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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>When the Mask Falls</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279</link><description><![CDATA[When the Mask Falls is a raw and unfiltered look at what it’s like to live with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and rejection sensitivity disorder while trying to step into leadership and show up for others.<br /><br />Hosted by Christina, this podcast explores the day-to-day reality of mental health struggles—the hidden panic attacks, the overthinking, the spirals of self-doubt—alongside the courage it takes to keep moving forward. Through personal stories, honest reflections, and moments of messy truth, Christina takes listeners behind the mask of “having it all together” and reveals the strength that comes from vulnerability.<br /><br />If you’ve ever felt like you’re faking it, like you’re carrying the weight of expectations while silently fighting battles no one sees, this podcast is for you. Here, the mask comes off—and you don’t have to carry yours alone.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/6734279/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Mental Health</category><copyright>Copyright Christina DeLorenzo</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg</url><title>When the Mask Falls</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279</link></image><lastBuildDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 02:05:56 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:name><itunes:email>delorenzo.christina@frontier.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>When the Mask Falls is a raw and unfiltered look at what it’s like to live with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and rejection sensitivity disorder while trying to step into leadership and show up for others.

Hosted by Christina, this podcast explores the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[When the Mask Falls is a raw and unfiltered look at what it’s like to live with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and rejection sensitivity disorder while trying to step into leadership and show up for others.<br /><br />Hosted by Christina, this podcast explores the day-to-day reality of mental health struggles—the hidden panic attacks, the overthinking, the spirals of self-doubt—alongside the courage it takes to keep moving forward. Through personal stories, honest reflections, and moments of messy truth, Christina takes listeners behind the mask of “having it all together” and reveals the strength that comes from vulnerability.<br /><br />If you’ve ever felt like you’re faking it, like you’re carrying the weight of expectations while silently fighting battles no one sees, this podcast is for you. Here, the mask comes off—and you don’t have to carry yours alone.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"><itunes:category text="Mental Health"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><podcast:funding url="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=rss">Support the podcast!</podcast:funding><item><title>Episode 32: When You’re the Strong One…Barely Holding On</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-32-when-you-re-the-strong-one-barely-holding-on--71054119</link><description><![CDATA[A raw look at what it feels like to carry everyone else while quietly running on empty, and how to start choosing yourself without guilt.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71054119</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 02:05:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71054119/output.mp3" length="7054593" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c0a678c6-9ea8-49a0-ba26-fc1305f411b8/c0a678c6-9ea8-49a0-ba26-fc1305f411b8.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c0a678c6-9ea8-49a0-ba26-fc1305f411b8/c0a678c6-9ea8-49a0-ba26-fc1305f411b8.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c0a678c6-9ea8-49a0-ba26-fc1305f411b8/c0a678c6-9ea8-49a0-ba26-fc1305f411b8.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>A raw look at what it feels like to carry everyone else while quietly running on empty, and how to start choosing yourself without guilt.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[A raw look at what it feels like to carry everyone else while quietly running on empty, and how to start choosing yourself without guilt.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>441</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 31: Holding It All Together</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-31-holding-it-all-together--70883543</link><description><![CDATA[Holding everything together while building something meaningful, even on the days it feels like too much.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70883543</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 02:42:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70883543/output.mp3" length="5098962" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/11be3fdd-067b-4b4f-965f-9d41063ce96d/11be3fdd-067b-4b4f-965f-9d41063ce96d.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/11be3fdd-067b-4b4f-965f-9d41063ce96d/11be3fdd-067b-4b4f-965f-9d41063ce96d.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/11be3fdd-067b-4b4f-965f-9d41063ce96d/11be3fdd-067b-4b4f-965f-9d41063ce96d.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Holding everything together while building something meaningful, even on the days it feels like too much.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Holding everything together while building something meaningful, even on the days it feels like too much.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>319</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 30: When Life Gets Busy…and Why Speaking Up Matters</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-30-when-life-gets-busy-and-why-speaking-up-matters--70584231</link><description><![CDATA[Life has been BUSY.  In this episode, I share  the wins, the challenges, and everything in between…from rescue progress and community support, to a healthcare experience that reminded me why speaking up matters.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70584231</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 02:54:41 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70584231/output.mp3" length="14536898" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5a136f89-2df4-4d43-ab04-686573d3f840/5a136f89-2df4-4d43-ab04-686573d3f840.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5a136f89-2df4-4d43-ab04-686573d3f840/5a136f89-2df4-4d43-ab04-686573d3f840.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5a136f89-2df4-4d43-ab04-686573d3f840/5a136f89-2df4-4d43-ab04-686573d3f840.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Life has been BUSY.  In this episode, I share  the wins, the challenges, and everything in between…from rescue progress and community support, to a healthcare experience that reminded me why speaking up matters.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Life has been BUSY.  In this episode, I share  the wins, the challenges, and everything in between…from rescue progress and community support, to a healthcare experience that reminded me why speaking up matters.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>909</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 29: Valentine Schmalentine</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-29-valentine-schmalentine--70064403</link><description><![CDATA[A reflection on being single on Valentine’s Day, choosing to give love anyway, and finding meaning in family, small acts of kindness, and the reminder that love exists far beyond romance.