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Having hidden myself from the world due to insecurity for more than half a century, I made the decision that I just won't do it anymore. 

ADHD is a debilitating challenge to exist with.
I have suffered greatly in the course of my life, because of it.

It encompasses symptoms far more than just the inability to focus. These are but a few of the symptoms I deal with:

  • Lack of focus: Having trouble staying on task, getting easily distracted, and struggling to listen.

  • Disorganization: Difficulty keeping things in order, often forgetting to follow through on tasks.

  • Impulsivity: Making quick decisions without fully thinking them through.

  • Time management problems: Struggling with punctuality and meeting deadlines.

  • Forgetfulness: Frequently forgetting important details, appointments, or deadlines.

  • Restlessness: Feeling constantly on edge or fidgety.

  • Emotional concerns: Experiencing mood swings and having a low tolerance for frustration.

  • Relationship issues: Finding it hard to maintain stable relationships due to inattentiveness or impulsiveness.

  • Low self-esteem: Feeling insecure or having poor self-image.

  • Fatigue: Often feeling tired and lacking energy.

Left to my own devices it is far worse.

  • Mental health issues: Untreated ADHD can contribute to self harm, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.

  • Relationship problems: Difficulty maintaining stable relationships due to inattentiveness, impulsivity, and emotional instability.

  • Work and academic challenges: Struggling to meet deadlines, stay organized, and manage time effectively can lead to poor performance at work or school.

  • Financial difficulties: Impulsive spending and poor financial management can result in financial problems.

  • Substance abuse: Higher risk of developing substance abuse issues as a way to cope with symptoms.

  • Physical health concerns: Increased risk of accidents and injuries due to impulsive behavior and lack of focus.

  • Suicide attempts

I have dealt with all of the above.  And no one and nothing has been more helpful to stabilizing my mind than having a relationship with Yeshua (Jesus), the Great Physician and Healer.

I accepted Him as my Savior 28 years ago, but I always had my feet in both worlds. I just couldn't stop doing the things that my disorder led me to do. So even though I deeply wanted to walk in the ways of a born again believer, I just couldn't stop the habits that were so deeply ingrained in me. 

After 28 years of straddling both worlds, I have finally planted both feet on the solid rock of Jesus.

The key was taking that one foot, still in the world, out of it! Praise Adonai. Please go to the "ABOUT" page to read a bit of my story.


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