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Welcome to Men with S.T.Y.L.E. a podcast where we redefine what it means to be a man in today’s world, exploring masculinity through a lens that often goes overlooked: the lens of the Highly Sensitive Man
Now, you might be asking, “What does S.T.Y.L.E. mean, and why does it matter?” Well, let’s break it down, because, it’s more than just a catchy acronym. It’s a way of being that goes against the grain of traditional masculinity. It’s about embracing the depth, the nuance, and the strength that comes with being a Highly Sensitive Man.
S stands for Strategic Depth of Processing in Action
Picture this: you walk into a room, and while most people see the surface, you see the layers. You notice the tension between two colleagues, the slight smile that hides insecurity, the energy that shifts when the topic changes. Being a highly sensitive man means thinking deeply about what you perceive. It’s not just about noticing, it’s about strategizing. It’s about using those observations to make better decisions, to understand people more fully, to see the paths others miss. Depth isn’t weakness, it’s a superpower.
T is for Testosterone
But not in the way you might think. It’s about embracing the unique form of masculinity that comes with being highly sensitive. Society often tries to fit men into a narrow definition, ‘be tough’, ‘don’t cry’, ‘suck it up’. But testosterone isn’t just about muscle; it’s about passion, drive, and vitality. Highly sensitive men have their own brand of strength, one that comes from being attuned to their emotions, from feeling deeply, and from harnessing those feelings into a force that moves mountains. It’s about being strong enough to be gentle, confident enough to be kind.
Y stands for Wise Yielding in Challenging Situations
In a world that tells men to always push forward, we’re here to celebrate the wisdom in knowing when to bend. When the storm comes, the tree that bends is the one that survives. For highly sensitive men, yielding is not about giving up, it’s about choosing your battles wisely, about knowing when to hold back so that you can come back stronger. It’s about mastering the art of responding, not just reacting, and knowing that sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is pause, reflect, and adapt.
L is for Leadership in Various Fields
Now, leadership might bring to mind boardrooms and titles, but for highly sensitive men, it’s much more expansive. It’s about leading with empathy, guiding with intuition, and inspiring with authenticity. It’s about recognizing that true leadership isn’t about domination, but connection. In our families, our workplaces, our friendships, sensitivity allows us to see the needs of others and find ways to uplift those around us. It’s a quiet kind of leadership, but it’s powerful. And the world needs more of it.
E is for Empathy in Relationships and Strategy
Let’s face it, in a society where empathy can be seen as a soft skill, we know it’s anything but. It’s the ability to step into another person’s shoes, to feel their pain, their joy, their struggles. Empathy is the heartbeat of highly sensitive men, and it’s what makes our connections so deep, so real. It’s what helps us navigate the world with a perspective that others might miss. But empathy is also strategic, it’s about understanding how others think and feel, and using that insight to build bridges, to create solutions, to find common ground where others see division.