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70064403</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:10:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70064403/output.mp3" length="5624754" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/56525a69-6ba6-4af3-85e9-af7a6d34fbb4/56525a69-6ba6-4af3-85e9-af7a6d34fbb4.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/56525a69-6ba6-4af3-85e9-af7a6d34fbb4/56525a69-6ba6-4af3-85e9-af7a6d34fbb4.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/56525a69-6ba6-4af3-85e9-af7a6d34fbb4/56525a69-6ba6-4af3-85e9-af7a6d34fbb4.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>A reflection on being single on Valentine’s Day, choosing to give love anyway, and finding meaning in family, small acts of kindness, and the reminder that love exists far beyond romance.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[A reflection on being single on Valentine’s Day, choosing to give love anyway, and finding meaning in family, small acts of kindness, and the reminder that love exists far beyond romance.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>352</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 28: You Can’t Do It All-Leading Through Overload, Expectations and Team Reality</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-28-you-can-t-do-it-all-leading-through-overload-expectations-and-team-reality--69805653</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, we talk about how you can’t expect everyone to run at your speed. Real leadership is meeting people where they are. Multitasking might be your strength, but strong leadership is helping others succeed at theirs..<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69805653</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:02:50 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69805653/output.mp3" length="10647788" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/bf973c39-9b7c-49ff-8f59-ec5579015e9a/bf973c39-9b7c-49ff-8f59-ec5579015e9a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/bf973c39-9b7c-49ff-8f59-ec5579015e9a/bf973c39-9b7c-49ff-8f59-ec5579015e9a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/bf973c39-9b7c-49ff-8f59-ec5579015e9a/bf973c39-9b7c-49ff-8f59-ec5579015e9a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, we talk about how you can’t expect everyone to run at your speed. Real leadership is meeting people where they are. Multitasking might be your strength, but strong leadership is helping others succeed at theirs..</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we talk about how you can’t expect everyone to run at your speed. Real leadership is meeting people where they are. Multitasking might be your strength, but strong leadership is helping others succeed at theirs..<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>666</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 27: Chaos, Court and Keeping My Character</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-chaos-court-and-keeping-my-character--69540849</link><description><![CDATA[This is episode 27 and today I’m taking you through my real day from start to finish; rescue life, a court battle that’s turning into a trial next week, a payroll fire and an urgent care run with my daughter. And the bigger takeaway? It’s the difference between what’s right and what’s wrong and how I’m still choosing patience and kindness through it all even when people make it really hard.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69540849</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 03:42:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69540849/output.mp3" length="11152265" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4c9496ae-1dcc-4d9b-ae61-c6b6d1c35984/4c9496ae-1dcc-4d9b-ae61-c6b6d1c35984.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4c9496ae-1dcc-4d9b-ae61-c6b6d1c35984/4c9496ae-1dcc-4d9b-ae61-c6b6d1c35984.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4c9496ae-1dcc-4d9b-ae61-c6b6d1c35984/4c9496ae-1dcc-4d9b-ae61-c6b6d1c35984.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This is episode 27 and today I’m taking you through my real day from start to finish; rescue life, a court battle that’s turning into a trial next week, a payroll fire and an urgent care run with my daughter. And the bigger takeaway? It’s the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is episode 27 and today I’m taking you through my real day from start to finish; rescue life, a court battle that’s turning into a trial next week, a payroll fire and an urgent care run with my daughter. And the bigger takeaway? It’s the difference between what’s right and what’s wrong and how I’m still choosing patience and kindness through it all even when people make it really hard.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>697</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 26: Happy New Year! A Reset, Not a Resolution</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-happy-new-year-a-reset-not-a-resolution--69502084</link><description><![CDATA[Happy new year everyone! Quick life update and reset choosing basics over big resolutions, plus updates on rotary, school, audit, Gabby and the rescue!<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69502084</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 04:40:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69502084/output.mp3" length="10505264" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9af37c20-7289-4666-a3a6-bbbc9430f41b/9af37c20-7289-4666-a3a6-bbbc9430f41b.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9af37c20-7289-4666-a3a6-bbbc9430f41b/9af37c20-7289-4666-a3a6-bbbc9430f41b.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9af37c20-7289-4666-a3a6-bbbc9430f41b/9af37c20-7289-4666-a3a6-bbbc9430f41b.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Happy new year everyone! Quick life update and reset choosing basics over big resolutions, plus updates on rotary, school, audit, Gabby and the rescue!</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Happy new year everyone! Quick life update and reset choosing basics over big resolutions, plus updates on rotary, school, audit, Gabby and the rescue!<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>657</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 25: The Least Christmassy Christmas</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-25-the-least-christmassy-christmas--69207810</link><description><![CDATA[This wasn’t the Christmas I imagined or planned for. There’s no big family gathering, no baking, no gifts under the tree, just unexpected expenses and quiet moments in a house full of animals instead of people. In this episode I share what it feels like to move through the holidays when the magic is gone. The money is tight traditions shift and loneliness sneaks in despite gratitude and love still being present. This is an honest reflection on getting through a heavy season, finding connection in small moments and sitting with the truth that sometimes just surviving the day is enough.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69207810</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 05:35:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69207810/output.mp3" length="13228686" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4f73a46b-894e-4550-9555-73b1d9a3b663/4f73a46b-894e-4550-9555-73b1d9a3b663.