The ‘Hindered Genius’ of ADHD: When you can write a book but lose your keys

12/06/2025 25 min Episodio 220
The ‘Hindered Genius’ of ADHD: When you can write a book but lose your keys

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Episode Synopsis

Ever felt like you can run a team, lead a business, or write a book - yet somehow can’t manage to return a library book or put your laundry away?
In this episode of Pause Purpose Play, I’m digging into the hidden paradox so many women with ADHD face: outward success with chaos underneath the surface.

You’ll hear personal reflections and real client stories that reveal how executive dysfunction can sit alongside brilliance, not in opposition to it.
I’ll walk you through:


Why some of the smartest, most capable women struggle with the "simplest" tasks


The emotional toll of being misunderstood (by others and yourself)


How I approach ADHD assessments with both compassion and clinical conscientiousness


If you’ve ever wondered, “How can I be this competent and still feel like I can't do adulting?” - this one’s for you. Let’s explore what’s really going on beneath the surface, and why a deeper, more personalised understanding of ADHD can be a game changer...  because you can be smart and successful, and still ADHD. 

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