DELIVER

Moth Story

My story began as a baby; I essentially showed every early indicator of ADHD. I was restless, hyperactive, and constantly fidgeting. I told several stories of this hyperactivity, some of which included learning how to read time so that I would not get out of bed before 5:45 AM, waking up an hour early before school in my elementary years to play outside, and having to run laps around my house when I had an excessive amount of boundless energy. When I was diagnosed with ADHD my freshman year of high school, I felt confused and vulnerable. Though I learned several coping mechanisms, movement has always been and will continue to be an outlet for me.

I feel content with my presentation. Although it did not go perfectly, I am happy with my performance. I feel as though my presentation of my story went smoothly, and I did not stutter nor lose my train of thought at any moment. This was what worried me most, so avoiding these instances made me feel more confident. I also think my pace was solid and I took several pauses to emphasize the effects of my story. I wish I had incorporated more humor into my moth story. Though some of the small stories I told were humorous, I feel as though I could have discussed them in a more lighthearted manner so as to evoke laughter from my audience. I also think I could have ended my story in a more final way because it felt a bit unsatisfactory.

This project bolstered my confidence in public speaking. Though I was nervous to present, I felt confident throughout the course of my presentation. I also used this as a learning experience. I have never been a good storyteller due to my ADHD, so this showed me that I am capable of chronologically telling a story.