ADHD Masking in Women: Why It Breaks You & 6 Ways to Embrace Your Authentic Self

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Ever feel like you’re faking it just to survive motherhood/adulthood? Spoiler: It’s not impostor syndrome—it’s ADHD masking. Learn how to ditch the exhausting act without setting your life on fire.

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Who Should Listen

• Moms who feel like they’re pretending to function while drowning in chaos.
• Women who downplay their struggles because “we’re all tired.”
• Anyone who’s been called “too much” or “scatterbrained” but knows there’s more to the story.

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What You Get In This Episode

1. The truth about masking: Why ADHDers (especially moms) become masters of disguise—and how it backfires.
2. Burnout red flags: How to tell if you’re actually burned out (and not just really tired).
3. Unmasking strategies: Practical ways to honor your brain without abandoning responsibilities.
4. The “should” trap: Why societal expectations set moms up to fail—and how to rewrite the script.
5. Rest as rebellion: Why sleep isn’t selfish (and how to fight guilt-free for it).

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Bios

Caitlin Kindred: ADHD mom, former teacher, and perpetual chaos wrangler who’s survived burnout (twice). Specializes in laughing so she doesn’t cry.

Ariella Monti: Author, ADHD creative, and yoga teacher who actually understands neurodivergent brains (no essential oil pseudoscience here).

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Sources & Mentions 

• Why ADHD Masking Is a Form of Self-Sabotage | by Sharon Saline, Psy.D., Nathaly Pesantez for ADDitude Magazine 
• Rising from ADHD Burnout: A Recovery Kit for Women | by Kate Moryoussef for ADDitude Magazine
• 🎮 Squirrel Bingo: The anti-shame game for ADHDers (linked in blog!)
• 📱 Bird Feeder Cam: Caitlin’s hyperfixation (because squirrels are menaces)
• 📚 Roots in Ink: Ariella’s spicy novel (Use code CKANDGK for 20% off!)

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