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4f73a46b-894e-4550-9555-73b1d9a3b663/4f73a46b-894e-4550-9555-73b1d9a3b663.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4f73a46b-894e-4550-9555-73b1d9a3b663/4f73a46b-894e-4550-9555-73b1d9a3b663.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This wasn’t the Christmas I imagined or planned for. There’s no big family gathering, no baking, no gifts under the tree, just unexpected expenses and quiet moments in a house full of animals instead of people. In this episode I share what it feels...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This wasn’t the Christmas I imagined or planned for. There’s no big family gathering, no baking, no gifts under the tree, just unexpected expenses and quiet moments in a house full of animals instead of people. In this episode I share what it feels like to move through the holidays when the magic is gone. The money is tight traditions shift and loneliness sneaks in despite gratitude and love still being present. This is an honest reflection on getting through a heavy season, finding connection in small moments and sitting with the truth that sometimes just surviving the day is enough.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>827</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agingoutofchristmasspirit,christmas,lonelychristmas</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 24-The Anger I Was Never Allowed to Have</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-the-anger-i-was-never-allowed-to-have--69207657</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, I share the truth beneath my childhood: the anger I buried, the roles I carried, and the healing I’m finally stepping into. If you grew up managing everyone else’s feelings except your own, this one will feel like coming home to yourself.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69207657</guid><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:50:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69207657/output.mp3" length="13224924" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/fc59d406-db98-441b-a0ac-dbcbdd4291ca/fc59d406-db98-441b-a0ac-dbcbdd4291ca.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/fc59d406-db98-441b-a0ac-dbcbdd4291ca/fc59d406-db98-441b-a0ac-dbcbdd4291ca.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/fc59d406-db98-441b-a0ac-dbcbdd4291ca/fc59d406-db98-441b-a0ac-dbcbdd4291ca.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, I share the truth beneath my childhood: the anger I buried, the roles I carried, and the healing I’m finally stepping into. If you grew up managing everyone else’s feelings except your own, this one will feel like coming home to yourself.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, I share the truth beneath my childhood: the anger I buried, the roles I carried, and the healing I’m finally stepping into. If you grew up managing everyone else’s feelings except your own, this one will feel like coming home to yourself.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>827</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>childhoodemotions,internalizingemotions</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 23-The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. Day to Day Reality</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly-day-to-day-reality--68533099</link><description><![CDATA[A raw look at burnout balance, and the chaos of trying to do it all, from midnight overwhelm to messy closets, missed meetings, rescue kittens, and the constant fight to stay afloat.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68533099</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:34:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68533099/episode_23.mp3" length="9301541" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3c4c2a5a-c569-40d6-abb4-580f0352e8fa/3c4c2a5a-c569-40d6-abb4-580f0352e8fa.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3c4c2a5a-c569-40d6-abb4-580f0352e8fa/3c4c2a5a-c569-40d6-abb4-580f0352e8fa.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3c4c2a5a-c569-40d6-abb4-580f0352e8fa/3c4c2a5a-c569-40d6-abb4-580f0352e8fa.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>A raw look at burnout balance, and the chaos of trying to do it all, from midnight overwhelm to messy closets, missed meetings, rescue kittens, and the constant fight to stay afloat.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[A raw look at burnout balance, and the chaos of trying to do it all, from midnight overwhelm to messy closets, missed meetings, rescue kittens, and the constant fight to stay afloat.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>582</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>heavyworkload,oktosayno,stress,worklifebalance</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 22-Let Them</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-let-them--68421950</link><description><![CDATA[I’m not a reader, but I finished “Let Them” by Mel Robbins in three days and it completely changed how I see things. This episode is about learning to let go, stop trying to fix others, and finally choose peace by focusing on myself.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68421950</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:38:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68421950/episode_22.mp3" length="6667980" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1386ce52-d4d1-4a25-b47e-6b28f14ba06d/1386ce52-d4d1-4a25-b47e-6b28f14ba06d.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1386ce52-d4d1-4a25-b47e-6b28f14ba06d/1386ce52-d4d1-4a25-b47e-6b28f14ba06d.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1386ce52-d4d1-4a25-b47e-6b28f14ba06d/1386ce52-d4d1-4a25-b47e-6b28f14ba06d.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>I’m not a reader, but I finished “Let Them” by Mel Robbins in three days and it completely changed how I see things. This episode is about learning to let go, stop trying to fix others, and finally choose peace by focusing on myself.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[I’m not a reader, but I finished “Let Them” by Mel Robbins in three days and it completely changed how I see things. This episode is about learning to let go, stop trying to fix others, and finally choose peace by focusing on myself.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>417</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>itsnotyouitsme,letthem,letthemtheory,melrobbins,selfawareness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 21-Work-Life Balance-Or Whatever This Is Supposed To Be</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-work-life-balance-or-whatever-this-is-supposed-to-be--68321933</link><description><![CDATA[Burnout dressed up as productivity. Let’s talk about it.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68321933</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 01:58:37 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68321933/episode_21.mp3" length="9440304" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ed454f67-37d3-4e08-b1ef-cf3805aa59c4/ed454f67-37d3-4e08-b1ef-cf3805aa59c4.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ed454f67-37d3-4e08-b1ef-cf3805aa59c4/ed454f67-37d3-4e08-b1ef-cf3805aa59c4.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ed454f67-37d3-4e08-b1ef-cf3805aa59c4/ed454f67-37d3-4e08-b1ef-cf3805aa59c4.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Burnout dressed up as productivity. Let’s talk about it.