In my latest free eBook I ask readers to ‘note’ the good things. It is so easy for us to point out and beat ourselves up over our mistakes and things that didn’t work out. But if we really want to live happier, more positive lives, then we probably should give the “good” things the credit they deserve, too. Don’t you think? .
One way that leads to happiness is gratefulness and I have a lot to be thankful for this year. . Here’s my list of my top 10 ‘good’ things this year: . 1
I released my first free eBook of the year 7 Crucial Tips for Parents and Teachers of Children with ADHD. It has been downloaded thousands of times and passed on via email countless more times, also via facebook and so many other ways. .2
The ADDer World ADHD Social Network reached a new milestone as membership went over 3000 members!! We are already nearing 4000! If your not a member yet, join us. .3 One Boy’s Struggle: A Memoirmade me one of the top 3 bestselling authors for my publisher! What that really tells me is that my story is reaching, and resonating, with people all over the world and is becoming one of the most well known ADHD books. I am thankful it is benefiting so many. Far more than I ever dreamed of! Thank you! .4
Sharon St. John, LPC, wrote an ADHD support group guide to One Boy’s Struggle: A Memoir! I learned a lot from reading her guide, things I did not realize people were ‘getting’ from my story. Thank you, Sharon! She’s an amazing person and one of the very best support group coordinators. .5
I met Tom Cruise and Paula Patton! They were gracious and very nice. Tom was actually a surprise, because the press had given me very different expectations. Lesson learned: Can’t always rely on what you read in the papers! .6
I recently released my latest free eBook How to be Happy Every Day – Even if you have ADHD! This eBook is perhaps my favorite writing project of the year. I decided to both write and design this eBook, but I wasn’t sure I would get it out in time for the holidays. But I did! Woo Hoo! It is setting a personal record for how many copies have been downloaded in the amount of time so far. .7
I wrote another book this year that will be released in 2012-13. It is my first book not about ADHD – it is about writing, blogging and self-publishing. .8
My first free eBook 10 Things I Hate about ADHD went well over 50,000 downloads in 2011! If you consider that most published books often only have a run of 10,000 to 30,000 prints then it becomes clearer that my first eBook has been read by more people than most published books! 50,000 is only the number I can verify, but who knows how many times it has been emailed and shared. Although my eBooks are available to ADDer World members, they are also available on many other sites and I have no idea how many people are sharing them via their websites and so on. .9
So, what was my most read article of 2011 on my blog? The most read article on ADDer World was: Steve Jobs RIP Dead – ADHD? The runner up: Major Landmark for People with ADHD everywhere! Pass it on. – Also, one of my blog posts from last year (hint: blurting) will appear in ADDitude Magazine’s next issue (Spring)! .10
A major highlight of 2011 was a recent, very positive and encouraging review of One Boy’s Struggle: A Memoir by Dr. Edward Hallowell! Thank you very much Dr. Hallowell. . Special thanks and gratitude to:
Sarah Gogstetter
Kate Kelly (She’s been in the hospital please keep her in your thoughts.)
Melissa Orlov
Katherine Ellison
Madelyn Griffith-Haynie
Sharon St. John
Jacqueline CX
Catherine Avery
Rory Stern
David A. Crenshaw
Seth Godin
Tara McGillicuddy
Terry Matlen
Nancy Irwin
David Giwerc
Ariane Benefit
Jacqueline Sinfield
Sarah D. Wright
Kenny Handelman
Nancy Ratey
Charles Parker
Eileen Bailey
All the wonderful members of ADDer World and so many others!
That’s my highlight list of “good things” for 2011 and I look forward to more good things in 2012! Thank you all so very much for reading the stuff I write, without you none of these things would be as good as they are. Please continue sharing the eBooks as far and wide as you can. .
Make sure you get your copy of How to be Happy Every Day – Even if you have ADHD! As much requested I am updating it for a Special Edition Workbook! It seems I can never settle and do enough, but that’s one of my previous disadvantages that I turned into one of my “advantages” by finding my passion and purpose, and what makes ADHD a special “Gift”to me! Now, go and turn disadvantages into advantages, make your attention matter by paying more attention to your strengths and your possibilities, or your child’s! There are so many good things about you! .
