Podcasts about Masking

Invisible Scars: Surviving, Healing, and Finding Your Voice with Christopher CarazasSome of the deepest wounds are the ones no one can see.In this powerful and vulnerable episode, we explore invisible scars with survivor, storyteller, and global development and social impact leader Christopher Carazas. Christopher shares his deeply personal journey of being diagnosed with autism as an adult—and how years of masking his true self left him feeling like he never truly belonged.Instead of receiving understanding and compassion after his diagnosis, Christopher was met with psychological, emotional, and verbal abuse. He was told he wasn't good enough, that he should be ashamed of his existence, and that he didn't deserve the space he took up in the world. These cruel and dehumanizing messages led him to attempt suicide—twice. Thankfully, Christopher is still here.Those experiences became the foundation for his memoir, Now That I'm Still Here, a raw and honest exploration of trauma, autism, grief, abuse, and survival.Christopher describes his life as a “mosaic of shifting landscapes and invisible scars.” Growing up across continents, he learned to adapt constantly while rarely feeling accepted. Masking his autism became a survival strategy—until abuse weaponized his differences and pushed him toward collapse and silence. Healing did not come dramatically or heroically, but breath by breath.Through profound loss, grief, and rebuilding after devastation, Christopher found his way back to himself through writing. His story speaks to anyone who has survived emotional abuse, lived with grief as a daily companion, or struggled to reclaim their voice—especially men and neurodivergent individuals who are often taught to stay silent.This episode is a reminder that survival itself is meaningful—and that telling our stories can be a powerful act of healing.In this episode, we discuss:Invisible scars and why they can be just as painful as physical woundsAdult autism diagnosis and the lifelong impact of maskingThe devastating effects of emotional, psychological, and verbal abuseSuicide attempts, survival, and choosing to keep goingGrief, loss, and rebuilding after everything falls apartWriting as a pathway to healing and reclaiming identityWhy men and neurodivergent individuals must be supported in finding their voicesConnect with Christopher:

What if authenticity isn't a personality trait — but a measurable marker of nervous system capacity? In this episode of Trauma Rewired, we explore authenticity and forgiveness through the lens of post-traumatic growth. We unpack why telling the truth can feel physiologically threatening after trauma, how masking and performance develop as protective strategies, and why forgiveness is not a mindset shift — but a capacity that grows through regulation, integration, and self-attunement. Authenticity is not about oversharing or abandoning discernment. It's the ability to feel the truth in your body and stay connected while expressing it. That requires nervous system flexibility — not willpower. Topics Covered: Why authenticity is a marker of nervous system capacity How trauma wires masking, performance, and self-editing Why telling the truth can feel physiologically threatening Small lies as protective regulation strategies Masking, perfectionism, and increased allostatic load The difference between visibility and authentic expression Why psychedelic honesty is a state shift, not a skill Oversharing and vulnerability hangovers as capacity issues Why forcing forgiveness reinforces threat patterns Self-forgiveness as a neuroplastic learning process Attunement, interoception, and emotional tolerance Rupture and repair as mechanisms of growth Forgiveness without bypassing accountability Rumination, grievance, and sympathetic dominance Why post-traumatic growth reflects the capacity to hold truth and connection at the same time Chapters: 00:00 – Authenticity as Nervous System Capacity 04:30 – Why Truth Feels Like Threat 09:45 – Masking, Performance & Conditional Safety 17:10 – Psychedelics, Peak States & Integration 23:40 – Visibility vs Authentic Expression 29:50 – Self-Forgiveness & Capacity Building 36:15 – Attunement, Shame & Neuroplasticity 41:20 – Forgiving Others Without Bypassing 47:30 – Forgiveness, Faith & Staying Connected   Calls to Action: Neurosomatic Intelligence is now enrolling : https://neurosomaticintelligence.com/nsi-certification Sacred Synapse: an educational YouTube channel founded by Jennifer Wallace that explores nervous system regulation, applied neuroscience, consciousness, and psychedelic preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence.  Wayfinder Journal: Track nervous system patterns and support preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence. FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: https://www.drinkag1.com/rewired  Learn to work with Boundaries at the level of the body and nervous system at https://www.boundaryrewire.com Get a two-week free trial of neurosomatic training at https://rewiretrial.com  

Hey Tinnitus Friends and Family, 120,000 people search for "tinnitus sound therapy" every month. And most of what they find is incomplete—or just wrong. I'm Tinnitus Coach Frieder. I'm ACT-trained, I've worked with over 700 people, and I'm the founder of My Tinnitus Club. Here's what I actually tell my clients about sound therapy—the truth you need to hear. In this video, I break down: The 3 types of sound therapy: 1. **Masking** – covering up tinnitus with external sound (white noise, fans, music) 2. **Sound enrichment** – background sound quieter than your tinnitus 3. **Notched sound therapy** – filtering out your tinnitus frequency to retrain your auditory system What sound therapy CAN do (short-term benefits): - Reduces contrast between silence and loud tinnitus - Provides temporary relief - Helps with sleep and difficult moments in early stages The 3 major limitations no one talks about: 1. It doesn't retrain your nervous system - Sound therapy distracts you, but doesn't teach your brain that tinnitus is safe - If you're using white noise 24/7, your nervous system is still in fight-or-flight - You're covering up the alarm bell—not turning it off 2. You can't use it everywhere - Business meetings, social situations, when battery dies - What happens when it stops? You're back to square one - You're stuck on a crutch instead of retraining your brain 3. It creates dependency - I've worked with people who panic when masking stops - The opposite of habituation - Teaches your brain you can ONLY be okay when you can't hear it Here's the truth: Sound therapy is a tool. It's not the solution. The solution is teaching your nervous system that tinnitus is safe to experience—**even in silence.** I can meditate with my tinnitus blaring. I can hear it over a four-lane street. But I have zero reaction to it. Why? Because my nervous system learned safety. What actually creates lasting tinnitus habituation (from 700+ cases): 1. Nervous system work Your brain learns through lived experience (not just understanding) that tinnitus is safe. 2. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) - Accept difficult thoughts and feelings - Defuse from catastrophic thinking - Live by your values despite tinnitus 3. Community and co-regulation Your nervous system learns safety from being around other humans who've been through this. That's not motivational talk—that's neuroscience. 4. Tools for your triggers Sleep work, anxiety regulation, spike management—personalized to YOUR nervous system. This is why My Tinnitus Club exists. It's not just an app. It's not just pre-recorded videos. It's a community where you work through ACT tools together, with: - Weekly live group coaching with me - People who understand what you're going through - Personalized support for your journey Sound therapy can be part of your toolkit—especially at the start. But the foundation of real habituation? Nervous system work, ACT, and community. Ready to start? Take the free habituation quiz: www.habituate.online It takes 2 minutes and will help you: - Identify where you are in your habituation journey - Understand what's keeping you stuck - Get personalized next steps After the quiz, you'll get access to our free 4-day guide on tinnitus habituation. Want to go deeper? Check out My Tinnitus Club at www.mytinnitus.club for our 12-week ACT-based program with live coaching and community support. Hear you in the next one! Your Tinnitus Coach Frieder

Download the “65 Investment Terms You MUST Know to Reach Your Financial Goals” for FREE by going to https://TodaysMarketExplained.com/  In this episode of Today's Market Explained, Brian Kasal and Chris Reardon unpack one of the most important — and underappreciated — shifts happening in the markets right now: broadening participation beneath the surface of record highs. While headline indexes continue to hover near all-time levels, the real story is happening underneath — where leadership is finally spreading beyond a handful of mega-cap tech names.

Was bedeutet eigentlich Masking? Warum maskieren so viele traumatisierte Menschen oft ohne zu bemerken?

