ADHD Poem Take My Hand: A Journey of Acceptance

If you’re reading this article hoping to find a cure for ADHD, look no further – this poem won’t magically make symptoms disappear. However, what it will do is take you on a journey of acceptance and self-awareness that may just change your perspective on how to live with ADHD.

The Poem That Hits Home

“Take my hand”, the poem begins, “and come with me / I want to teach you about relentlessly living free”. Written by Julie Bourbeau, an adult diagnosed with ADHD in her 30s, the poem speaks directly to those struggling with their diagnosis and acceptance.

Acknowledgment Is Key

Many adults with undiagnosed or untreated ADHD struggle at work and in relationships because they don’t understand why they can’t seem to “get it together”. But once we acknowledge our condition and everything that comes along with it – including hyperactivity, impulsivity and distractibility – we can start working towards creating effective strategies to manage our day-to-day lives.

Firm Grasp Of Reality… Or Not!

Bourbeau writes “[there’s] never ever a dull moment unless I choose it so/ We’ll be off doing something else quickly from where we were wanting to go.” It’s true that people living with ADHD have a notoriously poor ability when sticking to routines or schedules; but instead of chastising ourselves for not being able to keep up like everyone else, we should embrace our adventurous spirits that lead us down exciting paths we might otherwise miss.

Help Me Help You

Don’t mistake the important message behind Bourbeau’s words: if someone struggles believe them. Ask questions already assumes there must be some reason (“if only he put his mind into it!”) Once children learn through descriptive praise the joy seeing themselves succeed / Empathic listening means more discoveries they’ll need. The poem offers practical advice not just for those with ADHD, but for anyone seeking to support someone in their life who does.

Ridiculous Does NOT Mean Wrong

“Laughing at myself is a must – you’ll see/ I do stupid things constantly; it’s inevitably me” Bourbeau proclaims. Humor can be the best medicine when dealing with our insecurities and setbacks. Laughing (not shaming) at ourselves helps us maintain perspective about what really matters – we all have different areas of strength and struggle! Some people might mistake our hyperactivity as “hecticness” while others may view impulsivity as bravery.

Our Conclusion?

Take My Hand encourages readers living with ADHD learn to accept themselves first / Being kinder towards ourselves fosters mental well-being improving confidence able function better / Keep moving forward each day building up positive self-talk resilience. This journey doesn’t happen overnight, but thanks to Julie Bourbeau’s take on ‘relentlessly living free’… there’s still HOPE!

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