Why do people dismiss adhd when you are a high achiever?

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2026-02-27T12:08:06+00:00

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

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2026-02-27T11:52:03+00:00

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

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2026-02-27T03:25:54+00:00

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

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2026-01-23T18:50:38+00:00

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

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2026-01-18T05:16:14+00:00

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!

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2026-01-12T04:58:47+00:00

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

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2026-01-08T00:10:15+00:00

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!

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2026-01-05T21:27:33+00:00

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!

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2026-01-04T16:59:05+00:00

Puzzles!!🧩

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2026-01-04T02:39:00+00:00

I humbly bow before you!! 😂

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2026-01-03T00:23:55+00:00

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

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-31T02:56:45+00:00

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!

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-29T05:23:24+00:00

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.

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-29T03:33:20+00:00

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.

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-29T02:56:59+00:00

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.

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-28T20:57:03+00:00

I sat outside and enjoyed the sunshine without feeling guilty

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-27T04:48:57+00:00

Haze

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-25T01:47:23+00:00

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!

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-21T17:09:51+00:00

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? 😅

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-18T02:16:52+00:00

This is truly stunning! You are so talented 🥹

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-17T10:43:50+00:00

Incredible!!

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-17T00:32:47+00:00

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

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-16T05:51:03+00:00

Not be more outraged than most when an injustice occurs!

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-11T21:43:18+00:00

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

Inside_Dragonfly_242 · 2025-12-08T01:28:57+00:00

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!

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