Carrie Scollon sits down with Diane Heaton to explore her chapter from The Embers We Carry, Lighthouse Book Series Volume 3. Diagnosed with ADHD later in life, Diane shares how this realization reframed decades of self-doubt, masking, and misunderstanding. She speaks candidly about confidence, self-compassion, and why ADHD in women is so often overlooked—and misunderstood. Conversation highlights: - Masking, self-blame, and exhaustion - ADHA in women and missed diagnosis- Self-compassion and reframing identity - Naming truth as a path to healing

ADHD doesn't look the same for every kid—especially as children grow into teens and young adults. In this episode, Dr. Janina Maschke explains how gender, stigma, and internalized behaviors can shape diagnosis, coping mechanisms, and self-esteem. Press play to understand what's happening beneath the surface and how parents can offer the support their kid really needs.What to expect in this episode:Why is ADHD often missed or diagnosed late in girls and womenHow internalized behaviors mask hyperactivity and executive function strugglesThe connection between undiagnosed ADHD, anxiety, and low self-esteemWhy unhealthy coping mechanisms often emerge without proper supportWhat parents can do to support teens and young adults without pushing them awayAbout Dr. Janina MaschkeDr. Janina is a cognitive psychologist, ADHD and executive functioning coach, and subject matter expert focused on ADHD across the lifespan. She holds a Ph.D. in Psychology, conducts research on ADHD and women with George Washington University, and is the author of A Feminist's Guide to ADHD. Drawing from both professional expertise and lived experience, she helps neurodivergent individuals understand their brains, build confidence, and thrive.Connect with Dr. JaninaWebsite: ADHD Empowerment Coaching Instagram: @adhd_empowerment_coachingRelated Links:EP28: Gender & Queer Kids with Neurodiversityhttps://impactparents.com/queer-kids-with-neurodiversity/ EP43: Autism & Anxiety In Girlshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/ep-043-autism-anxiety-in-girls/EP56: Missed Diagnosis: Autism In Girlshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/ep-056-missed-diagnosis-autism-in-girlsEP82: Gender Confusion: A Primer for Parentshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/ep-082-gender-confusion-a-primer-for-parents/EP225: The Connection Between Complex Kids, Gender & Sensory Issueshttps://impactparents.com/the-connection-between-complex-kids-gender-sensory-issues/ Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/podcastgift Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparentsSponsors"Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD InterventionDo you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com

Have you ever been labeled too sensitive, too blunt, too intense, or too much at work?In this episode, leadership coach and author Rachel Radway joins us to unpack the truth about neurodivergence in high-achieving professionals — and why many gifted leaders are misunderstood, sidelined, or burned out.We discuss: • What neurodivergence really looks like in the workplace • The concept of “twice exceptional” leaders • Neurodivergent burnout and personality shifts • Masking and its hidden cost • Self-advocacy in corporate environments • How leaders can build inclusive cultures without requiring disclosure • The power of personal user guidesThis episode is essential listening for executives, managers, HR professionals, entrepreneurs, and high performers who want to build stronger, more inclusive teams.Timestamps:00:00 – Feeling misunderstood at work 01:00 – Rachel's niche: neurodivergent high achievers 03:00 – “Too sensitive” and early conditioning 06:00 – Neurodivergent burnout explained 07:30 – What neurodivergence actually looks like 08:30 – Twice exceptional (2E) leaders & ADHD traits 10:30 – Communication challenges & context needs 13:00 – Leading with curiosity vs. judgment 15:00 – Disclosure risks in the workplace 18:30 – Personal user guides for inclusive teams 22:00 – Leveraging neurodivergent superpowers 24:00 – The cost of not advocating for yourself 27:00 – Inside Rachel's book Perceptive 29:00 – Final leadership adviceConnect with Rachel Radway:Website: RERcoaching.com LinkedIn: Rachel Radway Book: Perceptive: Insights for leaders who feel more, process deeply, and think differently (Available on Amazon)If this episode resonated:• Subscribe & follow the show • Leave a 5-star review • Share this episode with your team • Tag us on LinkedIn with your biggest takeawaySupport the show

Send a textDiscrimination and minority stress can create a chronic nervous-system load: not only dealing with the moment, but also anticipating bias, managing risk, and constantly scanning for safety and belonging. In this episode, we explore minority stress as an accumulation of experiences—overt discrimination, microaggressions, stereotyping, exclusion, and the invisible effort of code-switching or masking. Using simple polyvagal-informed language, we look at how chronic vigilance can keep the body in mobilised protection or shutdown, and we offer practical ways to support regulation without minimising the reality of the environment. We close with a short grounding practice focused on orienting to neutral and welcoming cues, and anchoring a sense of belonging in the self.In this episode, you'll learnA clear definition of minority stress and why it belongs in a trauma-types seriesHow accumulation and anticipation create chronic nervous-system strainPolyvagal-informed patterns: hypervigilance and shutdown in response to “not-safe-enough” environmentsThe “double load” of code-switching, masking, and constant self-monitoringCommon signs (non-diagnostic): tension, sleep disruption, avoidance, over-performing, numbnessWhat helps: low-demand belonging, boundary micro-skills, resourcing after exposure, supportive validationA grounding practice designed for belonging and present-moment safety cuesGrounding practice (2–3 minutes): “Orient + Belonging Cue”Find one neutral objectFind one welcoming cue (colour, light, texture)Supportive posture with feet on the  floorPhrase: “I belong to myself” (or “I'm allowed to take up space”)Longer exhale releaseCheck the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next: Society-Shaped Trauma (Part 2): Poverty, Insecurity & Social ExclusionSupport the show

How can people with ADHD be supported beyond medication?Occupational Therapist and ADHD Coach Emma Ketley and ADHD and autism advocate Amy Green bring their professional insight and lived experience, for an honest conversation about supporting people with ADHD beyond medication. They explore sensory load, masking, ADHD burnout, and nervous system regulation, and discuss practical, non-pharmacological strategies that can make a meaningful difference for neurodivergent adults. This episode is essential listening for health practitioners, mental health professionals, and anyone supporting people with ADHD. It offers guidance on neurodiversity-affirming approaches, and on how to create safer, more inclusive spaces in practice. Liked this episode? Stay tuned for future episodes by following Mental Health in Practice.Visit the MHPN website for episode host and guest bios, recommended resources and a self-directed CPD form.Share your comments, questions and feedback about Mental Health in Practice: https://mhpn.org.au/podcast-feedback/.

This week on a pre-Mardi Gras episode “Jesuitical,” Ashley and guest host Sebastian speak with Dr. Ansel Augustine. Ansel is the assistant director for African American affairs for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and the author of Praying with Our Feet: Encountering God in the Margins. They discuss the harrowing and sacred culture of the Black Masking Indians of Mardi Gras. 0:00 Mardi Gras! 4:00 New York City has a new bishop 10:17 Archbishop Fulton Sheen to be beatified 11:44 Catholic leaders respond to racist post 13:50 Villanova and Notre Dame bball in Rome! 15:14 History of Black masking culture 21:24 African Americans made Catholicism their own 24:02 Mardi Gras as sacred ritual 27:00 Tribal competition 29:10 Black and Indian cultural encounter 31:30 Hurricane Katrina is an open wound 34:04 The art of feasting 37:32 Diversity ministry is a challenge 45:24 Lenten resources and practices for 2026! Links for further reading:  CRS Rice Bowl Website Development and Peace – Caritas Canada Solidarity Calendar 2026  101 Things To Give Up For Lent On Mardi Gras, Catholics should celebrate the faith and resilience of the New Orleans Black Masking Indians You can follow us on X and on Instagram @jesuiticalshow.   You can find us on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/jesuitical.  Please consider supporting Jesuitical by becoming a digital subscriber to America magazine at americamagazine.org/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For four years, the podcast “Voices of the Culture” has been sharing stories about Black Masking Indian traditions. Today, we'll listen to the second part of their latest episode. Hosts Spyboy Horace Anderson of the Creole Wild West and Big Chief Dowee Robair of the 9th Ward Black Hatchet sit down with Big Chief Dow Edwards of the Timbuktu Warriors. They discuss the pressures and responsibilities of becoming a Big Chief, how the COVID pandemic impacted their community and where you can find them on Mardi Gras Day.___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Alana Schreiber. Our managing producer is Alana Schrieber. Matt Bloom and Aubry Procell are assistant producers. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Coffee is comforting. Familiar. For many of us, it's the unofficial start button for the day. But have you ever paused to wonder whether your daily caffeine habit is truly supporting your health—or simply helping you push through exhaustion? In this episode, we take an honest, balanced look at caffeine from a Christian, whole-person perspective. We'll talk about the potential benefits, the possible downsides, and how caffeine can affect sleep, stress, mood, and even our sense of freedom. This conversation is for Christian women who want to care for their bodies with wisdom and discernment. The goal isn't to shame coffee drinkers or create fear—it's to help you slow down, think clearly, and consider what's best for your body and season of life. What Caffeine Really Is Caffeine is often treated as harmless and normal, but it's technically considered a stimulant that affects the nervous system. It naturally occurs in coffee beans, tea leaves, and cacao, and it's also manufactured and added to many processed foods and drinks. Most of us think of caffeine as something found only in coffee or soda. But it also shows up in places like: Energy drinks Pain relievers Chocolate and candy Certain gums and mints Even some personal care products In the United States, the majority of adults consume caffeine every day, often without giving it much thought. The Helpful Side of Caffeine Caffeine isn't automatically “bad.” Used in reasonable amounts, it can offer real benefits, such as: Feeling more awake and alert Sharper reaction time Short-term mental focus Extra stamina for certain tasks Occasional support with pain relief For some women, a cup of coffee is simply enjoyable and fits well into a healthy lifestyle. The concern isn't caffeine itself. The concern is how easily it can become a crutch instead of a choice. The Possible Downsides What gives you energy in the morning can also interfere with your body in ways you might not notice right away. Regular caffeine use has been linked with things like: Trouble falling or staying asleep Higher stress and anxiety levels Changes in heart rate and blood pressure Feeling wired but tired Increased irritability Negative effects for sensitive individuals One of the biggest traps is the cycle many women get stuck in: Not enough sleep → more caffeine → worse sleep → even more caffeine. Over time, caffeine can become both the thing you rely on for energy and the very thing stealing your rest. Dependence Is More Common Than We Realize Most people don't think of caffeine as something you can be dependent on. But many experience real physical effects when they stop using it. Common symptoms after cutting back include: Headaches Low energy Difficulty focusing Mood changes Feeling achy or “off” Because these feelings are uncomfortable, it's easy to reach for more coffee just to avoid them. That's how a simple habit can slowly turn into something we feel controlled by. A Faith-Centered Lens on Coffee and Caffeine As Christian women, we're invited to live with freedom and wisdom in every area of life—including our daily habits. Scripture offers this gentle reminder: “All things are lawful for me, but not all things are helpful… I will not be dominated by anything.” – 1 Corinthians 6:12 Coffee may be permissible. Caffeine may be socially normal. But a better question is: Is it truly helpful for you right now? If you feel like you can't function without caffeine, or you're using it to ignore exhaustion instead of listening to your body, that may be worth bringing before the Lord. Your body was designed for rhythms of rest and restoration. Stimulants can't replace what real sleep and peace provide. Time-Stamped Highlights 00:00 – An honest conversation about America's favorite legal drug 01:00 – Understanding what caffeine actually is 02:00 – Surprising places caffeine can be found 03:20 – How caffeine can create a sleep cycle problem 03:45 – Possible benefits of moderate caffeine use 04:10 – Potential effects on the heart and stress levels 05:00 – Special concerns for pregnancy, breastfeeding, and children 07:20 – How caffeine withdrawal can show up 09:40 – Why caffeine often masks deeper fatigue 10:15 – A biblical perspective on being mastered by habits 11:10 – Ways to evaluate your own caffeine use Key Takeaways Caffeine can be useful—but it can also quietly interfere with sleep and stress. Many people rely on caffeine more than they realize. More coffee isn't always the answer to low energy. Each woman's body responds differently—discernment matters. Faith invites us to care for our bodies with intention, not autopilot. Instead of asking, “Am I allowed to drink coffee?” consider asking: “Is this helping me thrive—or just helping me keep going when I need rest?” If this episode made you pause and think about your own habits—whether with caffeine, sleep, stress, or energy—you don't have to sort it all out alone. I offer one-on-one Health Clarity Sessions where we slow everything down and talk through what's really going on in your life and your body. These sessions are gentle, practical, and focused on helping you feel calm and confident about your next steps. No pressure. No complicated plans. Just a peaceful space to get clear. Learn more and book a session here: herholistichealing.com/clarity And if you'd like simple, faith-centered steps to support your energy without overwhelm, download the free More Energy Starter Guide at: herholistichealing.com/free   This content is for informational purposes only and is not meant to be medical advice.

