Medication Update: Energy Steady, Hope Growing

I had another follow-up appointment today for the new medication I’m taking. That officially marks one month on ADHD meds and one month off my anxiety medication.

I answered the usual questions: How’s your sleep? Your appetite? Your energy levels?

I’m sleeping pretty well. To be fair, I’m also far more productive and intentional with my days, which probably helps. My appetite is about the same as it was before. The meds haven’t increased or decreased it. Although, if there happens to be an ADHD medication out there that wants to reduce my appetite, I’d be open to discussing that… just saying. 😉

My energy has been steady. I’m completing tasks I’ve wanted to do for a long time. I won’t lie, I’ve been working on a painting project I started six years ago, and it feels amazing. I’m still a slow, messy painter, but I’m making real progress and we’re all enjoying it. I love organizing and having a calm, relaxing space, so being able to make our home something we can truly appreciate has been really satisfying.

When my doctor asked if I wanted to increase my dose or stay where I am, I was honest. “I’m not sure. I can’t imagine feeling better than I have the past few weeks.” Because of that, I decided to stay on my current dose and give it another month to see how things continue to feel.

It’s strange to feel better in a way that feels steady and real. For now, I’m choosing to go with the flow, give myself grace when I falter, and take things one day at a time. I don’t feel perfect, but I do feel better than I did before, and right now, that feels like something worth celebrating.