I keep inadvertently hurting my mom and husband with my wording, of normal conversation, and sometimes confrontation. Idk what I’m doing wrong. I’m in therapy. She said I need to start with my self talk first. She says the way I talk about myself is hurtful as well. Just wondering if this is an ADHD thing, or just a human thing…
When it comes to communication, especially in the workplace, two things that help me are being transparent about having ADHD and keeping one of the “four agreements” in mind: “What others think or say about you had nothing to do with you.” What people say and think is a reflection of themselves. There are people who believe that there is no such thing as ADHD and others will say that we use it as a crutch. With the knowledge that I’m doing the best I can with what I know to manage my ADHD and its symptoms helps me to focus on me and ignore condescending opinions. It felt weird at first, but I will look into the mirror and talk to myself like I would my friend to remind me of my strengths. I’m in therapy, too. Finding the right therapist, if you go that route, is crucial. I absolutely believe this is ADHD related because we ADHDers think and understand things differently. Be kind and gentle with yourself.
I think it may involve adhd or smt, im not entirely sure but i struggle with the same thing, it really sucks
yes.... I don't know how to bring up subjects sensitivily...
Communication is incredibly difficult. I offend people continuously or am misunderstood. I agree with mindfulness. Practice restraint instead of speaking your thoughts out loud when you’re around certain people who take you wrong. Just keep on trying. Also, maybe it’s them and not you. Hahah good luck
