When the brain doesn’t function like it used to, writing becomes an obstacle course. Here is a behind-the-scenes look at writing with a cognitive disability.
Very similar to what you were describing. You are the first person to describe what I am going through so thank you for sharing about it in detail. My situation is not as extreme, but it appears to be progressing along with the Leg numbness.
Adrenaline mode really is hard, I use it too often to do things but the payment is always big. So hard. I also go through times of not being able to read, thankfully I can at the moment so I'm making the most of it!
I found that writing with a fountain pen reduced the cramp in my hands as well as made my handwriting more legible without much extra effort. I also find that the size of the book has some effect on pain - I prefer around A5 size as they fit the shape and size of my hands better. I don't type first drafts as I am too tempted to start deleting things and it makes me self-censor so much more. I also find the typing up of the draft a good way to begin editing.
I also pay attention to whether I have a drafting brain, a specific-research brain, a curious brain, an editing brain, a proof-reading brain etc and choose my writing activity based on that. It's meant I have needed less rest days because working within whatever my ADHD is up for at any given time creates less mental strain.
Very similar to what you were describing. You are the first person to describe what I am going through so thank you for sharing about it in detail. My situation is not as extreme, but it appears to be progressing along with the Leg numbness.
You’re welcome! I’m sorry you’re experiencing this too ❤️🌸
Adrenaline mode really is hard, I use it too often to do things but the payment is always big. So hard. I also go through times of not being able to read, thankfully I can at the moment so I'm making the most of it!
Neuropathic pain sucks xx
It’s so hard, adrenaline mode, and people think you are better, but they don’t see how much you’re struggling internally.
Absolutely! Xxx
I found that writing with a fountain pen reduced the cramp in my hands as well as made my handwriting more legible without much extra effort. I also find that the size of the book has some effect on pain - I prefer around A5 size as they fit the shape and size of my hands better. I don't type first drafts as I am too tempted to start deleting things and it makes me self-censor so much more. I also find the typing up of the draft a good way to begin editing.
I also pay attention to whether I have a drafting brain, a specific-research brain, a curious brain, an editing brain, a proof-reading brain etc and choose my writing activity based on that. It's meant I have needed less rest days because working within whatever my ADHD is up for at any given time creates less mental strain.
Thank you so much for sharing! I am loving your reflections and ways to get around writing when you have limitations. I too prefer A5 size!