For four years, the podcast “Voices of the Culture” has been sharing stories about Black Masking Indian traditions. Today, we'll listen to the first part of their latest episode. Hosts Spyboy Horace Anderson of the Creole Wild West and Big Chief Dowee Robair of the 9th Ward Black Hatchet sit down with Big Chief Dow Edwards of the Timbuktu Warriors. They discuss putting the finishing touches on their suits, how tariffs impacted the expenses of their materials, and how they hope spectators will engage with the music and the marching on Mardi Gras Day. __Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Alana Schreiber. Our managing producer is Alana Schrieber. Matt Bloom and Aubry Procell are assistant producers. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

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This is The Digital Story Podcast 1,038, Feb. 10, 2026. Today's theme is, "Lightroom Mobile's Insane Scene Enhance Tool for Auto Masking." I'm Derrick Story. Regardless of which Lightroom you have, it has impressive auto masking features. Classic and Desktop versions let you choose between basic elements like Subject, Sky, and background. But the Mobile version simplifies this even more with its Scene Enhance feature. And that's our top story for this week. I hope you enjoy the show.

Adam Serwer, staff writer at The Atlantic, talks about what it means for accountability when ICE agents are allowed to be masked.=>"The Real Reason ICE Agents Wear Masks" (The Atlantic, 2/2/26) 

One of the Senate Democrats' demands for resuming DHS funding is a ban on the use of masks by ICE agents.On Today's Show:Atlantic staff writer Adam Serwer talks about his essay, "The Real Reason ICE Agents Wear Masks" in which he argues that masking is dangerous "because people who are assured that they won't face consequences for abusing power almost inevitably do so."

In part two of this conversation, neurobiologist and author of The Lost Girls of Autism, Gina Rippon, rejoins Ben to focus on the women autism research left behind.Picking up where part one ends, Gina traces how early brain science, diagnostic bias and cultural assumptions combined to hide autistic women in plain sight. She unpacks why autism was framed as a “male condition,” how masking became a survival strategy, and the real cost of decades of late or missed diagnosis.They explore the neuroscience behind prediction and masking, the forgotten female figures in autism's history, and why the language of “over-diagnosis” risks oversimplifying a much more complex history of under-recognition .Gina also reflects on autistic bullying, and what meaningful change in diagnosis and research could look like next.If you've ever wondered why so many autistic women are only being seen now - or why you still don't feel seen - this conversation is for you. We hope it offers some clarity, context, and hope.Join us at hidden20.org/donate.________Host: Ben BransonProduction Manager: Phoebe De LeiburnéVideo Editor: James ScrivenSocial Media Manager: Charlie YoungMusic: Jackson GreenbergHead of Marketing: Kristen Fuller00:00 Introduction01:00 Gina Rippon's Career in Autism & Neuroscience02:00 The Brain Questions That Changed Autism Research05:12 Autism & the Brain: Predictive Coding Explained08:11 Why So Many Autistic Women Were Missed09:09 The Forgotten Female Psychiatrist Who Identified Autism Decades Earlier16:52 Autism Diagnosis Ratios: Female vs Male Explained18:02 How Many Autistic Women Have We Missed? The “Overdiagnosis” Myth24:02 Masking in Autistic Women: The Breakthrough Moment29:30 The Reality of Bullying for Autistic Girls31:18 The Cost of Late Autism Diagnosis in Women35:59 Autism, Hormones & PMDD: What Research Still Lacks37:00 Debunking the “Refrigerator Mother” Myth40:15 What Neuroscience Tells Us About the Autistic Brain44:11 Neurodivergent vs Neurodiversity: Why Language Matters46:00 The Future of Autism Diagnosis in Women47:54 What Gives Gina Rippon Hope50:45 Gina Rippon's Top Tips for Autistic Women51:44 Gina's Green Dot BadgeThe Hidden 20% is a charity founded by AuDHD entrepreneur, Ben Branson.Our mission is simple: To change how the world sees neurodivergence.No more stigma. No more shame. No more silence.1 in 5 people are neurodivergent. That's 1.6 billion of us - yet too many are still excluded, misunderstood, or left without support.To break the cycle, we amplify voices, challenge myths, and keep showing up. Spotlighting stories, stats and hard truths. Smashing stereotypes through honest voices, creative campaigns and research that can't be ignored.Every month, over 50,000 people turn to The Hidden 20% to feel safe, seen and to learn about brilliant brains.With your support, we can reach further, grow louder, and keep fighting for the 1 in 5 who deserve more.Join us at hidden20.org/donate.Become a monthly donor.Be part of our community where great minds think differently.Brought to you by charity The Hidden 20% #1203348______________Follow & subscribe…Website: www.hidden20.orgInstagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20charityBen Branson @seedlip_benGina Rippon https://www.ginarippon.com/If you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a "green dot" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dein Kind ist in Schule / Kita "super" – und zu Hause explodiert es regelmäßig? Willkommen im Club. Und: Willkommen bei Masking.

