mate. 45. Learn to joke with yourself and others about your various symptoms, from forgetfulness to getting lost all the time to being tactless or impulsive. If you can bring a sense of humor to your failings, others will forgive you much more quickly. 46. Schedule activities with friends. Adhere to these schedules faithfully. It is crucial for you to keep connected to other people. 47. Find and join groups where you are liked, appreciated, understood, enjoyed. Even more than most people, people with ADD take great strength from group support.