Approaching me for a meeting is akin to entering an enchanting puzzle where the walls are made of ideas, and the paths are paved with good intentions. To ensure a successful review:
Start with a friendly nod to my inherent quirkiness – a light-hearted comment about the ever-entertaining dance of my thoughts can break the ice.
Set the stage by allowing me a few moments of pre-meeting rambling; it's like the warm-up act before the main show.
Consider a cup of coffee as a peace offering to my caffeine-loving brain.
Most crucially, embrace the unpredictability – think of it as a rollercoaster where loops of tangential thoughts might surprise you.
A pinch of flexibility and a dash of humour can turn our review into a collaborative adventure, unravelling the complexities of my neurodivergent mind.
Selecting the optimal setting for a meeting with me is a bit like choosing the right playlist for a road trip – it requires careful consideration. Picture a cosy, cluttered den that echoes the harmonious chaos of my thoughts.
The best time? Late morning, post-coffee, when my brain has decided to join the day but hasn't fully committed to adulting. Throw in some gentle lighting, maybe a quirky desk lamp that screams, "I'm quirky but functional." Now, add a touch of ambient noise – not too silent or loud.
Ideally, let's meet on a day when the stars align and my mind decides it's ready to play nice with structure. Finding this sweet spot ensures a meeting that's not just productive but an adventure through the ADHD jukebox, where ideas dance freely. Not too much to ask, is it?
On to the questions. This could be tricky as I stand in the dazzling spotlight of self-reflection, where every answer holds the key to a majestic realm of boosted self-esteem or ultimate rejection.
Where do you see yourself in 3 to 5 years? I can't tell you where I want to be in the next week or even tomorrow. I'm always in the now. Never in the past or future, but I can dream of a life in my mind in the distance.
What are your strengths? I am brilliant at lots but only aware of everything I'm not. I'm capable of everything and motivated to do none of it. I'm always aware but never present.
What are your passions? To give advice and follow none. I have brilliant ideas and no patience to see them through. I cannot lie, so I hide every negative emotion I feel.
What do you want from me? - But say it so I don't feel like a failure but enough that the anxiety drives me to make progress. You will never get this balance right for me, and I'll always feel rejected, but good luck.
What areas do you need to improve?
I'm slow at most things that require me to plan or organise, but I will be the first to protect and fight for you instantly. My brain will process a plan when in a state of emergency, and before you have even understood what's happened, I'll know our next move. But ask me to tell you what happened afterwards, and I can't.
I'm aware of your thoughts and feelings but can never translate my own. I'm hiding but never covert. I'm here but never there. In a small window of time, I can live the life of the dream I'm dreaming of, but tomorrow it will be gone. It is disheartening for short amounts of time until the next dream comes along. The cycle of my mind that somehow finds the energy to go again each time.
I'm always too much but never enough. I have a lot to say, but never at the right time. I have somewhere to be but will never turn up. I see what's in front of me, but I need to figure out how to get there. I'm a house that's only half built yet always enough to keep the roof over our heads and warm on the inside.
I don't need you to help me, but I somehow need you to understand me. I don't need to be told what I did wrong because I'm already aware, and it's eating me up inside. Everything that doesn't go right has a personal feeling written in its outcome, and I will see as though I have let you down; I'll go above and beyond to win back your approval.
When I'm not in my environment, I coast slowly, walking towards emptiness. My output will be minimal, and I'll retreat to a place of sadness. Allow me to thrive by being where I need to be. I know where and when to get the best out of myself. No distractions around me, comfort, and calm. No noise, lights, heat, or smells to overwhelm me. My home is a picture of me; it's messy and unorganised, but it's me being my brilliant self.
Please don't see me as lazy; don't see me as rude. I'm uniquely me, and within the kaleidoscope of my quirks, you'll discover a symphony of thoughts and emotions. I may dance to the rhythm of my own drum, sometimes a bit out of sync, but it's the melody of authenticity. See beyond the surface, where spontaneity and creativity collide, and you'll find a soul painted with vibrant hues. Embrace the unconventional choreography of my existence, and together, let's celebrate the intricate tapestry that makes me, me.
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