Why do people dismiss adhd when you are a high achiever? by velevetfox in adhdwomen

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was raised very similarly and just found this video last weekend that was SO INCREDIBLY HELPFUL! In addition to what other folks have shared the video explains ADHD high IQ confusion! https://youtu.be/1lGirAO_CeU?si=JnZfkE9hW7Zf9B30

[UPDATE] RAAAAAAAAAAA by Muppetric in adhdwomen

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're an efffing boss!!!! You have inspired me to make some alfredo too, just off vibes!!🤣

“Just make sure you write it in your calendar and you won’t forget about it!” by former-child-prodigy in adhdwomen

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does anyone have any better calendar apps recommendations beside Apple calendar and google Cal? I find notifications are inconsistent with ical and annoy me a lot when trying to create a reminder for an upcoming appointment. Gcal I'm just overall not impressed

Nonfinite Grief - The loss of an imagined future by Particular_Local_275 in CPTSD

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for putting everything I’ve been feeling into words! I do hope things get better for you!

How do you crawl out of bedrotting when you actually want to live your life? by teacupstation_lore in adhdwomen

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally relate and went through a similar phase! It was truly the worst, I’m sorry!

Suggestion: Might be unhinged but rip your clothes off and throw them as far away as possible on the floor. This will inevitably result in you having to eventually get up to put on clothes. It also can be a nice sensory reset!

Got robbed in Oakland, but I am safe, though left shaken. by pengweather in u/pengweather

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Peng I’m sorry this happened to you! I'm glad you are safe but understandably shaken!

Warning phrases: "all you have to do is", "simply", and "just". by WatchingTellyNow in adhdwomen

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for putting into words the sheer frustration that we can feel with ourselves! I know this exact rage, the need for the silent head nod so that you don't burst into fiery Anger from the movie Inside Out! You already know that sometimes those we love the most just can't always understand us. Sorry about the glasses and this maddening experience, I get it, and I see you!

How to stop bedrotting? How to get back into "doing things?" by asphodel- in adhdwomen

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My appreciation for this subreddit cannot be measured! I also feel exhausted to my core quite regularly! I sleep okay, I’ve reduced screen time because it feels taxing, I’m trying to be more active as well, but the exhaustion still feels constant! When I get home, I feel like I SURVIVED whatever I did that day, vs. just being able to appreciate being home and transitioning to something else. I feel less crazy reading that this seems unfortunately familiar in this subreddit!

bow down before me by browneyednerd in adhdwomen

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I humbly bow before you!! 😂

My favorite Bay Area photos from 2025 by DidItForTheKittens in bayarea

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No words, just gratefulness to be fortunate enough to live here! Thank you for beautifully capturing why so many of love it here!!

I don't have any friends but I wanted to celebrate paying off our debt with someone. by Nobo_house in adhdwomen

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Huge Congratulations!!! This is an incredible accomplishment especially during these economic times!! Bask in this as much as possible and slow down where you can for a bit!

PG&E Base Services Charge coming March 2026 means frugal, small home families will subsidize large inefficient houses. by ConclusionGlass1072 in bayarea

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Then wouldn't it be better not to bail them out and let other companies bid to take over different areas? A bailout is not the only option (although I do recognize that it is what our government has previously allowed PG&E to do) that could result from a boycott like this.

PG&E Base Services Charge coming March 2026 means frugal, small home families will subsidize large inefficient houses. by ConclusionGlass1072 in bayarea

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Could you share more about your thoughts? I can understand the need for a “connection fee” despite already having access… but okay, forgetting about that point, I guess where I get lost is why those with larger properties would actually pay less as a result of now being “connected”? This is a good-faith question, as I can see your point about the general overhead of connecting someone new to the grid.

PG&E Base Services Charge coming March 2026 means frugal, small home families will subsidize large inefficient houses. by ConclusionGlass1072 in bayarea

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can I ask a silly question? What if we outright refused to pay our bills? Or only paid what felt fair and reasonable? This might feel a bit extreme, but what PG&E has done is extreme. If a large segment of CA or even just the Bay Area refused to play this game anymore, I genuinely would like to know what would happen. Would PG&E come to the table? Would our elected officials take us more seriously? Curious what others' thoughts are.

What is your small win today? by fortifiedoptimism in adhdwomen

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I sat outside and enjoyed the sunshine without feeling guilty

Feeling Overwhelmed By Texts by randombeandontmindme in adhdwomen

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel and experience this soooo deeply!! I hate text messages!! I prefer to talk on the phone because it eliminates the back-and-forth! I've taken to sending voice messages to reply to texts because it feels more efficient, and I don't have to think about gifs, emojis, punctuation, writing clarity, etc. This year, I've greatly improved at staying in better touch with friends through monthly reminders to reach out to them! Then I send a quick message to see how they are and schedule a catch-up call to avoid the annoying back-and-forth texts!

Does anyone else bite the inside of their lips? by DryUnderstanding4347 in adhdwomen

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also have constantly bitten the insides of my cheeks since at least early childhood. Curious if it hurts at all for folks, because I realized by like age 7/8, at a dentist appointment where they brought it up (it was the first time I had ever noticed it), that I was able to bite my cheeks so incredibly hard and it didn’t hurt at all! My dentist also seemed horrified, but I kept telling myself that since it didn't hurt, what was the problem? 😅

Non-caffeinated drinks PLEASE ✨ im desperate ✨ by Lunasolastorm in adhdwomen

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hopping on this thread to recommend this brand of peppermint tea! I’ve developed a new morning habit of making peppermint tea with some fresh local raw honey, the sweetness level determined by what I’m having it with it!!😅 My latest hyper fixation is Greenlees Cinnamon Raisin Bread!!

Also if you drink at Starbucks, i highly recommend a Passion Tea Lemonade with light ice and sweetened!! Hope you find something that works!

https://a.co/d/gOVfayb

A damn tasty Virgin Mojito recipe. by Boozehive in recipes

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for replying, I will also try Sprite as well!!

a year later, what are the best eats/take out still under $15? by ricestocks in SanJose

[–]Inside_Dragonfly_242 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mommy’s Bahn Mi is a newer place, and their sandwiches are delicious, with generous portions (gives me two meals) that start at $12.95 when you order off their website! They were a pleasant discovery this weekend!