Just completed the ADHD Awakening Assessment, and one realisation floored me. For years I told myself "I get bored and quit everything." But my own words proved the opposite - I finish anything that's mine and that I can watch grow from nothing into something good. I don't quit. I come alive under the right conditions. And that dream of a rescue home for mistreated animals? Turns out it ticks every one of them.

I found this online about Auditory Processing differences which some might find interesting Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) Auditory processing differences make sound harder to interpret, especially in noisy settings, and are common in autism and ADHD. Auditory processing differences describe difficulty processing and interpreting sounds, even when hearing tests come back “normal.” This isn’t about volume or ear function. It has to do with how the brain sorts, filters, and makes sense of sound. These differences often become most noticeable in noisy or complex environments, where background sounds blend with speech. Conversations can be harder to follow, verbal instructions easier to lose, and distractions more difficult to filter out. Over time, the extra effort it takes to decode sound can add to the strain of navigating places like school, work, or social gatherings, leaving people more tired or anxious. Auditory processing challenges are more common in ADHD, where attention regulation affects how sound is prioritized. They’re also seen in Autisticpeople, where sensory differences shape how sound is experienced. Supports like captions, transcripts, and access to quieter spaces can make a meaningful difference. Naming auditory processing differences can also reduce shame — this isn’t about “not paying attention” or “being difficult,” but about how the brain processes sound.

@Renee Kers @Jim Ebbelaar 11.5K MEMBERS. WOW our community is growing rapidly. Welcome to all the new members. Please feel free to ask questions and share whatever you are comfortable with. This is a safe space and everyone is very supportive and friendly

Just did the first part of my Operating Manual and realized the "what the fuck are you talking about" look I keep getting isn't proof I'm the problem. I'm wired to reach conclusions faster than the room can follow, and every fix I tried failed because it started at the wrong layer.

Good day, I’m 53 year old male located in Mount Holly, NC. I have not been diagnosed with ADHD, although I exhibit many traits of having it. It’s something I will bring up soon with my Primary Care Advisor. I have a false belief where it’s better not to share what’s wrong, as to not show weakness. For now I take a nootropic, and I listen to audio files to help me focus. The onboarding interaction illuminated patterns of behavior I had on repeat, and it was a very valuable exercise. I look forward to connecting here with everyone, feel free to drop a hello.