16. Autism - Removing the Mask

Many autistic people have spent their lives masking, but it’s an exhausting and inauthentic way to live. Now, as understanding around neurodivergence grows, many autistics are choosing to ‘unmask’ and embrace their differences. Autistic comedian Abby Howells has found success as her authentic, ‘unmasked’ self on stage. The things she used to hate about herself are now working for her.  And she wants to encourage other autistic people to lean into who they truly are. Guests:  Abby Howells InstagramDr Sarah Watson Totally Psyched Instagram - No Such Thing as Normal PodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.