Episode 259, Feb 1, 2026 -Are we really surprised to see so many sadistic nurses on social media wishing harm on conservatives? How the "caring" professions attract female psychopaths -Psychiatrist Hannah Spier (she's based) joins us to talk about how women's personality and character failings are being "morally laundered" by mental health pros with false sympathy diagnoses. They're not "bipolar" or "autistic", they're personality disordered. -Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti, shot to death by ICE, was not merely some "caring nurse." He was a violent thug with a history of interfering with and assaulting immigration cops. Did you like the show? Throw us some cash support! https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted... -Disaffected is sponsored by purveyors of the finest cured meats. Visit biltongusa.com and use promo code JOSH to get 10 percent off your order. -Slocum Consulting: You can book an hour with Josh on video to talk about troubled relationships, political clashes at work, and more. If you're looking for someone who won't call your concerns "crazy," Josh is the guy you want. Book at https://www.joshuaslocum.netSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SummaryIn this podcast, the host discusses the concepts of obfuscation and data masking, particularly in the context of the recently released Epstein files. The conversation explores the implications of these files, the need for justice and accountability, and the spiritual dimensions of power dynamics. The host emphasizes the importance of empowering the common people and calls for a transformation in how individuals engage with spirituality and societal issues.Clayton's Social Media LinkTree | Instagram | X (Twitter) | YouTube | Rumble | FaceBookTimecodes 00:00 - Understanding Obfuscation and Data Masking01:45 - The Epstein Files: Overview and Key Figures10:09 - Justice and Accountability: The Need for Investigations11:07 - Spiritual Insights: Power Dynamics and Prayer18:04 - Empowerment and Transformation: A Call to ActionIntro/Outro Music Producer: Don Kin Instagram | Spotify Super grateful for this guy ^Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/traveling-to-consciousness-with-clayton-cuteri--6765271/support.Listen to the Podcast AD-FREE HERE for $4.95/monSign Up for my Newsletter HEREALL Indigo Education Podcasts HEREMy Book: The Secret Teachings of Jesus HEREOfficial Traveling to Consciousness Website HERE

Your definition of normal may look different from someone else's, and that's exactly where your truth lives.   In this episode of Someone Gets Me, Dianne A. Allen sits down with Sandy Bean for an honest conversation about masking, its hidden costs, and how many gifted and neurodivergent people may already be paying the price without realizing it. Sandy also shares how growing up as a gifted child shaped her passion for advocating for gifted and twice-exceptional children beyond academic performance.   She also offers tips on navigating grief and overwhelm, explains how radical acceptance can transform the journey, and thoughtfully explores why masking can sometimes be necessary in social settings, even as we learn when and how to lay it down.   Watch the Someone Gets Me Podcast – The Hidden Cost of Masking   Did you enjoy this episode? Subscribe to the channel, tap the notification bell, and leave a comment!   You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.   Sandy Bean is a founder, belonging and neurodiversity strategist, educator, and speaker who helps leaders and organizations design cultures where people can think clearly, belong fully, and perform sustainably. Drawing on 20+ years in education and community-building, her work blends systems thinking, psychology, and deeply human insight. She has been featured in Forbes, TEDx, Under 30CEO, Grit Daily, and beyond, and writes a column focused on neurodiversity and belonging for Authority Magazine.   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandrajsbean/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-bean-m-ed/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/think_bean/ YouTube: youtube.com/@sandybean?si=hLg0gNPC6ZTtxTEB   Find out more and book her at www.sandybean.com, or reach out directly to hello@sandybean.com.    How to Connect with Dianne A. Allen   Dianne A. Allen, MA is an intuitive mentor, speaker, author, ambassador, hope agent, life catalyst, and the CEO and Founder of Visions Applied. She has been involved in personal and professional development and mental health and addiction counseling. She inspires people in personal transformation through thought provoking services from speaking and podcasting to individual intuitive mentoring and more. She uses her years of experience coupled with years of formal education to blend powerful, practical, and effective strategies and tools for success and satisfaction. She has authored several books, which include How to Quit Anything in 5 Simple Steps - Break the Chains that Bind You, The Loneliness Cure, A Guide to Contentment, 7 Simple Steps to Get Back on track and Live the Life You Envision, Daily Meditations for Visionary Leaders, Hope Realized, and Where Do You Fit In?   Website: https://msdianneallen.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianne_a_allen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msdianneallen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianneallen/# Twitter: https://x.com/msdianneallen   Check out Dianne's new book, Care for the Neurodivergent Soul. https://a.co/d/cTBSxQv   Visit Dianne's Amazon author page. https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0F7N457KS   You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect. https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/   For a complimentary “Get to Know You” 30-minute call: https://visionsapplied.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=4017868   Join our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/someonegetsme   Follow Dianne's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/msdianneallen   Email contact: dianne@visionsapplied.com   Dianne's Mentoring Services: https://msdianneallen.com/  

In this episode of The Open Bedroom Podcast, I explore how neurodiversity—specifically ADHD and autism—affect relationships, intimacy, and daily life. I'm joined by Seb, who has ADHD and two decades of experience supporting neurodivergent individuals, and his neurotypical wife, Dr. Alison Ash. Together, we discuss communication strategies, managing executive function stress, sensory sensitivities, and the importance of mutual understanding. Seb and Dr. Aly share practical tools for navigating challenges, fostering emotional connection, and creating fulfilling partnerships that honor both neurodivergent and neurotypical needs.Dr. Alison Ash, aka Dr. Aly, is a trauma-informed intimacy coach and educator, Stanford University Lecturer, author, and founder of TurnON.love.  As a sociologist with a PhD from Stanford, she has a comprehensive understanding of the complex societal challenges that often lead to unsatisfying and disempowering intimate experiences. Sebastian aka Seb is a certified TurnON.love sex and intimacy coach and educator. Seb also has two decades of experience of working with neurodivergent folks, and specializes in supporting them and their partners to have fulfilling intimacy. Dr. Aly and Seb design workshops, courses, and retreats and offer individuals and couples coaching to give others the tools to be able to cultivate and sustain nourishing emotional and sexual intimacy. They invite you to TurnON pleasure, intimacy and love at www.TurnON.loveChapter 2: Personal Journeys & Neurodiversity Expertise (00:02:04) Saib shares his background working with neurodiverse individuals and his personal experience with ADHD; Dr. Aly discusses her neurotypical but highly sensitive background.Chapter 3: Understanding Neurodiversity—Definitions & Dynamics (00:05:02) The group explores the definitions of neurotypical and neurodivergent, societal expectations, and the importance of recognizing both strengths and challenges.Chapter 4: Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Self-Identification (00:08:38) Saib discusses statistics on neurodivergence, generational differences, and how to recognize signs of being neurodivergent.Chapter 5: Empowerment Through Diagnosis & Community (00:12:50) Dr. Aly and Seb highlight the benefits of diagnosis or self-identification, including empowerment and finding community.Chapter 6: ADHD & Autism—Traits, Gender Differences, and Masking (00:14:13) Seb explains ADHD types, autism as a spectrum, gender differences in presentation, and the concept of masking neurodivergent traits.Chapter 7: Neurodiversity in Relationships—Challenges & Tools (00:22:35) Discussion shifts to how neurodivergence shows up in relationships, managing executive function, and practical tools like to-do lists and shared calendars.Chapter 8: Communication, Collaboration, and Emotional Health (00:35:26) Dr. Aly discusses supportive communication, positive reinforcement, collaborative problem-solving, and handling difficult conversations in neurodiverse partnerships.Chapter 9: Intimacy, Sensory Needs, and Sexual Connection (00:54:28) Exploring how ADHD and autism impact sexual intimacy, including sensory sensitivities, predictability, and tools for supporting neurodivergent partners.Dr. Aly and Sebastian will be teaching on ZoomNeurodiverse Relating & Executive Function on March 3rdNeurodiverse Love & Emotional Intimacy on March 10thNeurodiverse Pleasure & Sexual Intimacy on March 24th Folks can access these live virtual courses at www.TurnON.love/eventsThese workshops are also available as an on-demand rental, offering the same material anytime, at www.TurnON.love/workshopsFor info on 1:1, couples, and ENM Intimacy coaching with Dr. Aly and Sebastian can be found at www.TurnON.love/coaching Follow the Open Bedroom podcast:https://www.instagram.com/theopenbedroompodcast?igsh=cjJ0ZThkYmR0ZG11&utm_source=qr

Welcome back to the Restoring the Soul podcast with Michael John Cusick. In this episode, Michael sits down for a thoughtful and deeply personal conversation with his wife of nearly 35 years, Julianne Cusick. Together, they explore the emerging world of neurodiversity, focusing on neurodivergent individuals, neurodiverse couples, and the impact these differences can have on relationships.Drawing from Julianne Cusick's extensive work, research, and recent conference presentations, they break down commonly misunderstood terms like neurodiversity, neurodivergent, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This conversation doesn't just dwell on diagnosis—instead, it offers a new framework for understanding ourselves and our partners, emphasizing how assessment and awareness can bring clarity, freedom, and healing to relationships.Support the showENGAGE THE RESTORING THE SOUL PODCAST:- Follow us on YouTube - Tweet us at @michaeljcusick and @PodcastRTS- Like us on Facebook- Follow us on Instagram & Twitter- Follow Michael on Twitter- Email us at info@restoringthesoul.com Thanks for listening!