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Burnout dressed up as productivity. Let’s talk about it.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>590</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>burnout,mentalhealth,selfcare,worklifebalance</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 20-When Awareness Hurts</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-when-awareness-hurts--68247109</link><description><![CDATA[Straight from a fresh therapy session, Christina opens up about the struggle of being self-aware yet stuck, fighting burnout and the pressure to do it all through raw honesty. She reminds us that healing begins with small steps and the courage to keep trying.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68247109</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:51:24 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68247109/episode_20.mp3" length="9383461" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9ab03817-669c-47d3-b315-86e4e5bf6bb3/9ab03817-669c-47d3-b315-86e4e5bf6bb3.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9ab03817-669c-47d3-b315-86e4e5bf6bb3/9ab03817-669c-47d3-b315-86e4e5bf6bb3.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9ab03817-669c-47d3-b315-86e4e5bf6bb3/9ab03817-669c-47d3-b315-86e4e5bf6bb3.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Straight from a fresh therapy session, Christina opens up about the struggle of being self-aware yet stuck, fighting burnout and the pressure to do it all through raw honesty. She reminds us that healing begins with small steps and the courage to keep...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Straight from a fresh therapy session, Christina opens up about the struggle of being self-aware yet stuck, fighting burnout and the pressure to do it all through raw honesty. She reminds us that healing begins with small steps and the courage to keep trying.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>587</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adhd,anxiety,awareness,depression,mentalhealth,mentalillness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 19-You Don't Know Until You Do</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-you-don-t-know-until-you-do--68234032</link><description><![CDATA[Sometimes the hardest part of mental health isn’t just living with it, it’s sitting in rooms full of people who think they understand. This episode dives into the quiet exhaustion of pretending to be OK and the truth that you don’t know until you do.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68234032</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:14:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68234032/episode_19.mp3" length="5608454" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/240781d7-2b46-41a4-b647-d7aea2e77998/240781d7-2b46-41a4-b647-d7aea2e77998.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/240781d7-2b46-41a4-b647-d7aea2e77998/240781d7-2b46-41a4-b647-d7aea2e77998.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/240781d7-2b46-41a4-b647-d7aea2e77998/240781d7-2b46-41a4-b647-d7aea2e77998.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Sometimes the hardest part of mental health isn’t just living with it, it’s sitting in rooms full of people who think they understand. This episode dives into the quiet exhaustion of pretending to be OK and the truth that you don’t know until you do.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Sometimes the hardest part of mental health isn’t just living with it, it’s sitting in rooms full of people who think they understand. This episode dives into the quiet exhaustion of pretending to be OK and the truth that you don’t know until you do.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>351</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>judgement,mentalhealth,uncomfortablesituations</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 18-When Helping Hurts</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-when-helping-hurts--68158791</link><description><![CDATA[Sometimes, helping others means losing yourself in the process. In this episode, Christina explores the fine line between compassion and self-destruction-when giving too much, fixing too often and caring too deeply begin to drain the very person doing the helping. “When Helping Hurts” is a raw look at burnout, boundaries, and the guilt that comes with saying “no”. It’s a reminder that saving others means nothing if you forget to save yourself.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68158791</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:45:45 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68158791/podcast_episode_18.mp3" length="11563536" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e2fa1f00-3156-4b16-ae21-65dbc13dc049/e2fa1f00-3156-4b16-ae21-65dbc13dc049.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e2fa1f00-3156-4b16-ae21-65dbc13dc049/e2fa1f00-3156-4b16-ae21-65dbc13dc049.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e2fa1f00-3156-4b16-ae21-65dbc13dc049/e2fa1f00-3156-4b16-ae21-65dbc13dc049.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Sometimes, helping others means losing yourself in the process. In this episode, Christina explores the fine line between compassion and self-destruction-when giving too much, fixing too often and caring too deeply begin to drain the very person doing...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Sometimes, helping others means losing yourself in the process. In this episode, Christina explores the fine line between compassion and self-destruction-when giving too much, fixing too often and caring too deeply begin to drain the very person doing the helping. “When Helping Hurts” is a raw look at burnout, boundaries, and the guilt that comes with saying “no”. It’s a reminder that saving others means nothing if you forget to save yourself.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>723</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>burnout,helpingtoomuch,itsoktosayno,sayingno,selfcare</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 17-The Bruises You Can't See</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-the-bruises-you-can-t-see--68139155</link><description><![CDATA[In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Christina shares her personal journey through emotional, financial and physical abuse-from love-bombing and isolation to survival, freedom and healing. “The Bruises You Can’t See” is a raw, honest look at what it means to rebuild after trauma, protect your child, and reclaim your voice. This episode is for every survivor who’s ever been told it wasn’t that bad-and everyone who needs to understand that abuse isn’t always visible.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68139155</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 20:10:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68139155/podcast_episode_17.mp3" length="16968167" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Christina shares her personal journey through emotional, financial and physical abuse-from love-bombing and isolation to survival, freedom and healing. “The Bruises You Can’t See” is a raw, honest look at...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Christina shares her personal journey through emotional, financial and physical abuse-from love-bombing and isolation to survival, freedom and healing. “The Bruises You Can’t See” is a raw, honest look at what it means to rebuild after trauma, protect your child, and reclaim your voice. This episode is for every survivor who’s ever been told it wasn’t that bad-and everyone who needs to understand that abuse isn’t always visible.