ADHD is a Bigger part of my life than I Realized
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- Опубликовано: 16 янв 2022
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You two got my name right! It’s pronounced like “con”. Or like genghis “khan”.
I genuinely just appreciate what you share on this channel. It’s real and very relatable to my life. Take care and I’m excited to see what you got!!!
I’ll give you a hint. It’s a sign. And it’s gonna announce our biggest project of the year.
@@GeneNagata oh my goodness. Could it be?!? Wait no… I think I know but not sure?!? How exciting!!!!
Going to keep the guess to myself. In case I’m right haha.
@@GeneNagata I guessed that when I saw your squeegee
You're a generous man, keep it up :D
Dylan gave the best description ever of how an ADHD person makes plans.
It's never a plan, it's always an idea followed by something that looks like organization but is far from being organized.
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The fear of taking medication is real, especially the part where its scary that you suddenly become boring. Nothing to fear though since from experience, being on meds is just like being able to take back the remote control. The energy is still the same, the fun is still the same, just more focused... and you actually are able to stick with boring things just a tiny bit longer than being off meds.
Tottaly argee. I have autism and adhd and the medication for Adhd does help so extremly. And i'm still my self. But in netherlands you need to go to a doktor to get agreetment for medicine
Totally agree!
@@PyroKalfje my partner has ADHD medication but doesn't like the side affects. They get nauseated, can't really eat and in fact does have less energy. Yes, they can focus more but use it so sparingly that they could open their own pharmacy by now lol
Hey! Would love to have you on to talk about the neuroscience and psychology of ADHD if you are interested!
love love love for you to have gene on your stream, Dr. K!
Oh I’m so Down! I just binged some of your ADHD videos and I can definitely learn a lot from you!
Having the diagnosis is a huge step in acknowledging you may need to take different steps than a neuro-typical will.
Even without medication. The diagnosis can also help with the self talk too. Instead of feeing so incompetent for not being able to do basic things, it helps get you hyped up that more effort may be required for the basics.
Working memory and short term memory is a real battle with ADHD. Losing shit all the time Haha
Most of all ignore almost all the advice the neuro-typicals give haha. They think the solution is as simple as “just make a to do list” fucking lol. As if it was that simple. I have books and books filled with to do lists that never got followed. I still make to do lists but is such a small part of battle
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^ this!! So much truth here. A todo list solves so little problems, the longer that list gets the less you get done.
At least you and gene get stuff done, you guys are so high functioning. Cam + Editing work has so many steps to it, i commend u guys. I gotta get back on stimulants cos i'm struggling as of late 🤙🏽
You too?!?! I have a feeling a good portion of us creatives my have this issue. I'm still undiagnosed... because I can't convince myself to make the appointment.
@@mikeglassburn make the appt...you dont want to wake up 10 years from now in a life that is a disorganized mess. Trust me, i was diagnosed late 20's, was skeptical of the whole thing b/c i did very well in school/college (graduated cum laude, w/a 3.7 in my major) + never had a problem. Took the medication for a year and then blew it off. Definitely regret it many years later. At least try it + see how it affects you. Also, if you can see a specialist in adhd + you click w/that person, these people can be a tremendous help. You may not need medication long term, but the help + coping skills may transform your life and take it to the level you want to be. Also, alot of my issue that was holding me back was built up shame of underachieving after i grad college, that stuff needs to be talked out, so u can live ur best life. Good luck bro!
This was the video we needed!! Love the transparency on this
The collab I never expected!
One of the main things that has helped with my ADHD over the years is working out 5-6 times a week to the point of exhaustion. It worked better than all the meds that were prescribed for me and within a few months of starting the workout routine I was able to get off all my meds and have been medication free for 15 years or so now.
That isn’t an option for everyone. Tried something like that and ended up in an MRI machine for the first time. And had surgery. Working out “to exhaustion” doesn’t sound healthy at all.
@@Meatwad650 overtraining isn't something anyone should do, but working out to the point of exhaustion certainly has its benefits. Exhausted and overtraining are not the same thing.
