My Daily Routine as a Recovering Addict (One Year Sober) 

update: it still got restricted 🙂

You look so healthy now!! We're all proud of you Taylor, even seeing little non eventful parts of your life make us happy because we're glad you are still here with us, keep it up 🖤🥰✨

Dear, Taylor and others who are in recovery: I’m currently 3-4 years years sober from *stuff*. Like Taylor mentioned how long it feels like its taking to get on track, I’m still trying to get fully on track. I have made mountains of progress but just know that if you’re still struggling with self care and basic stuff, you’re not alone. Maybe its because i was a child of neglect and maybe its because of my strains of mental illness. But you’re not alone and this video also helped me remember I’m also not alone

I’ve been in early opioid addiction recovery and this was so helpful and made me remember it’s possible and other ppl do understand I’m not alone and I can get through this so thank u

I can only imagine how much your authenticity is helping other recovering addicts how you don't pretend to be "perfectly functional" unrealistically. Thank you for sharing your journey.

Not finished with the video yet, but Taylor I would just like to say: I started watching your animal videos when I was a pretty young teenage girl. I loved you! I was there as all of your struggles (at least what we could see) were going on online. It is so refreshing to see a video from you again! I can see so much anxiety and fear in you and it’s tough to work through that when the reality youve escaped is terrifying. But you are doing so so incredibly well. This whole last year, time would’ve passed no matter whether you got clean or not. No matter whether you took a shower, or brushed your teeth, or whatever else, time would’ve passed. With this past year you’ve used your time to improve yourself and your life for yourself! Time is still passing, and with each choice you make to do something for yourself and your quality of life, you’re doing more as much as you can be! You’re taking a moment in time that could be filled with anything, or nothing, and filling it with something positive! And when you can’t do that, at least you’re not putting in something negative. There is no correct time line, only moments :))

Amazing that you keep going, despite the lack of energy even after being sober for a year.. That would be SO HARD. You’re a warrior!! I would always tell myself, it’s not ALWAYS bad, and yes, imagine being sober for 8 years. Then, you would have double the time sober and imagine how normal and chill you will feel then. Like you said, even six months you will probably feel better 😊

I never comment, but your videos on this topic really hit home. Went through the same situation and I've been off for 6 years. Just keep going. Have hobbies and productive, meaningful ways to spend your time. It's really easy to still live that type or life and get caught up in that repetitive cycle, even when off stuff. That's what got me. I constantly thought about and longed for my life before I got on stuff and felt like I just woke up one day a decade later, but everyone went on without me and forgot about me. I'm also a huge advocate for the two substitutes used to treat this type of issue. They save lives and have helped millions. Anyways, You're doing great, keep going and never look back.

I remember being obsessed with your channel at age 14 back in 2017, right around the time you were struggling the most (of course, I didn’t realize nor see this). Now at age 20, I am revisiting this channel and just watched your 1 hour+ long video on your addiction and it absolutely breaks my heart to hear what you went through. It’s both amazing and terrifying how well you hid your struggles. I am so proud of you for getting through the hell on earth that you went through. You are so incredibly strong and your story of recovery is such an inspiration.

So upset that these keep getting restricted for you. I needed so badly to hear you talk about how it all "disappeared," you articulate the feelings I've been holding inside for years so effortlessly. I think these videos can really help people who have gone through/are going through what we did and i wish there was more i could do to keep these sorts of videos going and available to anyone who needs them. I know it brought me so much peace just to hear I'm not alone in this one small way. Thank you so much for taking us on this journey and continuing to share. The internet hasnt always been kind, i know, but what youre doing is so fucking important. Thank you thank you thank you

I’m so proud about this!!! As a recovering addict myself you got this!!!

SO incredibly proud of you Taylor. I am a recovering heroin addict as well and am also in medicated assisted treatment. I without a doubt wouldnt be alive and breathing today if it weren't for medicated assisted treatment. It is the reason I am able to be the mother my son needs and deserves and be able to be a good wife and daughter, granddaughter, aunt, and friend. It has saved so many lives and I will forever be grateful for it. I just hit my 11th year of sobriety so I know exactly what you've been through and how hard it is. It takes so much strength to overcome addiction and here you are a year sober. Addiction completely rewires our brains and i think that a big reason why theres so much stigma when it comes to addiction. People dont realize from the outside looking in that because it rewires our brains we cant think like we would and like other people if we didnt have the disease of addiction. It takes a long time for our brains to go back to normal so you still feeling the way you do after a year is completely normal but im sure you already know that. It took me about 9 months to where I felt back to myself so you'll get there love. Your doing absolutely amazing. All of us are cheering you on. 💕💕💕

