Autistic Leadership: Avoidance Through Masking
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Today’s Autistic Moment: A Podcast for Autistic Adults by An Autistic Adult
1h 2m
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8 chapters
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Why are many autistic adults feeling unsafe and turning to masking right now?
A lot of autistics are trying to be safe in a time when we are being disenfranchised by our government. Autistics are in places where they are hearing conversations about what is causing the quote autism epidemic, end of quote. Maybe autistics work for a company where their manager is celebrating the dismantling of DEI policies. Many autistics are masking more than ever because they don't feel safe. Matthew, the hashtag actuallyAutistic coach, joins me for a remarkable conversation about autistic leadership, avoidance through masking on this episode of today's autistic moment.
Take a breath, take a breath. Open up your eyes. It's a brand new day, brand new day. Watch sun wrap Every time you feel you doubt in yourself. Look inside, you'll find you got what it takes, yeah I can tell. You can make it, you can eat a tie. Here's your chance to take it. No once and that star You got what it takes, yeah, you'll find a way. There's nothing left in there. Today is your day. Hold my hand, hold my hand. You know that you're mine. In this together, just as forever. So let yourself shine. Every time you feel you're down on yourself. Look inside you find your guy what it takes, yeah I can tell You can make it time. Here's your chances take it. No once is that start. You come what it takes. Yeah, you'll find a way.
There's nothing left to say. Today is your day.
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How does Matthew Lawrence define “autistic leadership” through masking?
I will keep you update about the special edition episode. Thank you for your patience. After this first commercial break, Matthew Lawrence will join me to talk about autistic leadership, avoidance through masking.
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Today's episode is brought to you by Matthew, the hashtag ActuallyAutistic Coach. If you're an autistic adult seeking support, or a friend-family member looking to better understand and assist Autistic Adults, Matthew is your go-to resource.
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Chapters
8 chapters
1
Why are many autistic adults feeling unsafe and turning to masking right now?
0:00–5:49
2
How does Matthew Lawrence define “autistic leadership” through masking?
5:49–13:17
3
What are the short‑term benefits and long‑term costs of masking for autistic people?
13:17–18:22
4
How can autistic leaders model safe avoidance without sacrificing authenticity?
18:22–25:03
5
What small, everyday changes can reduce sensory triggers and improve safety?
25:03–36:01
6
How can autistic adults build supportive communities and peer‑support groups?
36:01–50:29
7
What resources and tools (apps, workshops, coaching) help manage masking and decision‑making?
50:29–59:08
8
How can listeners get involved in advocacy, activism, and self‑care during this critical time?
59:08–1:02:21