"MD gave me hope that I'd be a smart, think on my feet, attractive, courageous, persistent, liable, and professional individual doing something enthralling or interesting with my life. I grow up with no career, no house, not married or…"
Wild Minds network
Maladaptive Daydreaming: where wild minds come to rest
-
Penelope Jane Clark
- Female
- Exeter, Devon, England United Kingdom
- United Kingdom
- Blog Posts
- Discussions (4)
- Groups (1)
- Photos
- Photo Albums
- Videos
Penelope Jane Clark's Discussions
How does MDD connect with the real world?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jessica Ballantyne Nov 22, 2024. 28 Replies 3 Likes
Hi there, my daughter has maladaptive daydreaming and I'm writing a novel where a 17 year old boy has it too.I was thinking about how to show it in the novel - so that people who don't have it can…Continue
Gifts Received
Penelope Jane Clark has not received any gifts yet
Penelope Jane Clark's Page
Latest Activity
"Hi, former MD'er here 👋🏼
That's a cool idea you have there. I wish you luck as a fellow writer.
What does your daughter think? Did she give you any tips on how to write an MD episode, or she's keeping it private? If she's willing…"
"In a way, my MD really lead me to a life of emotional turmoil, overcoming obstacles and social isolation. "
"I think that I ruined my social and relationship life by doing maladaptive daydreaming. I didn't understand how people interact and communicate amongst each other, and decided to go live in a dream world. Time flew by, and now I feel the pain…"
"I'm so afraid my so-called "MD thing" will be exposed to others by accident. I happen to have Aspergers, and it's not a great mix. You should've seen the way people have looked at me. Almost like I'm from outer space,…"
"I got you're afraid but here's the thing: if you don't try you'll never know.. usually thing that require an high amount of concentration so you don't screw things up are a good way to curb daydreaming for a little wile..."
"I can't...I'll never drive. It's a long story. "
"Mmm... Have you tried to do some practice with a friend of yours or in car driving school? I'm sure it could help you; try to ask it to your father..."
"Thanks to everyone who has commented. It helps me to understand the MD community and to make sure I have not misrepresented you in my book, which is mostly based on how my daughter experiences MD, and some research I have done. It feels so much more…"
"That's okay - I understood!"
"I can understand a straight ongoing road, still for me, I always think, what if there was a drunk or doped speeder? That could've even happened in the quietude of woodland trails, or a wasteland. You're lucky you know how and when to…"
"Lol, the answer was meant to the post itself since I wrongfully called Penelope with your name, I made a little mistake 😂
Answering about the daydreaming during the drive, usually happens when I'm in a highway or in a long and straight road,…"
"My name is jessica. "
"I mean Penelope..."
"Also you have to be a very good driver, and avoid any jackass who want to side swipe and tailgate you. "
"I stopped driving at 20, because I live in an area where traffic is hectic and roads are crazy in some places, and we have high speed freeways. Lots of intersections and lights. "
Profile Information
- Write in number the result of 40/2
- 20
Comment Wall
- No comments yet!
Switch to the Mobile Optimized View
© 2025 Created by Valeria Franco.
Powered by
