Rejection or Irritation?

The ADHD Misunderstanding That Shaped My Whole Life

Clara sighs, tapping her fingers on the desk. The universal sign for impatience.

"Can you just stay with me for one second?"

I blink. My brain was already three thoughts ahead, and I didn’t even realize I’d lost her. Again.

Her expression tightens and I can see frustration mixed with something I can’t quite place. And yeah, it stings. I’ve seen that look b…