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You look successful. But inside, you're scrambling to hold it together. Trauma isn't just a history—it's shaping how your ADHD Entrepreneur brain fires today.
In This Episode:
Complex trauma's hidden impact on high-performing ADHD Entrepreneurs Nervous system reactions, meltdown triggers, and "masking" adulthood ADHD, trauma, and the myth of emotional dysregulationWhat You'll Take Away:
Looking put together often means you're suffering in private Emotional meltdowns aren't ADHD — they're your nervous system on overload Trauma is rarely one event — it's the drip, drip, drip of never measuring up Most clinicians miss the trauma-ADHD overlap — you pay the price Change starts with understanding your real triggers, not shaming your brainGUEST BIO
Patrick Murphy is a former Wall Street Journal executive turned mental health coach for high-performing Entrepreneurs. He built his startup after somatic work finally addressed the anxiety therapy never touched.www.murph.live
https://www.instagram.com/murph.live
https://open.spotify.com/show/3gkHa4yj8Ts8f6WczFRiGz?si=6986fc41cc704ded
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode of The Impulsive Thinker® drills into how trauma shapes your ADHD Entrepreneur brain. Patrick Murphy joins The Impulsive Thinker® to rip apart "being put together" and the emotional cost underneath. They unpack nervous system triggers, childhood wiring, and why most experts miss the real overlap between trauma and ADHD. If you're grinding through perfectionism, anxiety, or emotional blowups others can't see — this is your playbook. Built for every ADHD Entrepreneur who feels like the black sheep. Stop blaming yourself — press play if you're done with shame and ready to see the difference.Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
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00:00 The Hidden Struggles of High Achievers
04:57 Understanding Trauma and Its Impact
09:30 The Nervous System and Emotional Responses
14:26 ADHD and Trauma: Unpacking the Connection
18:56 Navigating Emotional Dysregulation
23:48 Finding Help and Healing
© 2025 The Impulsive Thinker®. All rights reserved. The Impulsive Thinker® and ADHD Simplified® are registered trademarks of Objective Engineering Inc.
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You didn't burn out. You just finally called your own bluff. The diagnosis isn't the story — what you do after it is.
In This Episode:
Why the ADHD diagnosis is just a moment — the real story starts after Owning your triggers before things go nuclear in business and life Why awareness without action is useless for ADHD EntrepreneursWhat You'll Take Away:
Labeling yourself isn't progress — changing your actions is Spotting the small triggers stops the big explosions ADHD isn't your personality — it's wiring, not a headline No system or diagnosis fixes you unless you use it The world won't change for your brain. You work with it, or you drownABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode The Impulsive Thinker® breaks down what really happens after getting an ADHD diagnosis as an Entrepreneur. The Impulsive Thinker® shares why knowing you have ADHD isn't enough — it's what you do next that matters. Triggers, ownership, emotional outbursts, and responsibility land hard. Raw details show how easy it is to hide behind the label, or to use awareness as an excuse not to act. This hits every ADHD Entrepreneur fed up with empty talk and ready for something real. Still using society's measuring stick? Hit play — this is for you.Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
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00:00 The Journey Beyond Diagnosis
02:51 Understanding Triggers and Emotional Regulation
05:40 The Misconceptions of ADHD and Identity
08:26 Navigating Life with ADHD: Strategies and Insights
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You never fit in — and you're tired of pretending. The Impulsive Thinker® and Cassandra Morari rip into what really changes, and what doesn't, after an ADHD diagnosis. No sugarcoating. Just truth.
In This Episode:
What actually shifts for ADHD Entrepreneurs after diagnosis The difference between explaining your needs and hiding behind labels Building real systems versus fake "fitting in"What You'll Take Away:
ADHD is not the problem — society's measuring stick is Constant communication isn't just customer service, it's survival Emotional blowups come from old triggers, not your wiring Being direct isn't rude, it's efficient (and saves your business) Fit in by owning how your brain really works — not by advertising your labelABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode is about what changes after an ADHD diagnosis — and what doesn't. The Impulsive Thinker® and Cassandra Morari take apart the diagnosis moment, the real emotional aftermath, and the hard-won systems that actually work for ADHD Entrepreneurs. You'll hear raw conversations about emotional regulation, ditching fake labels, setting up processes that are honest for how your brain functions, and why "fitting in" is the wrong goal. The Impulsive Thinker® spells out how self-awareness, clear communication, and refusing to waste time on acceptance are edge strategies for neurodiverse entrepreneurs. If you're tired of being told to work harder or fit a broken mold — you need to press play.Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
GUEST BIO
Cassandra Morari is an ADHD brain and COO at The Rack, a Saskatchewan family ag-business. She knows small town. She knows family business. And she's been masking her brain for years.www.therackonline.com
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00:00 Understanding ADHD: A Personal Journey
03:15 The Impact of Diagnosis on Life and Work
06:02 Emotional Dysregulation and Self-Awareness
11:33 Building Systems for Success
14:34 Social Connections and Acceptance
19:26 Embracing Uniqueness and Ownership
© 2025 The Impulsive Thinker®. All rights reserved. The Impulsive Thinker® and ADHD Simplified® are registered trademarks of Objective Engineering Inc.
