In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Simon Scott is joined by Ashley Dupuy to explore the emotional reality of unmasking as a neurodivergent adult — especially after late diagnosis.
With Jordan still in New Zealand, Simon and Ashley dive into identity shifts, grief, anger, boundaries, and the destabilising question so many people face:
Who am I without the mask?
They discuss how masking begins as a survival strategy rooted in nervous system safety, but can eventually leave you disconnected from your authentic self. From overcorrecting into bluntness to navigating workplaces and losing friendships built on compliance, they unpack what really happens when you stop performing.
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A thoughtful, validating conversation about learning to be yourself — slowly, imperfectly, and without burning your life down in the process.
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