There's a lot to speculate on with Jayson Tatum thinking twice about returning this season. Is Tatum really concerned about upsetting the chemistry of the Celtics and is there friction between him and Jaylen Brown?

In this meeting of The Late Diagnosis Club, Dr Angela Kingdon welcomes Abbey Thompson — a librarian, classically trained vocalist, prize-winning baker, gamer, social justice bard, and self-described random fact machine.Abbey is a fat, queer, neurodivergent woman living in Los Angeles with two orange cats and a deep commitment to creativity without perfection.Diagnosed with ADHD in her 40s and later recognising she was also Autistic, Abbey describes how finally naming her neurodivergence didn't just bring understanding — it brought permission. Permission to be loud, to be big, to be joyful, to be mediocre, and to exist without apology.Together, Angela and Abbey explore late identification, fatness and bullying, perfectionism, burnout, AuDHD, creativity as regulation, and the radical act of letting go of shame. This episode is an invitation to stop fixing yourself — and start living.

You're listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for January 29, 2026. 0:30 A bizarre attempted jailbreak at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center turns into something far darker. We unpack the shocking story of a man posing as an FBI agent—armed not with a gun, but a pizza cutter—who tried to free Luigi Mangione, an accused cold-blooded killer with no bail. What starts as absurd buffoonery quickly exposes a disturbing cultural trend: the romanticization of murder and the erasure of victims in modern political discourse. From social media fan clubs celebrating an accused killer, to a broader indictment of the left’s moral inversion on life, justice, and accountability, we confront how a culture that excuses violence, ignores victims, and plays God cannot sustain a free society. 9:30 Plus, we cover the Top 3 Things You Need to Know. A government shutdown is looming as the US Senate failed to pass a series of spending bills which had already been authorized by the House. The Communist Mayor of New York, Zohran Mamdani announced this week that he wants to institute a wealth tax on New York Citizens. Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar announced she's running for governor in her home state. 12:30 Get Prodovite Plus from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 13:00 A landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling on election law might be one of the most consequential decisions of this century—and a sharp rebuke to how the courts handled the 2020 election lawsuits. The cases were never truly heard, only dismissed on “standing,” raising serious questions about judicial responsibility, election integrity, and what it means for a free society when no one can challenge the law. 16:00 Do women get judged more harshly than men for the state of their homes? American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson tackle the age-old double standard around house cleanliness, company panic, and who really gets blamed when the house is a mess. From a Good Housekeeping study that proves women are judged more for dirty rooms, to hilarious confessions about “scary moms,” hoarder husbands, and shutting the bedroom door, the conversation hits close to home. With humor, honesty, and a few guilty admissions of judgment, the American Mamas dig into social expectations, mom guilt, messy vs. truly dirty houses, and why women often carry the mental load of keeping a home presentable. It’s a funny, honest discussion about motherhood, marriage, cleanliness standards, and the unspoken rules women are expected to live by—especially when company is coming over. If you'd like to ask our American Mamas a question, go to our website, AmericanGroundRadio.com/mamas and click on the Ask the Mamas button. 23:00 We take on a morally offensive story that is impossible to ignore: Hunter Biden’s continued refusal to meet or acknowledge his seven-year-old daughter, Navy Joan Roberts. From the Biden family’s long denial of her existence to the media’s role in looking the other way, the conversation digs into why this scandal matters far beyond partisan politics. The discussion exposes the details of Hunter Biden’s child support case, including a court agreement where the child’s mother agreed to accept far less money—on one condition: that he meet his daughter. He still hasn’t. This isn’t about politics, money, or embarrassment, but about responsibility, fatherhood, and a culture that has lost its sense of shame. It’s a blunt, emotional look at family values, accountability, and why abandoning a child should never be normalized in America. 26:30 New U.S. Census Bureau data for 2025 reveals a dramatic slowdown in population growth—and the reasons why matter more than the headline. We break down how the end of mass illegal immigration and the start of deportations have exposed a deeper problem: America isn’t having enough babies to grow its population naturally. What looks like stagnation is actually a demographic warning sign. From shrinking workforces and collapsing entitlement systems to state-by-state population declines in places like California, Hawaii, and Vermont, the conversation connects the census numbers to culture, economics, and long-term national survival. Pointing to examples from Japan, Europe, and China, we make the case that children are not burdens but blessings—and warn that a nation unwilling to value life and family is choosing population decline and economic instability. 32:00 Get TrimROX from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 32:30 New video evidence is raising fresh questions in the case of Alex Pretti, the man killed during an altercation with ICE officers in Minneapolis. We urge caution as more details emerge, including footage from an encounter just days before the fatal shooting that shows Pretti taunting officers, spitting on law enforcement, damaging a federal vehicle, and attempting to flee arrest. While the new video offers insight into Pretti’s recent behavior and mindset, it does not automatically justify the shooting itself. We break down what is known, what remains unclear, and why investigations—not knee-jerk conclusions—matter in emotionally charged use-of-force cases. 36:00 In a surprising Bright Spot we revisit a 2010 speech from President Barack Obama that sounds strikingly different from today’s Democratic talking points on illegal immigration. In the clip, Obama argues for border enforcement, accountability, deportations, and fairness for legal immigrants—positions that mirror long-held conservative views on immigration policy. What was considered common-sense immigration policy in 2010 is now labeled “fascism” by many on the left, despite Democrats controlling Washington at the time. Immigration enforcement didn’t change because the law changed—but because political will did, exposing a dramatic ideological flip on borders, sovereignty, and the rule of law. 39:30 For the first time in 26 years, U.S. steel production has surged past Japan—marking a major milestone for American manufacturing and national security. We break down how the United States reclaimed its spot as the world’s third-largest steel producer and why it didn’t happen by accident, but by design under President Donald Trump’s America First trade policies. 41:30 And we finish off today's show with an archaeological find that will make you say, "Whoa!" Articles Partial government shutdown looms after funding deal failure Mamdani seeks wealth tax to plug NYC's $12B budget gap Klobuchar launches bid for Minnesota governor New Census Data Signals A Coming Republican Edge In 2030 New US population data filled with alarming, surprising findings 2010. President Obama shoots down the whole "stop deportations and just let the illegal immigrants be" argument that the Democrat party is currently pushing. US Steel Surpasses Japan, Boosted by Trump Tariffs Follow us: americangroundradio.com Facebook: facebook.com / AmericanGroundRadio Instagram: instagram.com/americangroundradioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello to you listening in Corning, New York!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.One of the first signs of recognition a new mother looks for in her infant is - a smile. Look! She's smiling at me! Yes! Baby sees you. Baby recognizes you.From earliest days we are cued to the smiles of other human beings. Remember what we missed in the COVID time with masks masking our smiles? Sure, we crinkled our eyes to signal a smile but it wasn't the same as receiving a smile from another human. Sometimes the tone of our voice was a good substitute. The “music of the spoken word” stood in for our smile. We did the best we could with what we had.  Like a smile, the "music of the spoken word" brings written text to life with inflection, pause, tone, emphasis, and  cadence. Reading text alone is quick, cheap, and easy but the human voice lends expression and emotional meaning.I create each 60 Seconds episode with you in mind to offer a measure of hope, delight and imagination, as well as thoughts to ponder, stories to share, a practical tip to lighten and brighten your day. Thank you for taking the time to listen to my podcast episodes. My voice is me smiling at you.  You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. Be sure to stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website, check out the Communication Services, email me to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as "Wyzga on Words" on Substack.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.  If you found this podcast episode helpful, please consider sharing and attributing it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

Season 4 Episode 77 PART TWOTonya hid her abortion secrets for decades. When God called her to attend counseling, she had to overcome years of pain to get to the root of her suffering. Join Kim and Tonya as they talk about how her 20 years in the military, her beautiful family, and how her current success could not hide the pain that was trying to come up for air. Her redemptive story will leave you shocked at the wonder of how God works and how much he loves us. *We honor the memory of Isabella, Lael and Samuel*Tonya's Website: https://www.tonyabjones.com/aboutRachel's Vineyard (Post-abortive healing retreats) https://www.rachelsvineyard.org/In Part One we discussed: 1. Abortion Wound2. Masking and UnmaskingIn Part Two we discuss: 3. Journey to Acceptance~If you enjoy this podcast, leave an honest review on Spotify or Apple. We value your feedback!Text this episode to a foster or adoptive family to encourage them as they care for vulnerable youth.Foster Mama Journal is here! More details on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Fostermamafriend⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the website: www.kimpatton.com~Get to know the host:Kim Patton's book- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is for those struggling through hard times. View the book in paperback, ebook, and audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Books | Mysite (kimpatton.com)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dear Foster Mama letter on Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enter email address on Substack for free sample chapters and downloadable PDF Mama Check-In:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Author Kim Patton | Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kimpatton.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Author Kim Patton | Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Latest Stories on Her View from Home⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- listen to Book Therapy episodes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stay in Touch with Author Kim Patton⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your first freebie!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Goodreads ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book reviews galore