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1061</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>domesticviolenceawareness,domesticviolenceawarenessmont,dvawarenes</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 16: Dating-Where Have All the Good Guys Gone?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-dating-where-have-all-the-good-guys-gone--68071460</link><description><![CDATA[After fourteen years focused on motherhood, career, and peace, Christina takes a brutally honest look at what it’s like trying to date again in 2025. From cringe-worthy dating app conversations and “good guys” who aren’t so good, to protecting your peace and setting real standards. This episode dives into why so many of us are asking the same question: Where have all the good guys gone? Real talk, zero filters, and a reminder that sometimes staying single is the sanest choice of all.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68071460</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 02:30:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68071460/podcast_episode_16.mp3" length="10119069" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>After fourteen years focused on motherhood, career, and peace, Christina takes a brutally honest look at what it’s like trying to date again in 2025. From cringe-worthy dating app conversations and “good guys” who aren’t so good, to protecting your...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[After fourteen years focused on motherhood, career, and peace, Christina takes a brutally honest look at what it’s like trying to date again in 2025. From cringe-worthy dating app conversations and “good guys” who aren’t so good, to protecting your peace and setting real standards. This episode dives into why so many of us are asking the same question: Where have all the good guys gone? Real talk, zero filters, and a reminder that sometimes staying single is the sanest choice of all.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>633</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>dating,datingapps,reallove,wherearethegoodguys</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 15: Absence &amp; Isolation-The Weight of What's Missing</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-absence-isolation-the-weight-of-what-s-missing--67994630</link><description><![CDATA[Absence leaves a hollow isolation builds the walls around it. In this episode, I open up about the heaviness of what’s missing, the terrifying moments when we go absent from our own lives, and the suffocating silence of isolation. But within that darkness lies a reminder: presence-even in a small shaky step, has the power to break through.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67994630</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 02:47:33 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67994630/podcast_episode_15.mp3" length="5766860" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Absence leaves a hollow isolation builds the walls around it. In this episode, I open up about the heaviness of what’s missing, the terrifying moments when we go absent from our own lives, and the suffocating silence of isolation. But within that...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Absence leaves a hollow isolation builds the walls around it. In this episode, I open up about the heaviness of what’s missing, the terrifying moments when we go absent from our own lives, and the suffocating silence of isolation. But within that darkness lies a reminder: presence-even in a small shaky step, has the power to break through.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>361</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>absence,isolation,loneliness,youarenotalone</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 14-The Crash and Burn (Relapse Edition)</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-the-crash-and-burn-relapse-edition--67903036</link><description><![CDATA[When therapy backfires, burn out wins, and the clutter in my brain matches the clutter in my house. This is the episode where I finally hit the wall, cry for no reason and admit I can’t keep carrying it all.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67903036</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 00:32:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67903036/podcast_episode_14.mp3" length="6049401" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>When therapy backfires, burn out wins, and the clutter in my brain matches the clutter in my house. This is the episode where I finally hit the wall, cry for no reason and admit I can’t keep carrying it all.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[When therapy backfires, burn out wins, and the clutter in my brain matches the clutter in my house. This is the episode where I finally hit the wall, cry for no reason and admit I can’t keep carrying it all.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>379</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>burnout,stress,workstress</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 13-Am I Too Much?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-am-i-too-much--67884472</link><description><![CDATA[This week I dive into a therapy session that went completely off the rails, complete with yawns, Captain obvious questions and a groundbreaking meditation suggestion that I’ll never use. But underneath the sarcasm I’m learning. I’m learning to slow down. to self reflect and to see how my own chaos and expectations affect the people around me. If you’ve ever felt like you’re too much or not enough this one’s for you!<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67884472</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:38:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67884472/podcast_episode_13.mp3" length="10684568" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week I dive into a therapy session that went completely off the rails, complete with yawns, Captain obvious questions and a groundbreaking meditation suggestion that I’ll never use. But underneath the sarcasm I’m learning. I’m learning to slow...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I dive into a therapy session that went completely off the rails, complete with yawns, Captain obvious questions and a groundbreaking meditation suggestion that I’ll never use. But underneath the sarcasm I’m learning. I’m learning to slow down. to self reflect and to see how my own chaos and expectations affect the people around me. If you’ve ever felt like you’re too much or not enough this one’s for you!<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>668</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>amitoomuch,gettinghelp,therapy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 12-The Anxiety of Event Planning</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-the-anxiety-of-event-planning--67868677</link><description><![CDATA[Event planning with ADHD feels like walking on a tight rope with the weight of the world on your shoulders. In this episode, I talk about why responsibility looks different for us, why delegating is so hard and how even when things go well our brains focused on what we forgot instead of what went right. From stressing over the peaceful ceremony to realizing perfection isn’t the goal, this is a real look at the guilt, pressure and lessons learned when everything feels like it’s on you.