Men With S.T.Y.L.E. Neuroscience of the HSP Brain with Esther Bergsma
Aug 5, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Esther Bergsma, a leading researcher on high sensitivity and author of The Brain of Highly Sensitive Persons, shares her insights on the neuroscience behind HSPs. She reveals how their unique brain connectivity enhances emotional processing and situational awareness. Esther challenges the stigma surrounding sensitivity, presenting it as a superpower instead of a flaw. Listeners learn about the complexities of memory, emotional reactivity, and the significance of prioritizing group needs, especially for sensitive men in today's society.
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HSPs Brain Uses More Areas
- Highly sensitive people (HSPs) use more brain areas, showing increased activity and connectivity.
- This explains their deeper processing and broader comprehension of experiences.
HSPs' Brain Networks Active Longer
- HSPs' brain networks like central executive, salience, and default mode remain highly active and connected.
- This means they process current and past experiences simultaneously, enhancing response quality.
HSPs Perceive More Accurately
- HSPs do not have superior sensory organs but perceive stimuli more accurately.
- Their brain processes sensory and emotional inputs with higher precision, not just filtering more information.
