Sorry, I Missed This: The Everything Guide to ADHD and Relationships with Cate Osborn When ADHD mistakes spiral and resentment hits (Reddit Reactions)
Jan 13, 2026
In this engaging discussion, Jessamyn, a producer and recurring contributor, shares her insights on navigating the chaos of ADHD in relationships and work. They dive into Reddit stories about workplace panic lies and the weight of emotional spirals. Jessamyn reflects on how pattern recognition can lead to lingering resentment in marriages. The duo offers practical tips for preventing future mistakes, like establishing systems and holding regular emotional check-ins, all while recommending helpful resources for fairness at home.
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Workplace Cover-Up And Confession
- A hotel salesperson admitted to doctoring emails after missing a key inquiry and feared imminent firing.
- They later told the truth, were asked to resign, and reflected on seeking ADHD therapy to prevent future spirals.
Cate's Personal Work Mistakes
- Cate Osborn shares she used to lie about workplace mistakes while working at a casino hotel and recognizes that panic and self-judgment compound errors.
- She respected the poster's choice to be honest and reflected on how disclosure can be both hard and healing.
Production Job Meltdown After A Drive
- Jessamyn recounts a PA job where a driving mistake turned a 45-minute trip into two hours and triggered an intense meltdown.
- That small mistake compounded into a feeling of being a perpetual screw-up and worsened her stress.
