In this honest and eye-opening conversation, Lois and Ian unpack the emotional rollercoaster of living with Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD)—a lesser-known but deeply impactful experience for many neurodivergent people. With humor and vulnerability, they explore how even minor criticism can feel like deep personal rejection, and how this sensitivity has shaped their relationships, careers, and self-esteem.

Key themes include:

• What Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria actually is—and how it often goes unnoticed

• The link between RSD, masking, and people-pleasing

• How RSD shows up differently in ADHD and autism

• Practical ways to cope with emotional intensity and protect your peace

Whether you’ve just discovered the term RSD or you’ve been living it without a name, this episode offers understanding, tools, and the reminder that you’re not alone.

In this deeply personal episode, siblings Lois and Ian—co-hosts of Unlabelled and Limitless—sit down to reflect on their shared but uniquely individual experiences of navigating life as late-diagnosed neurodivergents. With Lois living with ADHD and Ian with autism, they unpack the moments of confusion, resilience, and discovery that shaped their paths.

From missed signs in childhood to the liberating clarity of adulthood diagnoses, they explore how being undiagnosed affected their relationships, education, and self-worth. Together, they challenge outdated labels and stereotypes, offering listeners a raw and relatable look into the world of neurodivergence.

Expect honest storytelling, a touch of humor, and sibling chemistry that brings warmth to even the heaviest topics. Points of discussion:

• The overlooked signs of ADHD and autism in childhood

• Sibling dynamics in a neurodivergent household

• Masking, burnout, and the emotional cost of "passing"

• The relief and grief that can come with a late diagnosis

• Rewriting the narrative: from shame to self-acceptance

• How community, conversation, and connection support healing

In this honest and eye-opening conversation, Faye and Lois reflect on the overlooked signs of ADHD in their childhood and how their parents’ lack of understanding impacted their development. They emphasize the importance of early recognition—not just for academic support but for emotional well-being.

Key themes include:

• The invisible challenges of undiagnosed ADHD in high-achieving women

• How well-meaning parents may unintentionally hinder their child’s growth

• The duality of being successful and struggling internally

• Their journey to self-acceptance, awareness, and pursuing further education

Whether you're an adult navigating a late diagnosis or a parent hoping to better understand your child, this episode offers validation, insight, and hope.