Masking

... these two photos were taken within seconds of each other, showing how quickly emotions can change with just a notification on your phone while taking a selfie... when people would leave my life without telling me why I used to question what was wrong with me, since turning 30 last year I have decided I am not wasting time and energy on those who don't want to stick around, but it still cuts deep when people don't choose to stick around. #emotionalhealing #choosepeace #lifesajourney

2025/1/15 Edited to

... Read moreIn today's fast-paced world, our emotions are often tied to technology and social media interactions. A simple notification can provoke immediate feelings of joy or sadness, highlighting the fragile nature of self-perception and relationships. Many people face challenges in understanding their emotional responses, especially when dealing with friendship dynamics or romantic relationships that shift unexpectedly. As we age, self-reflection becomes essential in determining which connections are worth maintaining. It's crucial to prioritize mental well-being and emotional health. Journaling, therapy, or engaging in communities that champion emotional healing can be restorative practices to consider. Additionally, embracing age milestones, like turning 30, can be a transformative experience. Many find empowerment in shedding toxic relationships and focusing on self-love and support networks that uplift them. Ultimately, the journey of understanding oneself is ongoing, and utilizing support systems can lead to peace and fulfillment.

Related posts

Which kind of Autism do you have?
I been collecting personalities like infinity stones. I can never just like something a little🤣 it becomes my whole personality, sometimes permanently! Wicked definitely altered my brain chemistry 💚✨🙂‍↕️ These terms are made up. I made them up. They are not medical terms. I just like to categori
Kirby 🎧🌃👽💚🐈‍⬛

Kirby 🎧🌃👽💚🐈‍⬛

173 likes

Canva Hack - Text Masking Tutorial 🫶
Canva Frame Tutorial - How To Mask Text Using Canva! Canva Text Masking Effect To Create Social Media Posts For Your Business 🥰 #canvatutorial #canvahacks #canvaforsmallbusinesses #canvadesign #canvatricks
Inuri

Inuri

96 likes

I am diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and this is my experience with masking #autism #asd #autistic #masking #autisticadult
Riana

Riana

505 likes

Canva Masking Text Effects 🥰
Canva Tutorial - How To Create A Text Masking Effect Using Canva! #canvahacks #canvatips #canvadesign #canvatutorial
Inuri

Inuri

26 likes

Canva Tutorial - Text Masking Effect Using Canva!
Comment “100” ⤵️ if you want a closer look at my 100 Canva Hacks. Inside, I share the tools and hidden features that make designing feel simple instead of overwhelming. #canvahacks #canvatutorial #canvaforsmallbusinesses #canvaforbeginners
Inuri

Inuri

37 likes

A smiling woman with long blonde hair stands in front of a stone wall, wearing a brown top and white shorts. The text overlay reads: "5 Things I Let Go of After Discovering I'm Audhd."
A woman in a white sports bra and black shorts takes a mirror selfie, smiling. The text overlay discusses letting go of discipline and focusing on support and working when her brain works best.
Two smiling women pose for a selfie in what appears to be a subway station. The text overlay describes letting go of forced socializing, using loop earplugs, and stimming around friends.
5 things I let go of and improved my mental health
When I found out I was AuDHD, I started realizing so many of the things I thought were “just me not trying hard enough” were actually me working against my brain. Letting go of discipline as the goal, forcing myself to socialize a certain way, chasing perfection, masking constantly, and pushing th
Bailey Pilant | ADHD Therapist

Bailey Pilant | ADHD Therapist

200 likes

multi-masking has changed my skin & now it’ll change yours! Ur welcome girly pops hehe #skincaretips #beautytips #izzystipsytuesdays @Beauty of Joseon
izzy

izzy

317 likes

3 step Greasy Hair Hack! French Steampunk Vibe
👉 Greasy hair? No stress! Follow us for quick hacks that turn oily roots into 🔥 chic vibes! This 3-step French Steampunk Philosophe hairstyle is the perfect blend of grunge, elegance, and edgy vibes — and no one will know you’re masking greasy hair! 😉 💫 How to Slay the Look: 1️⃣ Dry shampoo
Toomanygoodthings

Toomanygoodthings

2310 likes

Terrifying cost of masking adhd
#adhd
myADHDJourney

myADHDJourney

5 likes

Canva Tutorial For Beginners- Masking Effect
Canva Tutorial For Beginners- Did You Know You Can Mask Your Images Into Frames On Canva? Here’s How. In Today’s Canva Design Hack, I Will Show You How To Create A Cool Mask Text Frame Effect Using Canva! This Is A Very Popular Photoshop Effect But This Design Hack Will Reveal How To Create I
Inuri

