Hey guys hey! If you've ever felt like youāre ātoo much,ā ānot enough,ā or constantly code-switching just to surviveāthis oneās for you.
In this energizing and empowering episode of Adulting with Autism, Iām joined by psychologist, author, and nationally recognized speaker Dr. Matt Zakreski, aka Dr. Matt. Together, we pull back the curtain on what it means to thrive as a neurodivergent adult in a world built for neurotypicals.
š§ In this episode, we explore:
š„ The hidden cost of masking and burnout for autistic and ADHD adults
š§© Why gap years, trade schools, and flexible timelines are essentialānot failures
š ļø Practical life skills and how to actually teach them
š How educators and parents can support real successāwithout pushing perfection
š” The power of letting go of āthe right wayā and embracing your way
Whether you're autistic, ADHD, an overwhelmed parent, or an ally looking to support with intentionāthis episode is packed with clarity, science, and real talk.
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š Website: https://www.drmattzakreski.com
š² Instagram: @drmattzakreski
š§ Listen to Dr. Mattās podcast: Nerding Out on Neurodiversity (available everywhere)
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