How this Pastor with ADHD helped others after his diagnosis at 56 - Jesse Sng
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- Опубликовано: 1 июл 2024
- Helping people runs in this Singaporean pastor’s blood. Now, after getting diagnosed with ADHD at 56, Jesse Sng is helping others seek a diagnosis too.
He recounts the benefits of diagnosis, from getting medication to manage one’s symptoms to feeling empowered with greater self-knowledge.
For ADHD Awareness Month 2022, Jesse shared with Unlocking ADHD how his diagnosis has given him - and those he has helped - much needed clarity and purpose.
Join the Unlocking ADHD support group on Facebook: / unlockingadhdsupportgroup
A pastor talking about this is so validating for me 😭
glad to hear that this helpful
Wow, I was diagnosed this year at 42. I was always great at remembering information in subjects that weren’t important. It’s nice when you know you aren’t alone.
Im crying now!!! Im 51 yr and in RT school, I study stuff thats not on exams by accident because I get so memorized about respiratory and think of ways to invent things or think of ways to help the pt more by thinking outside of the relam of what Im being taught, and then I dont do well on the exams, and of course people think Im dumb! I procrastinate until the exam is coming up because I tell
myself I cant pass anyway, because I forget everything I read because the concept is not in my hands! Some of us learn hands on by repetition and being told HOW and WHY! Thank for this video!! Praying for Gods blessings and Favor over your precious life in Jesus name!!
I always had a love/ hate relationship with ADHD. I was diagnosed at 38 as a woman. It was the shame in those seminal years of being "different" and not "accepted" was whst
I needed to be healed from. Literally an unconventional person and it was hard for me t accept that my wiring can be used for His kingdom and glory
This is beautiful crying because wow, ADHD doesn't have to hinder us from living life. Its tough, often I have to remember God loves me, still even with a diagnoses it interferes with life, relationships. Autism to I have. Often I find myself, apologising, not feeling good enough, not able to learn from mistakes as quickly. Messaging people randomly without thinking, then consequences after. Easily rejected, feeling bad more so as a Christian. 😢but I believe I sense Jesus very near, in that brokenness he is close. IAM in a church that believes not everything is demonic, but this can be healed, autism can be healed. What if it's part of me? I question I have had a bit of a faith dilemma. 😊thankyou for this channel gives alot of hope to us. Anyone struggling I hear you I pray you find peace 🕊️ amen 🙏
acceptance of oneself is an important component in the path to healing. we are all works in progress and life is part of the journey of refinement.
Thanks pastor for this😢
Great video! Thank you so much for sharing your inspiring story🙏🏼 I am 39 years old (praise God) and I suspect I may have ADHD. I am awaiting to be tested and diagnosed. Thank you for encouraging me in recognizing that it's OK to be diagnosed at any age to have a better understanding and outlook on life now knowing. God bless you ✨
thanks Diana, for your encouraging words - hope all goes well for your assessment. It is certainly never too late for a diagnosis.
Thank you for your kind comments. I'm the pastor in this video. One thing I'll have to say is that a lot of our modern church and ministry culture is not helpful for those of us who are neurodivergent.
I am amazed at what God is doing because about 50% of those who are attending our church on Sunday have either ADHD, ASD or both. That includes my entire Ministry Team.
@@jessesng1970wish I could go to your church
When he brought up all the useless information, I was like, Thats my entire life. Ive always been full of useless information. People I know will come ask me ramdom thing's they want to know or figure out , because they figure I know it.
It finally clicks for me. I cannot wait to see the light at the end of this tunnel. Thank you for sharing. I am literally in tears
thank you - we are happy to know that this resonated with you
Should i get diagnosed? Seemed to have the traits, but is it important to get diagnosed? Where is the community? I'm a believer... I'm 55 this year, only got to realise maybe i have adhd. could have done better, alqays do better with ladt minute deadline, procastinate on things that i cant find any pleasure in doing. Always think that with my intelligence i could do accomplish anything ad long i want it. But now, i realised, i am nothing without Him.
Thank you!😭🙃😵💫🤪❤
What do you do for your daughter?
Very sad as I know I can never afford treatment. I unrealistically (?) hoped that Jesus would heal me. If I at least had someone to talk to I wouldn't feel so isolated.
Hi Sue. It’s not unrealistic to believe that Jesus will heal you, actually it’s the opposite. Keep praying, keep believing. He is able to do everything. Do you have a church you go to? A pastor you could talk to? If not, pray and look for a serious church!
Hi, this is Pastor Jesse, the pastor in the video above. I never asked the Lord to heal me from this because He used my ADHD for over 50 years in spite of the times that I tripped up. It is an essential part of Who I am today and Why people come to me for help.
Even 9 months after being diagnosed and being on medication, I learnt how to change the way I used my medication so that I could WIELD my ADHD more consistently and effectively as a Strength and that it doesn't come back to bite me.
It was at that point that I realised I should not be using my meds to Eradicate my ADHD, but to use it to Enhance the best aspects of my ADHD. I have such joy today because I have NO regrets nor thoughts about "wasted years" as I now know that my best years are ahead of me!
@jessesng1970 pastor, I need to talk to you regarding this, how could I contact you... please this help is needed....just wat u said I agree God uses your adhd for his benefit....
@@jessesng1970me too I am in my fifties
@jessesng1970 Glory to God in the highest!!! Because of your video( and God lead me to your video) I just gained a level of freedom and confidence with my gift of ADHD!! What the emeny thought would hinder me GOD will use for his GLORY!! I will not give up!! I will graduate in May 24 and God will send help mate! Its NOT to late!! Blessings and Favor!!
Even though what I'm replying right now is off topic to the video up on top, I hope you'll bear with me and reply back soon.
I am someone who has a mental illness (I'm not quick to change, unwilling to, forgetful and less alertive) how can I repent for my sins other than praying and studying the bible (especially since I've kept repeating the same ones over and over again)?
I had stopped as well cause I can't accept I had it
I stoped because I felt embarrassed 🙈
I am embarrassed about it