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I've always thought I was indecisive or too lazy to pick a task. I thought I wasn't disciplined enough to jus do things or to be more consistent. Turns out I had #adhd. Medication seems to be working, but I've also been looking into other supports, because meds don't solve everything.

I started on #Vyvanse on Thursday last week. I had no idea what my #ADHD brain was doing before then. You mean I can just do the thing I have to do? Where is the constant debate and battle with my brain on whether I really need to do the thing, or should I just not, or maybe later?

I’ve been thinking a lot about #decisionfatigue lately—how much it costs, especially for #ADHD brains.

I shared a framework that’s helped me lower the load when things feel full.
Putting it out there in case it’s useful for my #neurodivergent readers

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This is so true. I’ll be excited for a lecture or seminar and then just zone out and miss the whole thing. #adhd #adhdwoes

If you’re building accessible products - think about the ADHD brain. Here are some great tips to keep in mind. Your tool may not be as accessible as you think.

The cycle that nobody talks about:

Fear: “What if I make the wrong choice?”→ Fear drains cognitive energy → Depleted energy makes decisions harder → Harder decisions create more fear.

Repeat until you're frozen in front of the fridge at 7pm, unable to choose between leftovers.

ADHD is remembering that you need to: text your friend, cancel that subscription, call the vet. switch the laundry to the dryer - all while doing your 30 minute cardio routine.

And promptly forgetting the minute you’re done with the gym.

(And remembering the next time you’re driving)

ADHD is finding a random 6 digit number on a notepa and not knowing what it’s for. ADHD is saving the note somewhere “safe” just in case. 100% certain I will not find this note again IF I ever remember what this is about.

#ADHDHack - I've found that I'm more inclined to start something boring if I first do something fun. I used to think its because I resent the boring thing less if I've made time for my fun stuff.

Maybe it's science.

All I know is it works for me.

Just got formally diagnosed with ADHD. It’s not a surprise though I did secretly wonder if I were making it up. Looks like I’m legit. #adhd #adhdwomen #neurodivergent #adhdadult

Last week I explored reward-first sequencing—doing the satisfying thing BEFORE the hard thing.

Counterintuitive? Yes. But ADHD brains respond to momentum, not discipline.

Full breakdown:

#ADHD #productivity

People with #ADHD often get accused of being narcissists, often when it comes to choosing romantic partners. I disagree - when you're neurodivergent, being understood by your partner is essential. And happily, we sometimes end up with another neuromancer, feeling like two peas in a beautiful pod 😍