I really really appreciate your honesty. Alot of people wouldn't admit that they don't wanna film or talk to the camera. But you're trying so hard to honor your feelings while talking through the reality of things. I think that feeling of "i have made no progress, this is going so slow!" is something everyone can relate to on some level, and its something we can all easily get caught up in. I love that you're able to acknowledge those feelings while reminding yourself that it's not true, that you've made huge progress and it just takes time. All your hard work, all the therapy is REALLY paying off!! I've never seen anyone take this much accountability for themselves, looking at the good and the bad objectively while still letting yourself feel things. I'm so proud of you!!! Thank you for sharing these types of things with us, even though youtube is demonetizing all your hard work because this platform is BROKEN and doesn't care about their users.

Thank you for being real and transparent. A lot of people glamorize sobering up. But the effects last a life time. 3years here honey. Proud of you and you got this! 💜

I’m really happy to see how much you’ve changed. My mom has been in recovery for about 7 years now, and it amazing seeing you go through it on your own and in your own way. I love hearing your thoughts and experience, while I don’t have a drug addiction your video gave me a different perspective on my own recovering of my ED. I have been watching you for many years, since you took Bindi to Pet Smart, and it’s really inspiring watching you take your recovery into your own hands.

You look so amazing, Taylor!!! This is so awesome of you to talk about it because I feel like so many people are ashamed because it’s such a hard topic to discuss. You have no idea how many people that you’re actually helping out by letting them know that they’re not alone! We are all in this together! 🖤

i wasn't going through addiction but I did go through a horrible experience with depression and I completely relate to what you said about feeling like you just vanished and then woke up again years later. That's how I feel as well, other people were still living their lives and I draw a blank when trying to remember those couple of years and now its crazy because I'm thinking about all the ways things used to be before my depression but other people have moved on long ago. But, I am creating new memories now and I know that I have a future so even though I am also still trying to shower and brush my teeth and fix the health issues that I caused, I know that next year and even 6 months from now will be better.

I remember watching your videos prior to you announcing "your truth" and seeing dozens of comments regarding drugs and people asking if you were okay, and I just recall being so worried about you and your health and your wellbeing. I love how passionate you are about animals and how vulnerable and real you were to your community when you decided to tell everyone what had been going on with you. I know I'm just some random person who subscribes to you, but I am seriously so proud of you, Taylor. I am so happy you're alive. You are absolutely worth recovery. I adore you and can't wait to see what you'll do in the future! 💖

hi taylor, i got addicted with a bad boy friend around the same time as you. i’m also about 1 year 2 months sober now. maybe 3 idk. i can only shower once a week, sometimes even 2 weeks. i still only manage to brush my teeth once a day. i still have NO energy. (i also have chronic pain and other physical and mental health issues). just a reminder that not only is your experience very very normal, it’s also reminding me that i’m normal and doing okay. so i just really appreciate you and what your doing. we’ve had very similar stories and steps along the way and it’s been so great to feel represented and seen along my journey. love and healing from england x

15 1/2:years clean here from many years with a heroin addiction. No one thought I could make 15 days and here I am with over 15 years. You can do it girl. Even the impossible can be possible.

Glad I watched before commenting bc I was losing my mind that you finally moved out (in a supportive way bc it's a huge step forward). After back to back bigbad relationships, I had to move in with family also. It's so hard trying to get better when you move back into the place that holds so many memories, many of which shaped things negatively. Seeing you doing so well, and being so open & vulnerable gives me all of the hope in the world. Recovery is a long, hard, non-linear road, and you are a badass for each and every step forward you take. Thank you for always sharing, & congratulations on a year!! ❤

Exercise helped me A LOT when it came to fixing my lack of energy. I have chronic illness/pain stuff too so I can relate to the fatigue and whatnot. I basically learned that if I exercise for roughly an hour 4+ days a week I feel SO MUCH BETTER. Physically and mentally. I used to have constant anxiety and panic attacks at least once a week. Now I don’t have any of that. It’s honestly mind blowing. Also, when I stopped working out for a while my symptoms came back and when I started again they disappeared again. So that confirmed it for me. I have to exercise to feel good. So now it’s a habit and I’m actually addicted to it at this point. It’s a healthy addiction though. 😅

I think you’re doing incredibly well. I lost my mum to her addiction a while back and I truly love to see your recovery in action, I have such hope for you. I can’t wait to see the “TEN YEARS SOBER” video… I’ll be right here with you.

