Anyone else relate to this?
I don’t really stick with hobbies because I’ve always struggled with them. For example, I tried building a LEGO set recently and it took me about two hours, and I still made mistakes while putting it together. I also started a puzzle, but after only managing about eight pieces in nearly an hour, I felt frustrated and wanted to give up and just put everything back in the box or give it away. I would rather just be on my phone.
When things take that much effort, I often end up feeling overwhelmed or having meltdowns, so I tend to avoid them. I also don’t really like sports-related activities because my coordination is pretty bad, and I usually feel clumsy or out of place doing them.
Because of this, I also avoid forming friendships most of the time. A lot of social activities revolve around things like board games, video games, card games, or sports, and even casual hangouts often involve learning rules, following fast-paced interactions, or keeping up mentally in ways that feel difficult for me. So, I end up stepping back from those situations before they even start.
Instead, I usually end up doomscrolling because it doesn’t require me to actively do anything. I can just passively scroll without having to focus, make decisions, or push through something difficult. It honestly feels easier for my brain because there’s no pressure to complete anything or risk getting frustrated.
Anyone else relate? Does medication help with this?