Personal Development for Smart People Forums - View Single Post

Jayne · 08-21-2007, 08:15 PM

FW-
I've had ADD all my life. I tried Adderall, made me too jittery. Tried Strattera, made me gain weight and mellowed me out too much. I tried supplements that helped some, but were very expensive. My doctor told me to try meditation - which is really funny if you actually have ADD.

What worked for me and has it under control is practicing yoga in a studio with an instructor 3 days a week. I don't take any medication or supplements, and while I still have some of the symptoms, they are more of a benefit (ie my ability to multitask) than a burden.

The thing about yoga is, you have to be present at all times. If you aren't, you will hurt yourself. You have to focus on the movement. I have found that the atmosphere, dark lighting, music, etc - and the exercise itself, have really helped me focus. They say exercise is one of the best things for ADD, and for me, yoga has been the only one I could do without being bored.

Another suggestion I would make is that you check out holosync. I am not affiliated with them in any way - but have also had a lot of success. The great thing about it is you don't have to focus your mind to meditate - the technology does it for you - perfect for us ADD types. It's an investment, and one that I feel is worthwhile.

Just my 2 cents. Wishing you the best!

08-21-2007, 08:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
Jayne Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Sunny FL Posts: 46	Been there! FW- I've had ADD all my life. I tried Adderall, made me too jittery. Tried Strattera, made me gain weight and mellowed me out too much. I tried supplements that helped some, but were very expensive. My doctor told me to try meditation - which is really funny if you actually have ADD. What worked for me and has it under control is practicing yoga in a studio with an instructor 3 days a week. I don't take any medication or supplements, and while I still have some of the symptoms, they are more of a benefit (ie my ability to multitask) than a burden. The thing about yoga is, you have to be present at all times. If you aren't, you will hurt yourself. You have to focus on the movement. I have found that the atmosphere, dark lighting, music, etc - and the exercise itself, have really helped me focus. They say exercise is one of the best things for ADD, and for me, yoga has been the only one I could do without being bored. Another suggestion I would make is that you check out holosync. I am not affiliated with them in any way - but have also had a lot of success. The great thing about it is you don't have to focus your mind to meditate - the technology does it for you - perfect for us ADD types. It's an investment, and one that I feel is worthwhile. Just my 2 cents. Wishing you the best!