For the gifted individual, identity is thus a “fractal” phenomenon, in the sense that “selfhood” exists in layers.

Each system in the body’s orchestra plays a critical role, and even when the conductor falters, balance and harmony can still be pursued.

The Default Mode Network (DMN) functions like the mind’s backstage, where reflections, memories, and internal dialogues come to life

When your brain works differently than the norm, so does your whole body—and you can’t just "will away" these sensitivities.