This week I've been battling a cold. They never show up at a convenient time (if there is such a thing). I'm in the middle of preparing for the launch of a new program, so need to be able to think and focus, I have a deadline to meet for my artwork and it's also busy with family catch-ups as we have seven birthdays in the space of 2 weeks. With the sniffles, coughs, head congestion and general feeling unwell comes disturbed sleep, limited focus and lack of motivation. The old me would have swallowed the cold pills and pushed through Since being part of this group, though, I’ve noticed that I’m valuing myself, and my health, a little more. So, I’ve taken my foot off the accelerator. I’m still moving, just at a slower pace. I’ve let go of the expectation that everything needs to be finished or prepared well in advance, and I’ve allowed myself time to rest. The tasks will still be there tomorrow. Resting now means I’ll be in a much better place to deal with them when I’m feeling well again. What are you more likely to do when you’re unwell? Push through or take time to heal?

Today I was really tired and just struggled along. I got a few things done, but then got aggravated after trying to figure out health insurance. After that, I just didn’t want to do anything else and so I didn’t. Now I feel down because I wasn’t productive. Now I’m scrolling on my phone trying to make myself feel better instead of following a protocol that I haven’t really setup yet. Any advice for how to avoid letting myself get so down on myself? I appreciate you all!!

Hi, My name is Lyn. I am 69 years old and after having my daughters diagnosed with ADHD ;that I have been struggling with the same things that led to their diagnosis. I am hoping to start finding a way out of the never ending Maze that life feels like.

This week is awful I am ready for it’s end I repeat awful

Recently diagnosed at 53 and feeling relief. I hope to learn how my brain works to help me create each day without confusion