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Have you ever felt exhausted after spending time with friends, family, or a romantic partner because you were constantly trying to be the person you thought they wanted you to be? For many autistic women, masking, especially in relationships, can become such a natural part of everyday life that they lose a sense of who they are.

In this episode, I tell a story of the emotional toll I experienced when I performed autistic masking in one of my earliest relationships and what it took to learn for me to be more authentic with potential partners. I also provide some thoughtful homework for you to examine your own tendency to mask in relationships. Lastly, I provide small steps you can take this week to unmask in your own relationships.

If you are a late-diagnosed autistic woman looking to become more of yourself in your relationships, a life coach can help you! Contact me on any of my social media pages or send me a message on my website to set up a quick 15-minute consultation. I would love to learn more about your strengths and how I can help you use the unique brain and nervous system you have to achieve your goals!

NOTES:

I am aware that at around the 5:51 mark of the episode I used the term "non-verbal". I have also been made aware that the preferred terminology is "non-speaking". I apologize, and I will do my best to be better.

INTRO/OUTRO MUSIC: Espresso by Chillpeach

RESOURCES:

• Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disorders Helpline: 1-888-375-7767, Monday– Friday, 9am–9pm CST
• National Alliance for Eating Disorders Helpline: 1-866-662-1235, Monday–Friday, 9am–7pm EST
• Diabulimia Helpline: 425-985-3635, 24 hours, 365 days (for those with co-occurring diabetes and eating disorders)
• National Eating Disorders Association: Get Help for Eating Disorders: Screening & Support | NEDA

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