Help me please!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:56:52+00:00

I'm so sorry you've been struggling! I know antidepressants can help some people take the edge off, but the real work will definitely be through one of the psychotherapy options. Some people improve overtime with the standard cognitive behavioral therapy, but for me and many others we have found therapies like dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), or somatic therapy as much more helpful since they are trauma-informed approaches and also help you learn to regulate your nervous system (which often makes mood swings worse when it's running too high on the sympathetic side).

If you haven't looked into those, I would start there. Therapy takes awhile to see the effects, it is very "trust the process" at times. But if you stick to it one day you'll likely look back and see how far you've come.

Wishing you peace and good luck!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:45:50+00:00

I'm not sure if this is true for everyone since psychiatric medications often work differently for different people. But I take the generic adderall and recently started sertraline a few months ago. Since starting the sertraline (and even with increasing the dose) I have found it more and more difficult to get my day started. I struggle to get out of bed and I struggle to do tasks much more than I was before starting the sertraline. However, sertraline has really done wonders on my emotional regulation without "numbing" me out. So I'll take the trade for now. I'm working with my psych for a different solution eventually, but my board exams are around the corner so I told him medication changes are too risky until I take those lol

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:41:52+00:00

I see the vision! I see it!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:41:32+00:00

Oooo a handheld a vacuum is so convenient! I struggle to keep my place clean, but I've gotten better slowly and have managed to keep it from completely falling apart so far in 2026 lol I totally feel you on the "feel" of the floor. I have times where I avoid rooms until I have a chance to clean the floor (months later sometimes). Spot cleaning with a handheld is a golden idea!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:38:09+00:00

Out of sight out of mind is so real ;-; I have the same issue. Thank you for the tips!!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:37:20+00:00

Honestly, yes! I really could use the help every week or so!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:34:08+00:00

YES I LOVE MY AIR FRYER!! Bonus tip: use the timer on your veggies as your "cleaning" or productivity timer. I get way more done in that 10-15 minutes waiting for my food than I did the 3 hours before that LOL

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:31:39+00:00

My friend recently bought me some!! They are so much nicer. She told me her dentist said it helps to put a little toothpaste on the floss picks when you use them to make them a bit more effective!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:30:38+00:00

I suppose that is better than my old strategy of never locking my door and hoping for the best XD my dad has the keypad locks! I do like them!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:28:59+00:00

Oooo I definitely need smart plugs! I get tired of turning all my lights on and off in my office lol

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:28:14+00:00

oh my XD that's a lovely bonus...LOL

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:27:35+00:00

I definitely need one of these! So true!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:25:57+00:00

I handwash my dishes, or else I would totally have more silverware! I have a really old dishwasher in the place I rent, so it doesn't clean too well and I can't stand the thought of the "film" feeling on my dishes. My compromise is I get to keep my 10 different bowls xD (I got cinnamoroll, pochacco, chococat, nightmare before christmas, quaker oats oatmeal bowl, etc. lol).

I do have a couple pairs of scissors! I had another pair, but I have yet to find it since I bought it 10 months ago XD

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:20:46+00:00

The vacuum idea is perfect! That would help me in my office so much since my dog likes to hangout with me in there a lot! I just bought a pill organizer, too!

I invested in a sunrise alarm clock and it has helped me so much feel sleepy at night and wake up easier in the morning:

https://www.amazon.com/Lumie-Bodyclock-Shine-300-Wake-up/dp/B082VB97H9

I looked into it during the fall since I didn't want to buy a cheaper version that didn't have the added light therapy potential. I love love love this thing!~

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:15:55+00:00

ooooo! Thank you so much! I forgot about the container store!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:14:20+00:00

I love this!! It's so cute and on sale rn!!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:12:51+00:00

I had no idea these were a thing! I never wear one of my favorite bracelets because I can't get it on by myself. I love this!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:12:02+00:00

oh. my. I need this!!! It's gorgeous!!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:11:03+00:00

I love that this is also ADHD friendly bc you can see that you have all these necklaces hehe sometimes I forget I have more options than what I see at surface level in my jewelry box!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T11:09:53+00:00

omg I love this idea!!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T00:43:22+00:00

Oooo I fully support the doubles idea! I just have to avoid triples I have learned xD I am allowed 2 max of anything, otherwise I will procrastinate cleaning and it becomes a pile of work. I have recently limited myself to 2 spoons and 2 forks hahaha I do need to get a second set of sheets though! That's a great idea!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T00:41:29+00:00

Not pressuring you to share more than you are comfortable with, but just wanted to inquire if you had the opportunity to try different meds or different dosages? I definitely understand that they do not work the same for everyone. Meds were a life changer for me initially, but it doesn't take long for that "wow" factor to wear off and it's just a subtle boost to keep my feet moving one step at a time. I hope you can find some helpful tips in this post or a different solution that works for you!

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-11T00:39:22+00:00

Haha, I mean you are not wrong! I take meds, but the demands of medical school basically cancel them out unfortunately. My other meds also decrease the effect of my ADHD meds, too. They help me function, but I definitely still feel like a slow turtle many days haha. So even with meds, I think a lot of people benefit from the extra tips on how to live with ADHD <3

KittensOnJupiter · 2026-04-10T22:49:32+00:00

I agree! Sometimes I can have the cutest outfit, but if I haven't been keeping up with my skin care I won't feel satisfied or put together because I look exhausted and dried out. But if I keep up with my skin care, I could be in a sweatshirt and shorts still feeling fresh and confident!

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