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67868677</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:27:32 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67868677/podcast_episode_12.mp3" length="6855644" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Event planning with ADHD feels like walking on a tight rope with the weight of the world on your shoulders. In this episode, I talk about why responsibility looks different for us, why delegating is so hard and how even when things go well our brains...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Event planning with ADHD feels like walking on a tight rope with the weight of the world on your shoulders. In this episode, I talk about why responsibility looks different for us, why delegating is so hard and how even when things go well our brains focused on what we forgot instead of what went right. From stressing over the peaceful ceremony to realizing perfection isn’t the goal, this is a real look at the guilt, pressure and lessons learned when everything feels like it’s on you.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>429</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety,partyplanner,socialanxiety,wins</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 11-The Day That Got Away</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-the-day-that-got-away--67835015</link><description><![CDATA[If you ever want to know what time blindness looks like in real life…check out my Saturday “cleaning day”<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67835015</guid><pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2025 02:34:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67835015/podcast_episode_11.mp3" length="12535709" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>If you ever want to know what time blindness looks like in real life…check out my Saturday “cleaning day”</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[If you ever want to know what time blindness looks like in real life…check out my Saturday “cleaning day”<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>784</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adhd,anxiety,depression,timeblindness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 10-Imposter of the Year</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-imposter-of-the-year--67827410</link><description><![CDATA[I may not win awards, but if there’s a trophy for doubting myself while holding it all together, I’d probably still think I don’t deserve it!<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67827410</guid><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:02:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67827410/podcast_episode_10.mp3" length="8206070" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>I may not win awards, but if there’s a trophy for doubting myself while holding it all together, I’d probably still think I don’t deserve it!</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[I may not win awards, but if there’s a trophy for doubting myself while holding it all together, I’d probably still think I don’t deserve it!<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>513</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety,impostersyndrome,rejectionsensitivity</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 9-I survived</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-i-survived--67793030</link><description><![CDATA[Today’s episode isn’t about climbing mountains or escaping disasters—it’s about surviving the everyday chaos that tries to take us down. From battling an inbox that multiplied overnight to wrangling pets, juggling work, and trying not to lose my mind in the middle of it all, I’m sharing the raw, unfiltered version of what “survival” looks like in real life. Spoiler: it’s messy, it’s funny, and it’s proof that sometimes just making it through the week (couple days) is more than enough.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67793030</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 20:00:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67793030/podcast_episode_9.mp3" length="7745479" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Today’s episode isn’t about climbing mountains or escaping disasters—it’s about surviving the everyday chaos that tries to take us down. From battling an inbox that multiplied overnight to wrangling pets, juggling work, and trying not to lose my mind...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Today’s episode isn’t about climbing mountains or escaping disasters—it’s about surviving the everyday chaos that tries to take us down. From battling an inbox that multiplied overnight to wrangling pets, juggling work, and trying not to lose my mind in the middle of it all, I’m sharing the raw, unfiltered version of what “survival” looks like in real life. Spoiler: it’s messy, it’s funny, and it’s proof that sometimes just making it through the week (couple days) is more than enough.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>485</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>burnout,depression,stress,survivor</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 8-What a Week! It's Only Monday?!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-what-a-week-it-s-only-monday--67773510</link><description><![CDATA[Sometimes Monday doesn’t just arrive quietly—it kicks the door in with a full week’s worth of chaos. In this episode, I’m taking off the mask and being real about what it feels like when life, work, and responsibilities all pile up at once. From juggling nonprofit grant invoicing to personal commitments, it’s already overwhelming, and we’re barely at the start of the week. If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning before the week even begins, this one’s for you. You’re not alone in the chaos, and sometimes just admitting “it’s too much” is the most honest step we can take.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67773510</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 20:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67773510/podcast_episode_8.mp3" length="7964072" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Sometimes Monday doesn’t just arrive quietly—it kicks the door in with a full week’s worth of chaos. In this episode, I’m taking off the mask and being real about what it feels like when life, work, and responsibilities all pile up at once. From...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Sometimes Monday doesn’t just arrive quietly—it kicks the door in with a full week’s worth of chaos. In this episode, I’m taking off the mask and being real about what it feels like when life, work, and responsibilities all pile up at once. From juggling nonprofit grant invoicing to personal commitments, it’s already overwhelming, and we’re barely at the start of the week. If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning before the week even begins, this one’s for you. You’re not alone in the chaos, and sometimes just admitting “it’s too much” is the most honest step we can take.