The Contentment Creator

The Myth of Laziness: Reframing Executive Dysfunction with Compassion


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Struggling to start, follow through, or finish tasks? You’re not lazy — you’re likely experiencing executive dysfunction. 💡 In this episode of the Contentment Creator Podcast, Ellen Broen shares how creative entrepreneurs, neurodivergent thinkers, and high achievers can reframe “laziness” as a signal for CEO-level self-care and nervous system regulation.

Laziness is NOT a character flaw. It’s often a symptom of executive dysfunction, overstimulation, or burnout. For creatives, multi-passionate entrepreneurs, and neurodivergent professionals, embracing compassionate CEO self-care is key to sustainable leadership, creativity, and well-being.

👉 Learn how to:

Recognize executive dysfunction 💭

Create sustainable systems for your creativity ✨

Implement compassionate CEO care strategies 💗

🌿 CEO self-care isn't luxury—it's leadership. Let’s stop the shame cycle and honor the sacred pace of your creativity. Subscribe, like, and share this with someone who needs this reminder.

👇 Drop a comment: What does CEO-level care look like for you?

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✅ Key Takeaways 


  • Laziness ≠ Lack of Willpower: It’s often executive dysfunction, a real neurological experience affecting creatives and neurodivergent entrepreneurs.
  • You’re Not Lazy: You’re likely overwhelmed or dysregulated. This episode explores nervous system regulation and CEO self-care strategies.
  • Compassion = Productivity: CEO self-care means creating internal safety, not pushing harder. Rest is part of sustainable leadership.
  • Creative Brains Need Gentle Systems: Especially for multi-passionate creatives and neurodivergent thinkers, intuitive systems work better than rigid routines.
  • Honor Your Pace: Sustainable business starts with listening to your body, not shaming it into output.


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The Contentment CreatorBy Ellen Broen