Taylor I am so absolutely proud of you, 6 years ago today was when i heavily watched your channel, i was 12. it’s amazing to see how far you’ve come not only with being sober but as a person. i am so happy to see you shining again 🥺 you were such a big part of my early fascination and passion with animals! keep doing what you’re doing, you’ve got this.

Taylor I’m so so so proud of you I have been watching you for 6 years and I’m very proud

We are so proud of you ❤

When I first watched your videos about what had happened a couple of years ago, I was absolutely heart broken for you because I could appreciate how difficult it was going to be, moving forward, for you. I can sense this wasn't an easy video for you to make for us but I'm very proud of you for being so candid about something that is so demonised. You're doing great, keep up with the amazing work. Your supporters are so happy to see you putting in the hard work to stay sober and get healthier and it seems like you've got a good mindset; one day at a time until you look around one day and realise you're miles from where you once stood.

Geez, words can't describe how proud and happy I am for you!!

you're doing great Taylor. we're all here supporting you and cheering you on and happy for you. Cheese would be proud of you.

Recovery is a constant battle you will fight for the rest of your life but its a battle that is worth fighting. I hope you know we all support you and want the best for you. Dont worry about how you arent at the same progress as others, everyone recovers at their own pace. Take the time and do whats best for you. ❤

Congratulations, one year sober is absolutely amazing!! Im rooting for you!

You are helping so many people, thank you for putting yourself out there and being honest about addiction. So proud of you Taylor!🐍♥

I love you, and I'm so happy with how you're taking your recovery and being gentle with yourself. You never shy away from talking about what you're passionate about, and it helps so many people. Recovery is not linear, and it is not the same for everybody. Some days, keeping your head above the water is the only thing you have the energy to do. And that's okay! You don't have to be super productive or active to have a successful day. Celebrate the little things, one step at a time. Wearing yourself out to keep active won't help anything. Just keep yourself healthy and content for the day. Moment to moment. That's all it takes, and it all adds up eventually. Speaking from experience with depression. You are rocking it, girl! You've come so far, and I love seeing you grow as a person. You're so strong. We love you.

I’ve been watching your videos for a long time now and i appreciate how open you are in order to help others❤ i have not struggled with addiction but your videos have helped me feel better & i can relate to some things (like trauma, depression, anxiety.. and other things) thank you for helping others and i’m so happy you’re in a position now where you’re able to do that ❤ i hope you keep feeling better

Walking really helps. I have an autoimmune disease, and a neurological disorder which left me unable to walk for 3 years and that’s one common thread among people who use. Slow easy exercise and lack of emotional stress is what’s important. Relationships aren’t the best idea if you have limited energy and are working on getting sober.

We are all so so SO proud of you, Taylor!! We're happy that you look so healthy and are doing better, and we will do everything in our power to continue supporting you!❤

I watched you as a teenager. Im 22 now. Im so proud of you for getting sober. Congratulations on 1 year. You're doing great.

Everything you’re saying &/or feeling is so relatable. I appreciate you being sincere & open. I’m a year & a half sober & girllllll it’s really comforting & affirming to hear you speak your truth. & so eloquently at that. I’m sorry youtube is being lame af, I hope it gets easier soon. 🖤🖤

You are doing amazing Taylor, you should never think of yourself as being any less productive or less on track than anyone else! we’re all on our own journeys and we all have problems, worries, good and bad days. I don’t think many people really know exactly what they’re doing in life I think we’re mostly just winging it and hoping for the best. You’re so strong and you’ve been through more that a lot of people our age have, I understand bc I used to be an addict too but I’m 2 years clean at 26 now, we got this girl ❤

a somewhat silent viewer here, I've watched you since wayyy before you hit one million, when trailer nickel Dean was new, I have always gone to your account for comfort, even when you didn't upload I rewatched and rewatched. you have been a comfort youtuber for me for years. when you upload I watch as soon as I am able, I am so proud of you for your growth and progress. I thank you for being a friend all of these years. I love you.

Your videos are very important. Please never stop. I love knowing I’m not alone.

