On this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, ADHD coach Megs revisits one of her earliest organizing episodes with fresh eyes, more ADHD knowledge, and a lot more compassion for how hard it actually is to start. Whether you're looking for ADHD coaching, a supportive ADHD community, or practical ways to get organized, this episode meets you where you are.

By the end, you'll have a realistic, shame-free framework for decluttering and building routines that actually work with your ADHD brain, not against it.

Megs opens by reflecting on how her thinking has shifted since recording this episode two years ago, particularly around not prescribing one-size-fits-all habits (she's officially retiring the 5 a.m. wake-up recommendation) and understanding organizing as a collaborative, regulated process rather than a checklist to complete. She shares her own history of growing up surrounded by generational clutter, her Facebook Marketplace decluttering phase, and what she learned from the book Decluttering at the Speed of Life, that not everything needs to be sold, and donating is often the more regulated, sustainable choice.

The episode covers why executive function challenges make starting and stopping so hard, why having less stuff means fewer decisions, and how tiny time-boxed steps, paired with reminders, habit stacking, a dedicated donation box, and focused "blinders", are what actually move the needle over time. She also talks through teaching kids organizing systems, what happens when everything feels equally important, and why action will always beat knowledge when it comes to getting your space under control.

The good news? You don't have to overhaul your whole home. You just have to start somewhere small, and then praise yourself for doing it, without shame.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Decluttering at the Speed of Life by Dana K. White: https://amzn.to/43XyQAh

Resources on ADHD and Executive Function: 

What Are ADHD Executive Functions?: https://www.additudemag.com/slideshows/what-are-adhd-executive-functions/ 

How to Improve Executive Function with ADHD: https://www.additudemag.com/how-to-improve-executive-function-adhd/ 

Time Management Skills and Organization Help for ADHD: https://www.additudemag.com/time-management-skills-organization-help-adhd/

This episode is for anyone with ADHD who has tried to get organized, given up, and is ready to try again, this time with a plan that actually fits their brain.

00:00:39 — Revisiting Old Advice with Fresh Eyes and More ADHD Knowledge 

00:13:03 — 2026 Megs: Selling Versus Donating perspective

00:15:19 — 2026 Megs: Lessons Learned from Her Parents' Decluttering Journey 

00:20:57 — The Craft Closet Reality Check 

00:22:46 — 2026 Megs: Teaching Kids How to Use Organizing Systems 

00:25:54 — 2026 Megs: When Everything Feels Equally Important 

00:35:01 — Starting Small with Time-Boxed Organizing Sessions 

00:37:59 — 2026 Megs: Using Reminders and Habit Stacking to Build Consistency 

00:45:40 — Why Having Less Stuff Creates More Ease 

00:48:41 — Praising Your Progress Without Shame 

00:50:59 — 2026 Megs: The Messy Middle and Closing Thoughts

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On this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, ADHD coach Megs reconnects with Lauren Goldberg to talk about internalized ableism, disability pride, career transitions, and what it really means to work with your ADHD brain instead of against it. Whether you're looking for ADHD coaching, a supportive ADHD community, or practical ways to get organized, this episode meets you where you are.

By the end, you'll have a new lens for understanding the shame many of us carry around disability and neurodivergence, and what it looks like to slowly, imperfectly trade that shame in for pride.

Lauren was diagnosed with ADHD at age eight, but it wasn't until an ADHD reassessment for college that she learned she also had hearing loss. She shares what it felt like to hide her hearing aids, why she initially resisted identifying as disabled, and the milestones that shifted things, ASL classes, learning about Deaf culture, and eventually decorating her hearing aids as a public act of pride. She also opens up about navigating the space between hearing and Deaf communities, and the ongoing messy middle of considering cochlear implants as her hearing continues to change.

On the career side, Lauren talks about how repeated industry shifts and COVID-era unemployment pushed her toward entrepreneurship and why she moved away from digital products to focus on deep one-on-one coaching for neurodivergent clients. She and Megs dig into internalized ableism, toxic professionalism, and what self-advocacy actually looks like in practice when you've spent years masking and shrinking yourself to fit in.

The good news? The messy middle of identity isn't a problem to solve. It's where the real work and the real growth actually happen.

