Talking Twaddle with Victoria Hausler

About this episode

Joanne Hatchard and Victoria Hausler discuss late diagnosis, masking, and the experiences of neurodivergent individuals with humor and honesty.

Late Diagnosis, Masking & the Motherload with Victoria Hausler This episode is a bit like sitting in on two neurodivergent women unpacking years of “what the actual fuck?” moments—with a side of humour, a splash of parenting honesty, and a big dose of finally feeling seen . I’m joined by the powerhouse that is Victoria Hausler —founder of Dara Disability and Dara Wellness Services. We talk about the moment it all started to click (thanks to her son), the fallout of years of masking, and the unexpected liberation that comes with a late diagnosis. From hypermobility to weighted blankets, eyebrow quirks to literal interpretations of social niceties… this is the conversation that shows you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not weird (or if you are, you’ve got company). Whether you’re fresh to your diagnosis or just starting to question the rules you’ve followed your whole life, there’s something in here for you. And if you’ve ever thought, “am I just making this up?” —this one’s a must. 🧠 What We Talk About 00:00 – Welcome to Talking Twaddle Why we’re sharing these stories—and what they unlock for all of us. 03:12 – Victoria’s late diagnosis & the trigger moment Parenting…

People in this episode

Host: Joanne Hatchard

Guest: Victoria Hausler

Topics covered

• neurodivergence
• late diagnosis
• masking
• parenting
• mental health
• self-acceptance

Keywords

• neurodivergent
• masking
• parenting
• late diagnosis
• mental health
• self-acceptance
• Dara Disability
• Dara Wellness Services

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Dara Disability, Dara Wellness Services

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