Send us a textTo be unprofessional isn't always a choice, let alone a liberating one. Because when the system was never built with you in mind, speaking up and challenging the status quo comes with great risk and privilege – and it's something Black women had to learn very early on.The brilliant Dr. Tieren Scott joins me this week for a raw and honest conversation about what it means to be Black in the world of work. She generously shares her experience of professional masking, the exhaustion of code-switching to appease others, and what it feels like to mold yourself within a misaligned system, while carry the weight of your community on your shoulders.This conversation is a vital reminder that some professional masks weigh heavier than others, and why choosing authenticity over palatability is a radical act of unprofessionalism.Find out about:Tieren's professional experience as a Black woman in AmericaThe daily self-censorship and masking that Black women face in professional settingsThe biases and microaggressions that show up in places of work for Black peopleThe importance of uplifting minority groups, by putting them in the room – and promoting them when they're not thereWhy white colleagues need to get curious and ask more questions, to be better allies at workLinks:WebsiteLinkedInSupport the show✨✨✨You can now find the podcast on Substack, where your host Dr. Myriam Hadnes is building a club for you to find fellow listeners and peers: https://myriamhadnes.substack.com/

Lopez used to call J.J. Watt “the masking agent” for covering up shortcomings in the Texans defense late in his career, and now he's seeing a similar dynamic — at a lower level — with another player on this team. ITL debates whether one standout is helping hide deeper issues and what that says about the roster as a whole.

Lopez used to call J.J. Watt “the masking agent” for covering up shortcomings in the Texans defense late in his career, and now he's seeing a similar dynamic — at a lower level — with another player on this team. ITL debates whether one standout is helping hide deeper issues and what that says about the roster as a whole. Plus, Lunch-Time Confessions reveals what Lopez couldn't stop watching last night, before Judge John Lopez steps into court to rule on whether it's time to finally get rid of TV rules analysts.

Earlier this month, federal immigration officers left Louisiana in droves and headed to Minneapolis. The abrupt pivot signals a wrapping up of the Louisiana deployment, dubbed “Catahoula Crunch,” that began in December. Jack Brook has been covering immigration for the Associated Press. He joins us from Minneapolis for more.Mardi Gras wouldn't be Mardi Gras without the Black Masking Indians, African American community members who dress in elaborately adorned feather and beaded suits that honor Native American cultural traditions. Four years ago, two Black Masking Indians launched a podcast of their own to share more about the history of this tradition. We're joined by the hosts Spyboy Horace Anderson of the Creole Wild West Black Masking Indians and Big Chief Dewey Robair of the 9th Ward Black Hatchet for more.___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Alana Schreiber. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. Matt Bloom and Aubry Procell are assistant producers. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

This week, I'm joined by the amazing Faye Ceyhan- founder of the Lost Bitches Club.Faye opens up about the messy, exhausting reality of trying to “do business the neurotypical way” as an ADHD woman. She shares how years of masking, overworking, and forcing herself into systems that weren't built for her ultimately led to burnout — even while she looked successful on the outside.This episode pulls back the curtain on why burnout isn't a personal failure, but a predictable result of trying to function in a world that wasn't designed for your brain. Faye's journey is a powerful reminder that thriving in business doesn't come from working harder, fitting in, or masking better — it comes from doing things your way and learning to unmask.If you're an ADHD or neurodivergent woman in business, feeling exhausted by keeping up appearances, or wondering how to build success without burning yourself out, this episode is for you.Where to find Faye: https://www.instagram.com/lostbitchesclub/

In this episode of the Foster Friendly Podcast, Tyler Hunter shares his profound journey through foster care and adoption. He reflects on the challenges he faced, the coping mechanisms he developed, and the importance of community and support in his life. Tyler emphasizes the transformative power of foster care, the significance of forgiveness, and the need for advocacy in the child welfare system. His story is a testament to resilience, personal growth, and the impact of unconditional love and support.TakeawaysFoster care can be a life-saving experience.Masking feelings is a common coping mechanism for children in care.School can provide a safe haven for foster children.Finding a sense of normalcy is crucial for foster youth.Forgiveness is essential for personal healing.Community support is vital for children in foster care.Foster parents play a critical role in a child's life.Vulnerability is a challenge for many who have experienced trauma.Positive affirmations can significantly impact a child's self-worth.Advocacy is necessary to improve the foster care system.

Comedian, presenter and creator Holly Morris joins Ben for a candid conversation about living with AuDHD, the hidden cost of masking, and why being “funny” is often a survival strategy rather than a personality trait.Holly shares how her comedy career grew out of lifelong hyper-vigilance - constantly scanning rooms, people and conversations and how that same awareness fuels both her humour and her exhaustion. She opens up about navigating networking, friendships and online spaces as a neurodivergent adult, and why masking can feel automatic, ingrained, and hard to switch off.They explore Holly's later diagnoses of ADHD and autism, imposter syndrome, her experience of Emetophobia, and how her Autism and ADHD overlap and show up in daily life. If you've ever felt socially switched on but internally depleted, this episode will feel quietly familiar.AD Head to https://bit.ly/hidden20_getdopa and use code Hidden20 for 10% off.Join us at hidden20.org/donate.________Host: Ben BransonProduction Manager: Phoebe De LeiburnéVideo Editor: James ScrivenSocial Media Manager: Charlie YoungMusic: Jackson GreenbergHead of Marketing: Kristen Fuller00:00 Introduction & AD1:48 Holly Morris' AuDHD Comedy Journey5:04 Masking as an AuDHD Comedian & Networking Pressure8:36 How Masking Shapes Holly's Online Content13:14 Discovering AuDHD & Living With Emetophobia17:25 Hypervigilance, Anxiety & the AuDHD Nervous System21:50 ADHD vs Autism: How AuDHD Shows Up Day to Day27:30 Being Open About Neurodivergence: Online vs In-Person30:39 Adult Friendships, Social Energy & Neurodivergence44:40 Masking vs Unmasking: What Actually Helps46:48 The Hidden Cost of Being a Neurodivergent Creator50:09 AuDHD, Imposter Syndrome & Self-Doubt51:30 Thinking Differently: Strengths, Creativity & Hope1:02:00 What's Next for Holly Morris1:10:30 Holly's Green Dot BadgeThe Hidden 20% is a charity founded by AuDHD entrepreneur, Ben Branson.Our mission is simple: To change how the world sees neurodivergence.No more stigma. No more shame. No more silence.1 in 5 people are neurodivergent. That's 1.6 billion of us - yet too many are still excluded, misunderstood, or left without support.To break the cycle, we amplify voices, challenge myths, and keep showing up. Spotlighting stories, stats and hard truths. Smashing stereotypes through honest voices, creative campaigns and research that can't be ignored.Every month, over 50,000 people turn to The Hidden 20% to feel safe, seen and to learn about brilliant brains.With your support, we can reach further, grow louder, and keep fighting for the 1 in 5 who deserve more.Join us at hidden20.org/donate.Become a monthly donor.Be part of our community where great minds think differently.Brought to you by charity The Hidden 20% #1203348______________Follow & subscribe…Website: www.hidden20.orgInstagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20charityBen Branson @seedlip_benHolly Morris @hollymorrisssIf you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a "green dot" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Alex George is an ADHD and autism specialised doctor and one of the most renowned voices in the ADHD space. With personal experience involving ADHD & mental wellbeing, this is a conversation you can't miss if you want to understand your ADHD on a deeper level. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 02:47 How to manage ADHD overstimulation 07:03 Dr Alex's ADHD mission 10:34 The emotional consequence of masking 13:24 The connection between masking and loneliness 15:11 Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria 27:39 Signs of AuDHD 32:43 Masking 35:14 Tiimo advert 53:09 Dr Alex's ADHD item 58:09 Washing machine of woes 01:02:31 A letter to my younger self Buy Dr Alex's book

