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I'm 35, with diagnosed ADHD and brain scarring. My memory feels so fried and it's almost Impossible to finish a task. Where I live it's almost Impossible to get actual medication for something. Doc always gives herbal treatments and it helps nothing.

Is there a way to help myself without meds?

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[–] [email protected] 8 points 1 week ago (5 children)

I use a calendar and reminders constantly. For everything. Anytime someone says something I need to remember, I whip out my phone and create a calendar event or a reminder right then and there.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 week ago (4 children)

I use a plain notebook as my calendar / quarterly / weekly agenda. I've used a couple different solutions and this one works best for me. Plus it's more fun to do by hand.

But more to your point, the important part, I think, is that everything goes to the same place. Whether that's a notebook, app, or agenda. Just stick to one thing.

The second part is keeping your promises to yourself. But that's a habit of a lifetime…

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I like the idea of using a notebook and using my phone less. I’ll give it a shot.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

That was my motivation as well, and it worked for me, so I hope it works for you too.

Not to shill, but I started with Moleskin the weekly planner and really liked that level of detail (some people swear by Leuchtturm, but I didn't love it). They're pricey, but you only need one a year.

Now I just use a plain recycled paper notebook with my own system that is a lot messier and more in keeping with my aesthetic.

Shoot me a DM with how it goes! Would love to hear how it goes for you - even if it doesn't work out.

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