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You don't need a therapist or a coach. You probably need both — just not at the same time. If your head feels like a storm, this episode will make it clear what gets you out and what keeps you stuck.
In This Episode:
The raw difference between ADHD therapy and ADHD coaching Why healing has to come before executing for ADHD Entrepreneurs What makes therapy and coaching legit — or dangerousWhat You'll Take Away:
Therapy is about healing the past and stabilizing your present. Coaching is about taking action for the future. ADHD Entrepreneurs can't coach their way out of a storm they haven't calmed. A legit coach or therapist wants you to need them less — not more. Coaching programs are training, not regulated education. If the storm is still raging, coaching isn't what you need.ABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode of The Impulsive Thinker® breaks down the real difference between ADHD therapy and ADHD coaching. The Impulsive Thinker® asks exactly when each one matters — and what happens when coaches act like therapists and vice versa. Licensing. Ethics. Training. ADHD, entrepreneurship, and neurodivergent brains get pulled apart with real-world stakes. The conversation hits what coaching can — and cannot — fix.If you're stuck processing the past, coaching won't get you out. Therapy is for the storm. Coaching is for calm seas and future action. Every ADHD Entrepreneur gets this question wrong — until everything blows up.
This one's for the ADHD Entrepreneur frustrated by stalled progress. If you're ready to see why action isn't always the answer, smash play.
Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
www.northstartcc.com
Books by Mariah
The DBT Skills Workbook for Adult ADHD, with Scott Spradlin (2026, New Harbinger)
https://a.co/d/0enSKylP
You might also be interested in: 🤔 ADHD Entrepreneur Blocked by Emotions? Get Unstuck Now! | Dr. Alexandra Philipsen | EP235
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00:00 Understanding the Roles: Therapist vs. Coach
07:05 Navigating the Storm: When to Seek Therapy First
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You don't need healing. You need results. Therapy and coaching aren't the same for ADHD Entrepreneurs — and most people are still getting it wrong.
In This Episode:
The real differences between ADHD coaching and therapy Why therapy tackles the past and coaching builds execution When coaching won't work — and why therapy comes firstWhat You'll Take Away:
Coaching isn't for everyone, especially if depression or past trauma is in play ADHD therapy is about stabilizing, not fixing a "broken" brain Licensing matters — coaches can't diagnose, therapists can Both paths can work together, but the order matters Bad coaching ignores emotional paralysis — that's therapy territoryGUEST BIO
Mariah Spradlin is an ADHD therapist, coach, and co-author of the Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills Workbook for Adult ADHD. She gets the ADHD Entrepreneur struggle — because she lives it herself.www.northstartcc.com
Books by Mariah
The DBT Skills Workbook for Adult ADHD, with Scott Spradlin (2026, New Harbinger)
https://a.co/d/0enSKylP
You might also be interested in: 🤔 ADHD Entrepreneur Blocked by Emotions? Get Unstuck Now! | Dr. Alexandra Philipsen | EP235
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
The Impulsive Thinker® brings on Mariah Spradlin to draw a hard line between ADHD coaching and therapy. They cut past the feel-good talk. This one is straight about what actually works for real ADHD Entrepreneurs.ADHD, entrepreneurship, therapy vs. coaching, diagnosis, and execution — all on the table. Mariah Spradlin and The Impulsive Thinker® talk about why therapy isn't just for healing, and why coaching only works if the emotional storms are already calmed.
The episode digs into licensing, insurance, executive function, and why emotional paralysis can kill progress faster than any lack of strategy. Hear the real reasons why coaching fails for some, and how the two can work side by side — but only if the foundations are solid.
If you keep switching between coaches and therapists — or wonder which you need — this episode is for you. ADHD entrepreneurs who are tired of hearing they're broken, listen up. Hit play if you're ready for the truth.
Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
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00:00 Introduction to ADHD Coaching and Therapy
01:37 Understanding the Roles: Therapist vs. Coach
04:10 The Process of Therapy vs. Coaching
09:52 Healing vs. Execution: Different Approaches
15:42 When Therapy is Necessary Before Coaching
19:03 Expectations in Therapy vs. Coaching
23:56 The Importance of Self-Understanding and Growth
© 2025 The Impulsive Thinker®. All rights reserved. The Impulsive Thinker® and ADHD Simplified® are registered trademarks of Objective Engineering Inc.
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You've always been called the troublemaker. Turns out, you were the only one asking the real questions. The Impulsive Thinker® finally rips open his own pre-diagnosis story — raw, unfiltered, and loud.