Best wishes to all! .
~Bryan
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Laura posted the following on January 17, 2012 at 8:00 am.
Bryan wrote:
“It seems I can never settle and do enough, but that’s one of my previous disadvantages that I turned into one of my “advantages” by finding my passion and purpose, and what makes ADHD a special “Gift” to me! Now, go and turn disadvantages into advantages, make your attention matter by paying more attention to your strengths and your possibilities, or your child’s! There are so many good things about you!”
Ariane Benefit posted the following on January 21, 2012 at 1:44 pm.
Bryan, Thanks so much for including me on your list! It’s us that should be thanking you for your contribution to the understanding of ADHD and how having a neurodiverse brain affects all aspects of life. Whether one has it or not, they are affected by it because everyone, whether they know it or not, has people with ADHD in their lives. Your willingness to speak openly about your experiences and your healing journey inform and inspire us all. Your dedication to providing a community for our tribe to unite and share is a gift to all who participate. Even though I don’t have the bandwidth to participate as much as I would like to, when I do visit, I am always comforted and reassured that I am part of a different kind of “normal” – I have a tribe where I fit right in.
With much love, respect and admiration for your dedication and impact on making life better for ADDers all over the world.
"One Boy’s Struggle is a real eye-opener. It should be read by all parents struggling to understand how best to support their ADHD children. Adults with ADHD will likely find validation and new hope from reading Bryan’s story.” ~Dr. Edward Hallowell
CHADD Educator of the Year for 2010, Dr. Katherine Nell Mcneil, "Highly recommends" One Boy’s Struggle
“A very brave and moving memoir.” Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, Katherine Ellison, author of 'Buzz'.
"Gripping account of both the struggles and positive polarities of ADD written beautifully in a honest, open and courageous manner." David A. Crenshaw, Ph.D.
"Anyone with ADD or with friends, loved ones or colleagues with ADD will be informed and touched by Bryan’s book." Bryan Robinson Ph.D. author of 'The Art of Confident Living'
Thank you!
It is an honor to have written a book that is meaning so much and benefiting so many. It is my hope that one day ‘One Boy’s Struggle: A Memoir’ will be read by every teacher and parent, as well as read by every adult with ADHD. If you own a copy and have read it, please consider passing it on, loan it out to friends, a support group or donating it to your local library.
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You’re very welcome Bryan. You are one of the leaders in the ADD/ADHD ‘civil rights’ movement!
Sarah
Reply to Sarah GogstetterBryan wrote:
“It seems I can never settle and do enough, but that’s one of my previous disadvantages that I turned into one of my “advantages” by finding my passion and purpose, and what makes ADHD a special “Gift” to me! Now, go and turn disadvantages into advantages, make your attention matter by paying more attention to your strengths and your possibilities, or your child’s! There are so many good things about you!”
Inspirational! Love it!
Reply to LauraHow lovely to be appreciated – but YOU are the one making it all happen, so thank YOU!!
Reply to Madelyn Griffith-HaynieNothing happens without other people who care and contribute, and you are a major, wonderful contributor
Reply to Bryan HutchinsonBryan, Thanks so much for including me on your list! It’s us that should be thanking you for your contribution to the understanding of ADHD and how having a neurodiverse brain affects all aspects of life. Whether one has it or not, they are affected by it because everyone, whether they know it or not, has people with ADHD in their lives. Your willingness to speak openly about your experiences and your healing journey inform and inspire us all. Your dedication to providing a community for our tribe to unite and share is a gift to all who participate. Even though I don’t have the bandwidth to participate as much as I would like to, when I do visit, I am always comforted and reassured that I am part of a different kind of “normal” – I have a tribe where I fit right in.
With much love, respect and admiration for your dedication and impact on making life better for ADDers all over the world.
Reply to Ariane BenefitAwww, that was very nice of you, Ariane!
Thank you
Bryan
Reply to Bryan Hutchinson