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How do you relax/rest? (reddthat.com)

submitted 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) by souperk@reddthat.com to c/adhd@lemmy.world

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I understand that I have to relax every now and then, however I am really struggling with it, being constantly in an endless loop of:

Having a lot of energy and doing a bunch of stuff for a couple of weeks.
Getting exhausted to the point I cannot control my impulsions and wreck my daily routine
Try to rest only to fall in a depressive state for a couple of weeks.
Collect myself up and repeat from step 1.

Trying to do low effort activities like watching a series or playing video games, is addictive, I stay up late without being able to stop, and end up more tired.

The hobbies I like require focus, and that's what I am trying to avoid. Examples include programming and chess.

Going out with friends is nice but drains my social energy, after a couple of weekends out I need to stay in.

Chores sometimes work, but other times I feel guilty about the state of cleanliness of my home.

So, how do you relax/rest? Got a magic recipe? Are you struggling like me?

Edit: I just want to say this community is awesome, thanks for the support.

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[–] Nemo@midwest.social 14 points 11 months ago (4 children)

Meditation in the middle of the day, music in the morning, reading before bed

Like you already noticed, the things you do for fun are not relaxing. Fun is important, too, but relaxation also needs to be part of your routine. You can't wait until you're stressed or tired.

[–] souperk@reddthat.com 3 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) (3 children)

I cannot focus long enough for meditation, do you have an app that works for you? Any insights for someone trying to get into meditation while having ADHD?

I occasionally start reading a book, but either I get too into it and stay sleepless until it's finished, or I get bored, drop it and then feel guilty for not reading. Overall, it kinda works for me but it's not sustainable for me.

[–] Laalisaaa042@lemm.ee 1 points 11 months ago

I like to do yoga and try to meditate while I stretch. I also can't focus just sitting there, so having moving poses tends to help a lot

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