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Scenario

When to disclose autism to a business partner

My business partner doesn't know I'm autistic and I'm terrified to tell them because they already get frustrated with my communication style, but I'm burning out from masking constantly and our working relationship is suffering.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The exhaustion of hiding a fundamental part of how you operate is undermining the very relationship you're trying to protect.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Neurodivergent identity — autism and ADHD?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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