In This Episode:
Why questioning the rules gets you labelled a problem — at home, school, and in business The real difference between ADHD brains and society's expectations What a late ADHD diagnosis actually feels like for an entrepreneurWhat You'll Take Away:
Trouble doesn't always mean troublemaker — sometimes it means you're the only one paying attention Most of your childhood "problems" were social — not intellectual or behavioural ADHD is not the deficit — it's how everyone else reacts to your brain Getting a diagnosis isn't relief at first — it means rewriting everything you believed about yourself Questioning authority as an ADHD Entrepreneur isn't defiance — it's survivalABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode of The Impulsive Thinker® is a raw look at the ADHD Entrepreneur experience before diagnosis. The Impulsive Thinker® shares how persistent questioning and nonconformity make life harder — not because of the brain, but because of society's measuring stick. The conversation covers social rejection, manufactured chaos, and why neurodivergent Entrepreneurs get punished for needing clarity. Hear what it's really like to go from believing you're broken to realizing ADHD is just a different operating system. This one's for every ADHD Entrepreneur who's ever been told to sit down and shut up. This episode will remind you: the problem isn't your brain — it's theirs.Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
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00:00 The Journey of a Troublemaker
04:04 Understanding ADHD and Diagnosis
06:57 Reflecting on the Past and Self-Acceptance
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You didn't burn your business down. You got bored — and nobody told you why. The Impulsive Thinker® finally digs into his own ADHD story. If you never fit in, this episode is for you.
In This Episode:
Why masking and not fitting in hits hardest for ADHD Entrepreneurs
How boredom and conformity kill the drive to build and create
What happens when you mistake ADHD for being a "bad person"What You'll Take Away:
Not fitting in is the baseline for ADHD Entrepreneurs — not a problem to fix
Masking starts young and scars deep, but doesn't erase who you are
Boredom triggers chaos — your brain blows things up to feel something
ADHD isn't the problem. It's the world's refusal to bend that breaks you.
Diagnosing ADHD late means years of thinking you're the issueGUEST BIO
Cassandra Morari is an ADHD brain and COO at The Rock, a Saskatchewan family ag-business. She knows small town. She knows family business. And she's been masking her brain for years.www.therackonline.com
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode of The Impulsive Thinker® tears the mask off the host's own ADHD Entrepreneur experience. No fluff. Cassandra Morari asks the questions nobody's put to The Impulsive Thinker® before — what did pre-diagnosis really look like?From growing up the oddball in a rural Catholic town to blowing up career moves out of boredom, The Impulsive Thinker® walks through decades of fitting everywhere but belonging nowhere. They hit on real ADHD challenges — masking, rejection, internalized blame, and how boredom and novelty drive business decisions.
The Impulsive Thinker® explains that ADHD isn't the enemy. The problem is being forced to run on "society's measuring stick" instead of your own operating system. The worst damage isn't business chaos — it's the belief that your brain is broken.
This episode is built for ADHD Entrepreneurs who know being different isn't a marketing slogan. If you're sick of pretending to fit in, hit play now.
Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
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00:00 Introduction to Cassandra Morari and ADHD
03:02 Exploring André's Early Life and ADHD Awareness
05:38 Navigating School Life with ADHD
08:26 Friendships and Social Dynamics in School
11:26 University Experience and Finding Acceptance
14:15 Parenting and Social Challenges Today
17:16 Career Journey and Entrepreneurial Spirit
19:37 Navigating Workplace Relationships and Misunderstandings
22:45 The Journey of Self-Discovery and ADHD Awareness
28:57 Understanding ADHD: Stigma and Acceptance
34:12 Embracing Uniqueness and Building Confidence
© 2025 The Impulsive Thinker®. All rights reserved. The Impulsive Thinker® and ADHD Simplified® are registered trademarks of Objective Engineering Inc.
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She thought she was losing her mind. Turns out menopause crashed her systems and ADHD was under it all. The world doesn't care—it just calls you unreliable.
In This Episode:
What happens when menopause wipes out the ADHD coping strategies you didn't know you had Society's double standard for women with ADHD in the workplace Judgment, masking, and why the world still won't adapt even when you doWhat You'll Take Away:
Fumbling at work wasn't dementia—it was hormonal change unmasking ADHD Discipline and willpower were just a side effect of estrogen, not character Getting an ADHD diagnosis delivers knowledge, not instant relief No one told women what menopause would really do—least of all to ADHD brains Judgment from others doesn't stop just because you know what's going onABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode of The Impulsive Thinker® hits hard on what happens when menopause throws ADHD Entrepreneurs off their game. Vicki Noels-Cornish's lived experience forces a real look at hormonal shifts, lost coping strategies, and brutal workplace consequences. ADHD, entrepreneurship, and menopause—the hidden connections get called out.
Forget the standard clinical talk. The Impulsive Thinker® lays out the raw realities for neurodivergent women in business. It's a "blame the woman" world—ADHD burnout, masking, and societal expectations come into sharp focus.
Loss of self, job risks, and the weight of judgment aren't just talking points here—they're lived experience. Menopause and ADHD collide, and nobody warned you what that wreck would look like.
This is for ADHD Entrepreneurs running the show on fumes, blamed for every crack in the facade, and tired of pretending. If your brain's dropped the ball and the world called you broken, hit play.
Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
Follow Vicki
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCompanyYOU
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecompanyyou_vicki
X: https://x.com/thecompanyYOU
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00:00 Understanding Menopause and ADHD
02:47 The Impact of Societal Expectations on Women
05:32 Navigating Identity and Judgment
08:19 Vicki's Journey and Key Takeaways
© 2025 The Impulsive Thinker®. All rights reserved. The Impulsive Thinker® and ADHD Simplified® are registered trademarks of Objective Engineering Inc.
