Capability vs. Capacity: Just Bec...

Capability vs. Capacity: Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should

Neurodivergent Strategies for Late-Diagnosed Adults: The Div... por Regina McMenomy, PhD.

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Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I know I can do it… so why can’t I just make myself?” In this episode of Divergent Paths, Dr. Regina and co-host Russ unpack the crucial difference between what you’re capable of doing and what you actually have the capacity to do.

From ADHD burnout to chronic overcommitment, we explore how late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults often confuse skill with bandwidth, pushing themselves past their limits because they’ve been praised for performance, not pacing.

Learn how to recognize when your energy, executive function, or emotional regulation are running low, and discover strategies to stay within your true capacity without guilt or shame.

Topics Include:

  • The difference between capability and capacity (and why it matters) ... 
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