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How to navigate a work/life balance with ADHD? (lemmy.world)

submitted 1 year ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Hey folks, so I recently got a job, which has been pretty great but very tiring. And I am finding it difficult to have that balance while also living with ADHD. I'm on meds, though might have to discuss with my psych on putting me on different meds but that's another story for another time.

I think I'm just also having trouble going from no work at all to instant full time work. Luckily my boss is letting me come in starting at 10:30am, but eventually it'll be a 9am gig and I also have delayed sleep phase cycle too. Any pointers, help, what have you would be awesome. If not, kind words are also appreciated.

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago

You've got this. Remember - be honest with your supervisors about where you are at (maybe not too honest, there are drastically differing opinions about whether to disclose your disability or not). Get to know what their exact expectations are, and let them know what works best for you - if it's a job where you have that kind of flexibility. Some people like getting lists, or making checklists for the boring stuff. Some folks like methods like https://gettingthingsdone.com/ .

Either way, remember to check in with your body. Make sure you are eating and sleeping. Try your best to get your sleep cycle back to a healthy place, if your body is willing. Check in with your feelings - depression and anxiety can sap away a lot of energy when you aren't even noticing them.

You've got this. In a few weeks, everything will seem routine, maybe even boring :)