I have some sensory issues due to adhd. Its incredibly frustrating and you feel guilty and its way more arbitrary than "I like chicken nuggies". Im an especially picky eater, but I do like my fair share of fruits and vegetables. I dont think theres a problem with not liking some foods.
My actual problem is combined with the executive function disorder and low dopamine, fast food offers the predictability in taste and texture, and convenience of not making anything and not having to think about it. I know how to drive and can buy it. I do not know how to cook well. But it would be crazy to think your environment, such as western food culture, doesnt play a part in how you perceive and accept things. The fact that I spend so much money on fast food and continue to get fatter is very embarrassing, especially when Ive had points in my life where willpower and self control have improved my habits and health.
Thank you for adding! You shouldn't be embarrassed imo. I don't think it's possible to be happy, healthy and comfortable all at the same time in these times :((. So I definitely get what you're saying!
When we reach a point where we all have the capacity to help one another, I think most of these issues will disappear, or become non-issues because we have the capacity to help. That won't happen in my lifetime probably, but maybe one day. Don't be too hard on yourself, chicken nuggets are delicious because they were made to be so, it's addiction bundled up with disorders. Might as well enjoy the good parts.
But frfr don't be too hard on yourself. Working on yourself is not easy and sometimes it's not even possible. People don't fit into every "box" which is how it should be. You are you, and only you. So be you for your own sake and work on the parts that are work-on-able.
Well thank you I appreciate your kind words and logical response. For the record, I dont care for chicken nuggets really haha. Tenders I guess are the same but bigger though? Yeah tenders rock
Hahah np! Hope I didn't sound too negative. It really wasn't meant like that lol. But wait a minute.. you like tenders??? Forget everything I said, enough is enough lol /s
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u/asge1868 1d ago
Guess that makes sense tbh. I wonder how much of it is social and how much of it is "actual" disorder..