MissUnderstood: The ADHD in Women Channel Tips from an ADHD Coach: Changing hobbies
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Mar 4, 2025 Discover the unique relationship individuals with ADHD have with hobbies. The emotional rollercoaster of starting new interests, only to abandon them, is explored in depth. Learn how stress and dopamine levels influence engagement and motivation. The potential downsides of monetizing hobbies are discussed, highlighting how it can stifle enjoyment. Practical tips for reframing abandoned hobbies encourage a mindset shift towards joy over guilt, making it possible to embrace fleeting passions without regret.
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Alex's Embroidery Hobby Journey
- Alex shared her intense but brief experience with embroidery during the pandemic.
- She started impulsively, enjoyed it, monetized it, but then lost interest due to pressure.
Dopamine Drives Hobby Intensity
- ADHD brains crave dopamine bursts often triggered by new possibilities and hobbies.
- Initial enthusiasm can lead either to abandoning hobbies or intense hyperfocus depending on outcomes and stress.
Consequences and Comparisons Reduce Joy
- Neglect of responsibilities during hyperfocus can cause negative feedback and rapid loss of interest.
- Comparison with advanced hobbyists and monetizing hobbies often reduces enjoyment and dopamine.