what it's *really* like living with ADHD ✨ (my ADHD journey)

Surprise! I have ADHD! ( ๑‾̀◡‾́)σ" This was a video I wanted to make for a long time but procrastinated (see what I did there?) because of overthinking and, frankly, fear of potential judgement on the interwebs. But if there's one person that my rambling can help, then it's worth it.
Now what was I doing again?
00:00 let's get into it!
00:43 disclaimers, obviously
01:05 so...what is adhd actually
03:48 scatterbrained things
05:50 college & diagnosis
08:37 the throwaway decade
11:30 getting glasses
14:27 spicy coping tips
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[@tanjagardner285]

Late diagnosed ADHD-er here - I was diagnosed at age 48, 3 years ago and OMG, the diagnosis was life-changing and explained SO MUCH of what I've struggled with all my life. I'm totally pro-medication generally, but unfortunately, I found I couldn't tolerate the types I tried and just didn't get enough benefits from it to justify the side effects (and couldn't justify constantly trying more only to risk getting yet more side effects). I have found ways to work with my brain instead of against it though, and am lucky enough to be able to set my life and business up in ways that mostly work for me. It's not perfect, but it's vastly better than it was before my diagnosis.

[@neoxochitl]

I was diagnosed only in 2020 and I feel terrible that I didn’t know earlier and could have seen someone to help me. I feel like I’ve been playing catch up my entire life. Thank you for being so vulnerable and explaining everything so well. I relate to many of the things you have said. ❤ I need structure also. At the moment I have three rough schedules I have that I will use depending on how much energy I have (recently also diagnosed with graves). I also use squishies! if you remember in the 90s, they had a lot of toys for kids that had oil and water in them? That helps me so much with stress and fidgeting now. Please go on and talk more!

[@WesleyAnna]

I’m so happy you finally found help! No one to catch up with since we’re all on our own journey. But easier said than done. 🥲 The flexible structure thing has been critical for me too!! It’s like *too* much structure is stifling but not enough leads to chaos haha

[@zainabh46]

Sorry but who on earth said you talk too much?? 😤😤 Anyway I've never been diagnosed myself but the ADHD struggles you've experienced over the years sound a little too relatable. Especially not realizing your full potential because of all this, that part hit home. Thank you so much for this video, I've never actually taken the time to understand exactly what was happening (definitely procrastinated on it for years) but now you've inspired me to actually do something about it. Amazing as always ❤

[@WesleyAnna]

The procrastinating on taking action part is all too familiar 😂 I hope you figure things out and start living up to your highest self, whatever that looks like for you❤ thanks for stopping by!

[@ameliaroselle]

i have never been diagnosed with adhd and will perhaps one day look into getting checked/diagnosed, but many of the struggles i hear discussed related to adhd are ones i absolutely relate to -- keeping excessively bad procrastination habits in hs/college (which were masked by good grades), never actually paying attention class, difficulty prioritizing tasks, and having lots of plans that i never actually achieve because i'm atrocious at follow through. thank you so much for sharing your story -- i definitely related to a lot of it ❤❤ (also, i am looking forward to your newest notion template!!)

[@WesleyAnna]

I’m glad you could relate! Diagnosis or not it’s nice to feel like we’re not alone in our experiences 🤝🏼🥲❤️

[@matheuscnobre]

There are parts of your story so sad. I'm so identified with them. I'm 33, and my ADHD was diagnosed less than a year ago. The way you see your own life after knowing you're not lazy, dumb, or incapable changes everything. I'm getting used to medication, therapy, methods, routine, trying to learn how to get better organization of all aspects of my life. Thanks a lot for your sensible and vulnerable relate. And thank you for producing content to people like us. Cheers from Brazil

[@WesleyAnna]

The best thing I've learned over the years is that it's never too late to turn things around 🥹 hoping your journey only gets better from here!

