Dear Reader,
I had a really good—but intense—spring break. I traveled internationally (with several interesting hiccups), got to spend time with family, and explore new cities. It was a trip full of very high highs and a few lows, but overall, it was a really fun experience. I feel very privileged to be able to take time off, to travel, and to visit my family. Looking back at the past few years—from pandemics that knocked us down to wars, I do not take my ability to visit loved ones for granted.
Now I’m back home. In the past, I would struggle with the post-trip recovery—you know what I mean: the laundry, unpacking, adjusting to the time difference, getting back to work, restocking the fridge, and settling everyone back into routine.
Lately, though, I’ve shifted my mindset. I’ve changed the language I use when I talk to myself and reframed how I think about these tasks.
First, I remind myself: it took me days to create this mess. The laundry and the unpacked suitcases didn’t appear in one day, so it’s okay if it takes more than one day to reset. But I do give myself a limit—five days.
Second, I don’t expect my “normal” to be better than it was before I left. I’m not suddenly going to be Martha Stewart. My house doesn’t need to look HGTV-worthy. I’m just resetting to my normal, not perfection.
And here’s an example of some of the language and mindset shifts I’ve been practicing:
- I’m so happy to be back in my own bed—which just means I’ll need to do some laundry for clean sheets.
- I’m lucky to open my fridge and choose what I want to eat—I don’t have to wait or be limited by someone else’s groceries. It means a grocery run is in order, but I get to choose what’s in my kitchen.
- I have my whole closet again—not just a suitcase. That means I need to do some laundry and put clothes away so I can enjoy that access.
- I get to snuggle with my dog again—which means I’m also back to walking and feeding him.
These small shifts in language have made a big difference. They remind me to meet myself with patience, gratitude, and a bit of humor as I transition back to daily life. This approach has helped me feel less overwhelmed and more in control. It’s not about bouncing back perfectly—it’s about returning gently, on my own terms.
I may not have it all together, but I’ve made peace with the mess—and that’s a win in my book. Here’s to laundry, groceries, routines, and all the signs that we made it back home
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Focus on ADHD Books Club
• Date: Tuesday May 13, 2025
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• Book: You, Me, and Our ADHD Family: Practical Steps to Cultivate Healthy Relationships
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Daniella
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