Organizing an ADHD Brain

Organizing an ADHD Brain

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  • Holiday Hosting with ADHD: Perspective for You (and Your Guests)

    ^ Send me a text about what you're decluttering (just remember I can't respond)

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    In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs reflects on her journey nearly a year into podcasting, and discusses her decision to delete social media apps to protect her energy during the holidays. Megs shares heartfelt personal stories about growing up in a cluttered home and offers insightful advice on navigating holiday hosting challenges with an ADHD brain. She emphasizes focusing on key areas in the home for holiday preparations, handling judgmental comments, and showing love and grace to both hosts and guests. Additionally, Megs provides information about her upcoming coaching program and membership options starting in January.


    01:09 Dealing with Clutter and Judgment
    02:59 Personal Stories and Family Home
    17:26 Reflections on Clutter and ADHD
    18:23 Holiday Tips and Encouragement
    23:45 Coaching and Membership Information
    25:13 Closing Remarks and Personal Anecdotes

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    27 min
  • Decluttering During the Holidays with ADHD

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    In this episode, host Megs addresses the challenges of decluttering and organizing an ADHD brain during the holiday season. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, she emphasizes the importance of small, incremental changes and the mental load associated with clutter. Megs provides strategies for effectively managing holiday preparations, communicating with family members, and tackling high-priority areas of the home. She encourages listeners to set 15-minute timers, focus on progress over perfection, and ensure self-care throughout the process. Listeners are invited to share their experiences and stay motivated in making their spaces more organized.


    02:12 The Mental Load of Clutter

    05:24 Communicating and Asking for Help

    06:59 Practical Decluttering Tips

    16:41 Emotional Aspects of Decluttering

    19:35 Maintaining Progress and Final Thoughts

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    23 min
  • Breaking the Cycle: Holiday Self-Care for the ADHD Brain

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    In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs, professional organizer coach, dives into the importance of self-care, particularly for women with ADHD. Megs discusses the challenges of maintaining self-care amidst the chaotic holiday season and offers practical tips on how to prevent burnout while staying organized. She emphasizes the importance of setting intentions, creating routines, and taking time for oneself. Megs also shares her personal self-care routine and encourages listeners to find what works for them. She ends the episode by inviting listeners to share their self-care practices on social media and look into her holiday card planning and coaching services.

    YOGA and your Nervous system

    01:06 The Importance of Self Care

    03:14 Challenges of Self Care with ADHD

    03:52 Personal Stories and Reflections

    06:11 Strategies for Effective Self Care

    14:05 Setting Intentions and Manifestation

    19:05 Daily Routines and Practical Tips

    26:55 Community and Engagement

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    32 min
  • How to Avoid Adding to the Clutter This Holiday Season: 5 Practical Tips for Navigating with ADHD

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    In this episode, Megs of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain' reflects on the challenges of holiday clutter and provides practical advice for ADHD individuals on how to manage their holiday season. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, making thoughtful gift choices, and implementing strategies to avoid impulsive spending. Megs also discusses how to plan, budget, and organize holiday gifts and experiences to ensure they are meaningful and not adding to the clutter. Additionally, she offers insights into involving kids in gift planning and shares tips for supporting small businesses.

    02:36 Avoiding Holiday Clutter

    08:52 Setting a Holiday Budget

    15:48 Experience Over Stuff

    21:00 Managing Holiday Clutter

    21:54 Designating Spaces for New Items

    22:40 Decluttering Toys and Electronics

    25:25 Evaluating New Purchases

    27:05 Practical Examples of Decluttering

    30:04 Setting Boundaries for Holiday Shopping


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    39 min
  • Manifesting a Stress-Free Holiday Season with ADHD (Part 2)

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    The book I referenced in the Podcast: Infinite Possibilities by Mike Dooley

    In this episode of "Organizing the ADHD Brain," host Megs shares her journey of staying grounded during the holiday season, the importance of staying present for herself and her family, and offers practical advice for those with ADHD. She discusses morning walks with her kids, the joy of crushing ice, and how her podcast has grown to 10,000 downloads. Megs delves into manifestation, explaining how our beliefs shape our reality and the significance of taking small, actionable steps toward our goals. She also introduces upcoming free Q&A sessions, body doubling sessions, and new resources like a dopamine menu. Lastly, Megs talks about her dreams, and the importance of acting on instincts, and offers classes on manifesting a fulfilling holiday season and ADHD-friendly holiday card planning.