@@Bobbymartinez481 Depends. How long does it take? If your mental health requires 4 hours of gym time every day then it starts to sound like unhealthy behavior.
@@Meatwad650 that would be the definition of overtraining. Overtraining can happen in 30 minutes or 2 hours, it's not time dependant. As such most people from your average person up to an including athletes can adequately and safely train to exhaustion in an hour or even under. I'm not advocating training to the point of overtraining. I'm saying safely train to the point you are exhausted, there's a plethora of health benefits in doing so.
@@Bobbymartinez481 And I’m not a fan of telling people that “exercise and fresh air” are solutions for mental health problems. Unless you’re an appropriately accredited professional, of course.
Bro, from what I've seen, a lot of people who work in the creative environment have ADHD... a lot of people! ADHD really breaks us.
Time management: Terrible
Personal Organization: Terrible
(look, I can edit this video in 3 hours.... 2 days later I finish editing)
Focus on what we love to do: great!
Being an ADHD has been a big challenge in my life and career!
Blessings brother.
Gene, here are my thoughts on the meds. For reference, I'm 39 years old and just got an ADHD diagnosis this year. I am successful in all outward aspects of society; I have a bachelor's, a few months away from finishing my second master's degree, financially stable, etc. I've done lots of introspection in the last year and recognized that many of my quirks and behaviors, such as placing my keys in the exact same spot every time I come home, or placing myself in high-stress work environments, or enjoying riding motorcycles well above safe speed limits are all ways my brain has tried to cope with my ADHD. In all reality, my work output is viewed as high performing because I'm great under pressure when literal lives depend on it because that's what my brain needs in order to optimize conditions to work properly. On the flip side, I'm a terrible planner and executer in my personal life. When I started meds, it allowed me to reduce needing high stress in the forms of danger or deadlines for me to focus my attention on what needs to be done. Your medical team should be able to start you out on meds and play with dosages and types over time to get it all dialed in without you losing your personality. Also, keep in mind you don't always need to take them. Some days when I know I need to slog through mundane tasks, I'll be sure to take my meds to help me get through it. Other days when I want to relax or allow my mind to wander (road trips especially), I don't take them. I shared your fear of a stigma attached to drugs and getting help because it meant that I was broken. However, I am very thankful I finally got some help, and more importantly, started along the same path you are on to understand myself better. I sincerely hope this helps, even a little.
Hi Gene, I was diagnosed with ADHD in college and started taking medication for it. I understand the that there can be a stigma behind medication, my parents didn't really understand that ADHD could be affecting my schooling or daily life but they eventually learned after I helped them understand. I think of the medication as a double edged sword, it really helped me concentrate but it also increased my anxiety. I eventually learned how to help my manage ADHD with exercise, music and without medication. I would say try the medication and see if it works out for you, everyone's ADHD experience is different and it could really benefit your life. Also something as simple as a walk and listening to music helps me out a lot, especially when I'm feeling overwhelmed with my inability to do anything else before I complete a task. I really enjoy your content and I look forward to seeing your progress!
I was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 36 last year...and it was so freeing to get a better understanding of how my brain works. So now I give myself tasks in a way that works for my brain. It was also explained to me that ADHD brains come with a bunch of great things - like the fact that we are able to take on new information, systems and ideas much faster than other people. We can also come up with solutions faster!
I think People with ADHD are also more creative
There's one really important thing to remember, Gene, as an older person discovering how acute your ADHD is. You've ALREADY created coping mechanisms to deal with it. You've been living your entire life using these coping mechanisms without realizing that's what you were doing. I'd bet money that you create lots of lists of things so you forget less. Coping mechanism. You sometimes can't find something even though it's RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU. Airtag... coping mechanism. It can be overwhelming to learn that you've been fighting a battle with both arms tied behind your back for much of your life. Behaviors and situations from your past that didn't make any sense will suddenly have a fresh explanation. Just remember, you've been coping with it for a long time even before you knew it had a name. Thank you so much for sharing your vulnerability with us.