Inuri

164 likes

A person and a white dog lie in deep snow, making a snow angel. Overlaid text reads "SIGNS OF AUTISM IN GIRLS NEURODIVERGENT GUIDE," introducing the topic of autism in girls and its unique presentation.
An outdoor scene features a white canvas tent and a picnic table with a green umbrella under a clear blue sky. Overlaid text explains that autism in girls can involve masking and overwhelming social interactions, leading to exhaustion or anxiety.
A dimly lit indoor setting shows a dark armchair and wooden furniture. Overlaid text discusses intense interests, sensory sensitivities, and difficulties with social cues in girls with autism, despite their masking efforts.
Signs of autism in girls ✿
Autism may show itself differently in girls than it does in boys. Girls tend to be better at masking, so much so they might even trick themselves, and the people around them that they don’t have autism. it can be tricky to determine or diagnose. While simply relating to some of these symptoms may n
jennifer 🍒

jennifer 🍒

591 likes

A collage featuring a jar of clay mask, a glass of lemon water, feet in sneakers at a gym with weights, and a facial cleansing brush with an exfoliating product. The image highlights a 'Beauty Maintenance CHECKLIST!'
A hand holding a jar of clay mask and another hand holding multiple cucumber and aloe sheet masks. The image emphasizes 'WEEKLY MASKING' as part of a beauty routine.
A hand holding a pink facial cleansing brush and an orange tube of an exfoliating facial product. The text indicates 'EXFOLIATING 1-2 PER WEEK' for skincare.
✨Glow from the Inside Out
𝑻𝒂𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝑶𝒇 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒇 𝑰𝒔 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑼𝒍𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑩𝒆𝒂𝒖𝒕𝒚 𝑹𝒊𝒕𝒖𝒂𝒍 💕👌 ✅ Weekly Masking ✅ Exfoliate 1-2x per week ✅ Drink 2 liters of water daily ✅ Move your body 🧖‍♀️𝐼 𝑢𝑠𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 Aztec 𝑚𝑎𝑠𝑘 𝑜𝑛𝑐𝑒 𝑎 𝑤𝑒𝑒𝑘 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐷𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑎𝑟 𝑇𝑟𝑒𝑒 𝑚𝑎𝑠𝑘 𝑎 𝑐𝑜𝑢𝑝𝑙𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑡𝑖𝑚𝑒𝑠 𝑎 𝑤𝑒𝑒𝑘 🧖‍♀️𝐼𝑚 𝑠𝑜 𝑖𝑛 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ Murads 𝑠𝑘𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝐼 𝑢𝑠𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑚 𝑎𝑙
Lovely Marie

Lovely Marie

941 likes

When masking looks like you have it all together
What people see when you are high masking versus what is actually going on #adhd #masking #neurodivergent #adhdwomen #undiagnosed
The Peaceful Navigator

The Peaceful Navigator

4 likes

HERES HOW TO GET RID OF BODY ODOR ASAP! 🧼✨
Bestiessss! If you’ve ever caught a whiff of yourself mid-day and thought, "Wait…is that ME?" 😳—this post is for you. No judgment here (because we’ve all been there), but we are NOT entering 2025 smelling like hot subway seats. It’s time to level up and become the freshest-smelling vers
Lushie Club 💖

Lushie Club 💖

5377 likes

AuAdHd In High Masking Women
Get Ready With Me ✨Did You grow up thinking you were “too sensitive,” “too loud,” “too quiet,” or just “bad at being a person”… then realized it was autism + ADHD all along. 🫠✨ Adult women with AuDHD become experts at masking — copying social cues, overexplaining, people-pleasing, forcing eye co
Route505Travels

Route505Travels

1 like

The Problem With Masking
Masking protects you in a world not built for your brain but it comes with a cost #adhdwomen #masking #neurodivergent #adhdlife #adhdawareness
The Peaceful Navigator

The Peaceful Navigator

0 likes

A person with glasses and braided hair takes a mirror selfie, with text overlay "THINGS I DO that I didn't realize were masking AuDHD," introducing a series of personal experiences related to neurodivergent masking.
A person takes a mirror selfie, with text overlay "OVERAPOLOGIZING Especially at work or with authority figures, even when I haven't done anything wrong," describing a common masking behavior.
A person takes a mirror selfie, with text overlay "AVOIDING SMALL TALK Once I was out of high school, small talk just felt physically painful and performative," detailing another masking trait.
Things I do that I didn’t realize were masking
I spent a long time thinking I was just “good at functioning” while secretly feeling exhausted all the time. Meanwhile I was scripting conversations before they happened, overexplaining everything so nobody misunderstood me, forcing eye contact, copying other people’s communication styles, sayin
chronically harleigh 🤍

chronically harleigh 🤍

1 like

Two bottles, one a dietary supplement for relaxation and another for daily use, are displayed. Overlaid text lists benefits such as improved focus, mood stability, reduced fatigue, increased confidence, and productivity, presented for individuals managing ADHD.
ADHD
ADHD • Anxiety • Depression • Healing Journey Growing up in a Black household, mental health wasn’t something we took seriously. We pushed through everything and kept going, even when our bodies were begging for help. For years I knew something was off — the anxiety, the panic, the overwhelm
Ms.Kay