    02:20 Podcast Milestone and Future Plans
    03:46 Understanding and Using a Dopamine Menu
    04:37 Introduction to Manifestation
    05:16 Thoughts Become Things: Organizing with ADHD
    08:02 Emotional Triggers and Manifestation
    12:03 Taking Action: Small Steps to Big Goals
    14:18 Practical Tips for Organizing
    17:40 Managing Family Life with Effective Communication
    17:57 Taking Action: The GPS Analogy
    19:08 Small Steps Lead to Big Changes
    21:52 Following Instincts and Hunches
    24:12 Organizing and Decluttering with ADHD
    29:55 Holiday Planning for the ADHD Brain
    35:26 Conclusion and Gratitude

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    38 min
  • Manifesting a Stress-Free Holiday Season with ADHD

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    In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs, a professional organizer and coach, talks about the importance of manifestation in creating a clear path for the upcoming holiday season. Megs discusses the intertwining of thoughts, beliefs, and emotions to manifest positive outcomes, especially for those managing ADHD. She addresses the need to visualize desired results, set empowering beliefs, and handle emotions constructively. Megs also touches on the recent U.S. election and shares her journey with ADHD, offering a compassionate perspective on understanding differing viewpoints. Tune in for insightful strategies on organizing your thoughts and spaces to thrive during the holidays and beyond.

    Much of this information comes from Mike Dooley’s Infinite Possibilities
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    01:28 Manifesting Your Best Holiday Season

    *Fast forward to 7:28 to avoid any political stuff*

    02:41 Navigating Political Emotions

    07:28 Understanding Manifestation

    09:06 Thoughts Become Things

    15:37 Beliefs and Their Power

    21:02 Emotions and Visualization

    25:48 Holiday Planning and Workshops


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    33 min
  • Dopamine Menu While Organizing through the Holidays

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    In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs, a professional organizer and coach, shares insights on thriving with ADHD, especially for late-diagnosed women. Megs introduces the concept of a dopamine menu to help manage ADHD symptoms and improve focus. She also provides tips for navigating the holidays without feeling overwhelmed, including strategies for decluttering, setting boundaries, and making holiday planning more manageable. Additionally, Megs celebrates two years of sobriety and reflects on her journey with ADHD and overcoming social anxiety in alcohol-free settings. Join Megs for practical advice and support in creating a life that celebrates neurodiversity.

    ^RSVP for more info about group classes over the holidays!

    01:18 Weekly Update and Personal Milestones
    02:19 Navigating Social Settings and Sobriety
    03:34 Holiday Season Self-Care Tips
    06:57 Understanding and Using a Dopamine Menu
    15:27 Holiday Planning and Group Coaching

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    23 min
  • Jingle All the Way (to Calm): 5 ADHD Strategies to Plan for the Holidays

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    In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs, a professional organizer and coach, dives into holiday preparation with a focus on helping late-diagnosed women with ADHD. Megs shares personal experiences, insights, and practical tips on how to manage the chaos of the holidays, overcome procrastination, set boundaries, and prioritize self-care. The episode emphasizes understanding what you truly want from the holiday season, learning effective time management strategies, and building a solid support system. Additionally, Megs introduces her upcoming holiday group coaching program and holiday card planning workshop to further assist listeners in having a stress-free and enjoyable holiday season.

