🎙️ Episode 6: My Boss Thinks I’m Lazy, But I Have ADHD

Written By Taylor Garff

Published: 4.10.25
Duration: 4 Minutes
Category: Mental Health, ADHD, Workplace

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📝 Episode Summary

If you’ve ever stared at a task for hours, felt overwhelmed by a simple to-do list, or had performance reviews that made you want to scream—you might be navigating the world with an ADHD brain. In this episode, we break down what executive dysfunction really looks like, why shame thrives in neurodivergent workplaces, and how to start rewriting the lazy narrative with truth and self-compassion.

✨ You’ll Learn:

  • What executive dysfunction actually feels like (it’s not laziness)

  • Why ADHD and the modern workplace are a terrible match

  • How to start advocating for accommodations and self-trust

🧠 Try This After You Listen:

Write down one task you’ve been avoiding. Instead of blaming yourself, ask: What barrier might be making this feel impossible? Try changing your environment, using a body double, or setting a two-minute timer.

Taylor Garff https://Innerhearttherapy.org
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