Jenny Reynolds

I’m Jenny Reynolds, and I was formally diagnosed with ADHD (combined type) as an adult after a lifetime of quietly battling challenges I couldn’t explain—but always deeply felt. For as long as I can remember, I’ve lived in a state of constant mental motion: full of ideas, emotion, energy, and the exhausting weight of trying to “hold it all together.” ADHD has touched nearly every part of my life—from school and work to friendships, family, and self-esteem.

Growing up, I was often called lazy, disorganized, or too much—even though I was always trying incredibly hard. I did well in school but constantly forgot my timetable, zoned out in class, and had to relearn everything at home. Friendships were intense and short-lived. I struggled to read social cues and often felt like I was on the outside looking in. I now understand these were classic ADHD traits—but for years, I just thought I was broken.

As an adult, I built a successful career in customer service, hitting KPIs and earning multiple promotions. But behind the scenes, I wrestled with burnout, forgetfulness, emotional crashes, impulsivity, and a mind that never slows down. I’ve missed important meetings, lost bank cards and documents, forgotten birthdays—even my own wedding anniversary—despite setting multiple reminders. At work, I can hyperfocus and achieve in short bursts, but the recovery from that effort often leaves me mentally drained.

Since receiving my diagnosis, I’ve gained not only answers but also compassion—for myself and others like me. I’ve worked hard to understand my brain, and I’ve found new ways to manage life through structure, medication, and peer support. My experience with ADHD is complex—frustrating, yes, but also filled with insight, creativity, and empathy.

I’m becoming an ADHD ambassador because I want to help others feel less alone. I want to raise awareness of how ADHD shows up in women—especially those who, like me, masked it for years. I want to challenge stigma, celebrate neurodiversity, and speak honestly about both the struggles and the strengths of living with this condition.

Because ADHD doesn’t look the same in everyone. And when we share our stories, we create space for understanding, connection, and change.

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