[@viviane315]

I learned about Notion through one of your videos a year ago, came back now because I'm updating my setup and wanted to see how you did a thing... And I'm so glad I did it! Thank you for sharing your journey, I'm still waiting to get my diagnosis and every story I hear gives me more confidence in accepting and understanding myself. I really enjoyed the tips at the end, I'd love to learn more about the decision laws. Also looking forward for the next Notion video! And as another organization-obssessed girlie, this time I'm making sure to subscribe 😆

[@WesleyAnna]

I see a pattern in ADHD folk having an affinity for notion 😏🤭 glad the algorithm did its magic and brought you back hehe

[@enwang4846]

I love the way you break down and explain complex concepts so clearly From one adhder to another - ty for speaking so frankly about your experience ❤❤❤

[@WesleyAnna]

Glad you enjoyed it 🫶🏻🥺

[@chayenn607]

i have adhd since i am garde 11 and i used 10 years to heal it. now i am better than before

[@sunshinemindset8497]

Thanks for sharing your experience, Wesley. My niece has ADHD and I suspect I have muddled through my life undiagnosed. It was interesting to hear your story and I would definitely like to see more related videos 😊

[@WesleyAnna]

It’s never too late to see a professional if you want to get help! Also totally okay to keep doing your thing if it works for you. Thanks for listening ❤️

[@JourneyHawthorne]

Late-diagnosed AuDHD-er, I would love to hear the full script that you alluded to at the end of the video. Your experiences mirror mine in a lot of ways, especially regarding some of the nasty thoughts about the "fairness" of medication, and I'd love to hear more from you about your mental health journey. (I came for the notion videos and stayed for the ADHD content haha) Thank you so much for sharing your experiences with the world.

[@WesleyAnna]

maybe i'll ramble longer about this in the future ;) either way, hope you're taking care of yourself and finding ways to enjoy life even more given this new discovery about yourself!

[@Boboenkh]

Love how frequently you have been posting 🩷🫧☁️🌱

[@WesleyAnna]

😊🫶🏻

[@whachuupto]

I've only recently been educated about how ADHD really presents itself because some of my close friends recently got diagnosed. Now I'm pretty sure I might have it too. I could relate with almost everything you were saying in this video.

[@WesleyAnna]

There’s sooo many misconceptions! I still struggle with some myself 😅 I hope you’re able to figure things out and get help (if you need or want it at all!)

[@wesleybacon]

From one Wesley to another, thank you for your thoughtful insight and kind words. So well said. Cheers :)

[@WesleyAnna]

Great name! hehe. And thanks for watching :)

[@darmakiel]

Your video prompted me to finally take steps towards getting an assessment!

[@WesleyAnna]

That's amazing!! 🥹 Good luck with everything

[@bbodalski]

Thank you for seeing me! Oh my I so relate to all the things in this video…keep them coming

[@WesleyAnna]

🥹🥹

[@Dr.Jekyll_]

The effects you're talking about with medication are the same thing I experience when I do meditation regularly.

[@WesleyAnna]

It’s been such a game changer 🤠 finally experiencing some peace and quiet lol

[@JTOCIII]

Happy Spring also nice necklace👍

[@WesleyAnna]

Why thank you!

[@JTOCIII]

@@WesleyAnna You're welcome👍

[@TheDailySerenity]

I’m curious if you used the dji osmo for your videos now?

[@WesleyAnna]

I do!! Should I make a vid on it 👀

[@TheDailySerenity]

@@WesleyAnna yes please!

[@gileneusz]

I like your ADHD, normal people are just boring

[@WesleyAnna]

😂 I appreciate this

[@gileneusz]

@WesleyAnna Most inventors and entrepreneurs had ADHD; otherwise, they would be relaxed and silent, doing boring jobs. ADHD has pros and cons, depending on the life situation.

[@WesleyAnna]

@@gileneusz yes! I’ve been very entrepreneurial since childhood and only just started connecting those dots recently 😅 I also believe that ADHD’ers can be more creative too because of how scattered our thoughts are-lets us make interesting connections quicker than straight thinkers.

[@gileneusz]

@@WesleyAnna I feel like ADHD is just about spreading your dots all over the place. They will connect someday, but not sure when :) That's like me, learning programming, now AI, medicine, finances, this is getting really crazy.