Women & ADHD Jen Fry: Setting boundaries & saying no
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Jan 5, 2026 Jen Fry, an educator and former college volleyball coach, dives into the complexities of setting boundaries, especially for women with ADHD. She candidly shares her experiences with hyperfocus, time blindness, and the challenge of people-pleasing. Jen provocatively differentiates kindness from niceness, encouraging women to advocate for themselves while dismantling the myths around being 'nice' in the workplace. She also emphasizes the necessity of saying no to protect one's time and energy, and highlights the importance of authenticity in establishing self-worth.
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The Market Tells Your Price
- Market demand, not self-assessed worth, often determines what you can charge.
- Jen warns early acceptance of low fees risks long-term resentment and misaligned expectations.
Make Free Work Strategic
- Be intentional about what free work you accept and what non-monetary value you gain.
- Negotiate for travel, video, or exposure if you choose unpaid opportunities.
Yes Trains People To Step Over Lines
- People who always say yes teach others to expect it, creating habitual boundary-steppers.
- Consistent no's are harder because friends and family will badger you until you relent.