So proud of you Taylor! I have been watching you for 7-8 years and went through something similar and got out when you did and watching you get through this really pushes me to do better. I still struggle to this day and having the right people around you makes all the difference. Ps you are GLOWING ✨💖

im so proud of you Taylor. I’ve literally been watching you since I was a young teen and now I’m living my dreams with having the reptiles I currently have. You influenced me in such an incredibly positive way to get into reptiles. You are amazing. You’ve got this and you’re so incredibly strong. Keep it up!!

Im so proud of you babygirl!! I am 5 years sober. My sober date is April 2018. I never EVER thought I could and would do it. If you are struggling please just try it’s such a different and beautiful life to live ❤ May god bless everyone struggling.

Came here from The Cozy Representative RU-vid channel , I’m currently two days sober of years of psychedelics. Proud of you, you got this

I have been following you since I was in high school and I’m so proud of you Taylor. It’s so amazing to see how far you have come throughout your recovery. I really hope in the future RU-vid allows you to post these videos without being demonized or restricted.

I just watched the video from 4 years ago I was so happy seeing you were off but now I’m sad seeing you’ve only been a year sober.. I don’t know you I’ve never watched your videos but I really feel for you. Please keep fighting. Fuck drugs.

Always good to see you and some of the animals. I have missed seeing your tank so much. I've recently started feeling uninspired by my tanks. Can't wait to see yours again. & you're doing a great job navigating your way through life. ✨️💖

I love this video because im also a little over a year sober from hard drugs and it has been so hard to explain that it does not get easier after a year. Its a daily struggle and daily choice. I love u. Thanks for this video

Been sober for 8 years and honestly the way you feel about meetings is the exact way I saw it. I went to them for 6months beginning then felt the way you do. So don't feel weird there are people in this world that feel what you feel!

This helps me with depression and suicidal ideation so god damn much, thank you for still choosing to keep going. You are an angel and have blessed my life.❤️‍🔥☀️✨

You're doing great! Keep your head up and never let the addition take you. Stay safe you got this! 🙏🏻

I’m so glad you got out of that situation. I’ve been watching you since before all of it went down, and it makes me so happy to see you become your new self ❤️ Not your old self, but you’re new self. I can see how hard you’re working to better yourself. Congratulations Taylor, I’m glad you’re here ❤️

So proud of you Taylor, you got this!!

My mom was an addict my entire life & most of hers. She’s 52 now & apparently a year sober. She had to be revived 4 times from OD’ing & her brain is now permanently altered. She can barely hold a conversation or take care of herself, and has countless health issues. She used to be model worthy but now the dr*gs have obviously had an affect. I’m going to start showing her your videos. I think she’ll love you. Anyway, you’re right that addiction doesn’t have to be a lifelong battle & I’m SO glad you’re realizing this at such a young age. You’ve got so much more life to live & you’re going to blossom! Been following you since 2017 I think & I’m so glad to see how amazing you’re doing lately. You’ve got this ❤

I’m happy I have you to watch and know I’m not alone. Thank you for making this.

We're all so proud of you love! So happy that you're better and sober! You're such a strong and beautiful woman! Never give up and keep fighting! Remember that we love you, and we're here for you ❤️

Hi Taylor, I have been following you since I was 13 now I'm 19, the both us have grown in our own worlds. I am so so proud that you have come so far. It is possible, and it is amazing that you are so understanding with yourself on how long recovering can take. Grief is not linear, you are doing great. I've been a silent follower but I needed to leave this message for you, you're loved and valued and your body will remind of that everyday that you're here. Thank you Taylor.

Taylor, I am so happy for you. I have followed your channel since your very first video (that is now taken down). I am impressed by your recovery and how open you are. You look happier and healthier. I wish you nothing but the best in life and your recovery. I love how open you are about the struggles of recovery. Love you queen 👑

I can’t even express how much I root for you. I found you way back when on an ep of Reply All. I believe in you, you got this.

its good to see you doing better. im not even an addict but i also have issues with brushing teeth/showering unless i have to be around people for the day. it might be more of depression thing, ive always had those issues

I’ve been here through it all and it’s been amazing to watch your journey. I think I’ll always watch your channel. Since I have since I was a kid.

I’m so proud of you. You’ve done a great job over the past year.

I also couldn’t get rid of my things when I had to leave a bad situation and had all my stuff packed in a storage unit... I missed all my things sooo much and would visit my storage unit very often just to be around it all. Lol. When I finally got my own place again it was so nice to have everything back, I remember crying cause everything smelled like home to me. I am also a recovering addict, everyday is a challenge but what helps me is definitely looking back and seeing all the progress I’ve made through reading all my journal entries. You’re such a cool person and thank you for sharing your life ❤

Absolutely amazing to see your recovery! Thank you for being so open and honest to your audience - I’m sure you’ve inspired so many. Praying for you and your path into the next chapter of your life!

