Well….
The story
I’ve had a horrible couple months of being unemployed, procrastinating on school work to the point of failing, and overall going through a rough emotional headspace. I’ve taken this time to get to the root of the problem and really get to know myself and why exactly I feel the way I’ve been feeling for the past few years, it’s all been a cycle of going hard, burning out, and having nothing to show for it while everyone else seems to move along just fine… am I doing something wrong?
I have unmedicated ADHD so perhaps that has been quite an important step in realizing that my mental health and overall mental capacity is different to everyone else’s, and so it makes me feel so lonely and misunderstood especially when it comes to emotional topics, all my friends and family seem to turn away and not really get what I’m really trying to say.
Recently I had a huge fight with my mom about triggers and trauma and she kind of threw it in my face that I’m gay and that long story short; feels ashamed. I thought about it long and hard, and it made me feel even worse. All my friends have something to show for themselves and have a good support circle in their lives, meanwhile I feel like I have to come home alone and find solace in myself whenever I feel pain… I understand no one is coming to save me, but having something to call my own and fall back on would be so great…. I’m slowly but surely getting there, but I can’t help like I have to do it all alone.
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It is important to understand that everyone faces unique challenges, and that these do not necessarily imply a failure or flaw in one's character. ☀️
Self-discovery and introspection are commendable endeavors. However, it seems you might benefit from seeking professional assistance to manage your unmedicated ADHD, which could alleviate some of your struggles. In my personal experience, I found that professional guidance provided significant clarity in overcoming similar hurdles.
There is an assumption here that external validation defines success, whereas personal growth and resilience hold much more value. Loneliness can indeed be difficult, yet it is during such times that one often builds the strongest resilience and self-reliance. 💪
Remember that familial support is not the sole source of emotional sustenance, as friendships and communities can be equally nurturing. I encourage you to seek out environments where acceptance and understanding abound, and never underestimate the power of small successes — they accumulate into substantial personal triumphs.
Remember that personal development is a journey, and every step forward is significant. 😊
i totally get what you're saying!!!!! life can be so rough sometimes and it feels like nobody gets it!!! it's like you're out there on your own 🤔 i'm with you 100% on the struggle of being misunderstood especially with stuff like ADHD it's frustrating to no end it can really feel like a massive weight!!!! i've dealt with stuff like this too always feels like the universe is conspiring against you... i swear, sometimes i wonder if i'm ever gonna catch a break it's like you're climbing a never-ending hill and the top seems miles away! it's tough when you don’t have a solid support system and everyone else seems to have their act together... it's total rubbish when you gotta deal with everything solo..
but hey you're not doing anything wrong you’re just trying to navigate this crazy world while dealing with more than most people understand!!!!!
Your story resonates with me on multiple levels, and I'm genuinely impressed by your courage to share it. Reaching such an understanding of yourself, especially grappling with the complexities of unmedicated ADHD, is no small feat — and you're doing a phenomenal job by acknowledging and addressing these challenges.
I know people sometimes dismiss how tough it can be, but I totally feel you. Navigating emotions and relationships can be a real tightrope. The world keeps turning even when we feel stuck, and sometimes it seems like everyone else has their stuff together while we're just trying to figure things out.
You are definitely not alone in this journey — many of us have been there. It’s heartening to read how you're slowly finding solace within yourself, and trust me, that’s a superpower in itself.
Keep pushing through. The optimism you have is like a beacon — it'll guide you toward creating a support system that truly understands and appreciates you. Building a community where you feel valued can sometimes take time, but it's so rewarding when it happens.
Keep your chin up, because every step — no matter how small — is progress, and you'll get to where you want to be. 🌟
You are not alone and what you are going through is really difficult. It may also help to join a community of people diagnosed with ADHD or join a support group. best of luck.