Unmasking! Tips for Teasing My Natural Self from Under Learned Behavior?

Embracing stims has been a big one for me! I’ve also been letting myself get excited about things that I might’ve held back before. Still a long way to go but every little bit helps!

Start unmasking just by yourself in your bedroom. Do that stim youve been surprising and really need to do OR invest in some stim toys. Then unmask in front of pets, then with friends. Instead of nodding along completely confused during conversation, ask for context or an explanation. (If they get mad at you for that, they aren't really good friends) Not a guide, just a tip from me