In this episode, I'm joined by author and neuro-affirming life coach Sol Smith for a thoughtful and deeply personal conversation about autism (with a focus on high functioning adults), identity, and self-discovery. Sol shares his journey of being diagnosed with autism in adulthood and what inspired him to write The Autistic's Guide to Self-Discovery: Flourishing as a Neurodivergent Adult.In this conversation we explore the often-overlooked nuances of autistic experience — including high masking, social challenges, intense versus narrow interests, and the impact of societal stigma. Sol also speaks to the barriers many autistic adults face in accessing professional diagnoses, the importance of self-diagnosis, and the vital role community support groups play in fostering belonging and understanding.Woven throughout the conversation is a broader reflection on consciousness and the unique ways autistic individuals may perceive and engage with the world. This episode offers insight, validation, and encouragement for autistic listeners, as well as greater understanding for allies seeking to learn.In this episode, Sol discusses:His Journey to Writing the The Autistic's Guide to Self-DiscoveryUnderstanding Autism and Narrow InterestsSocial Challenges and Hierarchies Building Friendships as an Autistic PersonMasking and People PleasingGender Differences in AutismRejection SensitivityCultural Changes and AcceptanceThinking Styles: Bottom-Up vs. Top-DownUnderstanding Neurotypical vs. Autistic PerceptionMedia Literacy and Cognitive ShortcutsCommunication Challenges in RelationshipsEncouraging Self-Diagnosis and Access IssuesAutistic Traits and Social PerceptionThe Cognitive Burden of AutismCoaching and Community Support for AutisticsExploring Consciousness and PerceptionVisit Sol's website________BECOME YOUR OWN SHAMAN Introductory Online Course For more information about Wendy's new visionary fiction book, Raven's Daughter, or to purchase a copy, visit Three Worlds PressVisit Wendy's website to learn more about the the Harmonic Egg®  Lucid Cafe episodes by topic  Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube  ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of Overcoming Distractions, Dave welcomes mindset coach and former therapist Cindi Frechette to discuss a non-traditional approach to thriving with ADHD. Moving beyond surface-level productivity hacks like to-do lists and timers…, Cindi introduces the Unknow Method, a framework designed for high achievers to manage mental chaos and mitigate burnout. Cindi shares her "lived experience" with ADHD, offering a unique perspective on how internal narratives drive behavior. Together, they explore how busy professionals can stop "performing" and start living authentically by aligning their daily actions with their deepest values. Key Discussion Topics: The Unknow Method: A three-step framework consisting of Unravel (identifying automated thoughts), Rebuild (strengthening self-identity), and Reclaim (mastering time and energy). The "Thought Dump" Exercise: A practical tool to separate objective facts from ruminating opinions. The Neuroscience of Overthinking: Understanding how the ADHD brain interprets survival signals and conserves energy. Value-Based Decision Making: Why re-evaluating your personal values every 3–6 months is essential for long-term alignment. Masking and Burnout: How "performing success" leads to internal exhaustion and how to reverse-engineer your feelings to change your actions. Freebie to offer: "You can grab Cindi's free Thought Reset Tool at https://stan.store/Unknowwithcindi . It's designed to help you pause the chaos and rebuild clarity ADHD brain approved." **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave's calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min  

High-achievers often use alcohol to mask deep-seated grief and life transitions. Chelsea shares her powerful journey of moving from a "dark spot" of hiding and isolation to celebrating 100 days alcohol-free . Discover how she rejected traditional rehab for a community-based approach, resulting in 30 pounds lost, a booming business, and restored relationships with her husband and children .  Learn why Chelsea believes the "Daily 20" gratitude practice and the science of dopamine were the keys to her evolution from shame to boundless joy .   Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule ★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear

On the Wednesday January 14th edition of Georgia Today: The Georgia Department Of Corrections investigates the recent violence at Georgia's Washington State Prison which left three people dead; A new case of bird flu has been confirmed in Walker County; and Some Georgia lawmakers call for federal immigration agents to identify themselves when making arrests.

Season 4 Episode 76 PART ONETonya hid her abortion secrets for decades. When God called her to attend counseling, she had to overcome years of pain to get to the root of her suffering. Join Kim and Tonya as they talk about how her 20 years in the military, her beautiful family, and how her current success could not hide the pain that was trying to come up for air. Her redemptive story will leave you shocked at the wonder of how God works and how much he loves us. *We honor the memory of Isabella, Lael and Samuel*Tonya's Website: https://www.tonyabjones.com/aboutRachel's Vineyard (Post-abortive healing retreats) https://www.rachelsvineyard.org/We discuss: 1. The abortion wound2. Masking and Unmasking Join us next episode for Part Two of the interview with Tonya. ~If you enjoy this podcast, leave an honest review on Spotify or Apple. We value your feedback!Text this episode to a foster or adoptive family to encourage them as they care for vulnerable youth.Foster Mama Journal is here! More details on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠@Fostermamafriend⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the website: www.kimpatton.com~Get to know the host:Kim Patton's book- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is for those struggling through hard times. View the book in paperback, ebook, and audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Books | Mysite (kimpatton.com)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dear Foster Mama letter on Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enter email address on Substack for free sample chapters and downloadable PDF Mama Check-In:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Author Kim Patton | Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kimpatton.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Author Kim Patton | Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Latest Stories on Her View from Home⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- listen to Book Therapy episodes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stay in Touch with Author Kim Patton⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your first freebie!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Goodreads ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book reviews galore

In today's episode, I'm joined by my friend and colleague Dr. Sam Shay—also known as The Neurodiverse Doc. Sam is autistic, ADHD, and deeply committed to helping neurodiverse adults understand how their brains actually work in a world that wasn't designed for them.We dive into a powerful (and sometimes triggering) conversation around autism, ADHD, bullying, and the often-confused overlap between autism and narcissism. We talk about intention versus impact, pattern recognition, coercion, control, masking, and what happens when you finally reframe your entire life through the lens of neurodiversity. If you've ever wondered, “Is this narcissism… or is this autism?”—this episode will give you language, clarity, and validation. Dr. Sam Shay, DC, IFMCP, is a functional medicine expert, keynote speaker, and self-described NeuroSpicy comic who helps neurodiverse adults navigate life in a neurotypical world. Diagnosed AuDHD himself, Dr. Sam has dedicated his career to advocacy, education, and support for individuals on the autism and ADHD spectrum.With over 25 years of experience in nutrition, genetics, and functional lab testing, he created the Neuro-Harmony Model and DNA-Decoded programs—data-driven approaches designed to boost energy, improve mental clarity, and help families create environments where neurodiverse individuals can thrive. Alongside his clinical work, Dr. Sam uses clean, witty, story-driven comedy to bring awareness to neurodiversity. His one-hour special, NeuroSpicy: Love, Life, & Comedy on the Spectrum, blends humor with powerful insight and is a must-watch for anyone seeking understanding through laughter. Episode Highlights:[0:00] – Understanding the difference between narcissists, sociopaths, and psychopaths through their core drives [1:03] – Welcoming Dr. Sam Shay and why this conversation matters for neurodiverse adults [3:52] – Sensory overstimulation, bonding over shared neurodiverse experiences, and Vegas misconceptions [6:24] – Autism vs. narcissism: similar behaviors, radically different intentions [8:27] – Discovering autism later in life and “backfilling” 38 years of memories [14:57] – Grief, identity shifts, and recalibrating your nervous system after diagnosis [18:23] – Bullying, coercion, and why neurodiverse kids are often targeted [21:09] – Masking vs. adapting: where survival ends and authenticity begins [26:27] – Pattern recognition as protection and reclaiming personal agency [35:41] – Finding your tribe and why one safe person can change everything [37:29] – Sam's closing wisdom on truth-seeking without losing human connectionLinks & Resources·         Website: www.DrSamShay.com·         DNA-Decoded program: www.DrSamShay.com/DNA-Decoded·         Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsamshay ·         Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sam.shay.792 ·         Youtube: www.Youtube.com/tenpointwellness ·         Article on Narci