This episode is for anyone with ADHD who has ever felt shame around who they are and is ready to start seeing themselves differently.

Lauren Goldberg is a Career Self-Discovery and Leadership Coach who specializes in helping neurodivergent changemakers move from self-doubt to self-trust, in their careers and beyond. Diagnosed with ADHD, dyslexia, and hearing loss, Lauren brings lived experience and deep compassion to her coaching, helping clients unlearn toxic professionalism, advocate for their needs, and build careers that actually fit them. She describes herself as a disco ball, reflecting your light back at you so you can enjoy it and shine it on the world.

Website: https://www.laurengoldbergcoaching.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurengoldbergcoaching 

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On this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, ADHD coach Megs explores what it really means to give yourself permission to play and why your ADHD brain might need it more than you think. Whether you're looking for ADHD coaching, a supportive ADHD community, or practical ways to get organized, this episode meets you where you are.

By the end, you'll have a new way to think about joy, mess, and micro practices that interrupt the go-go-go mindset and bring you back to the present.

Megs opens with her daughter's observation that adults forget how to play and takes it seriously. Turning 40, watching her girls gleefully stomp through mud, and eventually joining them despite every instinct to stay clean became a turning point. From there she shares a series of playful experiments: ice skating, rollerblading, hopscotch on the school walk, a spontaneous lunch invitation, and using Command strips to try out home decor without the pressure of getting it perfect.

She connects rigid internal rules, shaped by church culture, parenting pressures, and strict routines, to a deeper fear of making mistakes, and explores how treating life and work more like play helped her run a summer-planning event smoothly despite tech mishaps, stay present with her family, and slowly retrain her body to pause instead of push.

The good news? Play doesn't have to be big or planned. It just has to be real and this episode gives you plenty of small places to start.

Megs has been part of the Mindful as a Mother community and wanted to share something she thinks is worth knowing about. If you're a mom of a neurodivergent kid, their small group might be exactly what you've been looking for, a 4-week space led by neurodivergent child counselors who live this stuff too. Real talk about regulation, RSD, meltdowns, and burnout, in a small group where you can finally stop masking and get into what actually works.

Learn more here: https://stan.store/Mindfulasamother/p/you-can-sit-with-us-

Also check out the Mindful as a Mother podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mindful-as-a-mother/id1546749518

This episode is for anyone with ADHD who has been running on empty and is ready to remember what it feels like to just play.

2:54 — Turning 40 and the Mud Lesson 

5:45 — Micro Practices and Shifting the Go-Go-Go Mindset 

7:24 — Family Skating and Making Play Happen 

8:43 — Messy Social Play and the Lunch Invitation 

11:12 — Rigid Rules, Church Culture, and Bedtime Battles 

13:59 — Hopscotch on the School Walk 

15:51 — Why Play Is Really Practice 

18:03 — Home Decor Experiments Without Perfectionism 

19:50 — Making Faster Decisions by Lowering the Stakes 

21:16 — Running a Planning Event Like It's Play 

24:45 — Interrupting the Go-Go-Go in Real Time 

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Bailey Pilant is a New York and Florida-licensed therapist, ADHD-CCSP certified, and the founder of The Wave Counseling, a practice specializing in neurodivergent affirming therapy for women navigating ADHD, anxiety, burnout, and life transitions. She brings both clinical expertise and lived experience to her work, helping women understand themselves more deeply and advocate for the support they actually need. Find her:

Website: https://thewavecounseling.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewavecounseling 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewavecounseling

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Have you ever felt like your ADHD symptoms get dramatically worse at certain times of the month, and wondered if it was all in your head?

On this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, ADHD coach Megs welcomes back therapist Bailey Pilant to break down the connection between ADHD, hormones, and women's health, including cycle tracking, perimenopause, and PMOS. Whether you're looking for ADHD coaching, a supportive ADHD community, or practical ways to get organized, this episode meets you where you are.

By the end, you'll understand why women's ADHD is so often missed, how your hormones are directly affecting your symptoms, and what you can start doing right now to track, plan, and advocate for yourself.