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You kept all the balls in the air for decades. Then menopause hit. Now your ADHD brain drops every one — and everyone around you thinks you just stopped caring. This episode is that conversation nobody has in public.
In This Episode:
Why menopause pushes ADHD symptoms into crisis mode The stigma ADHD Entrepreneur women face — from their own heads and everyone else Judgement, masking, and why "having it all together" is a lieWhat You'll Take Away:
Menopause can expose every workaround an ADHD Entrepreneur built Forgetfulness, brain fog, and spiral thinking aren't failures — they're neurology and biology at war Stigma sticks hardest when you look like you "had it all together" until now Most women think they're the only ones falling apart — they aren't High achiever wiring compounds judgement — internally and externallyGUEST BIO
Vicki Noels-Cornish is the founder of The Company U. She's an ADHD brain, people development consultant, and Colby-certified advisor advocating for new ways to work, especially for women who don't fit society's measuring stick.Follow Vicki
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCompanyYOU
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecompanyyou_vicki
X: https://x.com/thecompanyYOU
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode of The Impulsive Thinker® rips the lid off menopause and ADHD inside the Entrepreneur world. Vicki Noels-Cornish walks through exactly what happens when your old playbook stops working.ADHD, entrepreneurship, masking, and menopause collide in raw detail. The Impulsive Thinker® doesn't let go until all the ugly stigma, judgement, and self-doubt are out in the open.
The discussion breaks apart why ADHD Entrepreneur women get blindsided by menopause and a lifetime of high achiever masking. Forget the clinical stuff — this one's about the real-life meltdowns nobody's talking about.
This matters because you're not losing your edge — your biology and neurology just hit a new level of chaos. Every system you built to survive the grind won't save you here.
If you've ever lost track of reality, felt judged for being "too much," or got told you dropped the ball after years of keeping it all together — listen now.
Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
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00:00 Navigating ADHD and Menopause
04:22 The Impact of Hormonal Changes on ADHD
09:16 Understanding the 'Rabbit Hole' of ADHD
13:53 Societal Stigmas and Expectations
18:05 Finding Support and Community
© 2025 The Impulsive Thinker®. All rights reserved. The Impulsive Thinker® and ADHD Simplified® are registered trademarks of Objective Engineering Inc.
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You didn't fail at being "a good girl." The standard was impossible from the start. ADHD women spend their whole lives playing a game they can't win—then get blamed for losing.
In This Episode:
The real history and weight of ADHD stigma for women and girls How perfectionism and impossible standards mask real ADHD needs Why internalized shame hits harder than ignorance or bias from othersWhat You'll Take Away:
Society doesn't just misunderstand ADHD in women. It makes girls punish themselves for it. Perfectionism is a survival tool when the rules were never built for you. Masking breaks down—often right when life gets hardest. The ADHD entrepreneur brain isn't flawed. It just doesn't fit society's measuring stick. Owning your difference is survival, not selfishness.ABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode of The Impulsive Thinker® cuts into ADHD stigma for women in entrepreneurship to expose where internalized shame does the most damage.The episode drills into expectations of perfection, masking, and why so many ADHD Entrepreneur women feel broken before they even get a diagnosis. Social norms demand women do everything effortlessly—plus mask every ADHD trait. That pressure erases real identities.
André rips into how these standards lead to losing track of who you are. Perfection, masking, and chasing what others want cost ADHD entrepreneurs time, confidence, and mental health.
If you're sick of being told you're failing someone else's test, this one's for you. Listen close—because no one wins by playing by rules made to keep you out.
Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
Books by Dr. Hinshaw
The Triple Bind: Saving Our Teenage Girls from Today's Pressures and Conflicting Expectations - https://www.amazon.ca/Triple-Bind-Pressures-Conflicting-Expectations/dp/0345504003
The ADHD Explosion: Myths, Medication, Money, and Today's Push for Performance - https://www.amazon.ca/ADHD-Explosion-Medication-Todays-Performance/dp/0199790558/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0
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00:00 The Cost of Being a Good Girl
02:37 Stigma and Psychological Branding
05:07 Perfectionism and Societal Expectations
07:51 Empowerment and Ownership for Women
© 2025 The Impulsive Thinker®. All rights reserved. The Impulsive Thinker® and ADHD Simplified® are registered trademarks of Objective Engineering Inc.
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What did being a "good girl" cost you? Stigma isn't a buzzword — it keeps ADHD women silent, unseen, untreated. The Impulsive Thinker® and Dr. Stephen Hinshaw rip into why society still isn't catching ADHD in girls — and what it's costing all of us.
