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9. Compliment Others
Your ADHD can take up a lot of your attention, and it’s easy to get into a cycle of self-criticism and obsession over little worries. Try to break out of that cycle by turning your attention to the people around you.
Learning to notice others and empathize with their thoughts and feelings can take some practice, but this is well worth your time and attention. When you can focus on the positive aspects of others, it will distract you from your own feelings and build relationships in the process. Plus, paying a compliment and offering a smile will breed more happy interactions — after all, positive thoughts tend to multiply.
It’s important to realize that you have a lot of power when it comes to how you use, control and overcome your moods. Many people with ADHD suffer from a lack of self-confidence and have a hard time standing up for themselves, which can make for more moody situations — and more severe emotional spikes.
Don’t let the world control you and what you have to offer. As you learn how to advocate for yourself, you’ll find your confidence climbs and moods and interactions are easier to manage.
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