Unfinished Projects: A Creative Challenge with ADHD

Let’s Start… ADHD and My Artistic Journey

Where do I start? Despite my chatty nature, I’m quite shy. This makes hitting “publish” on my first serious blog post exciting and nerve-wracking. Perhaps this is a form of self-therapy… Something like that.

Sometimes, I feel like I’m bursting with ideas, talking a mile a minute, and other times, I’m completely paralyzed. It’s no surprise, given my recent discovery—or rather, diagnosis. I have ADHD!

Phew! What an amazing revelation! Suddenly, everything’s making more sense than ever, even if it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. I’m beginning to understand myself better, and I’m embracing that I’m my biggest motivator. I have lived with myself for what feels like ages. I keep discovering new insights. It’s like a treasure hunt filled with possibilities. And you know what? That’s pretty fantastic (cheers to uplifting thoughts and inspiring cat posters!).

One of the best sources of learning for me has been connecting with others who have ADHD. Instagram, with its short, punchy content, has been incredibly helpful! It’s like finding a community where people get it—where they speak your language in concise, relatable snippets. Also, some articles on the ADDitude website (a magazine with endless research!)

With that introduction, I want to shift focus to something many of us can probably relate to. We often experience an abundance of started but unfinished projects. In my case, it’s an overload of earrings. They patiently wait for a friendly brush or the gleam of a finishing varnish. This often leaves me pondering the intricate designs hidden in the chaos of my workspace. Each pair of earrings tells a story. They are filled with potential but stifled by procrastination. Newer, shinier ideas distract them. The thrill of beginning a new craft often overshadows the commitment needed to see it through. As a result, my creative haven turns into a gallery of “what could have been.” A few examples are below…

Comment below or message me on Instagram to let me know which piece you think deserves to be finished first!