The Patty project

I was a runner, an avoider, and I’d do just about anything to escape confrontation or anything that made me uncomfortable.

I remember my mum telling me (as an adult) that she had observed anytime she announced that she wanted to have a chat with me that, I would almost immediately excuse myself to visit the bathroom.

I have a better understanding of myself and, in particular, my behaviours since receiving my ADHD diagnosis.

I have since learnt and gotten a better understanding of sensory overload, overwhelm and what it means to be dysregulated.

Not being able to regulate emotions or feeling overwhelmed can significantly impact our well-being. It can make us feel out of control, stressed, and uncertain about navigating challenging situations.

I meet with various practitioners and speak with many people, hoping to find the ‘shoe that fits’ my needs.

If we keep escaping and running away from what makes us uncomfortable, then we may miss out on an opportunity for growth and with growth, we level up and move forward.

At times, I think it would be easier to avoid, run away or ignore the problems, but what’s the use of that?

I am doing this for me; I am showing up for myself, and whilst (to the unhealed) this may sound selfish, it actually benefits those around me more than they’ll ever know.