Basically Gene's survival is entirely dependent on Kari. LOL
lol 😂
But yeah, Kari is gold. ❤️ 😊
I was diagnosed with ADHD last year. Meds helped me immensely, and actually helped my creativity. I worry about/get distracted by things less now, and as a result I'm able to focus on my edits and put out my best work.
Also, when I was unmedicated, if I had to take my attention away from an edit, the chances of me getting back to it in a timely manner were close to zero. Now I'm able to go help make dinner, do dishes, etc, and I'm able to pick up right where I left off pretty easily.
ADHD is no joke. Having lived with someone with it, it's amazing once they get the help they need. Good on you for taking that on Gene👍
For one with autism and an attention disorder it's always good to hear others with an npf diagnosis describing how it affects their life!
After my dad was diagnosed with ADHD, he got the things to help him, once he got on the medications it was a change, he just seemed more focused. I wish you a happy early birthday Gene and good luck with renovations!
Hi Gene! I am an undiagnosed ADHD but i do have almost all the signs. I discovered that after I finished studying nursing and with the comments of other medical professionals as well. So hey!
Loving that the vlog is back
Just wanted to say thank you for this video. Love your stuff, been following both channels for years as I'm also an aspiring RUclipsr. And now I think I also have ADHD. Because of you. I watched the TED talk and found myself shaking my head at everything she was saying. Then I had my wife watch it and she confirmed it..."OMG! That's YOU!!" So now I'm getting tested. Oh, by the way, I'm 59. I seriously can't thank you enough. I never would have guessed in a million years I had ADHD, not even remotely suspected it! But now....it explains my whole crazy mixed-up life. Seriously, thank you!!! - Chuck Underwood
As a person with ADD, the best way I've heard it described is not that you can't focus on anything, but that you focus on EVERYTHING. For me, that's definitely true. I then get overwhelmed by the thought of all that needs to be done, which stresses me out and then I avoid doing any of it. It's like I can't make sense of things on my plate. At other times, I'll get hyper-focused on one thing, ignoring other important things. Methylphenidate works well for me and allows me to be more productive. It's like I can juggle more things at once. Other things that help: habit patterns & structure, a de-clutttered and simplified workspace, a regular sleep pattern, and deadlines. Chaos is the enemy of the ADD/ADHD person. Good luck on your journey Gene.
I seriously love you guys. So positive.
You guys are so great. Thank you for sharing the ups and downs.
I may have ADHD but in my culture it’s frowned upon as if you’re weak or not useful. Mental health in general which is sad to talk about but important. Issues should always be addressed instead of sweeping them under the rug. Will make things worse in the long run.
Thanks for the inspiration to get it treated.
Love you guys, from Kenya with love
Thanks for sharing Gene, I think it can for sure help others too 🙏
You two are awesome and I'm pulling for you all to get through all the house troubles, but when you look into the camera at 12:49 and talk about your audience being a valuable resource for troubleshooting, it's very sweet.
I'm so grateful for this. Thank you so much for spreading the word!
Thanks for keeping it real. You show the good and the bad. I love that about you two.
I cant wait to see what you do with the couch box.
Welcome to the club! Been diagnosed now for 3 years and it’s a fantastic feeling when you finally realise why things just didn’t seem to “click” like everyone else whilst growing up 👍🏻
Gene, I'm so glad that you made a video about this and looked into ADHD more. I also have ADHD and it was so nice to hear about your struggles because I relate to literally all of them. I hope all of your leak issues and finishing your home renovation goes well.
