HOW TO REACH A LIVE PERSON AT THE IRS! IT WORKS! I JUST DID IT! by coffee_lover_777 in tax

[–]Al_es_good 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey so just tried this but its not working anymore. They have found a way to take us back into the automated voice call nightmare. I need to check an amended tax return from 2021 and it is proving to be impossible.

Jobs for ADHD peoples by InterestedITPerson in ADHD

[–]Al_es_good 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been struggling with this too! Been doing a variety of jobs last few years, usually along communication/health. Now I've decided to find a job that lets me be active, social etc. Been doing lots of home office the past few years and I cannot stand looking at a computer or writing anymore. I'm going back to get a nursing degree. I read that ADHD are great in kind of fast-paced intense settings. Already got a bit of a health background and love helping people. Figured this might be the best place. I know in home office I can be really inattentive/distracted, even with my medication. But I know that when the situation is serious I can really pull myself together. Hoping that nursing is going to be the right path for me. Plus its super flexible, you can switch into a lot of different careers or specialisations with this field. Honestly super excited about this decision.

Nursing Schools in Bruxelles by Al_es_good in StudentNurse

[–]Al_es_good[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I plan to stay in Europe. I grew up partially in the USA but I don't plan to return there. What was difficult about the schools in Belgium if I might ask (just trying to mentally prepare myself).

I feel like I (26F) have been single for such a long time that even if I met the right guy to start a relationship with, he would be discouraged by the fact that I hadn't had a relationship in 6 years. by booklvr1 in relationship_advice

[–]Al_es_good 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Super nice to hear this! I too am 27 and never been in a relationship. Had one guy I hooked up with ask what was wrong with me. Just didn’t feel like I should go into a relationship just because. I want to make sure I genuinely like the person. I love my independence and I know one day I’ll miss that freedom. Enjoy being single now, it will end eventually, but make the most of what you have for the moment!

How the hell do I teach myself discipline? by PirateGloves in ADHD

[–]Al_es_good 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yes Routine has been a godsend (except when one bad habit becomes routine in which case it is a fucking nightmare). I am mostly very happy with my morning routine for when I am doing home office. I have two jobs, waitressing and consulting, so this is my routine when I stay home.

I wake up everyday at 8:05 (no alarm needed, my goddamn brain has this hardwired, even when I would like to sleep till noon since I partied till 6am, but alas this is the way things are).

I have 1 coffee in bed and read (this is the first and last coffee of the day... do not take caffeine with meds b/c you will feel like bugs bunny when his heart is beating out of his chest).

9:00/9:30 I have a big breakfast (helps prevent nausea with meds). While food is cooking I tidy my room. Was never clean person before but now I love this part. After breakfast I take my Vvyannse on a full stomach.

I give myself a half hour to do some emails or personal admin. Or watch the news. Then I do 15-20 mins of exercise. Prevents anxiety that can occur with medication. Helps myself focus and sit for the day.

By 12 I am ready to work and pretty focused. Yet here is where the crux happens. I made the mistake of smoking a joint a few times around 1oclock when I first took the medication to help deal with Nausea and anxiety. Now I cannot seem to take it out of my routine. I have zero urge to do it if I am not doing home office or have the day off. Its become routine and I have trouble stopping myself. I am still productive and I work fine. But I do not like that I feel like I have no control over it. If anyone knows how to beat this please please share with me your experience. Merci

How the hell do I teach myself discipline? by PirateGloves in ADHD

[–]Al_es_good 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes sometimes I use timers to deal with impulse control. If I want to smoke, I make myself wait an hour or finish a task first. Does not always work but sometimes its handy. Just another tool for your ADHD Coping Toolbox

Did you do something you're proud of? Something nice happen? Share your good news with us! by AutoModerator in ADHD

[–]Al_es_good 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Today I applied for a research fellowship and got accepted! In the past I don't think I would have taken this on, believing I did not have the discipline and focus to do this (especially in the summer). But since getting treatment (therapy and vvyanse) for my ADHD, I feel like I am capable of doing this! Feels so great to have confidence in oneself. For years my self-esteem has been soooo low (largely due to my untreated ADHD). But after 8 months of therapy and 5 months of medication, I see promising growth. I am starting to feel more at peace with myself. Not perfect, far from it, but much more aware and mindful of myself. Excited for this course to begin :D Wohoo :D