Alright, folks, buckle up because I’m about to take you on a wild ride through my ADHD-fueled brain as we talk about why I started the Cosmic Journey series. But let’s be real—this blog isn’t about my space-themed project. It’s about how I fight off the chaos ADHD throws at me, especially when you’re trying to create something… like, oh, I don’t know, an entire story series that doesn’t morph into a five-hour marathon of "what ifs," endless revisions, and "I should totally redo that" moments.
Cosmic Journey? More Like ADHD Journey...
Let’s start with the obvious. Why did I even begin working on Cosmic Journey? Well, space is cool, storytelling is cooler, and combining the two was basically my brain's version of a cosmic lightbulb moment. But as much as I love the idea, ADHD tends to sneak up on you like an uninvited guest to your creative process, and it doesn’t take long for things to spiral into "overanalyze everything" mode.
If you’ve got ADHD, you know what I’m talking about. That rush of excitement quickly gets hijacked by a bunch of “what ifs” and a thousand new ideas, until you’re knee-deep in overthinking, and the project that was supposed to be fun now feels like trying to wrangle a black hole.
The Overthinking Monster Strikes Again
Here’s where things get tricky. ADHD doesn’t just hand you the reins and let you gallop away on your creative journey. Nope. Instead, you’re more like a passenger on a rollercoaster ride of random thoughts, doubts, and bazillion ideas (most of which involve starting new projects rather than finishing the one you’ve got).
Before you know it, a simple story outline becomes a full-blown epic with a universe of characters, timelines, and backstories that nobody asked for—but hey, they’re all amazing, right?
How I Fight the Chaos (Without Losing My Mind)
It’s been a while since I flexed my noodle muscles, and I noticed something unsettling: I’ve been avoiding the camera. That’s not like me at all. So, how do I deal with this? I did some reading (here’s where I’d throw in a link if I weren’t too distracted), and decided I needed to set boundaries. Yeah, I know, sounds boring, but hear me out.
I’ve started giving myself permission to not be perfect. This was a big one. Look, I’m not saying I’m the next George Lucas, Tolkien, or Pink Floyd (though my noodle brain might occasionally think otherwise). But it’s easy to get trapped in the mindset that everything needs to be flawless before you put it out into the world. Why? To avoid the imaginary ridicule from a fictional mob that my brain swears will show up with torches and pitchforks. Sounds fun, right?
So, instead of letting my brain run wild and overcomplicate everything, I’ve started setting limits. I give myself two hours. That’s it. Two hours to get something done—no more, no less. Whatever happens in those two hours? That’s what I roll with.
This simple strategy helps keep The Overthinking Monster at bay. Sure, it still whispers in my ear, “Hey, you could make this better” or “Maybe throw in another camera angle or twelve.” But guess what? I don’t have to listen to it. The important part is that I’m finishing things instead of endlessly perfecting them.
The Moral of the Story? Just Do the Thing
At the end of the day, the goal isn’t perfection—it’s progress. I know I’m not alone in this ADHD struggle. Whether you’re trying to start your own series, make a video, or just clean your room, the trick is to not let the overthinking win. Set some boundaries, give yourself permission to be imperfect, and most importantly, just do the thing.
Because even if it’s not perfect, it’s better than doing nothing at all. And trust me, that’s a huge win when you’re up against ADHD.
So go ahead, take on your own Overthinking Monster. You got this, noodle.
And now, without further ado, here’s the interview you’ve been waiting for. Let’s dive into Why did you start the Cosmic Journey project?
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