An ADHD Adventure in Misplacing Things
We’ve all been there — frantically searching for something that was right there the whole time. But when you have ADHD, this kind of thing happens so often it starts to feel like a superpower… just not the useful kind.
Let me tell you about the time I spent 15 minutes searching for my keys — while holding them.
The Mission: Find the Keys
It started like any other day. I was running late (as usual) and needed to leave the house right now. I grabbed my bag, my water bottle, my headphones… but where were my keys?
I checked the counter. Not there.
I checked the hook by the door. Nope.
I even checked the fridge (don’t judge me — ADHD brains do weird things).
My stress level was rising. I was convinced I’d lost them again.
The Twist
After tearing the place apart, I paused to take a deep breath. That’s when I noticed the clinking sound. I looked down — there they were, in my hand the whole time.
I had grabbed them first thing, before I even realized I was looking for them. Classic ADHD move: brain racing ahead, body on autopilot.
Lessons Learned (Sort Of)
This isn’t the first time this has happened. And it won’t be the last. But here are a few things I try to remember:
✅ Give everything a home. A bowl, a hook, a tray — something visible and consistent.
✅ Slow down. Even 10 seconds to breathe can save you 10 minutes of frantic searching.
✅ Get a tracker. I now have a keychain that beeps when I call it from my phone. It’s saved my sanity more than once.
The ADHD Life
Living with ADHD means every day comes with tiny adventures like this. Sometimes it’s frustrating, but I try to laugh at the chaos. Because at the end of the day, it’s part of what makes my brain unique.
And hey — at least I didn’t put the keys in the fridge this time.
👉 Related: Check out my digital planners and coloring pages — designed for brains that like to keep things fun and flexible.
📌 Final Thought
If you’ve ever lost your keys, phone, or glasses (while wearing them), just know: you’re not alone. ADHD life is full of moments like these — and that’s okay.
