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Listen
To music, lyrics, and one another. While having breakfast at a hotel frequented by foreigners, a young waitress approached the table and, in a timid, polite voice, asked for the room number in English. I had to check in with myself. I decided to let her finish her well-rehearsed question. I could have stopped her…
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Balance
Improve it, and you will feel more secure with every step you take—both in mind and body. Brush your teeth while standing on one leg, and switch after counting to 30.
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Charting you journey
Get a notebook and a pen that feel good in your hands.Start journaling to reframe your thinking by refocusing your energy. Neurotypicals do this automatically, while neurodivergents need to be told, taught, or self-taught how to do it. The latter group does not easily understand the world around them, which can be frustrating. Learn a…
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Try smiling
Act – feel – think Change one and the other two will follow.
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Not going out
Stay home every now and then and spend time with yourself. Notebook, music, and enjoy some peace and quiet. Get a copy of The Cloudspotter’s Guide and enjoy recognizing the world around you.
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Prefect
Adams is right. You have to know where your towel is. AuDHD minds need to know where everything is so they can navigate more safely. Need to be able to see in the dark if you like.
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People watching
We enjoy doing it while on holiday or with a drink in the evening. Try it while waiting in line to begin a fun journey. Although one feels like one’s being watched all the time and judged perhaps. Just don’t give a fuck.
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Shrug off
Notice, however, learn to let go.
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Real life Sauna
Did you enjoy jumping into puddles as a kid? Embrace the heat, but make sure to have a wet towel with you!
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Siesta
Take the time to recharge and think. FFS, we all need it!