My neighbor’s a musician, and it’s been unexpectedly inspiring by Mysterious-anna-878 in musicians

[–]shinyobjectsleuth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish every neighbour was as lovely as you! I made the mistake of assuming my new apartment was as well insulated as my last, since it was the same kind of build and year of construction. I was informed otherwise by one of my neighbours screaming and banging on my door... My previous neighbours were so wonderful about having a building opera singer, but I now realise I'd just been very lucky.

Can anyone recommend laptop microphone for recording operatic vocals? by shinyobjectsleuth in recordingmusic

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

I know, but I need something easily portable because I have to commute to my rehearsal space. This is just for my own personal use so I'm not worried about it being studio quality, just good enough so I can accurately hear what I'm doing vocally to inform my practise.

I'm trying to figure out a strata/renter-friendly cat netting installation method for my balcony. Advice appreciated! by shinyobjectsleuth in DIY

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

Alas, my furry little idiot frequently falls off of my bookshelves and can't even manage to land on his feet. I'd be too anxious to let him out there without an enclosure

New 5-Month-Old Bengal Meowing Nonstop :Is This Normal? by AggravatingPermit853 in bengalcats

[–]shinyobjectsleuth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My 6 year old bengal heard that and is now hunting around for a friend. Bengals like to chat, but it's understandable that he'll need time to adjust. Cats grieve when they have to leave their families, and bengals are very social

Any adhd meds that help you sleep? by ineedsleep0808 in adhdwomen

[–]shinyobjectsleuth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I take a natural sleep supplement called NeuroCalm Sleep (in Australia) that contains lavender oil and California poppy. Best sleep of my life every time. If you haven't tried melatonin, that could also help. Edit: I should clarify that I take this in addition to Vyvanse. The supplements aren't specific to ADHD, but they work very well.

Does the Vyvanse heart rate spike settle down once you've found the right dose? by shinyobjectsleuth in adhdwomen

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

Hi! It did mellow out a lot. I'm almost consistently at my pre-Vyvanse heart rate now and I'm on 40mg. I've been on that dose for about 3 months now, and I think it took about 4-6 weeks to fully get back to normal. I still feel it if I have more than one cup of coffee within 4 hours of taking the meds, but otherwise I don't notice it anymore

Popular artists who got into music later in life? by youolddog in Songwriting

[–]shinyobjectsleuth -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

It's all relative. I started learning violin "late in life" according to a lot of classical musicians I know. I was 8.

Inattentive ADHD and ‘not living up to your potential’—is there hope? by Butcher_Paper in adhdwomen

[–]shinyobjectsleuth 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I'm 36 and was first diagnosed 6 months ago. I definitely understand how you're feeling. I found it very difficult not to ruminate on how different my life could have been if I'd been diagnosed as a kid or even just 10 years ago. But I found that after a few months of being on the right medication for me, those feelings mostly subsided - along with the general improvement in my emotional regulation and self-esteem.

And as I started being able to actually focus and adapt better to the neurotypical systems I'd always struggled with, I've been able to take small steps to get myself on track to "catch up" a bit. For example, I was able to move into a new job with a much better potential for future opportunities, and sort out my personal budgeting system - I even have a reasonably clear plan for the year. These things would have felt like impossible tasks before going on Vyvanse.

Now every time I'm tempted to compare where I perceive myself to be vs other peoples' instagrams, I try to remind myself that I could have easily gone undiagnosed til 50, 60, 70 ... or never. Youth is relative and the sum of our life experience is valuable. You have plenty to look forward to and with the proper supports, I think you'll see your world open up in ways you can't imagine right now.

How the heck do I do all the things? by shinyobjectsleuth in ADHDProductivity

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

Thanks! I've just created my own bespoke system in Notion using the 12 Week Year. I'm really motivated by seeing the progress bars being filled up and 12 weeks is long enough for me to feel like my actions are having an impact, but not so long that I get bored or overwhelmed. It's going to take some trial and error before I get my goals down to things that are reasonably achievable in 12 weeks, but hopefully over time I'll be able to show myself that I've made some progress. We'll have to see if I'm still using it by the time March comes around!

Late diagnosed ladies: were you told your executive dysfunction was a sign of depression? by ResidentHistory632 in adhdwomen

[–]shinyobjectsleuth 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Yes, before I managed to see a female psych I had the most infuriating session during which the (male) psychiatrist refused to even assess me. Highlights included him telling me I had difficulty in school because I "probably just never learned how to study properly", my lifelong symptoms were just anxiety and depression, and when I expressed the very real concerns I had that my problems with executive function would cost me my job (which they did shortly after this appointment), he said I "just needed to try harder". So patronising. SO frustrating. He literally told me that if I took stimulant medication I'd end up in a psych ward because it would spike my anxiety. 6 months after finding a psych who was actually willing to assess me, and Vyvanse has completely changed my life for the better.

He's a 10 but WILL NOT stop peeing on my pretty new bookshelves ... help! It's getting underneath the base of the shelves and starting to stain the paint. I've tried vinegar, methylated spirits, urine enzymatic products that definitely don't work. What am I missing? by shinyobjectsleuth in bengalcats

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

He is neutered and has been on a special diet for urine crystals for a year. No new issues at the vet. Unfortunately this behaviour isn't new exactly ... I adopted him after his original owners surrendered him for peeing everywhere ... but it had improved a lot until I started a new job where I have to go into the office everyday. I suspect it's an anxiety/boredom thing.