Advocating is Exhausting

In theory, neurodivergent people must advocate for themselves.  I don't disagree. But I know that after decades of shame and feeling like not enough, advocating has its own whole ordeal to process. Plus, trusting yourself, speaking up, managing emotions, and processing your needs can be exhausting in itself. Often, just saying 'I'm fine ' while suffering feels easier.

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