Kari’s face when you said you spent the money 😂🤣🤣
Gene! I Recently got diagnosed myself and I was also wary of trying the medication but I honestly wanted to experience what the potential was having also done lots of research, RUclips is my full time too, all I’m gunna say is please try at least for a couple of weeks. My mind used to be a racing track of ideas and thoughts that are go 100% of the time. Hard starting new videos, terrible time management etc, the list is huge. The clarity it has given me is incredible, I’m more engaged, don’t get distracted nearly as easy, can focus on getting things completed like never before and I don’t stress when there’s multiple things on the go. But the biggest one is my mind is ‘quiet’ .. that’s the only way I can describe it. I feel like a different person, Happy to chat if you want more insight 🤙🏻
Your videos aways bring me a smilenwhen I am having a bad day. Thanks so much for counting to posting
I’ve learned so much about cameras and video. Like everything that fits my needs and style mostly because of u and the squad. Ima take the jump this year go head first 🤕😅 into it thanks yall 💯
Been a little worried about you man. Wishing you good luck! Love your videos!
I really appreciate the goal settings, the work and accomplishments. It's always inspiring to watch the struggle and the excitement that is just figuring out what to do in life. I'm just enjoying all the vlogs!
This is a great video. I have ADHD also and you are giving me a lot of information. I want to hear more. Keep up all the good stuff. Thanks.
You two are the nicest and sweetest people on Earth! :) Love you guys
Once the feeling of wanting to do it goes away - OMG MY LIFE MY LIFE. I Also got diagnosed with adhd last year after being pretty sure I had it my whole life. I’ve had adderall before being diagnosed and yes it was literally like “oh my god is this what it’s like to feel normal?” I could finally hear myself think it was amazing and what motivated me to get tested. …I also got an amazing amount of editing done lmao
The way Kari loves you the way you are is something super special. Really lovely to watch! Keep it up!
Sending you lots of love and good vibes. Gene, I’ve dealt with ADHD my entire life. I didn’t know what was going on until I was 37 years old. It was a shock and an awakening for me. I’ve utilized coping strategies for years and they’ve been fantastic. Though I have setbacks from time to time but as long as I practice my coping techniques and above all, remind myself of the tools I’ve learned over the years I’m going strong. Stay strong Gene, this doesn’t own you or define you. You are a wonderful person and I’m wishing you all the best.
Every new video is like meeting old friends and having fun. It always fills me up with a good energy. Thank you for that 😉
11:38 man you took the words right out of my mouth. I have always wanted to get diagnosed and seek some help with it. It is so hard to run a company when you are so passionate but only in pulses. Also the amount of "hobbies" I pick up does not help my wallet. I am on to something new every 3-4 months and it drives my wife crazy lol.
The cutest ending. Also big ups on your journey! Understanding yourself and your brain is gonna be huge.
I was receently diagnoesd with having ADHD at 26, and after getting treatment I can finally think clearly and stick to things with out jumping around. Crossing the motivational bridge can be hard sometime, but i am working hard to better myself. Good luck on your ADHD journey!
Happy early birthday, Gene! I just happened to fly in to LA to celebrate my birthday along with my mom and aunt’s birthdays this week and next. Aunt lives in beautiful Santa Barbara. I barely escaped the winter weather in NC. Keep up the good work and good luck with the ongoing battles of home ownership. I just bought a new one myself, so I totally understand the struggle.
Thanks for being vulnerable and talking about your struggle with ADHD. I can highly relate to everything you're talking about. Especially getting stuck on certain things because your mind won't let you do anything else. I started my medication journey this year and I say journey because in some ways it's been a huge plus and in other ways it's been very frustrating. A big plus is it's helped me transition tasks a lot easier and helps my mind not to get stuck on things as easy and has somewhat helped with my dyslexia as well. The frustrating part is it limited some of the highs and lows of my emotions. Helping with the lows has been great but accomplishing a task or finishing a goal hasn't been as satisfying. Overall it's been a positive for me being on medication but I'm curious to see what that looks like long-term for me. In the end the hardest part is to see what works and what doesn't. Medications can affect everyone differently and sometimes it takes a while for your body and mind to adjust for you to see if it's working or not. My advice is to be patient and don't be afraid to use medication as a tool if needed. With ADHD our brains have a chemical imbalance for better or worse so it's never a bad idea to see what options you might have for rebalancing if it is hindering your everyday life.
From someone whom has ADHD, I take it into a positive side of me and let it embrace myself as my true self! You keep doing everything that makes you happy Gene!
