Jiyoung An

Jiyoung An, a UX designer diagnosed with ADHD this year, reflects on her transformative journey from self-doubt and stigma to self-acceptance. She discusses the frustration of navigating hustle culture and perfectionism while realizing her brain is simply different, not broken. Jiyoung candidly shares insights from her past, including the challenges of growing up undiagnosed and recognizing ADHD traits in her sister. Her story emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and the power of understanding in living with ADHD.