Discovering ADHD Hacks

Hello, seastars! Today I must share a secret I've recently discovered to help stay focused. First, I've been working on developing a program to help build reading confidence in children. That means creating policies and procedures and hours upon hours of research. All of which I love doing! However, just because I love doing something doesn't mean it doesn't get hard. I'm fairly certain I have ADHD. Please keep in mind this is a self-diagnosis (yes, ug, I know). I will go get a proper diagnosis as soon as I am able.

I've always loved music, but music has always been a bit of a distraction for me. I have this tendency to turn a cleaning day into a dance party. I have finally found a way to combine music and work! My secret to productivity ( at least in writing documents) is gaming music. I've been listening to ambiance music from the video game Skyrim. I know this hack sounds a bit silly, but gamer music is designed to make the brain pay attention. And it works! I've been able to regularly sit for 30 minutes or more and type without noticing the time passing.
For me, instrumental music works best. I have read that you should avoid music with lyrics in your language because your brain will process the lyrics and won't focus on forming other thoughts.

Alright, let's get serious. We are all guilty of this, but it is not the best idea to self-diagnose. If you feel you have a certain condition, please talk with a doctor and confirm your suspicions! And please listen to your gut. If you feel you have not received proper care, go find a second opinion! Do not be afraid to advocate and speak up for yourself. It's easy to let the doctor just talk, but you know your body better than anyone else. Be honest, be firm, be involved. The only reason I have not yet seen anyone about my personal suspicions is that I currently cannot afford it. That said I have already taken steps to remedy the issue. Make sure you are well informed about your area's insurance laws and regulations; keep on top of that paperwork folks!

Okay! Let's really get off topic! I have an active GoFundMe campaign designed to allow me to interact with you, seastars. Funds will go to marketing materials, supplies for my one-of-a-kind accessories store I hope to open later this year, fabric for a completely eco-friendly costume, expedite my reading program, and allow me to build my inventory for events and Seaspray's Shoal. A big dent has already been made in my goal of $745. "Vision of a Mermaid" has been live for less than two weeks and I have great plans to utilize donations. If you have questions for me, you can send me a message here.  

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-Seaspray