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The Exhaustion of Masking: Finding Breath in Inclusive Spaces | The Healing Practice
This episode explores the profound exhaustion of 'masking' in inclusive spaces, a phenomenon where individuals from marginalized or diverse backgrounds feel compelled to translate their authentic selves for others. Host Mariah Hardy examines the invisible labor of performing pleasure and smoothing out rough edges to maintain social harmony, arguing that this constant self-monitoring leads to deep fatigue, anxiety, and a loss of identity. This content is essential for listeners navigating mental health challenges related to social anxiety, code-switching, and the pressure to assimilate in…
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