In Devon Price's fantastic book, "Unmasking Autism," they talk about how some Autistic individuals (the maskers) are like expert people-pleasers. It's like they're acrobats trying to make life super easy for everyone, especially the non-Autistic crowd. But guess what? This intense focus on pleasing others leaves these maskers with no brain space left for their own thoughts or feelings.
Picture this: a world where being a bit unusual or inconvenient means you've got to hide parts of yourself. It's like Autistic individuals are masters at this undercover mission, always watching out for disapproving vibes.
Unmasking in public? Almost feels like a magic trick, where your thoughts and feelings disappear when others are around. Ever been so inhibited that you didn't know your own preferences? Price gets it and shares the struggle of only realising your boundaries were crossed hours later, in the comfort of solitude.
"Unmasking Autism" is like a guide to this wild ride of being real. It's all about finding that sweet spot between challenges and wins. Definitely a recommended read 🌈Â
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