In the podcast, Femme on the Spectrum, hosted by Elizabeth, she discusses the complexities of interpreting social cues as a neurodivergent woman during the holiday season – a period characterized by amplified, occasional performative acts of kindness. The main discussion revolves around ‘Neuroception’, a concept that explains the biological reactions to perceived safety or threat in social interactions, which often manifest physically for those on the autism spectrum or with ADHD. Elizabeth shares personal encounters with family dynamics that feel inauthentic during the holidays, triggering her Neuroception. She also shares how she’s instructing her sons to navigate these complexities, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging one’s feelings and the authenticity of others over maintaining the decorum of the season’s festivities. Trusting personal data over societal drama, Elizabeth says, is the key takeaway from this episode.