So glad to see you are still here !

Ive thought about you throughout the years of you posting and i want to give you a hug and tell you that you can keep going and keep getting better. There are people who see you and see themselves too through your videos and they're rooting and geniunely supporting you from the sidelines :) looking forward to the next vid!

Taylor, I just discovered your story, but keep inspiring Chica. Glad to see you clean and sober, doing what you love and promoting self care. ❤

I am just so glad that you're feeling better and back to yourself that we all love and care for. I'm so proud of you 💛

These are my favorite types of videos from you TND!!! I feel so much less alone in my anxiety & wee laughs when it’s just you, your camera & your daily life. Thank you!

I'm rooting for you. Even when you were away. I wish you the best in your recovery.

I understand what you mean when talking about it being hard to get rid of stuff... I'm a very emotional/nostalgic person, and when I moved in with my boyfriend, I had to get rid of a lot of stuff. It's hard to say goodbye to things that you bought/have memories with. Putting the stuff in storage instead of having it in the house with you is a good step. Hopefully one day soon, you can go to storage and get some stuff out and decide what to do with it. It doesn't have to be done in a day. Maybe take one out at a time. Proud of you

I’m ecstatic your back! I see the growth right away in the first minute. Woop woop 🙌 you go girl 🍃💜🍄

I think to help or what I would love watching is live streams of you doing stuff and like feeding all my animals or setting up tanks. I love you’re videos and been following you for awhile, I’m glad you’re doing better for yourself and so proud ❤

After burnout, I relate to only wanting to shower every 3 days. I'm over a year and a half after burnout and self care is still hard. Keep going! You got this.

This was a down to earth video and it reminded me to replace my animals water 😊 I am 9 months sober today and just want to let you know one year is an amazing accomplishment 🎉 congratulations! I also relate to meetings being triggering, and I believe at least for me, doing whatever makes me feel happier and healthy is what I should focus my energy on. Wish you all the best!

4 years ago I seen a video about this. Seeing a video posted 8 months ago saying iv been sober a year makes me sad and proud of you at the same time. Obviously there was a relapse somewhere but I’m proud of you for the year.

Thank you for sharing Taylor!!!! I’m so so glad to see your journey and your hard work bringing you to such positive places.

I’m going to watch this video everyday for motivation, I honestly am so grateful for your openess

Don’t worry about what you don’t have, be thankful for where your at!

I'm so proud of you. I'm a recovering addict on suboxone too. I feel the same way you do about meetings. I get extremely triggered by them. I am so happy you are doing well.🥰🥰🥰

actually crying bc i’m so proud of you 🥹🤍

hygiene was last priority during my h addiction too. It’s still a struggle sometimes and I have five years clean on subs. For me addiction and being homeless destroyed my sense of fashion and I just have no idea what to wear ever and don’t buy clothes.❤❤❤ you’re not alone.

You’ve made so much progress already 💖💚 i remember when you had the list you typed out of personal hygiene goals and seeing you wash your face and brush your teeth in this video made me so proud of you 🥹 keep going, Taylor

Thank you trying to get myself to start one day. Proud how far you've come. Hope all is well for you in the future.

The way I still think of how you’re doing every few months is so weird, but I think watching your journey has shaped my perspective in a powerful way. You helped me reflect on my habits in a crucial moment in life. I will always be wishing the best for you, just saw your 2 years sober post on insta and my god, you are killing it. So proud, here’s to just growing in the best ways we can.

I know you said you feel far behind compared to high functioning others but you’ve made incredible progress and can continue, no matter how slow. Well done ❤

I've been watching your videos for years and so proud of how far you have come! It's not easy but you're facing your struggles and you acknowledge the challenges! Awesome you use the Spoon Theory as well!

made it through my first 100 days without alcohol - definitely needed this

So glad your doing good now! I've been a fan for a long time and I love to hear you talk. Very soothing and so amazing to hear your self help story! ❤️

Suboxen saved my life ❤ currently 5 1/2 years sober. You got this and I'm so proud of you!

idk if I evr mentioned it b4 but the ediitin in ur videos r always awesome

I just wanted to say that support groups aren’t for everyone. I once tried out an OCD support group and I just found it triggering and that it made my anxiety worse. Not the same as addiction, but I totally get not going. Congrats on one year! You got this! ❤

