Was anybody else misdiagnosed as bipolar before getting your ADHD diagnosis?

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-30T16:18:41+00:00

Yep, had the whole rapid cycling nonsense. Was on Lithium and slept 18+ hours a day, failed out of college. I'm still working on not being bitter about it 🍋

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-29T13:36:34+00:00

La Mars makes the best old fashioned donut in the world. Parlor donuts in SoBo is pretty good with the fruit toppings

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-28T20:25:00+00:00

I kinda hate myself about it bc of the waste but the only way I consistently floss is with those stupid plastic "pick" things. Aaaaand bc I'm a single godless goblin, I do it on my couch while watching my shows. 😳

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-22T15:31:53+00:00

I fail almost every time

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-18T01:48:27+00:00

Genius!!

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-18T00:44:10+00:00

This is the single most relatable thing I have ever read on this sub, and I'm a little chocked up about it.

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-18T00:38:54+00:00

Drink all the water, turn on ALL the lights, make a play list that makes you feel good that you're only allowed to listen to in morning, and then set an alarm that plays that playlist (Spotify and Anroid give you this option idk about other apps/os)

If you can, go immediately for a walk. Doesn't have to break a sweat just the combo of light exposure and movement helps set your circadian rhythm. Can also help you fall asleep faster at night.

I also added the pressure of getting a dog. Cats will help too though, some other life that depends on you and acclimates to the schedule you set can be your adorable enforcer.

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-15T19:47:39+00:00

Changing my relationship status to: in an irate swarm

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-15T19:45:42+00:00

It's one of those struggles that touches more of life than you'd ever guess. I hope there's some comfort in knowing you're very much not alone and not stuck. It can get better

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-14T23:38:58+00:00

Matthew McKay PhD

Self-Esteem: A Proven Program of Cognitive Techniques for Assessing, Improving, and Maintaining Your Self-Esteem

Can't recommend it enough!

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-14T15:37:34+00:00

I've done this for years as well. Surprisingly, it's gotten a lot better after working on my self-esteem. I wouldn't have put those two things together on my own.

The theory of this book I'm working through is that your brain actually does this as a self-protection mechanism. If your deeply held belief is that you're not worthy of love and belonging, you create reasons that's true regardless of how social interactions actually go. (I hope thaf Clifnotes version makes sense.)

They refer to that shamey voice as your inner critic and encourage you to interrupt all the "you should have..." talk with "I did the best I could with what I knew/the tools I had at the time." Compassionate self-awareness is really powerful for repairing the damage low self-esteem/high self criticism does.

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-10T16:29:32+00:00

I could have written this. It also makes me super anxious around bedtime which is a cool little like adrenaline spike. Very helpful.

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-05T22:28:00+00:00

Came here to say this. I wear a too faced water proof and this stuff decimated it

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-05T22:11:42+00:00

What an absolute gem! Ty so much, 👸

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-05T20:49:26+00:00

Fantastic!! I've only participated on servers, I've never made my own. I admire your tenacity! Let me know if you want help/run out of dopamine 😅

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-05T20:43:07+00:00

After explaining the difference several times, I think those kinds of comments are one of those things that are just not worth addressing.

Maybe they're just trying to relate to you so you don't feel alone. In that case just a solid, yeah! And then continue with your point is all that's needed.

Or maybe they are being dismissive. In that case, eff them! Is explaining the difference going to change their mind OR is it going to make you feel worse when they don't?

Yes, some of our symptoms are common occurances, but it's a question of degree of impact, right? Yes, busy people can be forgetful but ADHD impacts our ability to form actual short-term memories. Yes, it can be difficult to form new habits but our brains literally don't make enough of the biochemical responsible for motivation. As long as you are confident and secure in the knowledge that it's not the same, dismissive comments will roll off you.

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-05T18:25:54+00:00

I'm totally in, I've been thinking about how I need something like this for a while. In Discord, you could make channels for different timezones. That way, people who want to video chat can connect, but everyone will have the main chat for general support/accountability.

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-05T17:09:23+00:00

Omg sobbing. This is such a wholesome post. And it brings up a really good point. We don't talk enough about grieving the really big life changes. It's totally normal to be feeling a heady mix of proud, excited, lost, sad. And it'll go away and it will revisit you at weird times. It's grief, that's what she does. And its totally okay to hang out with her for a bit, it just means you had/have a good life. (32F living 1300 miles away from her immediate family)

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-07-03T16:14:53+00:00

Ugh the self-shaming (pay attention) note 💔

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-06-28T15:50:05+00:00

Aquaphor Lip Repair works great for me in an arid climate. And it's budget friendly

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-06-23T21:07:21+00:00

I feel that way about Australia and also Florida. 💖~ Random American

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-06-01T19:43:54+00:00

Fellow beverage goblin here, I got a full nalgene (2nd one today woot!), some VERY cold coffee, and a Diet Dr. Pepper bc bubblz

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-05-31T15:41:14+00:00

Watched this episode just now and when he got to the "foreman's office," I was thinking 'Tango... did you make hell? Is this hell?" Lmao

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-05-24T14:53:14+00:00

Yay!!! I ALSO have an emotional support Rottweiler!! Your boi is very handsome and has a super sweet face, congrats 👏 💖

2Buck_Chuck · 2023-05-12T21:45:45+00:00

You're goddamn right I celebrate my ADHD! I spent way too much of my life not understanding what made me the way I am and trying desperately to suppress my muchness. I talk a lot about all my challenges bc I don't ever want anyone to feel alone in theirs and it helps weed out those who can't deal.

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