Episode 5 - Skin Deep: How Sensory Sensitivity Shapes Our Daily Lives

In this candid and layered episode, Lois and Ian unpack what it’s like to live in a body that sometimes feels like it’s on fire — literally. From tags and towels to the trauma of group hugs, Skin Deep explores the physical and emotional reality of sensory sensitivity as neurodivergent adults.

Key themes include:

• Why sensory overwhelm isn’t just about "being picky"

• How anxiety and stress amplify tactile discomfort

• Bathing, grooming, and navigating texture triggers

• The unspoken rules of physical touch and social etiquette

• Finding autonomy, routine, and compassion through it all

Whether you live with ADHD, autism, or other forms of neurodivergence, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that honoring your sensory needs is not only valid, it’s vital.

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