For most people, grocery shopping is a simple chore. For me, it can feel like a full-on assault on the senses.

In this story, i open up about the hidden challenges of ADHD and sensory overload during everyday tasks like shopping—where the lights, noise, people, and decisions become mentally exhausting.

I share what this experience feels like from the inside, why it’s not “just being dramatic,” and how I’m learning to manage overstimulation without shutting down.