Ms.Kay

1580 likes

Back To School Glow Up Tutorial👄⭐️🍎
Summer is ending soon which means back to school is almost here! Since there’s little time of summer left this is the time to glow up for school! These are some steps to definitely glow up before the new year.🙌🏻 How to glow up: - have a tan - hair masking a week or two before school - have yo
Prettythingswithjess

Prettythingswithjess

115 likes

stop masking and start living
hiding seems more comfortable sometimes! #fyp #masking #canadalife #masclesbian
Miss Nikki🫦🏳️‍🌈 🇨🇦

Miss Nikki🫦🏳️‍🌈 🇨🇦

5 likes

A night shift nurse, wearing scrubs and a jacket, takes a mirror selfie in a bathroom, with text overlay indicating '3+ years in nightshift Night SHIFT SLEEP ROUTINE'.
A plate of breakfast food including scrambled eggs, sliced apples, sliced bananas, sliced peaches, and a slice of sourdough bread, illustrating a balanced meal for better sleep.
A glowing table lamp on a wooden nightstand next to a potted plant, used for ambient lighting to create a relaxing environment before sleep.
My Sleeping Tips as a Nightshift Nurse
If you know, you know—sleeping after a night shift is a struggle. Between daylight, noise, and an unpredictable schedule, getting quality rest feels impossible sometimes 🥲☀️ I’ve been there, and I know how rough it can be. That’s why I’m sharing my go-to sleeping tips to help you actually feel r
ang | pediatric nurse

ang | pediatric nurse

366 likes

masking omgg
#Roblox #robloxedit #masking #edit #aftereffects
poke

poke

0 likes

I Have Mastered the Everything Shower 🍑🫧🧖‍♀️
As a gym girl, the everything shower transcends mere hygiene—it's a holistic self-care ritual designed to rejuvenate both my body and mind after a long workout. From lymphatic drainage massages to luxurious post-shower masking, each step is crafted to maintain clear, soft skin and luscious hair
Chalie_Baker

Chalie_Baker

1415 likes

Stop masking odors — do this instead ✨
Most “room sprays” just cover smells… and then they come right back 😩 I switched to CleanSlate and it actually eliminates odor at the source 🧬 Pet smells, trash, bathrooms — all gone without that heavy perfume smell This is your sign to upgrade your clean routine 🤍 #CleanHome #HomeRefresh
Melena Wilbourn

Melena Wilbourn

9 likes

A child in a white dress sits on a playground cannon, holding a large daisy over their face. The image introduces "3 signs of high masking autism" with wood chips on the ground and trees in the background.
A child with curly hair, viewed from behind, sits on a park bench. Text overlays describe a sign of high masking autism: "Often quiet & reserved," appearing as a "quiet kid" or "standoffish."
A close-up of wood chips and a pine cone on the ground. Text describes a sign of high masking autism: preferring solitude, having "no or very few friends," and choosing to "be alone."
Identifying high masking autism
I often wonder how my autism was missed as a child. I stimmed repeatedly, was quiet and a bit standoffish, and struggled to understand communication. Although it is obvious to me now, it clearly was not as obvious to my pediatrician in the 90s. I may have had what I think as stereotypical autistic
Calypso✨🌻

Calypso✨🌻

107 likes

A store aisle filled with various stationery items, including notebooks, keychains, and small pouches, with a text overlay indicating "Oomomo stationery finds part 3."
A hand holding a translucent and yellow binder notebook, with a text overlay stating it's a 2x2 binder notebook preferred over smart ring binders due to fewer rings.
A hand holding a package of clear 6-ring pocket files, with a text overlay explaining they are suitable for storing sticker sheets.
Oomomo stationery finds pt.3
continued from part 2, here are some other cool stationery I found at Oomomo: 1. Kokuyo Campus 2x2 binder notebook - these are back in stock and I love these very much! this is their latest binder, probably an upgrade from the smart ring binders! 2. free pocket refill 20x - these are perfect fo
Emily H.

