I find the “social game” challenging and mentally exhausting and over time it’s led to difficult dynamics within my family. My perspective is often dismissed and I’m seen as “difficult” to engage with
Recently, I saw a WhatsApp chat between my parents and sibling where my younger brother called me “an idiot” and said he “can’t deal with me.” It was heartbreaking. (I haven’t shared my ADHD diagnosis with them, because I don’t have trust in how that gets used against me)
Ask: I’d appreciated any insights or advice on how to handle conversations in a way that protects my wellbeing while also helping me be better understood and accepted.
Edit: Thank you to everyone who’s shared their experiences and advice with me. I’m really holding onto your thoughts as I figure my way through this. It genuinely means a lot to feel supported here and to have a community I can lean on 🫂❤️