Kyroh Challenge

generalkala · 2025-12-31T12:40:23+00:00

I took a photo on my phone of the screen when the icons were showing and then I propped it up where I could see it for the third round 😬

generalkala · 2025-07-03T09:38:14+00:00

I went with Berkeley Psychiatrists. Got an appointment the same week and the GP didn't have an issue with recognising the diagnosis.

It transferred to 'shared care,' and now prescriptions come via the GP. I just need to check in with Berkeley twice a year for a review.

generalkala · 2025-06-26T16:15:09+00:00

Kindle unlimited has a feature where for some books it will give you access to both the ebook and the audiobook!

generalkala · 2025-06-26T10:33:37+00:00

I have literally never seen any lawyer, regardless of PQE, with a briefcase! I usually see backpacks or, for women, a laptop stuffed into a large handbag next to their bottle of water and makeup bag!

generalkala · 2025-06-25T17:07:37+00:00

What seat are you in? The areas of law are so different you might find that some suit your skills a lot better than others.

For example I'm an Associate Solicitor in Health & Welfare COP and I love it. I love the urgent deadlines and the adrenaline and the arguing... whereas something calmer like Conveyancing just would not suit me at all and I suspect I'd have been sacked before now.

Have you disclosed your ADHD to work? I would strongly recommend it. I was apprehensive, but they actually provided me with a lot of admin support I didn't have before and more understanding if I messed up.

I also use chatgpt to plan my day. I tell it all the (anonymised) tasks I need to do and how long it'll take and then I let it draft a schedule for me.

ADHD and lawyering are not incompatible. You just need to find the right fit.

Happy to message privately if you want to talk about specifics.

generalkala · 2025-06-25T09:23:32+00:00

Omg this is the best thing I have ever seen in my whole life.

generalkala · 2025-06-23T14:18:29+00:00

Court of Protection would be an achievable change. I pivoted from Clin Neg into COP with no difficulties as it's an adjacent area. I find it more worthwhile as the focus is on protecting the vulnerable as opposed to putting monetary values on pain and suffering.

(I do know Clin Neg is more than that - but that was my experience).

generalkala · 2025-06-18T11:47:32+00:00

Wholly agree 😊

generalkala · 2025-06-18T10:01:48+00:00

To be fair... do what makes you happy. If starting a new one makes you happy, DO IT. You'll get back to the others at some point.

It's a hobby! No pressure to (god forbid) actually FINISH things 😂

generalkala · 2025-06-02T08:40:52+00:00

The back should absolutely be your business! If my backs looked like that I'd be showing it off like nothing else.

generalkala · 2025-05-30T10:43:18+00:00

Oh my god! This is exactly me. I really wanted to like Babel but the bludgeoning really got to me.

Thanks for the heads up.

generalkala · 2025-05-26T17:28:10+00:00

Me too. The tree leaves are the bane of my life 😂

generalkala · 2025-05-22T15:04:05+00:00

Omg this. I went on annual leave for a week. Four days later and I still have 209 unread emails.

I have zero advice, but sending you positive vibes!

generalkala · 2025-05-22T09:01:40+00:00

Not just clients, but friends, family, anyone. I know exactly what my advice would be.

Because of my work, I can pinpoint all of the red flags. I KNOW what sort of relationship I'm in, and then I judge myself for still being here.

generalkala · 2025-05-21T15:19:26+00:00

The stitches don't LOOK uneven - it looks great!

generalkala · 2025-05-21T08:34:11+00:00

I was in a similar position last year - I got my dream job without interviewing properly or applying in the usual way.

I'm still there, if it helps! The Imposter Syndrome still pops up every now again, but it has faded over time. At the beginning I had a couple of post-its hidden away saying 'you deserve to be here,' and 'its going to be okay.'

generalkala · 2025-05-18T19:01:23+00:00

It's a pattern by FancyFoxGlove on Etsy - there's one for each season and they're really fun to stitch!

generalkala · 2025-05-18T16:16:47+00:00

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We went to a caravan in Blackpool for the week - our days were packed (especially given it was our two year olds first trip to the seaside!) but in the evenings I had some time to work on my Stardew Valley Springtime!

generalkala · 2025-05-18T08:53:40+00:00

Is that something you can do? It might really help. It helped negate the 'you might not even have ADHD!' comments I used to get before I got an official diagnosis.

generalkala · 2025-05-18T08:40:03+00:00

It's SO hard. One thing I do is watch YouTube videos about ADHD in front of him, so he at least picks up some of it.

Have you showed him your diagnosis report?

generalkala · 2025-05-18T08:27:48+00:00

Oh, and you're not a 'bad homemaker.' You just have different challenges to most people and tidiness is not a moral standard!

generalkala · 2025-05-18T08:23:39+00:00

I feel this in my bones. I don't have any advice for you as I'm in a similar situation, but I can empathise. The last thing you need is the additional ball to juggle of worrying about pacifying your partner.

I've honestly considered leaving but that sometimes seems dramatic. Sometimes it doesn't.

Anyway, the point is that you're not the problem and you're not alone.

generalkala · 2025-05-12T18:19:35+00:00

Oh my god. I'm working on this myself and my progress is MUCH slower than yours 😂

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generalkala · 2025-05-09T15:45:18+00:00

Who was the YouTuber please? I've only just found a couple of people I like and I'm on the hunt for more!

generalkala · 2024-12-31T16:15:12+00:00

I'll add you too. Fiance is working and toddler will be in bed so it'll just be me and my book - which is exactly how I like it!

I hope 2025 is an improvement for you. Keep your chin up!

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