Ayy my comment was on the video Woooo lol
I was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. Just as you say, suddenly everything made sense to me. This is a new beginning for the both of you!
Your vlog really helped me out. Going through renovation myself, I just hired people for the medium and advanced stuff and I do painting walls and simple stuff. Please keep this shessh up!
Ah dude you hit me with a lot of good notes about ADHD, really resonated with me, especially the I get excited about a project, try to plan it, brainstorm, and then by the time it’s the day of the shoot, I have ZERO interest in doing it!
That’s why my desk is often a mess with my camera gears and music gears, so that if that spark of inspiration comes through, I’m able to just lay it down and do it!
Thanks for sharing your experience with it.
Kari is so supportive!
I started ADHD medication last year and holy crap it is the only reason I'm doing well in college. My thought process is still the same, but now I'm able to force myself to do things that I'm not impulsively trying to do. Medication definitely isn't the route for everyone, but I definitely recommend giving it a try.
I also had a very similar experience after I got diagnosed last year when I learned just how much it impacted me. It's really nice to see you taking that same journey and sharing it openly. It honestly gives me hope that one day I won't have to constantly worry about people assuming that I'm just using ADHD as a weak excuse to be lazy.
Best of luck in finding how you can manage it!
I started on my own ADHD journey 3 years ago and my advice is yes it’s real, medication helps a lot and the learning will keep continuing from there. I’ve devoured books like crazy since - have much better daily habits and can channel my creativity instead of it dragging me all over the world place. You’re going to learn a lot about yourself 👍 As for the first time I took the medication - it was experiencing quietness for the first time in my whole life. Good luck on your journey Gene! Just remember again - meds are indeed like glasses for the first time You’ll see way better but then it’s up to you to keep learning and growing as a person from there on
Gene.
This is an amazing thing that you're doing using your platform to talk about your struggles with mental health. And SO openly. Not just for all the people who it has clearly resonated with who have ADHD, but also for anyone who watches your channel and has struggles related to mental health.
It's often tough for partners to cope with mental health struggles in the ones they love too, so showing how you and Kari interact on this will really help them as well.
I came for Potato Jet, I stayed for Gene Nagata. Lots of love to you both. x
My dogs were already saved by airtags. By the time I knew they were gone, it told me where there were 3 minutes earlier ... and allowed me to drive over there and find them, 2 blocks away. Anyways, Stella and Coop endorse airtags to keep your dogs safer. Keep up the great work, very fun to watch your personal vlog!!
Gene, you explaining your experience dealing with your ADHD is exactly what I needed right now. I’m 22, newly living away from family and doing a Masters Degree in film. I felt the burn out over the holiday period and I’ve just started a long Trimester at University with one class being a theory class (I have been struggling to read books and long articles for a few months now). This class has honestly made me super nervous and stressed. But with your clarity, honesty and openness I feel more relieved and hopeful. I also want to research more on the subject and hopefully learn more about how my brain works. Thank you!
Good morning Potato heads. 🥔 hers to you making sure life stays interesting.
Was diagnosed 4 years ago at 32. Super helpful knowing as you can set up systems to help you out in everyday situations.
Medication has been great however I stopped during lockdown as the pace of life was such that I felt like I didn't need it. Now that life is a bit more full pace I am thinking about getting back on it as I'm having a hard time at the moment starting things and completing tasks. My feeling is I think everyone with ADHD should experience it, then they can make their own decisions as to how they move forward. Try not to focus on the negatives of meds, there are some side effects I experienced but it was definitely more positive in how I became more methodical in my day today.
Thanks for talking about your experience it's really encouraging to hear. Gives me hope as I've been getting more into your line of work in the last year and a half and finding it's a great fit with someone with ADHD.
I have my first appointment on the 25th too! Been waiting for months due to covid delays, plus the 31 years before I figured it out for myself. I feel like I've already learned a lot about myself since joining the dots together, but really looking forward to finally (maybe) getting an official prognosis & expert advice 🤓
Happy early birthday Gene!
