I am!!!! I find small talk is so awkward for me. I love to listen, but when I open my mouth I feel like no one is listening and I say stupid things!!! I can talk to my best friend but if you add another person or more I can't handle the conversation.....lunch with my co-workers drains me!!!
Back in school, I zoned out a lot when the teacher would talk. In the end I would be what was it about. Even to this day at work. Yeah, when it's my turn to speak I'll say stupid things. For lunch I go to the car. The break room is very noisy. I work in a team environment which is very draining. Going to the car helps me recharge.
I've been diagnosed with ADD. I'm still confused if they're the same thing. A lot of things makes since about how I am now. I love being alone. I've worked in customer service for over 23 years(having to be the gatekeeper) and its made me hate people. Which is a double sword, because I love meeting nice people and people who I click with. Even though I love being alone, as I age I've learned it can be unhealthy.
Lol I relate alot to this. That texting feels like a big task at times. Like ugh it feels like small talk. I wish I could just give a 👍, rather than a full reply. I think being an introvert meant that I was diagnosed with ADHD at 34. Not bouncing off the walls. Being hyper on my mind and when I'm alone. It became more obvious I had a problem when at work and I couldn't organize and get things done in a timely manner.
I'm not the typical "bouncing off the walls" type either :)) However, my mind is a totally different story, it's never quiet. Always a million things going on in there lol 😆
I relate to EVERYTHING!! Omg especially when you mentioned how on the outside you seem distant but the inside you care. 😭 sorry to vent but so many people say I don’t care about things but I care v deeply it’s just hard to express it with the right words
I used to think I’d make a great astronaut due to my comfort with solitude for extensive periods of time. I once didn’t speak to another person other than a cashier at the grocery store to say “thanks” for over two weeks until my friend brought it to my attention. Who knows how long I could go. I work in a crane right now. 12 hrs a day. In a box. I don’t even notice.
As someone who has ADHD and Asperger's Syndrome. I find it hard to make friends and maintain relationships, but that's ok because I enjoy having solace and am very introverted. Also its not like I am completely devoid of company as I live with my parents and see my brother every week.
WHAT THE HELL ITS SO ME. but sometimes i think maybe i’m to overthinking and i’m making it up, but after searching information about adhd i was like oh, oh it’s literally me?? that’s a bit sad, that a lot of people think, that only extroverts might have adhd (i was really shy and quiet child, one of my friends even thinks that i can’t speak before we became friends.) also my mother said that i wasn’t not hyperactive, but on the contrary a very calm child, also i really want to talk to about everything!! but since my childhood i was afraid that someone could said that i’m too odd or just ignore me(fr that’s so annoying) so I'm usually silent and don't know what to say or when. btw i really want to visit psychotherapist to finally find out if I have adhd or it’s only my imagination :) i don’t know why i even share this lol but i really want to show my thoughts and expression to someone
Its honestly such a reassurance to see this. I had been struggling with these symptoms because they magnified in the last 2 years and felt really insecure with these, since my health deteriorated, and I lost many friends. It was only after i had a massive breakdown did i realise something was wrong and I wasn't just being moody. When igot diagnosed i was really not ready for it, yet i felt a sense of relief knowing what was happening to me. But still healing, and dealing with things i was unknowingly or unwittingly doing is a very tough task. I hope I'll get there.
There are so many people feeling and experiencing these things but we still get backlash for the way we are, I find it so sad and disheartening. Let introverts and neurodivergent people exist in peace, not everyone craves social interaction.
I struggle to consistently do hobbies I’m passionate about now or things that are fun and relaxing and when I start them I can’t finish them all the way through
I find that meds may be effective in helping you to follow through with tasks/hobbies...but you need to be genuinely interested in them in the first place :D
This is 100% me! The only long term relationships I have been able to maintain are those with people who don’t take my non responses and lack of contact personally. My best friend from kindergarten and I have gone years without talking and its no big deal. My brother HATES me because I am crappy about responding to communications and can’t stand the constant contact he requires from me for him to be happy. Social situations exhaust me . . . unless they don’t. As someone who spends a lot of time listening, I seem to be a magnet for compulsive talkers. Does anyone else have this problem?
The hyperactivity can be more mental and less external for inattentive adhd. Think of it like 100 tabs on a browser activating in no particular order, sometimes two or more at once. That’s just one aspect but hopefully it helps you.
This was so insanely spot on. Wow. Thank you! Just curious, have you looked into ASD or AuDHD? Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD together. I’ve come to feel it’s what I deal with, and your experience sounds VERY similar to my own
Any Introverts with ADHD out there? Let me know in the comments below :)
I am!!!! I find small talk is so awkward for me. I love to listen, but when I open my mouth I feel like no one is listening and I say stupid things!!! I can talk to my best friend but if you add another person or more I can't handle the conversation.....lunch with my co-workers drains me!!!
Back in school, I zoned out a lot when the teacher would talk. In the end I would be what was it about. Even to this day at work. Yeah, when it's my turn to speak I'll say stupid things. For lunch I go to the car. The break room is very noisy. I work in a team environment which is very draining. Going to the car helps me recharge.
I am
Mee
I've been diagnosed with ADD. I'm still confused if they're the same thing. A lot of things makes since about how I am now. I love being alone. I've worked in customer service for over 23 years(having to be the gatekeeper) and its made me hate people. Which is a double sword, because I love meeting nice people and people who I click with. Even though I love being alone, as I age I've learned it can be unhealthy.
At work my supervisor once told me, you're so quiet and sometimes I forget your here.
