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creative_writerSenior Contributor
How do people function while living with ADHD? I’m pretty much non-functional, it’s taking a toil on my mental health, I’m stuck in constant rumination. I try to look for a reasonable solution, but I see the unreasonable
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
@creative_writer honestly it's incredible how varied and complex human geneology is. I hate that the concept of 'race' has destroyed so much of that complexity. Angry rant for another time perhaps...
Vitamin B huh? Ach maybe I need to eat more vegemite 😝 And yes that is SUCH a good point!! It's like the whole BMI thing - it's way too generalised to actually be useful. Bodies have differing needs!
I am about to skedaddle my deary but good chatting as always!! Hope you and Vladdy have a fun time when you get to season 2 🤣 Night!!
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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AuntGlowModerator
It sounds like Saffron has so many benefits and grounding elements for you @creative_writer🥰
How is productivity sitting with you today? And have there been any moments where your brain has been kind to you?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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AuntGlowModerator
I get that, that's okay - you're allowed to have slower moments to recalibrate. How are you taking care of yourself today? @creative_writer 💛
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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AuntGlowModerator
I get this feeling, massively! @creative_writer
Something that has helped me with this is asking 'what is the easiest thing I can manage right now?'
And then when I follow through, I will feel either a) still exhausted and know that I need to honour that, or b) reminded of my capacity and notice I am reenergised. Either way, you get to see where you're at, which is a positive! What are your thoughts on giving this a go?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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AuntGlowModerator
That's okay! @creative_writer
Sometimes we are anxious and we aren't sure why... it's really tough feeling this way though, isn't it?
What could self-care look like for you today? 💛
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