In This Episode:
Why stigma around ADHD is more than social — it's internalized and impacts diagnosis for women How impossible "good girl" expectations push masking, burnout, and depression The role of social media in both exposing and worsening ADHD stigmaWhat You'll Take Away:
Increased awareness doesn't erase stigma. It just teaches stereotypes. ADHD women are forced to mask and self-stigmatize to survive Societal expectations for women still demand compassion, competition, and perfection — all at once ADHD is misread as laziness or bad behaviour unless you fit the male stereotype TikTok and algorithm trends are fuelling misinformation and overdiagnosisGUEST BIO
Dr. Stephen Hinshaw is a psychology professor at UC Berkeley and UC San Francisco. He led the largest long-term study of girls with ADHD, rewriting what we know about women's ADHD and why it matters right now.www.hinshawlab.berkeley.edu
Books by Dr. Hinshaw
The Triple Bind: Saving Our Teenage Girls from Today's Pressures and Conflicting Expectations - https://www.amazon.ca/Triple-Bind-Pressures-Conflicting-Expectations/dp/0345504003
The ADHD Explosion: Myths, Medication, Money, and Today's Push for Performance - https://www.amazon.ca/ADHD-Explosion-Medication-Todays-Performance/dp/0199790558/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode of The Impulsive Thinker® exposes how stigma trains girls and women with ADHD to hide — not seek help. The Impulsive Thinker® talks with Dr. Stephen Hinshaw, a leading ADHD and stigma researcher.They break down the triple bind: perfection, nurturing, achievement. ADHD women can't win, so they mask harder and break sooner. The cost? Crushed self-worth, missed diagnoses, and internalized shame.
This isn't about awareness — it's about how false expectations get under your skin and block your growth as an ADHD Entrepreneur. Social media plays both sides: validation and a tidal wave of noise. Real stakes, real impact.
If you feel like you're faking it to "pass" and burning out anyway — you need this episode.
Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
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00:00 Understanding Stigma and Its Origins
08:38 The Triple Bind: Societal Expectations on Women
18:52 The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health
23:46 Navigating ADHD and Gender Dynamics
© 2025 The Impulsive Thinker®. All rights reserved. The Impulsive Thinker® and ADHD Simplified® are registered trademarks of Objective Engineering Inc.
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You keep your head down, play nice, and still get steamrolled by everyone else's expectations. ADHD isn't the problem — it's the world that ignores how you operate. The Impulsive Thinker® and Dr. Stephen Hinshaw call out what everyone else misses about masking, silence, and the cost of being invisible.
In This Episode:
ADHD in women and girls — what masking really costs The hidden dangers of suffering in silence Research-backed risks that follow when nobody noticesWhat You'll Take Away:
Masking is survival, but it comes at a brutal personal cost For women and girls with ADHD, problems snowball until they're unavoidable Suffering in silence leads to real-world risks — including mental health and relationships Negative outcomes aren't fate when the right support shows up One or two people who "get it" can turn everything aroundABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode of The Impulsive Thinker® puts a spotlight on ADHD in women and girls, breaking down the silent damage masking causes. The Impulsive Thinker® pushes the conversation past clichés to show how suffering in silence compounds over years. Real data, not empty reassurance — everything discussed has lived experience and research behind it. If you've been told you're not trying hard enough, or if hiding has become your norm, this is why it matters in your business and life. Built for ADHD entrepreneurs tired of invisible struggles. Hit play and hear what nobody else is saying.Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
Books by Dr. Hinshaw
The Triple Bind: Saving Our Teenage Girls from Today's Pressures and Conflicting Expectations - https://www.amazon.ca/Triple-Bind-Pressures-Conflicting-Expectations/dp/0345504003
The ADHD Explosion: Myths, Medication, Money, and Today's Push for Performance - https://www.amazon.ca/ADHD-Explosion-Medication-Todays-Performance/dp/0199790558/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0
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00:00 Understanding ADHD in Women and Girls
05:04 The Impact of Masking and Societal Expectations
06:23 Changing Trajectories and Finding Support
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What if your "train wreck" 20s and 30s weren't failure at all — just everyone missing your ADHD diagnosis? The Impulsive Thinker® and Dr. Stephen Hinshaw destroy the old stereotypes on women, masking, and why success leaves so many suffering in silence.