Emily H.

472 likes

My PC Monitor🤍
My Monitor! <3 So I keep getting questions about my monitor so i wanted to share exactly where i got from. Everything is in the last photo. The monitor doesn't come with speakers and you need speakers or it won't play the audio! The only speakers that actually i think work well with thi
lexii 🌸

lexii 🌸

227 likes

A grayscale drawing depicting a face with hands covering the mouth and hands behind bars in the eyes, illustrating the concept of "Masking in BPD" and the suppression of emotions.
A grayscale drawing of a face with hands covering the mouth and hands behind bars in the eyes, illustrating "Hiding True Emotions" and pretending to be okay despite intense emotions in BPD.
A grayscale drawing of a face with hands covering the mouth and hands behind bars in the eyes, illustrating "Mimicking Others" by adopting behaviors to fit in and feel accepted in BPD.
Masking in BPD
Masking in BPD refers to the practice of hiding or suppressing one's true emotions and behaviors to fit in or avoid negative judgments from others. Individuals with BPD may feel intense emotions that they believe others won't understand or accept, leading them to put on a "mask" to
🦋Aqua Moon✨

🦋Aqua Moon✨

60 likes

No one teaches us how to do this 😱✨
Did you know masking tape makes hanging pictures way easier? 👀✨ simply put a piece of masking tape across the two hanging pieces, color in a dot on each side with a pen, marker or sharpie. Then put it on the wall, and start hanging! 🤩 by far my favorite crafting hack 🙌 #pictureideas #craftideas
purelyvictoria

purelyvictoria

6134 likes

An orange-colored juice with ice cubes, featuring the title 'JUICES TO DRINK during the MENSTRUAL PHASE' in white text. The image also includes the Lemon8 logo and username.
A green-colored juice with ice cubes, listing the ingredients 'carrot, beet, fennel, turmeric + ginger' in white text. The Lemon8 logo and username are also visible.
An orange-colored juice in a clear container, detailing the 'BENEFITS:' of turmeric + ginger, beet, fennel, and carrot for menstrual health. The Lemon8 logo and username are at the bottom.
juices to drink during the menstrual phase🧃
Do you struggle during the menstrual phase of your cycle? Here are some juices to drink during your menstrual cycle to ease the pain/pms symptoms you may experience. Our bodies are natural healers so if you struggle during the menstrual phase (your bleed), i highly suggest providing supplem
Zoey Rofkahr

Zoey Rofkahr

516 likes

A finished DIY gift featuring a white card with numerous red lipstick kiss prints in the center, framed by a clean border. The text "DIY Christmas Gift for your bf" and "xoxo" are visible.
Supplies for the DIY gift: a blue spiral-bound art paper pad, a roll of masking tape, and a tube of red liquid lipstick, laid out on a gray fabric surface.
A piece of thick white paper is shown cut into two smaller, rectangular pieces, indicating the step to prepare the paper for the DIY gift.
easy diy gift for bf 🫶
a super easy (and crafty!) gift for your bf/husband/partner! perfect for christmas, birthdays, valentines, anniversaries, etc. steps: 1. you’ll need thick paper (i used watercolor paper bc i already had it, but cardstock would work), masking tape, and lipstick of choice (i used a liquid lip, wh
gabrielle

gabrielle

971 likes

An illustration depicting a person crying while holding a smiling mask, symbolizing the emotional toll of ADHD masking and the cost of appearing neurotypical.
An illustration defining ADHD masking as conscious and unconscious strategies to hide symptoms, showing a brain with a happy mask and a separate sad mask.
An illustration showing a person sitting alone in a dimly lit room, representing the real costs of ADHD masking, including hindered self-awareness and mental health struggles.
ADHD and Masking
ADHD masking is the silent energy thief! 🎭 That crushing exhaustion after work isn't just physical. it's the massive cognitive drain of trying to appear neurotypical. Here’s how it shows up. #adhd #adhdlife #masking
My.adhd.hacks

My.adhd.hacks

58 likes

An aisle at Five Below displaying various Freeman skincare products, including face masks, cleansers, and body care items. The image has text overlays that read 'Five Below Self-Care Finds #5' in blue and pink.
A hand holds a Freeman Flirty Feet moisturizing and smoothing foot mask. Text overlays highlight its benefits: 'Leaves skin soft and rejuvenated,' 'Made in Korea,' and 'Long-lasting moisture.'
A hand holds a Vitamasques 2-in-1 Mask Duo featuring Rose Petal Mud Mask and Green Tea Mud Mask. Text overlays describe it as 'Hydrates and Calms Skin,' 'Purifies and Minimizes Pores,' 'Made in Korea,' and 'Easy to Use and Fast Absorbing.'
Five Below Self-Care Finds :Part#5
Check out @Five Below skincare lineup! Their face masks are 🔥 for a quick refresh, and their cleansers and moisturizers? Totally clutch for keeping your skin on point without costing a fortune. Get that glow without breaking the bank—Five Below's got your back for skincare that's lit and
Milaidy🫧🌺🍕