    02:06 Organizing Expertise and Personal Journey
    03:48 Breaking Down the Holidays: Practical Tips
    11:25 Setting Boundaries During the Holidays
    16:40 Understanding Time Management
    24:23 Overcoming Overwhelm: Focus on One Thing
    25:35 The Importance of Self-Care
    27:30 The 5-4-3-2-1 Method for Grounding
    31:12 Building a Support System
    33:51 Holiday Planning and Boundaries
    38:54 Group Coaching Program Introduction

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    48 min
  • Organizing your Neurospicy Brain through Color: A Conversation with Artist, Eli Trier

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    In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs dives into the rich intersection of creativity, neurodivergence, and organization with guest Eli Trier, a talented neurodivergent artist. She shares her journey of late ADHD and autism diagnoses, transforming her approach to life and art. The discussion highlights the emotional impact of discovering neurodivergence in adulthood, the therapeutic effects of maximalist and minimalist spaces, and the role of colorful, vibrant art in emotional regulation. Eli offers personal insights into staying organized, embracing her identity, and connecting with others who share similar experiences. Additionally, Megs introduces her group coaching program and free workshops designed to help ADHD individuals manage holiday stress, celebrates ADHD awareness month with exclusive content on PATREON, and provides valuable tools and resources. Stay tuned for more strategies to harness the unique strengths of your amazing brain.

    Elinor Trier is an AuDHD visual artist, writer, podcaster, YouTuber, and founder of Elinor Trier Studio, where she creates artwork that reminds you that you're not the 'odd one out', you're 'one of a kind’. Her artwork is in private collections worldwide, and her ideas have been featured in multiple media outlets, including the Nautilus Silver Award-winning book Creatrix: She Who Makes.


    Connect with Eli!
    Website
    Instagram
    YouTube


    04:08 Eli's Diagnosis Journey

    11:49 The Power of Color in Art and Life

    23:57 The Struggle with Commissions

    24:27 Creating Art for Connection

    25:17 The Importance of a Clean Workspace

    26:03 Exploring Different Mediums

    28:33 Living with ADHD and Autism

    34:56 The Power of Community and Self-Acceptance

    36:08 Embracing Neurodivergence

    39:27 Eli's Artistic Journey and How to Follow Her

    39:47 Reflections and Personal Insights

    42:04 Holiday Coaching Program for Women with ADHD




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    47 min
  • Essential Organizing Tips for ADHD Part 2

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    In this comprehensive episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs explores the vital distinctions between decluttering and organizing and how they synergize to create a functional space. Highlighting the necessity to start with decluttering, she offers actionable tips to discard unnecessary items and streamline belongings. Using real-life examples, such as managing everyday items like pens and scissors, Megs guides listeners through the decluttering process. The psychological benefits of setting boundaries and focusing on specific areas, exemplified through a kitchen and junk drawer, are emphasized. Innovative tools such as battery organizers, QR codes, and apps like ScanLily are introduced to maintain organizational efficiency. The episode also unveils a new 90-day group coaching program launching in November, which features body doubling, lessons, and Q&A sessions. Furthermore, listeners are encouraged to join the PATREON community for exclusive content and receive special acknowledgments. Tune in for a wealth of strategies and supportive resources designed to help those with ADHD thrive.

    NOTE: Organizing an ADHD Brain is supported by its audience: when you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

    Battery Organizer

    Scanlily QR codes

    01:20 Decluttering vs. Organizing: Understanding the Difference

    02:04 The Process of Decluttering

    04:26 Finding Homes for Your Items

    08:45 Setting Intentions and Rules for Decluttering

    11:24 Finding and Organizing Chapstick

    12:15 Assigning Jobs to Items

    12:51 Changing Your Organizational Habits

    15:39 Using Technology for Organization

    17:48 Starting Small with Organizing

    18:44 Coaching Program Announcement


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    24 min

About Organizing an ADHD Brain

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Organizing an ADHD Brain is the podcast for people who are tired of organizing advice that just doesn't stick. Host Megs Crawford — ADHD coach, professional organizer, and fellow ADHDer —…

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