In This Episode:
What decades-long studies of girls with ADHD actually reveal How masking, missed signs, and stigma sabotage real ADHD Entrepreneur strengths Why negative outcomes are high risk — but not destinyWhat You'll Take Away:
ADHD in women is missed, not rare — the classic "boy" symptoms don't fit Depression, self-injury, and unplanned chaos spike when diagnosis and support come late Masking isn't resilience — it's losing yourself because fitting in means survival Early signs in girls are spacey, scattered, "lazy," not loud or disruptive Real friends and strategic support matter more than popularity or the perfect imageGUEST BIO
Dr. Stephen Hinshaw is a psychology professor at UC Berkeley and UC San Francisco. He led the largest long-term study of girls with ADHD, rewriting what we know about women's ADHD and why it matters right now.www.hinshawlab.berkeley.edu
Books by Dr. Hinshaw
The Triple Bind: Saving Our Teenage Girls from Today's Pressures and Conflicting Expectations - https://www.amazon.ca/Triple-Bind-Pressures-Conflicting-Expectations/dp/0345504003
The ADHD Explosion: Myths, Medication, Money, and Today's Push for Performance - https://www.amazon.ca/ADHD-Explosion-Medication-Todays-Performance/dp/0199790558/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
The Impulsive Thinker® sits down with Dr. Stephen Hinshaw to break down the real ADHD experience for neurodivergent women and Entrepreneurs. Hear why most research ignored girls and what that cost in missed diagnoses, shame, and chaos. The episode digs into masking, self-injury, unplanned life consequences, and why classic ADHD stereotypes hurt more than help. Resilience, masking, and entrepreneurial strengths are redefined — no fluff, just blunt reality. This is for ADHD Entrepreneurs sick of society's measuring stick and shallow advice. If your chaos was survival, not failure — hit play.Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
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00:00 Understanding ADHD in Women
03:56 The Longitudinal Study Insights
08:43 Consequences of Untreated ADHD
13:21 The Importance of Early Diagnosis
18:12 Masking and Societal Expectations
22:50 Finding Strengths and Coping Strategies
27:53 The Path Forward for Women with ADHD
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You don't have to obey every urge your ADHD brain throws at you. Most therapy wasn't built for your wiring. The Impulsive Thinker® breaks down DBT for ADHD Entrepreneurs — and why the system doesn't fit until the neurobiology lines up.
In This Episode:
Why standard DBT misses the mark for ADHD brains The power of not obeying your impulses in real time How a self-applied DBT workbook tackles emotional dysregulationWhat You'll Take Away:
DBT isn't broken — the system just ignores ADHD neurobiology Clinicians not trained in ADHD cause real gaps in support You don't need permission to start working on yourself now Emotional urgency feels urgent — but you can pause before reacting True results require hard, honest work and owning the black-and-white thinkingABOUT THIS EPISODE
This solo episode of The Impulsive Thinker® breaks down Scott Spradlin's approach to DBT for ADHD Entrepreneurs. The real question: What does it take to make therapy work for a brain that rejects most systems?The Impulsive Thinker® digs into DBT's structure and why clinicians miss the mark without ADHD-specific training. He calls out the giant gap — nobody answers, "Is it me or my ADHD?" and most systems ignore real neurobiology.
Key takeaways include why you don't have to obey every impulse, how crisis pressure tricks your brain, and what genuine self-directed work looks like for ADHD adults. No waiting for the right therapist, group, or diagnosis — start with the workbook now.
If you've been told to "just do the work," but nobody talks about the real pain behind it, this episode pulls no punches. ADHD Entrepreneurs ready to stop obeying every urge — this is your episode.
Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
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00:00 Understanding DBT and ADHD
02:40 The Importance of Neurobiology in Therapy
05:48 Self-Help and Empowerment through DBT
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Standard DBT isn't built for your ADHD brain. Structure, shame, and overwhelm — sound familiar? The Impulsive Thinker® and Scott Spradlin call out where therapy misses neurodivergent entrepreneurs.
In This Episode:
Where traditional DBT gets ADHD completely wrong Why shame and guilt dominate the ADHD Entrepreneur experience How DBT can finally work when tailored to your actual brainWhat You'll Take Away:
Regimen isn't the answer — acceptance and flexibility matter more ADHD Entrepreneurs fail therapy when therapy fails them "You don't have to obey your urges" — that one line changes everything Radical acceptance feels impossible when your brain's invalidated daily Structure must serve you, not the systemGUEST BIO
Scott Spradlin is a Kansas-based licensed counsellor and co-director at North Star TCC. He's co-authoring the first DBT Skills Workbook built for adult ADHD brains.www.wisemindwiselife.com
www.northstartcc.com
Books by Scott
The DBT Skills Workbook for Adult ADHD, with Mariah Spradlin (2026, New Harbinger)
Don't Let Your Emotions Run Your Life (2003, New Harbinger).
Follow Scott
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You might also be interested in: 🤔 ADHD Entrepreneur Blocked by Emotions? Get Unstuck Now! | Dr. Alexandra Philipsen | EP235
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode breaks down why classic DBT does not work for most ADHD Entrepreneurs. The Impulsive Thinker® challenges therapy frameworks with Scott Spradlin, who is rewriting DBT for real neurodivergent adults. They get specific about why structure and homework overload flop for ADHD brains. The conversation uncovers the guilt, shame, and endless "just try harder" messages pushed by society's measuring stick. They cover how adapted DBT flexes for ADHD — and why flexibility and radical acceptance are what actually help Entrepreneurs. If therapy has ever felt like another system built to kick you out, hit play now.Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
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00:00 Introduction to DBT and ADHD
02:36 Understanding the Shortcomings of Traditional DBT
05:27 Adapting DBT for ADHD: The Neurobiological Perspective
09:47 Balancing Structure and Flexibility in DBT
12:02 Validation vs. Shame in Therapy
12:55 The New DBT Workbook for ADHD Adults
17:09 Distress Tolerance and Radical Acceptance in ADHD
21:05 The Importance of Understanding ADHD in Therapy
23:27 Conclusion and Resources
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You keep doing everything yourself and wonder why nothing gets finished. ADHD isn't the problem—being measured by society's stick is. The Impulsive Thinker® gets real about why visionary brains stall and what's missing.
