Stand up for yourself with ADHD

Remember that relying on others can be uncertain because we can't fully control their actions and reactions

Want a reality check about ADHD?

Some people will only truly understand us when we’re no longer in their immediate orbit.

They’ll only realize the value and importance of our presence when they see us succeeding in different spaces, while we’ve already learned to adapt. They'll want to be part of our journey, but it may be too late.

It’s normal for us, in the midst of hyperfocus or distractions, to end up settling and accepting less than we deserve. ADHD can make it hard to stand up for ourselves, especially when overwhelmed by tasks or the noise in our heads.

Choose to accept your own company rather than chasing after people who don't make the effort to understand our unique struggles. It may be any of our many particular symptoms, like forgetfulness, impulsivity, or the difficulty staying organized. If there are those who cannot exercise enough empathy to understand that we don’t do this because we want to, but because we have ADHD, they don’t deserve a place in our lives.

Life will sometimes take away what we thought we needed. Don’t waste energy trying to bring it back.

When everything feels scattered, remember that this moment isn’t our final destination. ADHD might make the journey feel chaotic, but it’s only a part of the bigger picture. Keep moving forward.

What matters isn’t the swirl of thoughts, the incomplete projects, or the constant urge to jump from one thing to the next. What really matters is finding moments of peace, finding ways to center ourselves amid the storm.

Starting over is always a good option, especially when we’re stuck in a cycle of frustration or burnout. Our brains need novelty, and sometimes the path forward is a necessary new start.

And the decision is ours: no one else can make it for us.

We’re the ones who know what it takes to rise above the challenges ADHD throws our way. But remember, relying on others can be an uncertain path, even those we love most. Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need, but take control of the steering wheel of your life as much as possible.

Because we never truly know who might disappoint us when we need them the most. Many times, they are those we never expected before.

And honestly, we don’t need to take that risk!