The Holidays: A Group Project My Nervous System Didn't Agree To In this New Year's episode, Patricia Young (she/her) explores why the holiday season can be especially challenging for autistic, ADHD, and AuDHD nervous systems. Through personal stories about gift giving, overstimulation, masking, PDA, rejection sensitivity, and the need for sameness and predictability, she unpacks how small changes and social expectations can quietly dysregulate neurodivergent people. The episode also includes updates on her purple hair and tattoo, reflections on attunement and fairness, and a gentle alternative to New Year's resolutions—offering practical categories for reflection that center self-compassion, regulation, and realistic support. WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE · Why holidays are uniquely overstimulating for neurodivergent nervous systems · How transitions, visitors, and disrupted routines impact regulation · The role of predictability, sameness, and visual memory in autistic well-being · Why gift giving can activate PDA, executive dysfunction, and shame · How attunement in gift giving can feel deeply regulating—and deeply stressful · The pressure to perform gratitude and enthusiasm while masking discomfort · Why opening gifts in front of others can be overwhelming for autistic adults · How fairness, justice sensitivity, and reciprocity complicate holiday dynamics · The emotional labor involved in "doing it right" socially · How body doubling supports assertiveness and nervous system regulation · Why small environmental changes can create disproportionate stress · The difference between order as regulation versus control · How animals, sensory joy, and flexibility can increase tolerance for chaos · Reflections on regret, learning, and doing things differently over time · Why curiosity and problem-solving are often misunderstood in autistic communication · How rejection sensitivity and object permanence affect relationships · A compassionate alternative to New Year's resolutions · Reflective life categories including health, finances, relationships, self-care, creativity, home, and novelty · Why survival mode is sometimes the only valid goal · A reminder that sensitivity is wiring—not a flaw   SOUND BITES ·       "Our nervous systems really do best with sameness, repetition, and predictability." ·       "Masking is all about making other people feel comfortable—and that's a lot of work." ·       "Regret doesn't mean you did something wrong. It means you're learning." ·       "You have a right to be regulated, dysregulated, organized, disorganized, content, or discontent." SENSITIVITY IS NOTHING TO APOLOGIZE FOR; IT'S HOW YOUR BRAIN IS WIRED You are not broken. You were shaped by systems that weren't built for you. You deserve rest, joy, and support exactly as you are. CHAPTERS (PLEASE ALLOW FOR ADDITION OF INTRO) 00:00 Navigating Holiday Challenges 10:06 The Complexity of Gift Giving 20:39 Reflections on Relationships and Expectations 29:26 Looking Ahead: New Year Reflections PODCAST HOST Patricia Young (she/her) was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 17 years, but she is now exclusively providing coaching. She knows what it's like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), then learning she is AuDHD with a PDA profile, OCD and RSD, helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcasts Unapologetically Sensitive and Unapologetically AuDHD to help other neurodivergent folks know that they aren't alone, and that having a brain that is wired differently comes with amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for neurodivergent folks that focus on understanding what it means to be a sensitive neurodivergent. Topics covered include: self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors you Patricia's website, podcast episodes and more: www.unapologeticallysensitive.com  LINKS  To write a review in itunes: click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2 select "listen on Apple Podcasts" chose "open in itunes" choose "ratings and reviews" click to rate the number of starts click "write a review" Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber Tik Tok--https://www.tiktok.com/@unapologeticallysensitiv Unapologetically AuDHD Podcast-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/unapologeticallyaudhd/ e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com  

Time to give the voice a rest, using the convenient excuse of the holiday! That's right! It's Arbitrary Metric Day, the annual festival celebrated by making dad jokes about writing the wrong dates on things called "checks," whatever they might be. To mark the occasion and keep some number of you company today, we continue on our Christmas re-run timeline, presenting our January 1, 2021 episode. Back then, it was a brand-new, pre-recorded show, for a brand new year! Scott Anderson had the day off, so it fell to me to summarize the day's show. And boy, did I ever not want to do that! The only logical thing to do was to half-ass it, and I am nothing if not logical. The Senate advanced their work in overriding the NDAA veto yesterday, and everyone's a little bit puzzled as to how it's going down, and what it means for the prospect (if there ever was any) for $2,000 relief checks before this Congress dissolves. In the meantime, maybe just ask Moscow Mitch directly. In coronavirus news, a nurse who got his first dose of vaccine has caught the 'rona in-between jabs. But don't worry! That actually doesn't mean much. Masking appears to have helped India tamp down on the virus' spread, though there's some debate over how widespread the practice really is. Meanwhile, Russia appears to be 'fessing-up to its real losses. Here in the US, we may not be systematically underreporting losses, but we're not covering them as aggressively as we could be. More dopey Republicans have walked straight into the COVID buzzsaw. Good news! Trump is finally taking "action" about those bounties on our troops! The bad news is, he's only targeting China for it. Republican nutcases are still plotting to put on a futile display of upending our democracy. But some of the key Republican players on Jan. 6 probably aren't on board. Arizona's own Republican nutcases might have really stepped in it. As a parting New Year's present, here's a plausible theory for invalidating some of Trump's impeachment-connected pardons.

In this meeting of The Late Diagnosis Club, Dr Angela Kingdon welcomes Monique Lindner — a late-identified Autistic woman whose life once revolved around relentless achievement, overwork, and endurance.Monique was a high-performing systems thinker, corporate leader, and entrepreneur who learned early how to push through trauma, chronic pain, sleep deprivation, and sensory overload. What finally cracked the façade wasn't a dramatic breakdown — it was a slow unravelling, followed by a single, unexpected question from her book editor that sent her down a ten-month path toward understanding her neurodivergence.Together, Angela and Monique explore late identification, masking, Autistic burnout, trauma, friendship loss, unmasking, psychic pattern-matching, and what happens when you stop explaining yourself and start protecting your nervous system.

Does it feel like the holidays have been quietly canceled this year? Are you feeling exhausted, emotional, or just plain "off" while everyone else seems festive? Is there a tug-of-war happening inside you between staying safe and breaking free? Michael dives deep into the strange energies of this holiday season to reveal why you aren't crazy, broken, or alone; you are being recalibrated. Michael explains why this isn't just "holiday blues," but a symptom of the Great Accelerator shifting humanity. Discover why your sensitivity is the exact medicine the world needs right now, and learn the specific energetic attunement to anchor yourself in safety and love when the world feels like it's spinning too fast. Key Topics: Why 2025 feels like a blur, why time is speeding up, and why it feels like we are living déjà vu. Masking our exhaustion and the internal conflict between the pressure to celebrate and the biological need to hibernate. The 3 Types of Grief: Acknowledging the individual loss of loved ones, the collapse of old life structures, and the collective grief of global instability. Your physical symptoms, confusion, and "shakes and quakes" are actually signs of a higher alignment taking place. Understanding the exhausting internal tug-of-war between the ego wanting safety and the Higher Self pulling you toward the unknown. This is a warm hug for your soul. If you have been feeling the weight of the world, this episode will remind you that you are perfect, you are whole, and you are exactly where you need to be. Join the Inspire Nation Soul Family!

Bold Moves: Purple Hair, a Tattoo, and No Take-Backs Patricia (she/her) reflects on what it really means to make bold moves—and how we talk to ourselves when those decisions don't land the way we hoped. Through the very real experiences of dyeing her hair purple for the first time and getting a tattoo she isn't sure she likes, she explores autistic decision-making, sensory overwhelm, masking, regret, and self-compassion. This episode is about reframing regret as information, honoring neurodivergent needs in the moment, and learning how to be kinder to ourselves when we take risks and feel unsure afterward. WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE ·  End-of-year reflection: How has this year been, and what are we carrying into the next one? · The desire to make bold moves—and the fear that often comes with them · Deciding to dye hair purple for the first time · Letting excitement, doubt, and second-guessing coexist · Experiencing a deeply neurodivergent-affirming salon appointment · The importance of predictability, process explanations, and bodily autonomy · Getting over-hungry, tech issues, and how small barriers can cascade into overwhelm · Allowing a meltdown in a safe space instead of masking through it · Not knowing immediately whether you like something—and the pressure to perform enthusiasm · Scheduling a tattoo the very next day as another bold move · Sensory overload, unexpected pain, and difficulty advocating in the moment · Masking through physical pain and being praised for "doing great" · Immediate tattoo regret and the awareness of permanence · Naming regret without spiraling into shame or self-blame · Reframing regret as data, not a moral failure · Disconnecting from the body temporarily as a coping strategy · How rigid rules around food, ownership, and permission show up in autistic lives · The power of communicating needs instead of carrying silent embarrassment · Challenging the belief that we must always make the "right" decision · Ending with reminders about gentleness, lowered expectations, and honoring sensitivity SOUND BITES · "The goal was to make bold moves—and I did." · "It's okay to have regrets. That doesn't mean I did something wrong." · "I allowed myself to feel what I was feeling instead of masking and falling apart later." · "What we tell ourselves about our experiences matters more than the experience itself." · "Sensitivity is nothing to apologize for. It's how your brain is wired." SENSITIVITY IS NOTHING TO APOLOGIZE FOR; IT'S HOW YOUR BRAIN IS WIRED You are not broken. You were shaped by systems that weren't built for you. You deserve rest, joy, and support exactly as you are. PODCAST HOST Patricia Young (she/her) was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 17 years, but she is now exclusively providing coaching. She knows what it's like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), then learning she is AuDHD with a PDA profile, OCD and RSD, helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcasts Unapologetically Sensitive and Unapologetically AuDHD to help other neurodivergent folks know that they aren't alone, and that having a brain that is wired differently comes with amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for neurodivergent folks that focus on understanding what it means to be a sensitive neurodivergent. Topics covered include: self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors you Patricia's website, podcast episodes and more: www.unapologeticallysensitive.com  LINKS  To write a review in itunes: click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2 select "listen on Apple Podcasts" chose "open in itunes" choose "ratings and reviews" click to rate the number of starts click "write a review" Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber Tik Tok--https://www.tiktok.com/@unapologeticallysensitiv Unapologetically AuDHD Podcast-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/unapologeticallyaudhd/ e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com