In This Episode:
The ADHD debate around medication and side effects
Why every visionary needs a finisher — and what happens without one
How belief from someone else actually changes outcomesWhat You'll Take Away:
Medication isn't one-size-fits-all—try it, then decide for yourself
Being both the idea generator and finisher is unsustainable for ADHD Entrepreneurs
Hiring finishers isn't a luxury—it's how your business gets built
You need people who see you and actually have faith in you
Society's measuring stick doesn't fit your brain—stop chasing itABOUT THIS EPISODE
This solo episode of The Impulsive Thinker® tackles ADHD Entrepreneur realities most won't admit. André Brisson challenges medication myths and the lost value of proper support in business.From medication attempts to building personal systems, ADHD entrepreneurs hear why staying unmedicated isn't always about stubbornness—it's about impact and brain wiring. Visionary thinking gets examined: The Impulsive Thinker® explains why execution fails when you don't have the right finisher beside you.
The grind, the lost steam, and the missed outcomes are real. André gets blunt about hiring and why society's measuring stick screws with your sense of progress. If you never had someone who saw you—and believed you—the episode speaks straight to you.
Built for ADHD Entrepreneurs fed up with the "do it all yourself" lie. Press play if you're done being measured by standards that aren't yours.
Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
This conversation was based on my Substack article: Still Putting Lipstick On A Pig - have a read!
You might also like: 🚫 ADHD Entrepreneur: Is Medication Fear Keeping You Stuck? | Dr. William Dodson | EP383
Dr. William Dodson is one of the first psychiatrists to focus on adult ADHD. His insights punch through the surface noise for real ADHD Entrepreneurs who want respect, not pity.🧠Check out the ADHD Simplified® online course - coming soon! Join the waitlist for a special discount!
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00:00 Navigating Medication and ADHD
02:33 The Visionary-Finisher Dynamic
05:33 The Importance of Support and Belief
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You can't fake being neurotypical. Meds might help, but systems matter more. If you're tired of hearing "just try harder," this is your episode.
In This Episode:
ADHD thought overwhelm and why "importance" gets you nowhere Personal systems vs. medication for managing ADHD distractions Why neurotypical standards set you up to failWhat You'll Take Away:
ADHD distraction isn't external — it's five conversations in your head at once Medication can help, but it's never one-size-fits-all Consistency only matters by your measuring stick, not society's Every ADHD Entrepreneur needs a "finisher" — vision alone doesn't build a business The mismatch is with society, not your brainABOUT THIS EPISODE
The Impulsive Thinker® questions the world's measuring stick for ADHD Entrepreneurs. Dr. Bill Dodson confronts what systems and medication actually can — and can't — do for the ADHD brain in business.They rip open "importance" and expose why urgency moves you — not to-do lists or neurotypical pressure. Partnership, awareness, and owning your difference run through every minute.
This isn't a pep talk. It's a breakdown of what works, what never will, and why you need to toss out everyone else's templates. The rules are different, and pretending otherwise keeps you stuck.
If playing by their rules is burning you out, hit play now.
Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
This conversation was based on my Substack article: Still Putting Lipstick On A Pig - have a read!
You might also like: 🚫 ADHD Entrepreneur: Is Medication Fear Keeping You Stuck? | Dr. William Dodson | EP383
GUEST BIO
Dr. William Dodson is one of the first psychiatrists to focus on adult ADHD. His insights punch through the surface noise for real ADHD Entrepreneurs who want respect, not pity.🧠Check out the ADHD Simplified® online course - coming soon! Join the waitlist for a special discount!
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00:00 The Role of Medication and Engagement in ADHD
00:46 Understanding ADHD: The Inner Distractions
02:03 Medication vs. Non-Medication Strategies
03:50 The Importance of Finding the Right Clinician
05:39 The Role of Medication in Managing ADHD
06:51 Unique Strengths of ADHD Minds
09:06 The Need for Advocacy and Support
11:09 Entrepreneurship and ADHD: A Unique Challenge
13:44 The Power of Diverse Teams
15:01 The Value of Coaching and Support
16:34 The Importance of Awareness in ADHD Management
20:04 The Role of a Cheerleader in ADHD Success
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ADHD isn't a superpower. It's not a deficit. The world is coded for the wrong operating system — and you're paying the price every day as an ADHD Entrepreneur.
In This Episode:
Smashed myths about superpower and deficit labels in ADHD
Why interest — not importance — drives ADHD Entrepreneurs
Society's measuring stick and how it warps your self-perceptionWhat You'll Take Away:
ADHD is a brain wiring difference — not your identity
School and business systems measure you against the wrong standards
Interest is a requirement for action, not a preference
Success depends on setting up your own measuring stick
The system isn't changing, so you build your own environmentABOUT THIS EPISODE
This solo episode of The Impulsive Thinker® tears down the "ADHD is a superpower" myth and sets the record straight. The Impulsive Thinker® exposes why labeling ADHD as better or worse misses the reality for neurodivergent Entrepreneurs. The episode covers how society's measuring stick punishes difference — and why interest, not importance, controls your motivation. André Brisson explains the impact on business, education, and personal identity for ADHD brains. These topics matter because the system isn't built for you, and you need tools to build your own way. If you're ready to stop apologizing — this episode tells you how.Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
This conversation was based on my Substack article: Still Putting Lipstick On A Pig - have a read!
