Schizophrenia, a complex disorder, A challenge to the mind and the soul, A journey of the self, often disorder, A labyrinth of thoughts that take their toll. The mind is a tapestry of colors, A canvas that weaves stories and dreams, But for those with schizophrenia, it’s not that simple, For their minds are ripped […]
Continue ReadingADHD, Wild Stallion
In a world of constant motion, Where focus is a fleeting notion, ADHD takes hold, A force that’s strong and bold. The mind races like a wild stallion, Chasing after every bright medallion, Thoughts jump from here to there, Making concentration seem so rare. It’s hard to sit still or stay on track, The urge […]
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ADD, the mind’s wild horse, Galloping through thoughts with force, A whirlwind of ideas in flight, Creativity, both dark and bright. But focus is a fleeting friend, With distractions that never end, A jumble of tasks in disarray, The brain in constant disarray. Some see it as a curse, a plight, A hindrance to productivity’s […]
Continue ReadingAutism, Unique & Misunderstood
Autism, a world within a world A different way of thinking, a unique swirl Perception, sensation, and communication Can be challenging, but also an exploration Sensory overload, a barrage of sound Too much light, too much around A need for routine, a need for structure A way to feel safe, a way to nurture Social […]
Continue ReadingLiving with Dyslexia
In letters and words, I often get lost A jumbled up mess, my mind pays the cost Dyslexia they call it, a challenge to bear But I won’t let it stop me, no need to despair Reading and writing, a struggle each day Words dance on the page, they don’t want to stay But I’ll […]
Continue ReadingAsperger’s, the challenge
Asperger’s, oh Asperger’s, a world so different, yet the same, A life filled with challenges, and a mind that’s wired a different way. A world of order and precision, where everything must be just right, Where routine and structure are essential to get through the night. The beauty of the patterns, the logic that they […]
Continue ReadingAnxiety, my friend
Anxiety, a friend I wish I didn’t know, A constant presence that never lets go, A storm that rages inside my mind, Leaving me breathless, helpless, and blind. My heart races, my palms sweat, As I try to escape this suffocating net, But the more I struggle, the tighter it gets, And I’m left feeling […]
Continue ReadingADHD: A mind of distractions
In the mind of those with ADHD, A whirlwind of thoughts is all they see. A constant stream, a rushing flow, That never seems to ebb or slow. The world is full of distractions, Each one vying for their attention. A squirrel scurrying up a tree, A car honking down the street. Focus is elusive, […]
Continue ReadingAttention Deficit Disorder (version 2)
ADD, oh ADD, the wandering mind’s affliction, A challenge to focus, a constant friction. A brain that races, like a wild stallion’s run, An endless stream of thoughts, never quite done. Distractions abound, like a buzzing bee, Drawing attention away, from tasks to be. A moment of clarity, then it’s lost in a flash, A […]
Continue ReadingAttention Deficit Disorder (version 1)
ADD, a constant presence in my mind A force that pulls me from behind A swirling mass of thoughts and noise That keeps me from finding poise It’s hard to focus, hard to sit To keep my mind from wandering it From task to task, from thought to thought The world around me seems so […]
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