The Hidden Cost of Toxic Resilience: Breaking Free from Burnout with Cathy Rashidian — 2025

High-achieving ADHD professionals often develop toxic resilience—pushing through exhaustion at the expense of their well-being. This talk unpacks how to shift from survival mode to sustainable success.

Key Points:

• The difference between healthy and toxic resilience
• Recognizing burnout warning signs before they escalate
• The connection between ADHD, stress, and emotional regulation
• How to reframe productivity and redefine success
• Practical strategies to build resilience without self-sacrifice

About Cathy Rashidian:

Cathy Rashidian is a seasoned executive coach with expertise in ADHD-focused coaching. Leveraging her broad corporate leadership background and personal experiences with ADHD, she offers a unique coaching approach that combines traditional and ADHD-specific techniques. Credentialed by globally-recognized entities like ICF and PAAC. Apart from coaching, she also leads coach training at the renowned ADD Coach Academy.

Cathy is also the brain behind the Quantum Thinkers ADHD Community – a forum for mid-tier and senior professionals looking to sharpen their leadership skills and manage their ADHD effectively. She also hosts a top-rated podcast, “Refined Leadership – ADHD Lens”, that delves into the realm of ADHD in professional settings.