You might also like: 🚫 ADHD Entrepreneur: Is Medication Fear Keeping You Stuck? | Dr. William Dodson | EP383
Dr. William Dodson is one of the first psychiatrists to focus on adult ADHD. His insights punch through the surface noise for real ADHD Entrepreneurs who want respect, not pity.🧠Check out the ADHD Simplified® online course - coming soon! Join the waitlist for a special discount!
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00:00 Debunking the ADHD Superpower Myth
02:54 Understanding ADHD as a Different Operating System
06:02 The Importance of Interest-Based Motivation
08:16 Creating a Personalized Measuring Stick
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Tired of "ADHD is a superpower" platitudes? So is The Impulsive Thinker®. This episode tears the mask off what holds ADHD Entrepreneurs back — and what drives them forward when the world has a problem with difference.
In This Episode:
ADHD strengths that matter in business (and why nobody talks about the cost) The myth of fitting into the neurotypical system — at school and at work What truly motivates and burns out ADHD EntrepreneursWhat You'll Take Away:
Lipstick-on-a-pig affirmations don't help ADHD Entrepreneurs — seeing the difference does The world runs on importance; your brain runs on interest, challenge, novelty, urgency, and passion Consistency isn't a character problem — it's a measure from outside your operating system Schools and workplaces punish difference, then beg for it during a crisis Masking for conformity crushes confidence and fuels burnoutThis conversation was based on my Substack article: Still Putting Lipstick On A Pig - have a read!
You might also like: 🚫 ADHD Entrepreneur: Is Medication Fear Keeping You Stuck? | Dr. William Dodson | EP383
GUEST BIO
Dr. William Dodson is one of the first psychiatrists to focus on adult ADHD. His insights punch through the surface noise for real ADHD Entrepreneurs who want respect, not pity.ABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode of The Impulsive Thinker® is a raw look at ADHD strengths, the double-edged reality of out-of-the-box brains, and why forcing yourself into a neurotypical mold never works. The Impulsive Thinker® sits down with Dr. William Dodson to ask why the world still judges ADHD Entrepreneurs by someone else's measuring stick. They tear down the myth that ADHD is a deficit or a strength — it's a difference the system refuses to accept.The discussion reveals survival strategies for ADHD Entrepreneurs. From the system's obsession with conformity to the true sources of ADHD motivation — interest, challenge, novelty, urgency, and passion — nothing is sugarcoated. Real-world failures. Burnout. Hyperfocus at a cost.
If you're tired of repackaged affirmations and want the truth about why your brain and business clash with society's expectations, this episode delivers. Built for ADHD Entrepreneurs who are done apologizing for not fitting in. If you've ever been told your way is wrong — hit play.
Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
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00:00 Understanding ADHD: Beyond the Superpower Narrative
02:46 The Positive Aspects of ADHD
05:31 The Challenges of ADHD in a Neurotypical World
08:32 The School System and ADHD: A Mismatch
11:13 Engagement Factors for ADHD Individuals
13:51 Managing ADHD: The Intraspace Nervous System
16:45 Finding Your Unique Path with ADHD
19:41 The Role of Medication and Engagement in ADHD
23:49 The School System and Workplace Challenges
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Shame isn't your problem. Toxic shame is. The Impulsive Thinker® cuts straight through what most ADHD Entrepreneur podcasts never talk about.
In This Episode:
The real difference between shame, toxic shame, and guilt Why self-sabotage is just self-protection for the ADHD brain How a shame-bound identity quietly shapes your work and relationshipsWhat You'll Take Away:
Shame is a social correction tool — but toxic shame attacks your identity Your brain never got the memo that you're safe now ADHD Entrepreneurs react to toxic shame, not regular shame Self-sabotage is just another name for trying to survive — not thrive Complaints hit like verdicts when toxic shame rewires your systemABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode of The Impulsive Thinker® rips into the difference between regular shame and the toxic stuff that rewires your brain. The Impulsive Thinker® breaks down Dr. Shawn's blunt take on shame, guilt, and why your brain keeps you stuck.Forget the motivational nonsense — this is about ADHD, Entrepreneurs, and how toxic shame runs on automatic even when your world is safe. Identity, behaviour, and self-sabotage are unmasked for what they are.
Shame is a tool — until it turns toxic. Self-sabotage isn't weakness, it's your nervous system overcorrecting after years of running defence. Real ADHD Entrepreneur talk without easy answers or stock fixes.
If you're an ADHD Entrepreneur who feels like complaints always land like final judgement — you need this episode. Hit play and see the problem for what it actually is.
Email me about it at [email protected]. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.
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00:00 Understanding Shame: The Misconception
02:42 The Role of Toxic Shame vs. Healthy Shame
05:24 Self-Sabotage: A Form of Self-Protection
08:02 Reframing Our Relationship with Shame
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