11/10/2025
Here's why HSPs are more susceptible to trauma:
HSP Nervous System Facts:
More active mirror neuron systems
Heightened emotional processing centers
Deeper processing of ALL experiences (positive & negative)
Lower threshold for overwhelming experiences
Enhanced empathy that absorbs others' pain
What this means: Events that others process as "stressful" can register as traumatic for HSPs. Your reactions aren't "too much" - they're authentic nervous system responses! π
The beautiful truth: The same depth that creates vulnerability also creates extraordinary healing capacity! β¨