Bailey explains how estrogen affects dopamine and why that means ADHD symptoms can shift dramatically across the menstrual cycle, worsen with age, and intensify during perimenopause. She walks through why women's ADHD is so frequently dismissed as personality traits rather than a neurological difference, the knowledge gaps that exist around diagnostic criteria and co-occurring conditions, and why girls often mask in ways that hide their symptoms entirely. They also dig into emotional overwhelm, what borderline hormone test results can mean, and why "normal" results don't always tell the full story.

Bailey shares her own experience with PMOS (formerly PCOS), the value of at-home hormone tracking, and how using real data can help you plan supports, communicate your needs, reduce reactivity, and extend yourself genuine self-compassion, through what she calls "experiments" rather than expectations.

The good news? Once you understand what your hormones are doing and when, you stop wondering if something is wrong with you and start working with your body instead of against it.

Previously on Organizing an ADHD Brain — Bailey's earlier episodes: 

Cravings & Cognitive Chaos: Decoding the ADHD-Eating Disorder Connection for Women

Cognitive Chaos: Interview with Bailey (Part 2)

This episode is for any woman with ADHD who has ever felt like her symptoms were a moving target — and is ready to understand why.

3:31 — Why women's ADHD is so often missed and dismissed as personality traits 

8:18 — How ADHD presents differently in girls versus boys due to socialization and masking 

14:18 — How estrogen affects dopamine and what that means for ADHD symptoms across your cycle 

17:49 — When to test your hormones and what to look for 

20:39 — When test results look "normal" but something still feels off 

26:26 — Cycle tracking as a self-support tool, using data to plan and regulate 

36:03 — Perfectionism, self-compassion, and reframing progress as experiments 

44:03 — What PMOS means and Bailey's personal experience with her diagnosis 

50:55 — How to work with Bailey and closing thoughts

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By the end, you'll have a new framework for making decluttering decisions that feel regulated, intentional, and aligned with where you're actually going, not where you've been.

Megs shares the real story behind letting go of most of her family's belongings before their move from Colorado to Massachusetts. When she and Adam learned that moving pods could cost up to $16,000, they made a different call, sell, gift, donate, and occasionally discard. What followed was an unexpectedly emotional process of untangling identity, memory, and nervous system strain from the objects filling their home.

She reflects on the time cost of selling, the weight of repeated decision-making, and how Dana K. White's decluttering questions helped her make choices that felt grounded rather than reactive. She shares memorable exchanges with buyers and neighbors, what they chose to keep (sentimental ornaments made the cut), and how renting furnished places freed them from the pressure of building a "perfect" space, and let them focus on what was actually next.

The good news? You don't have to let go of everything. You just have to get clear on what you're growing toward, and deadheading gets a lot easier from there.

This episode is for anyone with ADHD who is holding onto more than they need and is ready to make peace with letting go.

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On this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, ADHD coach Megs walks through what it really looks like when a carefully made plan meets real life; grief, fear, and all. Whether you're looking for ADHD coaching, a supportive ADHD community, or practical ways to get organized, this episode meets you where you are.

By the end, you'll have a new way to think about the messy middle, not as failure, but as temporary data pointing you toward what matters most.

Megs gets real about her fourth move of the year, relocating from Colorado to Massachusetts after selling their home in July 2025. She came prepared: early packing, labeled boxes, a full week off to settle in. Then the plan met life. What followed was a week of grief, anxiety, and move-related chaos that no amount of planning could have prevented.

She explores why change is uncomfortable even when it's good, how clutter and unfinished logistics amplify emotional overwhelm for ADHD brains, and why regulation in those moments comes down to something simple, reminding yourself that you are safe. She shares the choice she kept making that week: putting down the unfinished tasks to be present with her kids, even when everything around her felt undone.

The good news? The messy middle isn't a sign that something went wrong. It's information. And choosing presence over perfection, even once, even imperfectly, is always the right move.

This episode is for anyone with ADHD who is navigating a season of change and needs permission to put down the to-do list and just be okay for a minute.

