weimaraner_of_doom

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Do you volunteer? in c/asklemmy@lemmy.world
[–] weimaraner_of_doom@piefed.social 2 points 3 days ago

Not as much as I used to, sadly. I don't remember what the first thing I volunteered for was but I suspect I started doing it because I was asked. I volunteered a lot more when I worked at a company that encouraged community service and would give their employees time to do volunteer work during business hours.

Is this a normal response to methylphenidate / should I switch to a non-stimulant? in c/adhd@lemmy.world
[–] weimaraner_of_doom@piefed.social 3 points 1 week ago

When I first started taking Vyvanse (lisdexamphetamine) I felt similar. Most of the effects were positive. One of the not so great ones was that it kind of removed my verbal "restraint", since I felt much more confident and much less anxious. For a while I had to keep a mental check on that that. For instance, if someone at work says something really stupid, I couldn't just says, "That's a really dumb ass idea." Even though that's what I felt like saying.

Eventually my brain acclimated to the meds and everything leveled out. I've been taking the max dosage for years with no issues.

And we're supposed to be the fragile ones... in c/adhd@lemmy.dbzer0.com
[–] weimaraner_of_doom@piefed.social 22 points 1 week ago (4 children)

Just make a routine!

I have a routine that rivals a priest on Easter Sunday. But the best written homily doesn't undo the fact that the organist is about to start the prelude and for the life of me, I can't figure out where those damned communion wafers have gone even though I swear I just saw them!

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Chronic Insomnia: Followup Post (piefed.social)
 

Hey everybody! I wanted to follow-up on my original post from a month ago.

A few comments suggested taking Magnesium supplements. I did more research and found other examples where magnesium appeared to help with ADHD related insomnia. Specifically Magnesium Threonate. I've been taking it for just over a month and have definitely noticed improvement.

I actually feel tired when it's getting close to bed time. I typically fall asleep within 30 minutes of laying down and sleep through the night with minimal interruptions. It's hard to quantify but if I had to guess, my sleep habits have improved by 85 - 90%.

I also feel like my emotional state is more "stable" throughout the day. Not sure if this is an effect of the Magnesium, getting adequate rest, or maybe a combination of both.

I stopped taking melatonin supplements because I think they were making me feel groggy the next day. I also stopped wearing blue light glasses since they don't seem to be necessary.

At any rate, I'm liking the results so far.

Old Guys at the Hardware Store are on to Something in c/dull_mens_club@lemmy.world
[–] weimaraner_of_doom@piefed.social 1 points 2 weeks ago

Can't argue with that.

Old Guys at the Hardware Store are on to Something in c/dull_mens_club@lemmy.world
[–] weimaraner_of_doom@piefed.social 18 points 2 weeks ago

Suspenders were on the table. Went with overalls because I don't need them often and they're cheaper to replace than jeans.

insider trading as a service in c/lemmyshitpost@lemmy.world
[–] weimaraner_of_doom@piefed.social 12 points 2 weeks ago

Gambling for schmucks.

Old Guys at the Hardware Store are on to Something in c/dull_mens_club@lemmy.world
[–] weimaraner_of_doom@piefed.social 2 points 2 weeks ago (2 children)

I do but the performance of a belt is heavily dependent on whats below it being wider than what's above it. 🤷‍♂️

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Old Guys at the Hardware Store are on to Something (piefed.social)
 

After two solid days of struggling to keep my pants up while wearing a tool belt, I finally gave in and purchased my first set of overalls. First impression: they're actually pretty comfortable and they have lots of pockets.

That is all.

Weekly chat thread... what are some good things going on this week? in c/wholesome@reddthat.com
[–] weimaraner_of_doom@piefed.social 7 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) (1 children)

I finally got a job offer after 1.5 years of being unemployed. Having a long commute again after so many years is going to suck but at this point I'm just glad to have some income.

Times sure have changed in c/memes@sopuli.xyz
Wise move in c/NiceMemes@sopuli.xyz
[–] weimaraner_of_doom@piefed.social 3 points 3 weeks ago

Dr. Doolittle (the Rex Harrison version). Childhood memory unlocked.

Battery costs have declined by 99% in the last three decades, making electrified transport a reality in c/technology@lemmy.world
[–] weimaraner_of_doom@piefed.social 2 points 3 weeks ago

And the options are still not great.

Art of the deal in c/microblogmemes@lemmy.world
[–] weimaraner_of_doom@piefed.social 26 points 3 weeks ago (6 children)

Casino: a business where the revenue stream consists mostly of, "You give me money. I give you less money back."

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Chronic Insomnia (piefed.social)
 

Hi all! I was formally diagnosed with ADHD in my mid 20's. Currently taking generic Vyvanse and Guanfacine. Getting on meds was a huge quality of life improvement. One thing that I still struggle with is chronic insomnia, which is a common commorbidity with -- or maybe symptom of -- ADHD. The insomnia started around the time I hit puberty and I can count on one hand the number of great nights sleeps I've had since then.

I've tried a lot of environmental changes like:

  • Having a rigid bedtime schedule.
  • Wearing blue light filter glasses for 3 hours before bed.
  • Taking melatonin supplements.
  • Minimizing screentime.
  • Using a weighted blanket.

Those all seem to help somewhat but not to a huge degree. I still feel sleep deprived most of the time.

Apparently I also occasionally have jerking movements while asleep somewhat consistent with "Periodic Limb Movements of Sleep (PLMS)".

Has anyone else had a similar experience and found any effective treatments?

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