I always thought ADHD is about hyperactivity, something that exrroverts do. But reading and hearing about these feel so relatable to me.
I spend a lot of time alone, which doesn't feel lonely
Movies and music, make me cry and get emotional too
Lol I relate alot to this.
That texting feels like a big task at times. Like ugh it feels like small talk. I wish I could just give a 👍, rather than a full reply.
I think being an introvert meant that I was diagnosed with ADHD at 34. Not bouncing off the walls. Being hyper on my mind and when I'm alone. It became more obvious I had a problem when at work and I couldn't organize and get things done in a timely manner.
I'm not the typical "bouncing off the walls" type either :)) However, my mind is a totally different story, it's never quiet. Always a million things going on in there lol 😆
I relate to EVERYTHING!! Omg especially when you mentioned how on the outside you seem distant but the inside you care. 😭 sorry to vent but so many people say I don’t care about things but I care v deeply it’s just hard to express it with the right words
I used to think I’d make a great astronaut due to my comfort with solitude for extensive periods of time. I once didn’t speak to another person other than a cashier at the grocery store to say “thanks” for over two weeks until my friend brought it to my attention. Who knows how long I could go. I work in a crane right now. 12 hrs a day. In a box. I don’t even notice.
As someone who has ADHD and Asperger's Syndrome. I find it hard to make friends and maintain relationships, but that's ok because I enjoy having solace and am very introverted. Also its not like I am completely devoid of company as I live with my parents and see my brother every week.
Fellow introvert with ADHD. I identified with everything you said. We are not alone!
I think everything you just said is my characteristics, especially the racing thoughts of past failure and achievement before going to sleep.
I can absolutely relate to everything you have said!!
Glad I'm not alone in this :)
WHAT THE HELL ITS SO ME. but sometimes i think maybe i’m to overthinking and i’m making it up, but after searching information about adhd i was like oh, oh it’s literally me?? that’s a bit sad, that a lot of people think, that only extroverts might have adhd (i was really shy and quiet child, one of my friends even thinks that i can’t speak before we became friends.) also my mother said that i wasn’t not hyperactive, but on the contrary a very calm child, also i really want to talk to about everything!! but since my childhood i was afraid that someone could said that i’m too odd or just ignore me(fr that’s so annoying) so I'm usually silent and don't know what to say or when. btw i really want to visit psychotherapist to finally find out if I have adhd or it’s only my imagination :)
i don’t know why i even share this lol but i really want to show my thoughts and expression to someone
You've described me perfectly!
OMG! I have never heard a more accurate description of of me. It’s crazy.
Its honestly such a reassurance to see this. I had been struggling with these symptoms because they magnified in the last 2 years and felt really insecure with these, since my health deteriorated, and I lost many friends. It was only after i had a massive breakdown did i realise something was wrong and I wasn't just being moody. When igot diagnosed i was really not ready for it, yet i felt a sense of relief knowing what was happening to me. But still healing, and dealing with things i was unknowingly or unwittingly doing is a very tough task. I hope I'll get there.
There are so many people feeling and experiencing these things but we still get backlash for the way we are, I find it so sad and disheartening. Let introverts and neurodivergent people exist in peace, not everyone craves social interaction.
You are 100% right but world is too judgemental
Excellent video, I also relate to everything you covered. Thank you so much for making it 👏🩷 Love your the other videos as well👍💜
Thank you ❤️
I struggle to consistently do hobbies I’m passionate about now or things that are fun and relaxing and when I start them I can’t finish them all the way through
I find that meds may be effective in helping you to follow through with tasks/hobbies...but you need to be genuinely interested in them in the first place :D
@@theadhdmind9419 I have trouble maintaining interests in things and even sometimes I’m interested I can’t focus
Love this and your channel, thank you 🥰❤️
i cried watching this. i relate to every single point you said.
2:15
Everything exept for the playdate with kid and husband hting up untill this point is SO ME, oml😭
Ty this is me I thought I was alone
I am also this with MDD. issues.
Very much relatable statements 👍
Im literally crying this is MEEEE 😭
This is 100% me! The only long term relationships I have been able to maintain are those with people who don’t take my non responses and lack of contact personally. My best friend from kindergarten and I have gone years without talking and its no big deal. My brother HATES me because I am crappy about responding to communications and can’t stand the constant contact he requires from me for him to be happy. Social situations exhaust me . . . unless they don’t.
As someone who spends a lot of time listening, I seem to be a magnet for compulsive talkers. Does anyone else have this problem?
This describes me exactly.
Where is the ADHD part Fall in. How does hyperactivity pictures of calm introvert. When's hyper in the others mellow
The hyperactivity can be more mental and less external for inattentive adhd. Think of it like 100 tabs on a browser activating in no particular order, sometimes two or more at once. That’s just one aspect but hopefully it helps you.
You basically described me!! Lol
You’ve described me perfectly in three and a half minutes 😰
Thank you
This was so insanely spot on. Wow. Thank you!
Just curious, have you looked into ASD or AuDHD?
Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD together.
I’ve come to feel it’s what I deal with, and your experience sounds VERY similar to my own
I relate to this so much! If i ever get diagnosed i will update :) (please reply so i can update later)
Pretty much everything I feel
Yes very confuse as 😅for myself too
Yeah, I’m sure I’m introverted and suspect I’m ADHD as well.
I'm 39 and just realizing I might have ADHD....
Ain't that normal introvert person behavior ? I really enjoy your videos, keep the good work :)
Thank you :)
This is me