TIME MARKERS 

2:45 — How Megs planned the move: early packing, labeled boxes, a week to settle in 

4:39 — When life hits: a friend's death, a community crisis, and Charlotte's hospital visit 

7:22 — Finding home again in the middle of grief and chaos 

10:23 — How clutter and unfinished logistics amplify ADHD overwhelm, and what regulation actually looks like 

14:45 — Choosing presence over productivity, putting down the tasks to be with her kids 

18:14 — Lessons from the week: what the messy middle was actually teaching her 

22:17 — Permission to pause, why stopping is sometimes the most regulated choice 

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On this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, ADHD coach Megs welcomes back therapist and author Jenna Free to talk about her book, The Simple Guide to ADHD Regulation, and what it actually means to heal your nervous system instead of just managing it. Whether you're looking for ADHD coaching, a supportive ADHD community, or practical ways to get organized, this episode meets you where you are.

By the end, you'll understand why so many ADHD coping strategies keep you stuck, and what a different approach to regulation could make possible for your everyday life.

Jenna explains how many ADHDers live in chronic fight-or-flight, caught in frantic crash cycles that quietly make executive functioning and symptoms worse over time. Her approach isn't about more homework, better organization systems, or forcing your way through, it's about retraining your nervous system toward genuine balance. They dig into why rushing, rigid cleanliness, hustle culture, and constant news and social media scrolling can all function as attempts to soothe dysregulation rather than actually resolve it..

The good news? Regulation isn't about becoming a different person or achieving a perfect life. It's about building enough internal stability that you can stay okay — no matter what the messy middle throws at you.

Grab Jenna's book, The Simple Guide to ADHD Regulation, on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4w7Z14d

This episode is for anyone with ADHD who is exhausted by the cycle of hacking and crashing and is ready to try something that goes a little deeper.

Jenna Free is a therapist, ADHD specialist, and the author of The Simple Guide to ADHD Regulation, a practical, structured approach to retraining the nervous system for people who are tired of hacks and ready for something that actually sticks. Diagnosed with ADHD herself at 32, Jenna brings both lived experience and deep clinical expertise to her work helping ADHDers move out of chronic fight-or-flight and into a life that feels more balanced, more spacious, and a lot less frantic. 

instagram: @adhdwithjennafree

website: ADHDwithJennafree.com

1:25 — From coping and hacking to actually healing 

3:16 — The eureka moment behind her method 

9:35 — The "messy middle" 

15:34 — Control, perfectionism, and how they show up as dysregulation in disguise 

19:05 — The power of doing one thing at a time for an ADHD nervous system 

22:46 — What it actually means to be dysregulated 

25:09 — How Jenna's method differs 

29:35 — ADHD dysregulation vs. trauma dysregulation 

34:40 — How regulation creates space for ambition instead of replacing it 

39:11 — News, doomscrolling, and the beliefs quietly driving the habit 

44:22 — Choosing presence as a daily practice — what that looks like in real life 

47:56 — Kids, screens, and the underrated value of boredom 

54:07 — No shame, just curiosity — how to wrap it all together

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On this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, ADHD coach Megs teaches how to make a plan that actually works for an ADHD brain, without needing it to be perfect. Whether you're looking for ADHD coaching, a supportive ADHD community, or practical ways to get organized, this episode meets you where you are.

By the end, you'll have a new way to think about planning, one that bends instead of breaks, and actually helps you feel more regulated instead of more overwhelmed.

Megs gets real about a hard day juggling two young kids and another move, then pushes back on the idea that ADHD brains just can't plan. Plans, rhythms, and routines can absolutely work, when they're simple, written down, and treated as flexible guides instead of rigid rules to fail at.

Using meal planning as her anchor example, she shares what she learned living temporarily on a mountain in Georgia (far from any grocery store), and how she eventually built a Sunday meal-planning habit in Massachusetts that reduced both overwhelm and overspending, even on the weeks it still fell apart. She walks through how to notice what isn't working, break goals into small steps, set intentions with reminders and support like body doubling, and build a "bare minimum" plan for your worst days so you stay regulated even when life gets chaotic.

The good news? A plan doesn't have to be beautiful or complete to work. It just has to exist, and this episode shows you exactly how to build one you'll actually use.

This episode connects to an earlier conversation about all-or-nothing thinking, if that resonates, check out the "Burn It All Down" episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/organizing-an-adhd-brain/id1728728980?i=1000760213135

Looking for more meal-planning and organizing support? Join Megs' Circle community, a space built for ADHD brains who want accountability and connection without the pressure. > Join Here

This episode is for anyone who has ever given up on planning because it felt too hard to do it perfectly, and is ready to try a different way.

