I think what is most important with this discussion is to not buy in to the general concensus in most given populations that sensitivity is some kind of flaw. It is natural...hereditary and a much needed gift in this often insensitive world.
As was stated...it's what has been pounded into our heads from parents... teachers...bosses...our "peers" and the media on a daily basis most of our lives...that can give this natural personailty trait an unfair "stigma". If it is looked upon as weakness...and we accept that....then that's how we view ourselves. It's all in how we percieve this to be; our view of our place in this world.
There will always be "warrior kings" in our society....but a kingdom without it's bards...artists...teachers...spiritual leaders...is just an empty place without any culture. I wouldn't be there...would you?
Pretty dull!
Look...it takes all kinds to make up this great big goofy world. No-one is better than anyone else!
If you are sensitive...as I am...know yourself...your special gifts and place in this existence...embrace and nurture it fully. Learn to accept and love who you are. This is most definately not a flaw! More like a precious gift!
Have a good thoughtful night...
m.b.