Tag: EverydayStruggles
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Why Do I Always Stuff Things in My Bag at the Last Minute?
In this story, i explains how ADHD impacts my executive functions—making it hard to prepare in advance. I reveal the inner workings of my brain when it comes to planning, the panic of forgetting essentials and the idiosyncratic routines I’ve developed to cope with the constant time pressure.
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Why Does Grocery Shopping Feel So Overwhelming?
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…
Elias Carter 