LATE BLOOMERS THE LAZY LIE: Is it laziness or ADHD? How to spot the difference
Aug 26, 2025
Is laziness just a myth, especially when it comes to ADHD? This episode humorously challenges the lazy label, sharing wild stories about procrastination and messy uni rooms. The hosts explore the difference between true laziness and executive dysfunction, shedding light on how the latter often goes misunderstood. They encourage replacing shame with curiosity and support, highlighting the strengths that come with ADHD. If you've ever felt burdened by the lazy label, you're not alone—and you're definitely not lazy!
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Why 'Lazy' Becomes An Identity
- ADHDers are frequently labeled lazy because they struggle with tasks others find simple.
- That external label becomes an internal belief and spreads widely across the community.
Homework On The Bus Versus The Fly Infestation
- Rich describes doing homework on the bus because he could be bothered, while Rox recounts a university fly infestation from towels left on the floor.
- These stories show the difference between intentional laziness and overwhelmed inaction that felt involuntary.
Executive Dysfunction Versus Willpower
- Executive dysfunction is a neurological difficulty with starting, organizing, and completing tasks, not a willpower failure.
- It involves planning, time perception, and working memory problems that look like laziness but feel like hitting a wall.