ability to communicate complex scientific ideas to the public has made him a prominent figure in the scientific community.
Are you a Multi-Potentialite, Scanner, or even Polymath too?
- Your mind is like a melting pot of inspiration for probably more ideas than one human alone can transform into reality.
- You question authorities and hierarchies.
- Decision-making is not so easy a task for you.
- Finishing projects can be daunting and haunting: sticking to one thing longer – so it can be financially fruit-bearing – feels likely almost impossible.
- You are very good at learning on your terms; thus, you are very often autodidactic.
- You are a well of information that you share with enthusiasm – if it is still on your excitement horizon.
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Fusing all this knowledge can be challenging and often causes distress when not knowing how to pursue a career – and to make a living that satisfies the heart and senses long-term.
As someone who truly understands the unique challenges and opportunities of being an empathic Scanner Personality, I am here to guide you on your journey of self-discovery and fulfillment. If you’re ready to embrace your diverse talents and create a life that aligns with your passions, let’s work together to uncover your path. Reach out today, and let’s start building a career and lifestyle that nourishes both your heart and your mind.
To overcome these challenges and embrace your unique strengths, consider the following strategies:
- Embrace versatility:
Instead of viewing your diverse interests as a weakness, embrace and accept your versatility, seeing it as a strength. Leverage your ability to draw connections between various disciplines to innovate and problem-solve effectively.
- Practice self-compassion:
Self-compassion and recognizing that it is okay to explore multiple interests are essential. Celebrate your achievements and progress along your unique paths, even if you deviate from conventional expectations. - Look for diversity in learning and career paths:
Rethink traditional paths and embrace the richness of diverse talents. If you’identify as a Scanner Personality or Multipotentialite, your multifaceted nature is your greatest asset. Instead of forcing yourself into narrow boxes, pursue the wide range of interests that fuel your creativity and innovation.By creating environments that nurture and support this unique way of thinking, you can unlock the potential for groundbreaking ideas and personal fulfillment. Your ability to connect seemingly unrelated fields can lead to new perspectives that benefit not just you, but society as a whole. Let your diverse talents shine – and help build a world that values versatility and celebrates curiosity. - Set clear goals:
Setting clear goals and priorities helps us to stay focused, avoiding overwhelm by our diverse interests. Breaking down larger goals into smaller, manageable tasks can also help maintain momentum and motivation.
- Movement:
Physical exercise and gentle movement are vital to regulate bodily and nervous system feedback. Try Tai Chi and Qi Gong, Yoga, dancing, or even running – they are our medicine!
INSTANT SUPPORT:
- Morning rituals and journaling:
Some routines are life-saving! Installling a morning routine, incorporating journaling, and checking in with my down-sized to-do list helped me frame for personal and business success.
- Meditation and breathwork
After learning and deep diving into meditation and breathwork, I have come to the cconclusion that these two are the alpha and omega for a sane day-to-day life. As a multipotentialite Empath with traces of ADHD – presence in the moment is a nourishing soil for inner resilience. - Presence Processing
By acknowledging and integrating buried emotions, we can live more authentically and free ourselves from old patterns and limiting beliefs.
“The Presence Process” by Michael Brown is a transformative guide that has helped countless individuals in this regard. Read more here.
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with the mundane.
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