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>498</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety,gottagetthroughthis,overwhelm</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 7-Letting Go of Perfect</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-letting-go-of-perfect--67759425</link><description><![CDATA[Perfection is a heavy mask to wear in this episode. Christina shares her raw and unfiltered journey of learning to accept imperfection. From motherhood as a single mom navigating divorce and shared custody to feeling like she’s been through every court in New York State, she reflects on the pressure to be flawless and the toll it takes. Through stories of resilience, struggle and hard won lessons, Christina shows why chasing perfection is a losing battle and how embracing our messy, imperfect selves is the truest form of strength.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67759425</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 20:00:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67759425/podcast_episode_7.mp3" length="10585512" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Perfection is a heavy mask to wear in this episode. Christina shares her raw and unfiltered journey of learning to accept imperfection. From motherhood as a single mom navigating divorce and shared custody to feeling like she’s been through every...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Perfection is a heavy mask to wear in this episode. Christina shares her raw and unfiltered journey of learning to accept imperfection. From motherhood as a single mom navigating divorce and shared custody to feeling like she’s been through every court in New York State, she reflects on the pressure to be flawless and the toll it takes. Through stories of resilience, struggle and hard won lessons, Christina shows why chasing perfection is a losing battle and how embracing our messy, imperfect selves is the truest form of strength.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>662</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety,lettinggo,perfection</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 6-Cleaning, Chaos &amp; McDonald's Fries</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-cleaning-chaos-mcdonald-s-fries--67754002</link><description><![CDATA[From cleaning one bathroom to trimming cat nails, running errands with my daughter, battling a clogged vacuum, making pizza, and ending the night with Stewart’s and McDonald’s — this was my so-called “cleaning day.” The house isn’t spotless, but the memories with my daughter are what matter most.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67754002</guid><pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2025 20:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67754002/podcast_episode_6.mp3" length="6635380" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>From cleaning one bathroom to trimming cat nails, running errands with my daughter, battling a clogged vacuum, making pizza, and ending the night with Stewart’s and McDonald’s — this was my so-called “cleaning day.” The house isn’t spotless, but the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[From cleaning one bathroom to trimming cat nails, running errands with my daughter, battling a clogged vacuum, making pizza, and ending the night with Stewart’s and McDonald’s — this was my so-called “cleaning day.” The house isn’t spotless, but the memories with my daughter are what matter most.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>415</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adhd,distractions,family,motherdaughterbond</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>When the Mask Falls, My Mom's Story-Episode 5</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-the-mask-falls-my-mom-s-story-episode-5--67740083</link><description><![CDATA[In this deeply personal episode, I share the story of losing my mom to suicide and the impact it has had on my life. Suicide prevention week may be ending, but the conversation can’t stop here. I talk about the importance of awareness, compassion, and checking in on the people, we love not just this week but every day this isn’t just about loss it’s about honoring my mom‘s life who she was and the lessons I carry forward.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67740083</guid><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2025 20:00:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67740083/podcast_episode_5.mp3" length="9167794" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this deeply personal episode, I share the story of losing my mom to suicide and the impact it has had on my life. Suicide prevention week may be ending, but the conversation can’t stop here. I talk about the importance of awareness, compassion, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this deeply personal episode, I share the story of losing my mom to suicide and the impact it has had on my life. Suicide prevention week may be ending, but the conversation can’t stop here. I talk about the importance of awareness, compassion, and checking in on the people, we love not just this week but every day this isn’t just about loss it’s about honoring my mom‘s life who she was and the lessons I carry forward.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>573</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>suicide,suicideawareness,suicideprevention</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 4-Depression</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-depression--67725185</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, I open up about my personal journey with depression—the fear of diagnosis, the judgment, and the loss of control that comes with it. I share what functional depression looks like in my daily life, from struggling to get out of bed to hiding tears in long showers. I talk about the weight of people saying “you got this” when sometimes I really don’t, and the silent battles behind appearing like I’m holding it all together. You’ll also hear about different types of depression, coping mechanisms that help me push through, and resources for getting help. My hope is to remind anyone listening that they’re not alone, and it’s okay to reach out.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67725185</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 20:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67725185/podcast_episode_4.mp3" length="9396836" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, I open up about my personal journey with depression—the fear of diagnosis, the judgment, and the loss of control that comes with it. I share what functional depression looks like in my daily life, from struggling to get out of bed to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, I open up about my personal journey with depression—the fear of diagnosis, the judgment, and the loss of control that comes with it. I share what functional depression looks like in my daily life, from struggling to get out of bed to hiding tears in long showers. I talk about the weight of people saying “you got this” when sometimes I really don’t, and the silent battles behind appearing like I’m holding it all together. You’ll also hear about different types of depression, coping mechanisms that help me push through, and resources for getting help. My hope is to remind anyone listening that they’re not alone, and it’s okay to reach out.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>588</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>depression</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 3-ADHD</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-adhd--67697934</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of When the Mask Falls, Christina opens up about how living with ADHD, anxiety, and rejection sensitivity disorder impacts her relationships. She shares the joy and grounding bond with her daughter, the empathy that makes coworkers feel like family, and the guilt of always giving but struggling with reciprocation.