the Neuro Spicy Scholar
🎙️ Welcome to "The Neurospicy Scholar," the podcast where we turn up the heat on all things neurodiversity! 🌶️ Join your hosts, Donna "The Comeback Kid" Garcia and "Almost Doctor" Miranda Rose.. Donna's known for her knack for bouncing back from life's curveballs with style and sass, while Miranda is on the verge of earning her doctorate and adding a dash of brilliance to every conversation. Together, they're here to serve up a piping hot plate of humor, insight, and spicy discussions. Join us as we dive into some rouge conversations with neurodiverse professionals, entrepreneurs, and academics who are shaking things up in the world.
Get ready for a flavorful journey filled with laughter, insight, and a dash of sass! 🎓 Let's spice up your day with "The Neurospicy Scholar" podcast! 🔥 #TheNeurospicyScholar #PodcastHeat 🚀
the Neuro Spicy Scholar
Episode 1: Masking and Passing
Donna and Miranda discuss the neurodiverse experience of 'faking it till you make it', aka masking and passing. Have you found yourself hiding how you feel? Not saying all the things? Or presenting a different side of yourself to fit into a 'normal' environment? Well my friend, you may be masking. Join us as we talk about the tendency of neuro diverse people to hide in plain sight in order to pass as just another student and explore the effects of a lifetime of blending in as well as some tips for dealing with the pressure of being normal all the time! Trigger warning for listeners, this discussion includes sensitive subjects regarding anxiety, depression, and Suicidal Ideation. If these concepts are too overwhelming for you please feel free to skip this trip with us. If you or someone you know is struggling with self-harm thoughts reach out by calling or texting the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or visit their website at https://988lifeline.org/current-events/the-lifeline-and-988/ for more information.
