Between Us - Neurodivergent Conversations

You used to work, socialise and push through. Now ordinary demands can feel beyond your capacity. What happens when autistic burnout leaves you asking, “Why can't I do what I used to do?” In Episode 18 of Between Us | Neurodivergent Conversations, Christine and Mareike share their different experiences of autistic burnout and the uncertainty of living with changed capacity. We explore the hidden c...

Another planner. Another routine. And dinner is still unexpectedly difficult. How do you turn what you know about your ADHD, autism or AuDHD into practical support for the life you're actually living? In Episode 17 of Between Us | Neurodivergent Conversations, Christine and Mareike explore the gap between understanding your brain and organising everyday life around it. We talk about visible remind...

You know headphones, a quieter table or a written message would make something easier. So why do you keep telling yourself not to make a fuss? Everyday accommodations for ADHD, autism and AuDHD can begin with noticing what keeps costing you too much. In Episode 16 of Between Us | Neurodivergent Conversations, Christine and Mareike explore how to work out what support you need after years of adapti...

You understand your ADHD or autism, but you still tell yourself you should be able to cope. Why does needing rest, quiet or help feel like a personal failure, even after discovering you're neurodivergent? In Episode 15 of Between Us | Neurodivergent Conversations, Christine and Mareike explore internalised ableism: the expectations we've absorbed about productivity, independence and what a capable...

Neurodivergence is often talked about through the lens of challenges, struggles, and things that need to be fixed. But what happens when we look at the other side of the picture? In this episode, we explore some of the strengths and qualities that can come with ADHD, autism, and AuDHD from creativity, curiosity, deep focus, pattern recognition, empathy, and authenticity to seeing the world from a...

What if your brain never really gets to switch off? In this episode, we explore the mental load of ADHD, autism, and AuDHD - the constant planning, remembering, anticipating, analysing, monitoring, and processing that can make even quiet moments feel mentally busy. We talk about why everyday life can create an endless stream of open tabs in the mind, why resting doesn’t always feel restful, and ho...

Why can everyday life feel completely exhausting when, from the outside, nothing seems particularly difficult? In this episode, we explore the invisible energy cost of ADHD, autism, and AuDHD and why ordinary tasks, social interactions, sensory input, decision-making, and constantly adapting to the world around you can require far more energy than others might realise. Sometimes, the hardest part...

Preparing for an ADHD or autism assessment can feel overwhelming. What should you bring? What should you remember? And how do you make sure you communicate your experiences clearly without feeling like you have to prove anything? In this episode, we explore how to prepare for an assessment while staying connected to your own story. We talk about reflecting on patterns, experiences, challenges, and...

Waiting for an ADHD or Autism assessment can be an emotional rollercoaster. You may find yourself questioning everything - your memories, your experiences, your coping strategies, and even your reasons for seeking a diagnosis in the first place. In this episode, we explore what it feels like to be in that space of uncertainty. How do you deal with the waiting? How do you make sense of your experie...

The journey to ADHD and/or Autism diagnosis can be filled with uncertainty, self-doubt, and difficult questions. But what if you didn’t have to wait for a diagnosis to start understanding, supporting, and trusting yourself? We bring two different perspectives to the conversation: one of us has already received a diagnosis, while the other is currently navigating the journey towards one. In this ep...

What does unmasking actually look like after discovering you’re autistic, have ADHD, or AuDHD?  In this episode, we share our personal experiences of unmasking in everyday life - learning to set boundaries, reconnecting with ourselves, and navigating life after years of masking as late-discovered neurodivergent women. Sometimes the biggest changes happen quietly. Not in dramatic moments, but in ev...

What is unmasking in ADHD, autism and AuDHD - and why can it feel both freeing and frightening?  In this episode, we explore what unmasking really means for late-discovered neurodivergent women, how it differs from burnout, and why reconnecting with yourself is often a lifelong journey rather than a single moment. Before we begin today's conversation, we'd like to thank you for being here. Whether...

What does it feel like to discover ADHD, autism or AuDHD later in life?  In this episode, Mareike shares her personal story of growing up as a neurodivergent woman, living with anxiety, masking for years, experiencing burnout, becoming a mother, and slowly beginning to understand herself. Before we begin, we'd like to gently remind you that today's episode also touches on themes of masking, burnou...

What does late-discovered autism, ADHD or AuDHD actually look like in real life?  In this episode, Christine shares her personal story of growing up as a neurodivergent woman without knowing it, masking for decades, experiencing autistic burnout, anxiety, and finally making sense of a lifetime of feeling different. Sometimes understanding ourselves starts with hearing someone else's story. We'd li...

Masking in women with ADHD, autism and AuDHD often goes unnoticed for years, sometimes even decades.  In this episode, we explore what masking really is, why so many neurodivergent women learn to hide their authentic selves, and the emotional cost of constantly adapting to fit in. Some conversations stay with us long after they end. This is one of them. Whether this topic feels deeply familiar or...

In today's episode, we're talking about a question that comes up again and again: Why does it suddenly seem like everyone has ADHD, autism or AUDHD? We'll explore what's really behind the rise in awareness and diagnoses, and continue our conversation about some of the most common myths and misconceptions surrounding neurodivergence. As always, this episode reflects personal experiences and reflect...

Today's we'll explore what Autism, ADHD and AUDHD are, how they can present differently in women, and share some of our own experiences and reflections along the way. Whether you're newly discovering neurodivergence, supporting someone who is, or simply curious to learn more, we're so glad you're here. As always, this episode reflects personal experiences and reflections, not professional advice o...

Welcome to Between Us - Neurodivergent Conversations A podcast about autism, ADHD, AuDHD, masking, burnout, motherhood, and the many experiences that often go unseen behind the scenes. Some conversations change how you see yourself. This podcast was born from two women sharing their stories, asking questions, and slowly making sense of experiences that had never quite fit into the usual explanatio...

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