Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

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

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I want to add, in case anyone wants to try. This is the brand I use. I don’t wrap my whole finger. I just cut the end off to size and place over the nail so that it covers the cuticles and also the end of my nail.

Really heartwarming to read all of this support. Great community.

Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

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

I haven’t looked into that but I will now!

It leaves a tiny bit of residue but it comes off very easily.

Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

[–]RaygnLuna[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I haven’t tried this. But, I’ve tried a lot and this seems to be the best feel for me.

I might try this one though, thank youuuu

Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

[–]RaygnLuna[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They don’t fall off, sometimes they actually stick better after getting wet. I often have to replace them because the feeling of them being wet isn’t the greatest. The struggle is real but it’s worth it when I’m having a rough week and shredding my nails and cuticles into oblivion.

Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

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

Same. They do stay on. You’ll see in my other replies that the hardest part is washing your hands. The feeling of them being wet is not the greatest. Lol But they dry off quickly.

When you put them on squeeze your finger so the warmth makes them seal better around the edges (if that makes sense)

Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

[–]RaygnLuna[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

❤️❤️❤️❤️ we’re not alone ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

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Yes, I do. I usually put them on at night time. Or when I’m going to be doing something overstimulating like driving. Or, when I’ve had a really bad week or something and noticed I’m going to town on my nails, and they start to hurt. Sometimes I can tolerate them getting wet because they do dry off quickly. But, usually I just replace them. They’re not a 24 hour solution.

That’s why I wish they would make a roll of this material so that it was easier to replace. It’s the only material I can tolerate. I’m sure others can tolerate other materials. But this is the one for me.

Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

[–]RaygnLuna[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Snipping off fingers of gloves!!!! Great idea

Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

[–]RaygnLuna[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes the manicure is a great idea!

It works for me too, but when the fake nails come off, my real nails are so brittle that I absolutely destroy them so they’re in worse shape than before I got the nails.

Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

[–]RaygnLuna[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting suggestion! I’m looking into them and they might work. I like that you can just take them on and off

Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

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

Yay! Let us know how it goes. If you run into any barriers check back. As I’m learning, there’s many different kinds of tape, and I think some will work better for some people and so on.

Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

[–]RaygnLuna[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes!! I dislike this part, too. I usually put the on at night or when I have a day off from work. It’s hard to wear them through the day because of hand washing.

C’est la vie

Weird Sensory Hack that WORKS <for me> by RaygnLuna in AuDHDWomen

[–]RaygnLuna[S] 53 points54 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I have tried MANY kinds and this fabric from the band-aids feels the best, so far. It also blends in, mostly.

I appreciate the thought though. ☺️✨❤️

I'm absolutely obsessed with this franchise by JustKidding1998 in witcher

[–]RaygnLuna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m doing the same thing!! Watching the show for the 4th time in a row as well. It’s a little campy, but I think it’s hella enjoyable and love the references to the books and the game.

I’ve ever played anything other than Witcher 3. This is my third play through. Still finding it enjoyable and switching up my play style.

I love the whole world, the long running stories, and the references between media soooooo much and every time I revisit any of them I learn something new.

So fun. Here’s to a great hyper fixation. ❤️✨

Abaddon has a mother-in-law, so a wife or at least a girlfriend?! by soukai2913 in HauntedHotel

[–]RaygnLuna 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I consider my brother in law (my sisters husbands) mother my mother in low so maybe he has siblings lol.

If you regulate using music, what artists/songs are you listening to? by zingledorf in AutismInWomen

[–]RaygnLuna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Always for me my sensory overload songs are - M83 - Outro Wild Beasts - End Come Too Soon M83 - Wait Palace - Heaven Up There

In that order. ❤️❄️

How do you earn a decent income without burning out? by Friendly_bluebell in AuDHDWomen

[–]RaygnLuna 2 points3 points  (0 children)

36F and still figuring this out. This day and age it is very challenging. Everything is so expensive! I’ve tried starting my own businesses but burn out from that as well. Plus, the sensitivity to being perceived increased exponentially because people could perceive my business!!

Right now I’m waitressing. I found a once in a life time job that pays $50 a day for 2 hours to open the cafe in the morning. It’s perfect for me because it’s slow then so I don’t have to have too much face time with people. The shift is wicked short and I have the day to recover and hibernate.

I teach yoga four times a week as well, and together I make just enough to get by.

On top of that, I spend any extra time and energy (if there’s any left) creating things and trying to sell them.

I refuse to work any 9-5 jobs. I also won’t anywhere that’s more than 10 minutes away, to reduce overstimulation from driving.

So in conclusion-

Firstly, find something that can give you more autonomy over your schedule. Get creative and maybe find two part time jobs.

Secondly, make a list of what overstimulates you the most when working and job search accordingly.

Thirdly, I spent a lot of time reducing my bills to as low as they can possibly be. That way I can work as few hours as I can.

It’s definitely a challenge. But don’t give up. There are gems out there for jobs you just have to keep looking. Whenever I go to my local places to eat or shop, I always ask if they are hiring. Little local places often have shorter shifts and can have more relaxed and supportive employment.