Why Am I Here?
Doing housework can be either a protracted process or a whirlwind of activity depending on the day, time and urgency of the need for the cleaning evolution. I dislike cleaning chores some more than others. I would rather clean the toilet than do the dishes and I always ask my husband to do the vacuuming if he is around. Actually, on any given day it does not occur to me to dust or vacuüm or sweep the porches unless I happen to come in the front door and notice the leaves or whatever on the steps or landing. I am reminded of dusting when the dust clouds off the night stand when I move a book. I do notice the bathroom more often compelling me to wipe out the sink before I wash my hands. However, noticing the need for housework does not mean that I will do it that day or even the… Continue reading
The Funny Side
My parents are 90 and 82 and they recently asked me to manage their bill-paying with the on-line service of their bank. Last night I attempted to log in and was locked out after entering the wrong combination of ID and login more than allowed. This is a common experience for me since I have logins and passwords multiplying like kudzu so I just wasn’t up to the process last night. I waited until today to get the account reset and because there were easier things on my task list I waited until late afternoon near the end of business hours. Before calling the bank and explaining in some way that felt less goofy for locking myself out again I attempted one last password retrieval. Worth a try to get back in since I was using a different computer than I used last night. No joy! I had to face… Continue reading
Practicing Selectivity and Productivity
One of the challenges for people with ADHD is that we tend to have too many things going on. We say “yes” often before we think about it. We agree to do one more thing or take on one more project, particularly when the project is interesting. Often, we are the people who initiate the project. Then we get inundated with all the deadlines and dates and expectations. We procrastinate and switch back and forth between projects and commitments. We fail to come through or take forever to do something we promised. Sometimes we back out or beg off. Yet, that usually does not stop us from digging that hole and jumping in at the earliest opportunity.
I know, everyone gets stretched at times so what is the big deal? Think about the people you know. Is there someone who promises things and then either does not come through at all; requires… Continue reading
ADHD Brains Are Different
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