Creature of Habit Part 1
The ADHD paradox of being a creature of habit who’s always chasing something new.
The Peridivergence Project
This post is part of The Peridivergence Project, my Wednesday paid weekly series exploring the messy, fascinating intersection of perimenopause and neurodivergence—with curiosity, humour, and a healthy dose of Surely it’s not just me.
One of the fascinating things I’ve discovered about ADHD is the paradox of craving new and novel experiences while simultaneously clinging to deeply ingrained habits. This contradiction feels like an ongoing tug-of-war in my brain—one part seeking adventure, the other part holding on tightly to the comfort of routine.