Is this real?

[Benny_Brady]

There are so many things racing in my head right now I don’t know where to start. I realize that I can no longer go on living with my existing condition. My father recently passed away in October. He was a liver transplant (2) survivor. He’s in a better place.

I spent thanksgiving with my mother, along with a son and daughter. Mom and I made you tube videos about how to cook the thanksgiving meal. It was while watching my self on video where I realized I needed to get help.

To a family or public viewer, the published content may be funny. When I view it , however, I see things that are going on inside my head. I’m ready to change. I have to change because I can no longer breathe, think, and ....... relax !

[GatsbyCat]

Hello Benny_Brady,

WELCOME to the group! We're here to help each other figure this stuff out.

What have you done about diagnosis so far?? In order for us to get any counseling, therapy and medication that needs to happen. You noted that you've waited this long and can not live with it anymore, so clearly this is the moment to change!! We are all capable of doing it and it starts with that step.

I've had ADHD my whole life but have only gotten help with it this past year 2020 thru diagnosis, CBT therapy and now medication. Feeling better, but its a long, Long LONG process to learn how to modify behavior and change yourself.

Recommend a few different resources;

Book. Taking charge of adult adhd by Russell a. Barkley, phd

Website. Http://additudemagazine.com

It takes courage to take this step, so congratulations on a new beginning. 2021 can be a great success if you want it to be and put in the effort.

Best wishes on this journey of life!

Regards

GatsbyCat

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[RollingThunder]

OMG, please give yourself some love. Your Father’s passing is a huge huge sorrow. My dear sister is passing away and I almost went crazy until I got back on medication. Her passing is a two edged sword I love her very much but she has been very unkind to me as well. So, it is a love hate sorrow. I can relate to the emotional stress this adds to the very stressful life we are all living through right now. You need to grieve the loss of your Father. The pain you feel needs to be respected and felt. I wish you well. Hugs 🤗