Its all gone workout how you need it to dawg 🤞🏿
I'm with you on the inability (or maybe lack of desire) to plan. I had to learn to work around this somewhat for my job but I had no idea it was an ADHD trait. One of my good friends once told me on my 21st birthday that I lived in a "wavy world" which sums me up pretty well. Now I'm going to check out the TED talk. Thank you both for sharing some of your life with us!
Dude thank you so much for speaking on ADHD. I deal with it as well (diagnosed as a child, stopped treating it in my teens) and I need to get help for it but I’ve been stubborn. It has held me back in life, slowed me down from progressing with my creative efforts and wanting to start a video/photo business. Seeing people like you and others talk about it gives me the push to want to do something about it. Thank you!
Hey Gene! Love the video! Super relatable!
I was clinically diagnosed w/ ADHD at 9, took medication between 9-13, stopped. Struggled in my young adult life mentally, never understanding why (24 now). Recently got w/ psychiatrist, got back on medication (ADXR) and I feel what I imagine what normal feels like😂. Been amazing so far (been on it for a month now), super focused, can manage things better, be more of myself. Agreed, like putting on glasses for the first time haha. I was very anti-medication as well but realized that my ADHD is something that is out of my control to manage, after trying several years to cope w/ it. If taking medication means being able to live my best life and be the best version of myself, worth it. Hope this finds you well!
Thank you for sharing this. As somebody with ADHD who struggled their entire life, the more people share the more people realize that it’s OK.
Gene. This was An awesome video. Thank you for sharing your experience. It does help those with similar brains. :)
@ 4:00 meant “resonated”? Good video!! ADHD is serious stuff and glad when people use their platform to share personal realities which are very real for so many.
So I JUST went through this barely a month ago. Knew I might have some traits of ADHD but ignored it for a while until just recently I’m like wait no that’s 100% me every single day, it all makes sense. Especially being self employed and into creative work I fully relate to it. Just started medicine myself and gotta say it does help, and all the things I was worried about don’t seem to be an issue. So cool and inspiring to see other creatives struggling with the same thing yet also find ways to be successful, and it’s probably only uphill from here for you!
HI Gene! i am a person with severe ADHD and i have recently just figured it out.
all this time I thought i had OCD because i was easily distracted by the things that are happening around me and lose focus and prone to many small accidents
sadly for me being in an underdeveloped country, my parents and people around me have no idea what it is and will not understand or acknowledge it.
i was always told i am clumsy and was told to get over it.
That is also part of the reason i felt so left out in my childhood.
i am turning 23 this year and hope to have more control over what i do.
i am really thankful that you shared this.
i get a sense that even people i look up to have ADHD and that gives me hope and not like i am alone in this.
cheers from the other side of the world
Got diagnosed with adhd about a year and a half ago. At that point my grades were at their worst. Even with the diagnosis, and an adderall prescription, it took me about a year to start doing well in my classes. The diagnosis and the meds weren’t a cure all, because I still had to learn study skills, time management, all of that jazz from the ground up. But it did get better, even if it took time. So be patient with yourself, you’ll get there.
5:57 I think that's called Hyperfocus, pretty common among people with ADHD.
Know it all to well.
Possibly hypervigilance?
I wish i knew you were coming to Calgary. I would have loved to meet you both in person to Thank you for years of fun and entertaining videos. Thanks for always making my day!
I went onto meds recently and it's been a ride! Like, previously I would be "switching channels" constantly, but now I'll start a project in the morning and practically work straight into the afternoon. It's a little hard to remember to drink enough water and eat, at times, but after my body got used to the medication I have seen a notable improvement in my overall condition. It has been positive for me!
Medication has ENLIGHTENED ME. I definitely understand the fear but it's absolutely mind-boggling to think that a lot of my hiccups in the past might have been helped by this!!
Even with that all said I'm definitely functional without it and there are some days where I choose not to take cause it does affect my mood ever so slightly. You just have to know yourself and decide if meds are for you!
