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Unmasking Autism: A Guide For Autistic People and Allies with Dr Felicity Sedgewick


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Are you tired of constantly editing yourself, hiding your stimming and forcing eye contact just to be accepted? But when you’re in your safe space, you let yourself dream of a different life, one in which you feel confident and free to show up as your authentic self.
Or perhaps you have a friend, family member or colleague with autism and want to be a better ally and support for them?
If any of this resonates, then this conversation with Dr. Felicity Sedgewick is perfect for you. it’s going to leave you feeling seen, empowered and equipped with tools to navigate this journey.
So get ready to learn:
1. What masking really is, why it happens, and how it affects mental health
2. 3 powerful strategies that will help you to let go of masking and embrace your true self
3. 2 non-negotiable steps allies can take to help autistic individual thrive in their authenticity.
It’s time to reclaim your life.
Felicity Sedgewick Links:
Book: https://uk.jkp.com/products/autism-and-masking
University of Bristol Profile: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/people/person/Felicity-Sedgewick-f2f5c956-80b7-474a-b70e-a1b8f5c31c85/
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