So many ADHD women are praised for being capable — dependable, reliable, the one who figures things out when others don’t.

And yet, there’s a form of burnout that hides inside that role.

In this episode, we will slow down a pattern many high-functioning women live inside without fully seeing — one that often looks successful on the outside while quietly draining the nervous system over time.

We will explore how this pattern shows up in everyday life, why it can become heavier even when nothing appears to be “wrong,” and what begins to change once you recognize it for what it is.

This conversation isn’t about doing less, quitting everything, or losing the parts of you that are competent and capable.

It’s about understanding the cost of always being the one who holds it together — and why your body may be asking for something different now.

If you’ve ever wondered why you’re exhausted despite doing everything “right,” this episode will speak to you.

—CHAPTERS—

00:00 Introduction: The Hidden Burnout

01:11 Welcome to the Podcast

01:53 Personal Experience: Being the Capable One

05:26 The Cost of Overextending

08:14 Recognizing Burnout Signs

10:35 Strategies to Avoid Burnout

19:51 Empowering Others: Delegating Tasks

25:28 Conclusion and Call to Action

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