The glasses analogy is perfect for ADHD. I did well in school, but it always seemed like I had to struggle so much harder to do it than others. Then in grad school I finally started taking medication, and suddenly everything was so much easier. There are still struggles, don’t get me wrong, but be afraid to try it! Who knows what your true potential might be if you stop getting in your own way.
I am an undiagnosed ADHD but I share a lot of your struggles. Like for instance, when I have a hard editing deadline.. I'll sit down to edit and the next thing I know 10 hours have passed and I havent done shit and no clue how it happened. Or Ill be come obsessive with doing something when I have other priorities that NEED to get done, but I just cant do them until the thing im obsessing about is done. Which leads me to the issue with the house. Personally, I cannot focus on a task unless my space is semi clean and in its place for my mind to even try to focus. Routines reallyyyy help me, mostly for like daily type tasks and such, which would make sense on why you cant focus while your house is being remodeled.
I can't tell you how happy it makes me to find out that you also struggle with this. I've admired your content for years and it just makes me feel not alone ❤️
Rx definitely does help also. I"m still in the early stages of my diagnosis as well and 40. I've learned to accept it more...kind of like my superpower. It informs my creativity too, and I can tell it does yours as well. Such as I love your editing choices and my friend can't stand how many jumpcuts you do in your videos 😄. Anything less and I'd be bored!
I only learnt I had ADHD 3 years ago, at the age of 30. That Hyperfocus is what got me into being a professional Photographer 6 months after picking up my first camera.
It also helped explain a lot of my bad habits and issues throughout my life and ease the constant feeling of not being like other people.
Since finding out I've also been keeping an eye out for invasive thoughts and unnecessary thoughts like "why don't my friends contact me" when I realised, the issue was me not contacting them enough.
I was just diagnosed last month and started medication. It’s been life changing! The best analogy I can give is that it puts a zoom lens on things. Like instead of always taking in every thought, piece of info, etc, you’re able to focus in on the task at hand. Also no more having to motivate myself to do something that needs to be done! I was scared about it affecting my personality too but I haven’t noticed it. Also you can take immediate release meds that last for 3-6 hrs and allow you to take as needed vs having to take it every day and last all day. Hope this helps!
I haven't gotten diagnosed, but the symptoms are definitely present. I'm interested in seeing your journey.
No worries buddy 👍 life has away of giving you so many ways to succeed.
Love that the vlog is back! Miss Steve and Sam though..
I have been planning a video on ADHD for awhile. As a 43 years old with ADHD which I can't medicate it is very hard to finish projects. I love when I have a manic episode which I get super hyperfocus its great but my ability to keep track of keys and wallets can be difficult but more over trying to deal with people whom don't understand can be stressful. I didn't get diagnosed until my mid twenties. I also suffer from bi-polar mood disorder and insomnia all of which can be a a hellfire storm of maximum proportions. I'm working on management but easier said then done. Love your content always good stuff!!
MAN!!!! This has been such a opening video for me. My younger sister has told me several times that I display all the symptoms of someone who has ADHD. In some way I am not sure what steps to take. Making a appointment for a doctor is a real fear of a legitimate diagnoses. This video really has made me realize I need to take that step. I just want to manage it correctly.
Gene and Kari, your vulnerability to share with your life stories, it makes us care for you guys more than the camera gear you review. We're in your corner and we, also can't wait for your beautiful house and your home in the end! Consider this your main channel and PotatoJet is your side hustle.
ALSO, release some PJ merch, PLEASE!
I recently got re-diagnosed (was diagnosed as a 10 year old but now I’m 16 so there have definitely been some maturity/development changes since then and so I re-tested last month) and while I’ve found meds to be super helpful, I think the biggest benefit to me is a better understanding of my brain. Being able to sit down with someone who can help me identify strengths and weaknesses and has ideas and knowledge about how to strengthen my brain has been incredible! It’s been said in this comments section already but meds aren’t necessarily a bad thing and many people (including myself) have had good experiences with them. I’m so glad you are getting diagnosed though, it’s the first step to understanding yourself!
