What is an ADHD trait that you struggle with the most?
I’ll go first. I have a list.
- Time blindness. I am unfortunately the ADHDer who has a hard time being on time. I’ve gotten better as I’ve gotten older. Found some hacks along the way, but it can still be an issue.
2.RSD. I STRUGGLE w/ criticism, even the constructive. Had an almost meltdown (to myself) the other day because I received some constructive criticism from my boss.
This goes hand in hand w/ my RSD but difficulty regulating emotions. Always overwhelmed, tons of anxiety, irritableness..
Procrastination
Going off on a rabbit hole of sorts and wasting time (may have to go up there w/ time blindness.) & Disassociating all the time, for sure.
Sleep quality. I don’t know what it is but I have a hard time getting up in the morning. Could be sleep apnea, but it’s like my brain is not ready to face the already expected hectic chaotic day. Once I’m up, I’m going 100 MPH until it’s time for bed.
Forgetfulness. I have to write everything down.
Restlessness. I cannot sit still for long unless I’m entertained and all my responsibilities are done (heavy on the responsibilities being done that I also procrastinate - endless loop.)
Boring activities are also painful, and then I will default to restlessness or disassociating.
I know this has probably been posted here many times before. But sometimes all we have is each other. The typical world doesn’t always understand. Venting & sharing - it gets me through at least.