Episode 6 – Sit Still! Pay Attention! Unlocking ADHD’s Hidden
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Superpowers
February 18, 2026
Featuring: Nicole Burke & Sharon Burke
Ever wonder what it’s like growing up labeled as “difficult” before the term ADHD even existed?
Or how a social butterfly blossoms into a fierce advocate? This episode is a revealing, witty, and
sometimes tear-jerking dialogue with Nicole Burke, a behavioral analyst turned ADHD
superhero, and her mom, Sharon, proving that understanding and patience can turn chaos
into kindness.
● The childhood stories of Nicole, the “social butterfly,” who was labeled too talkative,
fidgety, and just “too much.”
● How early discipline often missed the mark, with real talk on what discipline really
needs—understanding
● The evolution from negative labels to recognizing brain-based strengths, aka
superpowers
● The journey of diagnosis, medication, and the myth-busting of what ADHD really looks
like in girls
● How masking impacts adult women and what that means for self-acceptance
● Practical advice for teachers and parents on fostering a truly supportive environment
● The empowering story of how knowledge shifts perception and can help design a more
inclusive future
00:00 Discusses the historical context of ADHD and how children were labeled in the past.
02:20 Personal stories of childhood experiences and early signs of ADHD.
04:26 The journey to diagnosis and common misconceptions about ADHD.
06:14 How discipline was often misapplied and the importance of understanding.
13:20 Transitioning from negative labels to recognizing strengths.
33:31 The impact of masking behaviors and the journey towards self-acceptance.
42:07 Tips for teachers and parents on creating supportive environments.
53:32 How knowledge and understanding can lead to a more inclusive future.
parenting, ADHD awareness, neurodiversity support, behavioral analysis, ADHD superpowers
childhood ADHD diagnosis, ADHD masking, ADHD in women, ADHD focus strategies, ADHD
education for parents, ADHD support systems, ADHD advocacy, ADHD and self-acceptance,
ADHD productivity tips, ADHD myths and facts, ADHD and hyperfocus