<br /><br />She also digs into the ADHD side—how her brain fog, social anxiety, and hyper-sensitivity twist simple things like eye contact, canceled plans, or conversations into exhausting battles. Through humor and honesty, Christina reveals the unseen challenges and small victories of building connections while navigating ADHD.<br /><br />This is an episode for anyone who has ever felt “too much” or “not enough” in their relationships—and proof that you’re not alone!<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67697934</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 20:00:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67697934/podcast_episode_3.mp3" length="23237972" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of When the Mask Falls, Christina opens up about how living with ADHD, anxiety, and rejection sensitivity disorder impacts her relationships. She shares the joy and grounding bond with her daughter, the empathy that makes coworkers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of When the Mask Falls, Christina opens up about how living with ADHD, anxiety, and rejection sensitivity disorder impacts her relationships. She shares the joy and grounding bond with her daughter, the empathy that makes coworkers feel like family, and the guilt of always giving but struggling with reciprocation.<br /><br />She also digs into the ADHD side—how her brain fog, social anxiety, and hyper-sensitivity twist simple things like eye contact, canceled plans, or conversations into exhausting battles. Through humor and honesty, Christina reveals the unseen challenges and small victories of building connections while navigating ADHD.<br /><br />This is an episode for anyone who has ever felt “too much” or “not enough” in their relationships—and proof that you’re not alone!<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1453</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adhd,copingskills,timemanagement</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 2-Anxiety-</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-anxiety--67697425</link><description><![CDATA[Anxiety isn’t just worrying. It’s the racing heart before a speech, the brain fog that blanks you out mid-conversation, the shudder that runs through your body when no one else notices.<br /><br />In this episode of When the Mask Falls, Christina shares what anxiety really feels like—through the lens of her Rotary Changeover Dinner, where she stepped into a leadership role while fighting an invisible battle inside. From blanking out at the podium to struggling with eye contact in everyday conversations, she opens up about the exhausting ways anxiety shows up in leadership, work, and social life.<br /><br />Christina also shares practical strategies that help her cope and reminds listeners that showing up, even while afraid, is its own kind of strength.<br /><br />If you’ve ever felt like you’re fighting storms no one else can see, this episode will remind you: you’re not broken, you’re not weak, and you’re not alone.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67697425</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 20:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67697425/podcast_episode_2.mp3" length="11147249" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Anxiety isn’t just worrying. It’s the racing heart before a speech, the brain fog that blanks you out mid-conversation, the shudder that runs through your body when no one else notices.

In this episode of When the Mask Falls, Christina shares what...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Anxiety isn’t just worrying. It’s the racing heart before a speech, the brain fog that blanks you out mid-conversation, the shudder that runs through your body when no one else notices.<br /><br />In this episode of When the Mask Falls, Christina shares what anxiety really feels like—through the lens of her Rotary Changeover Dinner, where she stepped into a leadership role while fighting an invisible battle inside. From blanking out at the podium to struggling with eye contact in everyday conversations, she opens up about the exhausting ways anxiety shows up in leadership, work, and social life.<br /><br />Christina also shares practical strategies that help her cope and reminds listeners that showing up, even while afraid, is its own kind of strength.<br /><br />If you’ve ever felt like you’re fighting storms no one else can see, this episode will remind you: you’re not broken, you’re not weak, and you’re not alone.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>697</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>anxiety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>When the Mask Falls-Episode 1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-the-mask-falls-episode-1--67696614</link><description><![CDATA[In this first episode, Christina shares the story behind starting When the Mask Falls—a podcast born out of the messy middle of living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and rejection sensitivity disorder.<br /><br />She opens up about the masks she’s worn in leadership and life, from appearing confident in boardrooms while secretly battling panic, to the daily struggles of unfinished chores, spiraling thoughts, and the constant weight of self-doubt.<br /><br />This episode sets the tone for what’s ahead: honest stories, unfiltered reflections, and real conversations about the tension between striving to lead and fighting private battles.<br /><br />If you’ve ever felt like you’re faking it on the outside while crumbling inside, this episode is for you!<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67696614</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 02:09:24 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67696614/podcast_episode_1.mp3" length="8867700" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Christina DeLorenzo</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this first episode, Christina shares the story behind starting When the Mask Falls—a podcast born out of the messy middle of living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and rejection sensitivity disorder.

She opens up about the masks she’s worn in...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this first episode, Christina shares the story behind starting When the Mask Falls—a podcast born out of the messy middle of living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and rejection sensitivity disorder.<br /><br />She opens up about the masks she’s worn in leadership and life, from appearing confident in boardrooms while secretly battling panic, to the daily struggles of unfinished chores, spiraling thoughts, and the constant weight of self-doubt.<br /><br />This episode sets the tone for what’s ahead: honest stories, unfiltered reflections, and real conversations about the tension between striving to lead and fighting private battles.<br /><br />If you’ve ever felt like you’re faking it on the outside while crumbling inside, this episode is for you!<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-the-mask-falls--6734279/support</a>.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>555</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adhd,anxiety,burnout,depression,leadership,mentalhealth,rejectionsensitivitydisorder</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18f175654646e010df6faabbdd8dd5aa.jpg"/><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