I'm so proud of you and happy that you're here! Every bit of progress it's a step towards a better place Your videos help me a lot to deal with my own addictions (currently sober) and mental health Thanks for sharing this bumpy road

Look I just reached 8 yrs sober you're on the right track. Remember never quit quitting

Taylor. You are so beautiful and strong for making it out. You have gone a whole year recovering and you did it, don’t expect to be full functioning after a year, you are so amazing and so inspiring to others. I have watched you even when i didn’t know what was going on behind the scenes and i still watch you now. It is so beautiful to watch you because so many people dont recover from addiction and to see you doing it, it really warms my heart. You are doing awesome recovering and getting better. You are so gorgeous do not give up!

Love seeing you videos again! Good to see you do so much better! And you got it girl! 💚🎉

Oh my gosh I'm so proud of you! I love your authenticity and honesty. Thank you for inspiring us!

You look and sound like you are doing amazing Taylor!! Congrats on a year sober, I am sure you've got this. ♥

I have ADHD and chronic illness, and it seriously effects my executive functioning. I've accumulated a bunch of tips and tricks to stay motivated and stay on track throughout the years. So here's that list, lol: 1. I start off the day with a self wellness check. This could be just sitting for a few minutes to notice your energy/pain/motivation levels. I use this info to determine the later list steps. 2a. I try to keep a few things in mind as I go through my day. First, the spoon analogy. Or really, my take on it. Neurotypical people can have 7 spoons to use throughout the day. 1 spoon can go towards exercising for the day, another could be cooking dinner. However, neurodivergent people, I'll be including people with substance abuse disorder and recovering addicts in here, start with less usually. #1 is really where I determine how many "spoons" I have for the day. If I'm really struggling with my chronic illness for that day, I usually only give myself like one or two spoons. As long as I get something done, then it's a good day. Even if I don't, that's okay because I may have had all 7 spoons taken up by my chronic illness and ADHD. 2b. These are other tidbits I keep in mind throughout the day: two things can exist at once. You can be in recovery and have a step back or a bad day, but you are still working towards bettering yourself, for example. The other one is give yourself grace; It's easy to judge the past from the future. 3. General tips to help with executive function: My overall tip is that I found by providing small dopamine hits throughout the day, you can really increase your motivation. For example, I used to really struggle with showers in the morning. Especially when I graduated college and started working. One of the ways that I combat this is by buying really nice shower products that get me excited to shower. For example, I buy all sorts of good smelling things from lush that help me get motivated in the mornings or relax me at night. This could be a hair mask, a body scrub, or even just a good smelling body wash. For work, I always try to do the easiest task first to get me motivated. For example, sending out an email or creating a small graphic design. At home, I get motivated to clean or do things around the house by doing a small task like taking out the trash. Now, let's refer back to the spoons. If you're having a bad day and you have taken out the trash, But realize that you can't do anything else, that's okay because you took out the trash. Small, achievable goals really help trick your brain into wanting to do more. 3b. Another thing that I want to mention is making lists or prioritizing. Since I have adhd, these can be very daunting. But what I found to work for me is this: Make a list of everything that you have to do and everything that you want to do for a day. Go through the list and mark the absolutely have to get done today items. Once you're done with that, go through and mark the rest of the items according to their priorities. I usually number, but you can also do a high medium and low system. Then as you go throughout your day, you can refer back to the list or just keep it in your mind as you go throughout the day. This ensures that you're able to track everything that you need to do, and allows you to feel more motivated when you check something off the list. 4. Life style changes make a big difference. I usually roll my eyes when people say oh just eat healthy and exercise, and all of your problems will go away. When you struggle with executive functioning, it isn't that easy. So what I like to say, is to set goals for yourself that are short and long-term. I've struggled to continue exercising since I graduated college. I went through a huge depressive episode for about a year. This was hard for me because I was a cross country runner for 8 years. Ways I've been starting to get back into it are through doing yoga and resistance band exercises. Sometimes, taking a small step may not seem like a lot of progress and it may not be where you want to be right now in your journey. But, if you don't take that small step, you're stuck in the loop of "why can't I do anything." 5. I guess my overall executive functioning advice is to start small, and find little things that will keep you motivated throughout your day. It's going to be hard, and there may be setbacks or steps back, but as long as you are constantly working towards improving yourself in some way, then you are making progress ❤️