That lady who did that ted talk has her own channel dedicated to helping people like us out! It's definitely worth checking out
Hello brains 🙂 I love her so much she has helped be a lot.
I am in the music industry and my job is one that needs to be creative but also corporate minded. Having ADHD in this setting is so difficult. People love the results of being energetic and being a creative mind, but they dont like the process of this way and having ADHD have such a huge impact on everything I do. Great video!
Just started taking meds (adderall xr) last week. I was on the fence about it for a long time, but when I heard the analogy of ADHD is like diabetes of the brain, it kind of made me re-think my stance on getting help for it. Dr. Russell Barkley has a ton of great info here on YT about ADHD.
Hey Gene! I was diagnosed as a wee lad and around Highschool decided (as a kid) that it was affecting my energy too much and I would have low points at in opportune times. Really though, school wasn't made for me. Waking up early and sitting in a classroom. . . in hindsight makes more sense that school was the problem. As my psych told me. . . a lot of people seek assistance in their 30s to help organize their brains and get life together. Up until this point I feel like I've been coping with everything from school to work and feel like its had a huge negative impact on past jobs. I've started trying different medications. Starting medication felt extremely whacky. I pulled staples out of a chair that I was reupholstering for about 4 hours straight. It evened out eventually and I felt some clarity, less brain fog and more efficient when I needed to be. The medicine is a tool and should be used with other tools (lists, reminders, whatever works for you) to help keep on track with the things that I want to accomplish. So far I'm for it however it does feel weird to be taking medication that can change you so dramatically but at 35 . .. I'll try anything to try to push my career where I want it to go and accomplish the things I've dreamed of doing.
Gene described that kid as if it was King Kong 😂
Thank you for making this video! I got diagnosed a few months ago at 26 and it's a trip for me to realise I have had ADHD this whole time. It makes so much sense and also learning more about stuff like the time thing you were talking about has helped me to understand myself a lot!
On another hand ✋ I don't use medication but I take vitamins (sounds corny I know) people with ADHD have deficiency in b6 and a few other things that if we supplement it helps a lot. I HIGHLY recommend L-tyrosine And lion's mane and some b6 and magnesium. It's helped me a lot and I hope if you see this it can help you to if you decide to try an alternative route.
(it takes a few days of trying the vitamins to see an affect. That's what I found at least)
Thanks again for making this video!
I’ve been clinically diagnosed with adhd since a wee lad (kid) and recently took the same dive into figuring out my brain you did, in my current life change that’s happening rn. It’s re assuring knowing your not alone and when you come across those videos that resonate with you, it’s a great feeling of hope!!
My girlfriend and myself had a terrible home insurance experience, they sent out the worst team to fix our plumbing that we now agree it would have been better to pay out of pocket for a reputable plumber
Good luck on the home renovation !!!
Also “failing at normal” ted talk was the first video I also watched !!
I don’t have ADHD but I can totally relate to a lot of this (though on a slightly smaller scale). Thanks for sharing! It’s nice to see other people talk about stuff like that. On the bright side though, some of the smartest people ever had ADHD or something on a similar spectrum.
I was diagnosed very young. When there wasn’t a lot known about ADHD. I’ve learned to not view myself as weird or strange, but to harness the power of it. But sometimes I would love to have one channel and focus. I took meds you g but it turned me into a zombie. I just have to learn when I’m triggered and find a way to calm. Glad you were brave enough to talk about it.
Currently going through the diagnosis myself dude.
I thought it was something it wasn't and when i researched it, i realised how much it fits my behaviours.
I was scared to start medication as well but it helps me so much… it’s obviously a little different for everyone and meds/adderall isn’t for everyone with adhd, but my experience with it has been positive. It won’t “fix” your adhd but it will help a ton with those tasks or projects you don’t want to do but you need to get done. Also, don’t be afraid to try it because I’ve been taking adderall for many years and I still have my same personality and I’m still the same person…
Good luck!