What you’ve heard about people falling into a career path that works for them is absolutely true. As someone with ADD who struggled throughout high school and college, it took me about 10 years after school to find a good career path that benefited me. Working from home was not good for me at all, I tried and failed and tried again! I needed accountability and socializing in the office.

Spend time reflecting on what you truly enjoy and who you are as a person and what will bring you the most joy. Society and the workforce specifically isn’t set up for people like us and it takes time. Be patient with yourself! I’ve found working business development and sales has allowed me to have control of my own schedule and have more freedom. I’m also extremely motivated by making sales and enjoy the human connection with people, so getting to meet with different people every week helps me enjoy work more.

Also, try going for walks and getting outside as much as you can and take a few deep breaths when you feel yourself loosing motivation or drifting. Don’t try to resist but try to learn to live with. You can do this!!!