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There's a reason autistic people can experience burnout due to masking. [Image description: Honeydew explains masking to a friend. The comic is titled "Masking Job" and is made by Theresa Scovil. Panel 1: A friend happily asks Honeydew "Could you explain masking to me? I want to have a better understanding." Honeydew smiles. Panel 2: Honeydew says "Sure. Have you ever worked in retail?" The friend looks confused as they say "Yeah?" Panel 3: Honeydew says "Masking is like being in perpetual customer service mode." Panel 4: Honeydew continues. "You have to modify your behaviour to placate everyone around you to avoid reprimand." Panel 5: Honeydew goes on. "You also have to endure when you're uncomfortable. Any respite is often frowned upon." Panel 6: Honeydew finishes off by saying "Masking is like being an unpaid retail worker." The friend looks shocked as they say "Oh. Oh god."]