Have you tried Lo-Fi music before?
Yes, lo-fi music can indeed be helpful for managing ADHD! Let’s dive right in. Lo-fi blends elements of rhythmic jazz, soul, indie, folk, R&B, and rock. It creates a variety of sounds to suit any taste. Whether you’re drawn to mellow beats or soothing melodies, there’s likely a lo-fi track that resonates with you.
Free Lo-FI Music
If you are looking for some high quality lofi to relax to? Here is a playlist I made back in 2015. Fresh out of the oven in 2024! I hope you enjoy!
Coping with Neurodiversity
Wherever you sit on the neurodiversity spectrum, whether self diagnosed or self diagnosed. You will find cognitive overlap. It is common for ADHD, ADD, Dyslexia, Autism and so on, to share parallel traits.
Typically, this can be:
- Sensory sensitivity
- Pattern recognition
- Enhanced creativity
- Enhanced memory
- Synaesthesia and cross-sensory perception
- Non-linear thinking and divergent ideas
- Heightened empathy and emotional sensitivity
- Hyper-systemizing and order in chaos
- Detail-oriented and meticulous observation
- Verbal eloquence and unique communication styles
Still with me? Great! If you read this? And your first thought is that’s me! Then you’re in the right place. 85% of people today range somewhere on the spectrum. Which is wild! That’s almost EVERYONE!
There is good news! You are not alone. This is a safe space for you to learn, grow and thrive as you learn to be made forever whole.
What Are The Benefits of Lo-FI?
Music is therapy. In this instance, different styles of lo-fi promote and increase dopamine (neurotransmitter and chemical messenger in the brain). With low poly, grainy sounds. Lo-fi music can improve mental focus and alleviate anxiety.
Anxiety is a common element amongst Autism and other Neurodivergent i.e: Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia, ADD, ADHD, Dysgraphia, SPP.
Lo-fi as a music and aesthetic acts as de-stimulus. Helping neurodiverse individuals to cope with surroundings, situations and emotions.
This is your Avengers: End Game Moment! With all other senses de-stimulated. Overall focus is improved. Which means school, work, home tasks can be completed with less stress, distraction or anxiety.
Mindfulness & Prayer
Sceptical right? You don’t have to take my word alone. Doctors (NHS) and researchers have discovered that mindfulness and prayer work similarly to lo-fi. They increase a state of self-awareness through the repetition of affirmation.
This isn’t about “religion”, but a moment for you to get close to your creator. It is a chance to discover the true essence of who you are and your purpose. Everyone needs purpose to feel fulfilled amidst the chaos of life.
A simple sentence like: “Dear God, I know you hear me. Please help me to cope with my anxiety, stress or sense of feeling overwhelmed. Help me to accept your peace, amen.”
Regular Activity
No matter how much of a genius you are! Everyone needs fresh air and excessive.
Don’t panic! If reading this brings on panic? Stop for a moment and take a deep breath…hold for ten seconds! And let it go!
Moving and stretching out bodies does three things for Neurodiverse individuals.
- Improves concentration: Taking a break to move around can boost concentration and productivity.
- Exercise: Enables development of physical and cognitive coordination, balance and skills. (I struggled with this as a child, so trust me it does help).
- Improves Overall Mood: Neurodivergent people can be moody due to too much stimulus or hormonal deficiencies/imbalances. A regular work out routine will improve your confidence and increase happiness.
- Sleep: Consistent workouts serve and natural stress-relievers and mood enhancers.
- Lowers Anxiety: Going for walks, or being outside in nature, promote good mental health. A real change of scenery can put so much about life into perspective and will lower anxiety levels.
- Physical activity: Will improve overall balance and walking gait.
- Increased Activity: Stimulates all the right parts of our mind and body. You don’t need to, hyper focus on this. Just find one activity you enjoy doing outside. When you get bored, change it up a little to keep freshness.
To wrap up, using tools like lo-fi music, mindfulness, and regular exercise can help neurodivergent individuals. These tools can improve focus and reduce anxiety.
Discover what resonates with you within the neurodiversity spectrum. You can cultivate a sense of peace, purpose, and overall well-being.
Remember, navigating life as a neurodiverse person comes with unique challenges, but you are never alone on this journey. Embrace these strategies, find what truly works for you, and celebrate your unique path to thriving and self-acceptance.
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“No matter what you are facing at this moment in time, you can do all things! Stay safe, and God speed!”
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