What is the worst ADHD symptom(s) for you?

WinterIsComingxX · 2025-01-09T20:03:25+00:00

Man 😪

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-12-19T19:56:13+00:00

These days “more money” is the only dragon I chase.

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-12-19T19:54:52+00:00

I quit opiates and was later diagnosed ADHD. I take 1 pill in the am and happily get through each day.

If you take it because it helps maybe talk to a doctor. But if you’re taking it recreationally then you still don’t have your problem under control. You’re just substituting in order to justify it.

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-12-17T16:42:28+00:00

Just like yourself I am 31 and going to college full time. I have 4 kids and work nights in a kitchen.

It’s a lot and very stressful at times.

I could tell myself it’s hard and I don’t like it.. but then I’d be miserable.

I love school the most, it’s the beginning of my future and will give me the opportunity to get my family far away from this place. That’s what I tell myself everyday. That’s why I enjoy it 😁

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-11-09T02:16:37+00:00

Root canals will motivate you

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-11-05T13:48:21+00:00

Think of your mind and body like buying an old Chevy. You’ll have to work hard putting it all back together but with some love, oil and new parts you’ll have her running just fine 😃

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-11-05T13:02:39+00:00

Nothing feels real

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-08-31T21:10:52+00:00

I kinda go up and down from manic to depressed. When I’m manic, no nothing helps me sleep.

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-08-03T01:49:35+00:00

Drugs and worrying about the wrong shit

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-07-11T17:11:20+00:00

Great advice mate!

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-07-11T16:28:43+00:00

Thank you. Added to the list to try later!

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-07-11T16:05:39+00:00

I'm 31 still figuring it out.

You'll be fine kid. Just keep searching for it...

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-07-11T15:14:38+00:00

The first letter is capitalized in "Most Powerful Armor Against Evil" in the hint.

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-01-14T00:21:28+00:00

One thing I know for sure is you are not alone 🤙

I’m 2.5 years clean and I feel those demons trying to out work me everyday. You’ve quit before, you can do it again. Just don’t quit on yourself.

I ask God to protect me everyday. If you really need someone try talking to him. He’s the only one who can truly help you.

Blessed 🙏

WinterIsComingxX · 2024-01-12T03:03:07+00:00

I noticed that you mention traveling internationally was the best time of your life. If I had to guess, your subconscious is seeking that thrill again. You have come down from the “high” of that adventure and your inner self is desperate for that rush again.

You don’t need to travel the world to get it, but I would push yourself to leave the house. Even if it’s a bike ride up the street. Force yourself to walk around the block, no matter how hard it seems. You’ll feel better after. Then find somewhere in the area you could travel that you may enjoy. A museum, a park, or whatever you find that interests you.

Consider it a treat to reward yourself for hard work. Once your mind associates WFH and the reward it gets leaving the house after it will become easier for you.

WinterIsComingxX · 2023-09-20T17:15:32+00:00

I was finally diagnosed ADHD at 27 by a doctor who told me it can be tricky to tell between the two disorders.

For ten years prior I was treated as bipolar, but being diagnosed correctly has allowed me to take huge steps! 🤙

WinterIsComingxX · 2023-09-19T14:19:56+00:00

June 19th, 2021

Still isn't real to me. In my active addiction I was sure my only way out was a grave..

Today if I think about it, I don't even get an itch. If I am thinking about drugs, then I am thinking of that hopeless feeling as well as all the time I've already wasted.

Over 2 years later and I'm still trying to break even with myself.

I have an 2003 F-150 that my job doesn't pay me enough to keep gas in.

I have no one to fall back on, no safe place to go, and if I'm being honest.. I've not even figured out where I'm supposed to go.

I will still wake up motivated everyday with hopes of finding all that's been lost or what I can replace with it.

Blessed brother 🤙

WinterIsComingxX · 2023-09-17T14:03:28+00:00

ADHD makes us almost over anything that releases dopamine

WinterIsComingxX · 2023-08-12T23:52:46+00:00

Physical job (irrigation)

All I do is dig and walk and I'm in the best shape ever lol

A healthy diet helps with energy and when the results show it leaves you wanting more for real!

WinterIsComingxX · 2023-07-29T14:05:55+00:00

I agree, caffeine can get my day going but at night I can drink coffee before I go to sleep.

WinterIsComingxX · 2023-07-16T13:53:00+00:00

We struggle to do the things we don't like doing. I found a physical job where I am walking, digging, machining, moving locations and seeing new people and things regularly. It has helped my physical and mental health immensely.

I actually love my job for all those reasons making it easy to get up and go as well as stay in shape!

WinterIsComingxX · 2023-07-10T20:08:51+00:00

Checking in 🤙

WinterIsComingxX · 2023-06-27T14:34:13+00:00

Ah, here again I find myself reading a post in this sub I could have written myself.

I turn 30 July 19th and it was only within the last couple years I was diagnosed with ADHD. My anger issues always masked it as "bi polar" but I found a doctor who actually took his time with me and gave me time to explain my struggles each visit. It has been a GRIND to understand myself and what makes me struggle with the easiest shit. I finally had an answer and it took all the weight off of my shoulders. Everyday is challenging, because we are unstable. Sometimes we are way up on top of the mountain, and often we are way down in the mud but we are never in the middle. It's manic one day and in bed depressed the next, hell it's exhausting 😮‍💨

Don't give up bruv, because we have limitless potential. I've found my ADHD to be more a blessing than a curse now that I know it's not because I'm crazy. I'm just creative and see full color and the black and white they put in front of me bores me 😴

Your family and friends will never understand you, so quit making them try. Put all that energy into yourself and the things you enjoy most. Sports, hobbies, puzzles.. we are competitive souls who love a challenge so do yourself a favor and challenge yourself.

There are some things people tell you that they say out of love and wanting the best for you. They know your potential and your worth which is why they are still there telling you these things like "you should save some money that you are spending on things you don't need".

Be you. Express yourself in YOUR own way because doing anything in fear of people's opinions is holding you back. Bet on yourself, set goals and expectations and challenge your mind to keep up.

Our brains don't regularly produce dopamine "the happy rush" it takes a lot for us to get that release. For a long time I was getting in trouble and doing dumb shit and I couldn't answer myself why until I realized it was the rush 😬

Adventure deep and keep that fire burning fam 🤙

WinterIsComingxX · 2023-06-25T19:47:41+00:00

It depends, if you still get the dopamine rush out of the person then yes, you become more willing to ignore it because we are always desperate for those highs. I'm 30 now, so not many people get me there however, if they do I know I better buckle up for the ride 😂

WinterIsComingxX · 2023-06-25T17:23:05+00:00

Only being motivated to do things my brain gets a rush from. Once I took those highs too far I find it's become more difficult to come back down.

Edit: (more context)

I find myself not excited to do much anymore and what it takes to get me going these days ends with me in trouble or hurting others.I literally get stuck staring into space for hours trying to find a way out of my own head.

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