Time Stamps:

2:03 — An Instagram video about ADHD planning sparks a reframe 

3:23 — Why plans fail: and why that's not the whole story 

4:26 — The Georgia meal planning story: planning on a mountain far from groceries 

7:46 — Building a Sunday meal-planning routine in Massachusetts 

11:26 — Keeping plans simple, written, and flexible 

13:25 — Beliefs, small wins, and what actually builds momentum 

17:04 — What a plan really is — and what it doesn't have to be 

18:25 — How to reverse-engineer a goal into something doable

4:03 — Setting intentions, reminders, and using body doubling for support 

29:27 — Expecting imperfection: treating plans like projects, not promises 

32:12 — Building a bare minimum plan for your hardest days 

35:52 — Community invite and closing thoughts

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In this episode, Megs sits down with Stephanie Wall Murrow, founder of the Self-Care Circle, to talk about her late ADHD diagnosis at 37, how postpartum anxiety led her to finally get answers, and how she turned a career in audiology business development, yoga, and mindfulness into coaching that actually meets ADHD brains where they are.

Stephanie reframes what self-care really means; think meal prep, laying your clothes out the night before, scheduling rest on your calendar, and giving yourself an "adult timeout" before you burn out. She and Megs dig into habit stacking, morning routines, body doubling, and why tiny accessible steps beat big dramatic overhauls every single time.

If you've ever felt like self-care is one more thing you're failing at, this episode will change how you see it. Practical, warm, and full of real talk. This one is worth a listen.

Stephanie Wall Murrow is the founder of the Self-Care Circle and a coach who helps people recognize where mental overload is quietly getting in the way, not in obvious ways, but in the small moments that build up over time. After working with over 1,000 businesses and 9,000 individuals, she knows exactly how it feels to start one thing, switch to another, lose track of what mattered most, and end the day more drained than when it started. Her work blends mindfulness, accountability, and practical self-care tools to help you feel clear, focused, and more in control of how you move through your day. 

Find Stephanie at myselfcarecircle.com 

@myselfcarecircle on Instagram 

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TIME MARKERS

1:09 — Stephanie shares how her ADHD journey began as a high-achieving, constantly tired student 

7:01 — Shifting from "what if" to "what now" — reframing the diagnosis as an explanation 

11:34 — Accountability tools, body doubling, and how she coaches clients with ADHD 

15:31 — Habit stacking and building morning routines that actually stick 

20:37 — Practical self-care: meal prep, laying clothes out, finances, and planning ahead 

25:58 — Why habits — not magic — are what create lasting change 

29:24 — Embracing the messy middle without shame 

30:41 — Habit stacking specifically for self-care routines 

31:43 — Putting self-care on the calendar like any other commitment 

32:38 — The "adult timeout" — what it is and why it works 

35:36 — Schedule it or burn out: making rest non-negotiable 

39:10 — Pick one tiny thing and start there 

43:50 — The curiosity-first approach and a five-star self-check-in 

44:41 — Modeling self-care for your kids 

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In this episode, Megs breaks down why all-or-nothing thinking isn't a character flaw, it's actually a flight response, your nervous system trying to protect you from overwhelm. She explains how it keeps us stuck through perfectionism, procrastination, hiding messes, and waiting for the "perfect moment" to start, and why that moment never comes.

The good news? You can build new brain muscles. Megs walks through tiny, doable steps; one dish, five minutes, touching the laundry once, that starts to rewire the pattern over time without requiring you to overhaul your entire life first.

She also shares personal examples, why community and support matter, and where to find help if you want to go deeper. If you're looking for an ADHD-informed therapist, check out  Neurodivergent Therapists,  Psychology Today, and  Zencare, all great places to find someone who gets it.

This one is practical, validating, and a great place to start if all-or-nothing thinking has been keeping you stuck.

