Yes! As a child I thought I was psychic because I'd get pulled into things naturally and I never realized it's exactly like a video game! I'm only just now starting to recognize this impulse to change everything all at once. In the past I'd "just" change jobs or move across the country. Lol. I've also found that I'm not a visual person at all, so sometimes I need to take photos of a space in order to fix the problems I'm encountering. For some reason I can see the issues in a photo but not in real life. Strange how brains work.
I really like this A. Learning I also have ADD a few years ago has added some context and clarity to my life. Ah yes, I understand better now. The challenge is shifting impulse and compulsion and that “itchy brain” ( I like that term; it fits) in a positive way. For me, writing has helped, taking a walk or a bike ride, listening to music, making a gratitude list, some self live affirmations and reaching out to someone I have been thinking of but have not spoken with in a while.
I really enjoyed reading your writing again! Thank you!
It's amazing how much can change when you have a better understanding of yourself, isn't it? All the things you mentioned sound very grounding and mindful, and I think it makes so much sense that getting present and in your body would be helpful when your brain feels itchy (I'm glad you like my description! It just feels right). So glad you joined us here, Larry!
Yes! As a child I thought I was psychic because I'd get pulled into things naturally and I never realized it's exactly like a video game! I'm only just now starting to recognize this impulse to change everything all at once. In the past I'd "just" change jobs or move across the country. Lol. I've also found that I'm not a visual person at all, so sometimes I need to take photos of a space in order to fix the problems I'm encountering. For some reason I can see the issues in a photo but not in real life. Strange how brains work.
Taking photos makes so much sense! The camera just "sees" things differently, so it's a change in perspective.
I really like this A. Learning I also have ADD a few years ago has added some context and clarity to my life. Ah yes, I understand better now. The challenge is shifting impulse and compulsion and that “itchy brain” ( I like that term; it fits) in a positive way. For me, writing has helped, taking a walk or a bike ride, listening to music, making a gratitude list, some self live affirmations and reaching out to someone I have been thinking of but have not spoken with in a while.
I really enjoyed reading your writing again! Thank you!
It's amazing how much can change when you have a better understanding of yourself, isn't it? All the things you mentioned sound very grounding and mindful, and I think it makes so much sense that getting present and in your body would be helpful when your brain feels itchy (I'm glad you like my description! It just feels right). So glad you joined us here, Larry!