Why I Rehearse Conversations (ADHD, Autism & AuDHD Overthinking)

Do you rehearse conversations in your head before they happen… or replay them over and over afterwards?If you’re an AuDHD or ADHD adult, this is more common than you think.In this episode, I talk about why so many neurodivergent people mentally script conversations — from anxiety and masking, to rejection sensitivity (RSD) and the need to “get it right.”We explore:– why your brain prepares for conversations in advance– why you replay interactions afterwards– the link between masking, overthinking, and self-doubt– how this connects to ADHD, autism, and AuDHD– ways to gently reduce the mental loopThis isn’t about “fixing” yourself — it’s about understanding your brain and finding a bit more self-compassion in the process.If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation and thought“why did I say that?” or “I should’ve said something else…”you’re not alone.