Milaidy🫧🌺🍕

420 likes

Masking ✨
#NewYearNewGlow #Biodance #skincare #collagenmask #caviarpdrnmask
Sknwithlabelle

Sknwithlabelle

8 likes

A lot of autistic traits in women don’t look like what people expect. They often get reframed as personality quirks, being sensitive, perfectionistic, introverted, anxious, or “just burned out.” When you’re good at masking, the impact stays mostly internal, so it’s easy for these signs to go unnot
Bailey Pilant | ADHD Therapist

Bailey Pilant | ADHD Therapist

744 likes

2024 Hair Care Tips I wish I knew sooner
1. Sleep w/a silk cap to help take frizz, less breakage and lock in moisture, leaving your hair softer✨ 2. Oiling your lengths daily will help keep your hair nourished and hydrated, preventing breakage and split ends 3. Exfoliating your scalp will help get rid of product build up and encoura
Kamalei🌺

Kamalei🌺

144 likes

5 Signs You Might Have Undiagnosed Autism
I’m not here to diagnose (I leave that to the professionals), but let’s have a spicy little convo about signs people never talk about when it comes to undiagnosed autism especially if you’re a girly, femme-presenting, or just really freaking good at pretending to be okay when you’re actually losing
ZINNIABEA SAGED

ZINNIABEA SAGED

1771 likes

Masking made me who I am, why should I stop?
Masking isn’t always something I consciously put on. For many of us, it happens automatically before we even realise we’re doing it. That doesn’t make it fake. It makes it learned. #audhd #masking #neurodivergentwomen #nervoussystem #traumainformed
ilja

ilja

53 likes

Masking 👎LPS👍
#womenwithautism #littlestpetshop #unmasking #lps #actuallyautistic
Liliest Pet Shop

Liliest Pet Shop

6 likes

A neatly organized closet filled with clear bins containing various household items like medicine, cleaning supplies, candles, air fresheners, skincare, and haircare products, all systematically arranged on shelves.
A full view of an open dark wood closet, revealing three shelves filled with clear storage bins. Overlay text identifies it as a 'back stock' closet for extra cleaning, beauty, and household items.
A close-up of the organized closet shelves, highlighting clear storage bins filled with various products. Overlay text explains that clear bins make items easy to see and track, mentioning they are affordable and have handles.
My Hidden Supply Stash: Easy Storage Ideas ✨
I’ve had a backstock closet in my home for as long as I can remember. It’s the easiest way to keep track of and organize all my extra household items like cleaning products, skincare, medicine, and more. Having everything in one spot means I can see exactly what I have before buying more, and it ma
Anna Brynn

Anna Brynn

285 likes

Start Masking! ✨
Hey y’all. Just here to share my weekly masking routine. Ever since I’ve started masking, I’ve seen a big change in my skin. It’s more glowy, soft & plump. Also I been having very little chin breakouts. The chin breakout use to be my worst enemy, but masking been helping with that a lot. #mask
SHANAE’

SHANAE’

21 likes

Masking? I’ve always done it!
Masking isn’t me being fake. It’s me being aware. I didn’t choose it at first. I learned it. You don’t have to hate your coping to grow. You just need choice. and yes…. I am being distracted again, this time it’s a dog 🐶 🤣 #audhd #masking #neurodivergentwomen #traumainfo
ilja

ilja

46 likes

“Canva isn’t good for designing clothes”
People who say this just haven’t bought my mockup packs 😂 Lol but really, Canva isn’t and never will be Adobe. You cannot do everything you can do in Adobe in Canva, but the average brand owner or person designing clothes for fun does not need Adobe level software to execute their vision! With my B
SALT STUDIOS ©

SALT STUDIOS ©

22 likes

My Essential Masking Rotation for Glowing Skin ✨
🥰 I love having a mask for every mood! 🕊️ 🧖🏼‍♀️ Whether my skin needs a deep detox with Beauty of Joseon's Red Bean mask or a moisture surge with the Biodance Bio-Collagen mask, these favorites always deliver. 🤩 Using the right mask at the right time is my secret to keeping my skin balanced,
BloomingWander

BloomingWander

29 likes

See more