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Something I've learned about working a day job during COVID with my ADHD (which is challenging in the face of capitalism) is that taking a long break when I'm feeling over stimulated or experiencing difficulty regulating emotions is not something I should feel guilty about.
I hate the idea that I "have" to be productive in this capitalist world, but there's no way that I've found to "push through" my disability unless I take a break.
Doing my best to not feel guilty about the breaks I need. It's easier said than done; the shame with ADHD is so real
Doing my best to not feel guilty about the breaks I need. It's easier said than done; the shame with ADHD is so real
Case in point: Yesterday was one of those days. With the very loud construction (yes it's still going on, some days are better than others) and a very challenging React bug I was facing, I literally brought my face and almost started sobbing.
When I started feeling tears well up in my eyes, I stood up, watched some entertaining videos not related to work, and then breathed and tried again.
I wasn't successful, but I was not anxious.
Today I was successful.
I wasn't successful, but I was not anxious.
Today I was successful.
Patience with myself and my disability has been the best thing I've learned this year. I'm still not great at it, but I am better at taking a step back and trying to process.