TIME MARKERS

0:39 — Welcome and the "burn it all down" feeling — what all-or-nothing thinking actually looks like 

1:55 — What all-or-nothing thinking is and how it connects to your ADHD brain 

4:29 — Why this pattern keeps you stuck: overwhelm, perfectionism, and the impossible starting line 

8:11 — How to start noticing where all-or-nothing thinking shows up in your daily life 

11:14 — Starting small and building the brain muscle — why tiny actions actually work 

13:55 — Real five-minute win examples: dishes, laundry, work sessions, and more 

18:54 — Tiny steps in action: Megs shares personal examples from her own life 

22:21 — The "not enough until it's done" trap — and how to break out of it 

28:14 — Why community and being believed in makes a real difference 

31:57 — Therapy and helpful resources: Neurodivergent Therapists, Psychology Today, and Zencare 

33:31 — Do one thing today — your simple starting point 

34:55 — Closing thoughts and what's coming next

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If you've ever felt like your ADHD brain doesn't belong in a professional environment — this episode is for you.

Megs sits down with her friend Meghan Brown-Enyia, ADHD coach and founder of ADHD at Work, to talk about what it really looks like to navigate a career with ADHD. From late diagnosis to masking at work, asking for accommodations, and finding your people in the ADHD community — this conversation goes deep and keeps it real.

Meghan shares her own journey of being diagnosed after years working in special education, and how she turned her MSW background and HR expertise into a coaching practice that supports both employees and the companies they work for. They also get into the "messy middle" — what it means to be a work in progress, embrace imperfection, and build a life that actually works for your brain.

Whether you're looking for an ADHD coach, trying to figure out how to ask for workplace accommodations, or just want to feel less alone in this — pull up a chair.

Topics covered: late ADHD diagnosis, ADHD in the workplace, ADHD coaching, executive function strategies, workplace accommodations, disclosure at work, psychological safety, masking, ADHD community, rest and burnout, organization systems, habit stacking.

1:24 Late ADHD diagnosis

4:30 Asking for accommodations

7:12 Unmasking at work

9:33 Showing up authentically online

13:46 Rest without shame

15:14 Social media and business

17:58 Service vs. income

20:55 Workplace coaching ROI

22:20 The messy middle workbook

23:35 Conference goals mindset

27:20 Owning the messy middle

29:40 Ask for support systems

31:00 Slow down strategically

33:37 Digital, mental, and physical order

38:59 Rules and habit stacking at home

42:30 Stop the 'should' timeline

44:36 Where to find Meghan

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Whether you're part of an ADHD community looking for real talk, searching for an ADHD coach, or just trying to figure out why you keep ending up back at square one — this episode will give you language, perspective, and empowering beliefs to carry with you.

You'll hear: the hiking metaphor for building new habits, the "Pandora's box" of self-awareness, why community and coaching accelerate change, and a set of affirmations you can repeat daily — including "My patterns kept me safe. I get to choose different now" and "Good things are allowed to happen to me and stay."

In This Episode:

04:57 — Why your beliefs are blocking change (even when you're trying really hard) 

06:26 — What discomfort actually is — and why it's proof you're capable 

10:20 — How therapy, ADHD coaching, and mindset work together 

13:45 — A guitar lesson on the power of community for ADHDers 

15:45 — No-spend month as a real-life example of belief in action 

19:15 — The Pandora's box of self-awareness: facing data, emotions, and avoided realities 

22:12 — The hiking metaphor: forging a new path through your brain 

27:56 — Be the hero of your own story — and take action 

29:54 — Beliefs to repeat daily if you have ADHD 

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Megs sits down with Kendall, mental health advocate and children's book author, to talk about something most of us never learned how to do: make our inner emotional world visible to the people who love us most. Kendall shares her journey from lifelong anxiety diagnosis to ADHD discovery, how postpartum depression cracked her open, and the "cloud" metaphor she created so her kids could understand mom's hard days without fear or confusion.

🎧 What We Talk About

Understanding your own brain first — Kendall spent years being told she had anxiety before landing on an ADHD diagnosis that finally made sense. If your mental health story has kept shifting, you'll feel seen here.

The cloud metaphor that changed everything — After PPD, Kendall needed a way to say "mom is struggling today" without clinical language or blame. 

ADHD tools for couples — Kendall and her husband have different ADHD patterns. She shares "pause" check-ins, shared lists, and strategies that actually work when two executive-function-challenged brains are building a life together.

