I have never been formally diagnosed with ADHD but I have ALL of the symptoms. I have tried Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, regular exercise (which I love), proper diet (which I also love). But there was always something missing. I would always eventually cheat or give up on something.

I struggled to stay focused on my own. I would become overwhelmed very easily and avoid doing stuff because it was just so freaking exhausting. I wanted to a diagnosis and a prescription sooo badly. But there were a few issues.

1. My family is VERY against prescription medication and any kind of chemical dependencey.

2. I would have to pay out of pocket at some point. And I didn’t want to. I like to save my money for the better things in life. And having to go to a doctor and pay a hundred or more every time I wanted to get a prescription then paying for that prescription. Ugh.

3. Being questioned and having to prove that I need what I know I need. This part is embarrassing. It hurts so much to think about. I get second hand embarrassment when reading stories from adhders getting their regular prescription.

Rosemary water calms me down. It calms me so much that I actually feel kind of sleepy unless I’m doing a task. At first I thought it wasn’t working. But then I started working and I FOCUSED on my task. Not only did I focus but I enjoyed it! I felt fulfilled by it. I did not cut corners or avoid anything. I did what I needed to do and I think I did a great job. I wasn’t jumpy, shaken, or avoiding work that looked difficult. My anxiety was steady and I mostly felt happy. My problem solving skills were also improved. However there were still times where I would ramble. I caught myself rambling and stopped but I was still a little embarrassed.

This is only day two’s experience. I did add maca root to my rosemary water which gave me the feeling that people without adhd feel when taking Adderall. At first I couldn’t handle it but before my bedtime routine, I mixed in a smaller amount of maca and found myself able to do everything I needed to before getting into bed. I usually skip tasks because I don’t have the energy but not this time. Oh and my listening skills are better. Before I would hear someone say something and what they were saying wouldn’t click. For example I would hear “don’t touch the stove it’s hot.” And touch the stove. I don’t know how to explain it but I assumed it was a personality problem until I didn’t have that problem anymore.

I am writing this post because I want to share my experience. I am so happy to have finally found something that works for me. I can’t wait to see how I feel three months from now. After of course adding in other things like a better diet, regular exercise and therapy.

Oh and thank you to the teenager that made a post about being overstimulated by rosemary water.