Hi ADHDers!
Hi ADHDers! I know, it’s been a while. I’ve been feeling guilty for not publishing a newsletter in two months. But this is perfect timing because we’re going to dive into the guilt that comes with having ADHD. It’s Nerve-wracking. Joy-stealing. Gut-wrenching. Soul-destroying. Shall we begin? 🤕 ADHD and Guilt
I feel like we don’t speak enough about the guilt we experience as people with ADHD. Perhaps it’s because it’s not a nice feeling, it’s too painful to confront, and it can be all-consuming. Here’s a list of common examples of ADHD Guilt: 😔 The post-diagnosis guilt of thinking about what your life could’ve been like if you got diagnosed earlier in life 🥄 The guilt of not having the spoons to respond to messages or engage with friends 😣 The guilt of starting multiple projects but not finishing them 💰 The guilt of all the impulsive decisions you’ve made and the ADHD Tax 😡 The guilt Neurotypicals cast upon us We’ve all felt this at some point. Right? 💡Navigating ADHD Guilt
I feel like we put too much pressure on ourselves to “fix” our brains and strive to do better because we’re Neurodivergent. Whether it’s trying out many self-development books, forcing ourselves to fit Neurotypical standards, pushing ourselves to the limit, or punishing ourselves for not doing “good enough”. But at what cost? It shouldn’t be rooted in shame, guilt, or brokenness. 🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺 Our value shouldn’t be determined by how productive we are, how much we’ve achieved or how well we’re doing in life. You are much more precious than that. 👉 Don’t get me wrong, I’m a big believer in self-improvement, growth and personal success, but not at the expense of my mental health. This is your sign to give yourself another chance to begin again. Accept that things can change, and you don’t need to cage yourself in guilt. 🤏 How to Cope with ADHD Guilt
I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t have all of the answers, and I’m still figuring it out. But give yourself some grace and don’t hold onto the guilt. 📣 Life is about learning, making mistakes and trying again and again. Don’t let guilt rob you of the joy that’s on the other side of letting it all go. Baby steps to coping with guilt:
Finally, you’re not a bad person, a failure or a lost cause. Give yourself grace, you deserve it! That’s all from me Rach, with ADHD. If you relate to this Adulting with ADHD post, feel free to share it with others
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