EPISODE 34: “MASKING PART 1”

In this episode: Jen talks about the exhausting art of masking with ADHD and/or AuDHD. She explores why so many of us feel the need to mask (both consciously and unconsciously), what the very real consequences of masking are and when it benefits those of us with ADHD. SHOW NOTES: For bonus episodes, transcripts, captioned videos, live online events with Jen, a private chat community and more - go GET A LOT in the “You Are a LOT” podcast Patreon community. Start with a 7-day-free-trial at any level, and when you join take 15% off if you subscribe annually. CLAIM YOUR FREE 7 DAY TRIAL Visit the “You Are A Lot” (an ADHD/AuDHD Podcast) webpage Subscribe to the “This Is A Lot” Newsletter Buy a “You Are A Lot” Podcast Mug Buy a “You Are A Lot” Podcast Sticker Buy an “I Am A Lot” Tote Bag Shop Jen’s Amazon Storefront for ADHD supplies! Shop Jen’s Digital Download Guides For ADHD Send an email to the podcast at alotadhdpod at gmail dot com   SOURCES USED FOR THIS EPISODE: What ADHD Masking Looks Like ADHD Masking: Does Hiding Your Symptoms Help Or Harm? Masking Is Life 7 Masks We Use To Hide Our Faults Why ADHD Masking Is A Form of Self-Sabotage Why Un-Masking In ADHD Can Help Us Unmasking As A Black Neurodivergent Employee

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This is the “You Are A Lot” (an ADHD/AuDHD podcast) and I’m your host, Jen Kirkman. Has anyone ever said to you, "Um, you're kind of a lot?" If they have this podcast is your new favorite show. Welcome to You Are a Lot in ADHD, AuDHD podcast. I'm your host Jen Kirkman. On this show, I talk about my personal experience of my later in-life diagnosis as an AuDHD human. That is ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I discuss the latest research and I aim to create an affirming lesson from neurodivergent people, helping us all to feel less confused, more connected, and as a result, fully validated.