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Unmasking Your Authenticity: Navigating Late Diagnosis, Embracing Your Autistic Self, and Nurturing Your Inner Child
Unmasking Your Navigating Late Diagnosis, Embracing Your Autistic Self, and Nurturing Your Inner Child
By Hillary Sartor
Unmasking Your Authenticity is an empowering guide for late-diagnosed autistic adults and individuals with ADHD, written by Hillary Sartor. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of masking—concealing one's true self to fit societal norms—and provides practical steps to help readers embrace their authentic selves.
In a world that often misunderstands or overlooks neurodiversity, many individuals resort to masking, which can lead to emotional exhaustion, anxiety, and a sense of disconnect from one's true identity. Sartor delves into the psychological implications of masking, highlighting its impact on mental health and overall well-being. She weaves a rich narrative that celebrates diverse voices and experiences, creating an inclusive and relatable guide for readers.
The book is structured to provide both theoretical insights and actionable steps. Readers will find practical advice on nurturing their inner child, navigating professional environments, and building supportive relationships. Through guided exercises and reflective practices, Sartor encourages readers to rediscover their playfulness and creativity, fostering a sense of self-acceptance and authenticity.
Key topics covered in the book
Understanding the concept of masking and its psychological effects.Embracing one's authentic self post-diagnosis.Coping with challenges and fostering personal growth.Practicing self-compassion and kindness throughout the unmasking process.Strategies for navigating professional settings with authenticity.Building supportive networks and communicating needs to loved ones.Reconnecting with the inner child to achieve holistic self-acceptance.Celebrating neurodiversity and advocating for inclusive environments.Unmasking Your Authenticity also emphasizes the importance of self-care and mental health. Sartor discusses techniques for managing stress, recognizing burnout, and cultivating a healthy lifestyle. The book encourages readers to view unmasking as an ongoing journey of self-discovery, resilience, and continuous growth.
By the end of the book, readers will feel equipped and inspired to embrace their true selves. Unmasking Your Authenticity serves as both a guide and a companion, offering support and encouragement for anyone on the path to self-acceptance and authenticity.
By Hillary Sartor
Unmasking Your Authenticity is an empowering guide for late-diagnosed autistic adults and individuals with ADHD, written by Hillary Sartor. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of masking—concealing one's true self to fit societal norms—and provides practical steps to help readers embrace their authentic selves.
In a world that often misunderstands or overlooks neurodiversity, many individuals resort to masking, which can lead to emotional exhaustion, anxiety, and a sense of disconnect from one's true identity. Sartor delves into the psychological implications of masking, highlighting its impact on mental health and overall well-being. She weaves a rich narrative that celebrates diverse voices and experiences, creating an inclusive and relatable guide for readers.
The book is structured to provide both theoretical insights and actionable steps. Readers will find practical advice on nurturing their inner child, navigating professional environments, and building supportive relationships. Through guided exercises and reflective practices, Sartor encourages readers to rediscover their playfulness and creativity, fostering a sense of self-acceptance and authenticity.
Key topics covered in the book
Understanding the concept of masking and its psychological effects.Embracing one's authentic self post-diagnosis.Coping with challenges and fostering personal growth.Practicing self-compassion and kindness throughout the unmasking process.Strategies for navigating professional settings with authenticity.Building supportive networks and communicating needs to loved ones.Reconnecting with the inner child to achieve holistic self-acceptance.Celebrating neurodiversity and advocating for inclusive environments.Unmasking Your Authenticity also emphasizes the importance of self-care and mental health. Sartor discusses techniques for managing stress, recognizing burnout, and cultivating a healthy lifestyle. The book encourages readers to view unmasking as an ongoing journey of self-discovery, resilience, and continuous growth.
By the end of the book, readers will feel equipped and inspired to embrace their true selves. Unmasking Your Authenticity serves as both a guide and a companion, offering support and encouragement for anyone on the path to self-acceptance and authenticity.
203 pages, Paperback
Published June 27, 2024
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March 3, 2025
I really wanted to like this book. I needed this book.
It was a lot of words (so many words) to say: get therapy, find a support system, heal your inner child, and hope that society does a better job of being inclusive.
What I wanted was bullet points for unmasking. What I got was an essay on the theory of unmasking and the numerous things that have to align in order to make unmasking possible.
It was a lot of words (so many words) to say: get therapy, find a support system, heal your inner child, and hope that society does a better job of being inclusive.
What I wanted was bullet points for unmasking. What I got was an essay on the theory of unmasking and the numerous things that have to align in order to make unmasking possible.
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