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“High functioning” is rarely a description of wellbeing; it is an external verdict on how convincingly a neurodivergent person can perform neurotypical norms. “High masking” tells the truer story; one of relentless capacity expenditure, hidden collapse, and the radical necessity of self-compassion and support to reclaim sustainable living.

Relational Sensitivity Distress (RSD) names the sudden pain when connection feels at risk. It isn’t a flaw; it’s your body’s alarm. Notice, name, and slow. Ask for clarity, set gentle boundaries, and choose environments and people that communicate plainly. With radical self-care—buffers, small repairs, and compassion—sensitivity becomes guidance, not shame.