Jan 21
In this podcast, Tracy decided to do something different. When she was initially diagnosed she read everything to glean what other women like her were experiencing. Putting that puzzle together for herself was her number one mission. It’s also why she started the Facebook Group, ADHD for Smart A** Women. So today she’s sharing with you how members answered the question: What Does Your ADHD Feel Like?
Multiple individuals shared their experiences with ADHD and how it affects their daily lives. They struggle with tasks considered "expected," feeling like outsiders even when accepted. Some describe their minds as chaotic or constantly active. They often challenge rules and societal norms, feeling both pride and shame in their unique strengths and struggles. Despite the challenges, many express a sense of self-acceptance and appreciation for their unique perspective.
APPLE
SPOTIFY
YOUTUBE
"Ignoring the rules feels necessary because I know what I need to do or say."
- Carrie Newton
"It's like living in fog. And the fog is stuff. It's to dues, it's chores, it's friends, it's family, it's life."
- Denise Sparkman
"We live at lightspeed leaving others behind. Our passions change based on our ability to complete them untreated, we are miserable to be around."
- Marla Blaylock
- Tracy reflects on her upbringing, where domestic work was seen as women's work and she was expected to do most of the household chores.
- Tracy and Carrie share their experiences with ADHD, describing it as a "pinball machine" of thoughts and feelings, and a lack of awareness and self-control.
- Denise and others describe ADHD as feeling like living in a fog of stimuli, with no clear order or direction, and a desire to challenge rules and norms.
[10:24 - 17:37] ADHD Experiences and Perspectives
- Tracy and Marla share their experiences with ADHD, describing it as feeling "like living at lightspeed leaving others behind" and struggling with motivation and structure.
- Angela, Susan, and others describe similar struggles with ADHD, including feeling "incredulous" at simple tasks being difficult and living life based on gut feelings or emotions.
- Tracy and others share experiences of feeling restless and unfocused, often related to hormonal changes or boredom.
[17:37 - 28:50] ADHD Experiences and Strategies for Success
- Tracy shares experiences of forgetfulness and disorganization despite being brilliant in areas of interest.
- Tracy describes ADHD as feeling like "emotions are a huge part of ADHD, despite the fact that they're not mentioned in the DSM."
- Tracy encourages listeners to identify their strengths and values to unlock their brilliance.
