For many entrepreneurs—especially those with ADHD—the "Default Yes" can be a fast track to burnout. Years of people pleasing, driven by rejection sensitivity, fear of disappointing others, and impulsivity, can leave you overextended and undervalued. In this blog, you'll discover how to replace automatic yeses with intentional boundaries using strategies like buffer phrases, guilt-free responses, and practical follow-up habits. By learning to pause, assess requests, and protect your time, you’ll not only reduce stress but also gain more respect from clients and collaborators. The journey isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress, self-respect, and creating space for what matters most.

Saying “yes” too quickly isn’t just a people-pleasing habit—it’s often rooted in the ADHD brain’s wiring. In this solo episode of the ADHD-ish Podcast, Diann Wingert unpacks the deeper causes of the “default yes,” from the deer-in-the-headlights effect to the reciprocity myth, and offers step-by-step strategies to break free. Learn boundary-setting as a skill you can build over time, discover physical reset techniques for high-pressure moments, and use guilt-free scripts to confidently say no. If you’ve ever regretted agreeing to something, this episode is your guide to making choices that truly align with your priorities.