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'Sensible' and 'sensitive' are often confused,
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but they are quite different.
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'Sensible' means that you 'have good judgement'
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or 'are very practical'.
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Sometimes the most sensible thing is to ignore what
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people say and look at the facts.
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'Sensitive' is related to feelings.
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If you're sensitive, it can mean that 'you think about
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how other people feel'.
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Be sensitive to people's feelings
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and they might agree with you.
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It can also mean that
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'your feelings are very easily upset'.
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Don't be too sensitive about your idea being rejected.
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So being sensitive is all about feelings and kindness.
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Being sensible is about being practical and wise.
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Do you think it's sensible
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to be sensitive to other people?
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Are some people too sensitive
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to make sensible decisions?
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Tell us what you think.
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