Care kits for hard days — What goes in one? Simpler and more intentional than you'd expect.

The book + pay-it-forward program — Kendall self-published Cloudy Day Chronicles to keep the family dialogue supportive rather than clinical, and now donates books through a pay-it-forward program and speaks with community organizations to connect parents to local mental health resources.

About Kendall

Kendall's greatest adventures began at home, as a mother. Her stories are inspired by the curiosity, humor, and boundless imagination of her children, who often help shape the characters and moments that appear on the page. Alongside her husband Matt and their dog Kiaora, she fills her days with laughter, exploration, and just the right amount of playful weirdness. When she's not creating stories, Kendall can usually be found where the wild things are.

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• 01:12 — From mental health struggles to becoming an author
• 02:07 — Postpartum depression and the birth of the cloud metaphor
• 03:26 — Inside the Cloudy Day Chronicles book
• 12:21 — ADHD tools for couples with different patterns
• 18:46 — Building a care kit for cloudy days
• 23:42 — How (and why) to ask for support out loud
• 27:12 — Publishing choices and drawing the family line
• 29:56 — Advocacy work and connecting parents to resources
• 33:36 — Community impact and closing thoughts
• 35:16 — Where to find the book

📚 Resources & Links

• Cloudy Day Chronicles — Author's Website/Buy The Book
• Follow Kendall — Substack/Instagram

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Using real stories from her own life, Megs shares her experience pursuing bariatric surgery and the required nutrition coaching, therapy, strict dietary changes, and body-image work that came with it; getting sober through a structured program, confronting depression and navigating triggers like ordering drinks in social settings, and maintaining sobriety for nearly four years; and decluttering her home through trial and error, selling items, lowering barriers, and discovering which organizing systems actually fit her ADHD patterns.

She also connects these lessons to parenting a child through uncomfortable transitions, showing how the messy middle isn't just a personal growth concept — it's a life skill. If you're a woman with ADHD looking for an approach to organizing, sobriety, or weight loss that meets your brain where it is (instead of shaming you for not fitting a neurotypical mold), this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air.

03:11 Cora And The Transition

04:17 The Quick Fix Trap

06:57 Weight Loss And Surgery

11:10 Body Image And Self Talk

13:07 Quitting Drinking For Good

16:15 Sober Struggles And Tools

19:05 Decluttering With ADHD

22:39 Trial And Error Systems

27:25 Fix It Mindset Shift

31:32 Small Steps Build Rome

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If you've ever felt guilty for loving color, keeping "too much," or struggling to maintain a minimalist space — this episode is your permission slip.

Megs sits down with Eli Trier, an AuDHD neuroqueer artist based in Copenhagen, to talk about what it really means to organize and decorate as a neurodivergent person. Spoiler: it's not about having less. It's about having what fills you up.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why colorful spaces aren't clutter — they're actually good for your ADHD brain (hello, dopamine 🧠)
• What maximalism really means and why it can be the most intentional way to live
• How art and color affect dopamine, serotonin, and cortisol — backed by science
• Eli's late AuDHD diagnosis story and the emotional journey that followed
• How to stop organizing out of guilt and start curating a space that genuinely supports you

This episode is for you if: ✔ You're a human with ADHD looking for less overwhelm at home ✔ You've tried minimalism and it just… didn't stick ✔ You want a neurodivergent-friendly approach to your space and your life

Connect with Eli Trier: 🌐 Website  ▶️ YouTube

Timestamps 

00:14 Minimalism to Color 

02:00 Meet Eli in Copenhagen 

04:13 Diagnosis Journey 

09:38 Art and Brain Chemistry 

16:21 Maximalism Explained 

26:21 Systems For Creative Chaos 

32:45 Advice For Late Diagnosis 

37:30 Final Thanks And Reflection

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In this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, Megs talks with Steven Puri — ADHD-diagnosed entrepreneur, former film executive, and founder of Sukha — about flow states, distraction, and what it actually takes to focus in a world engineered to pull your attention away.

Steven shares his journey from engineering and Hollywood to building a company centered on sustainable focus for neurodivergent brains. Together, they explore:

• What flow state really is
• Why ADHD brains struggle with long to-do lists and context switching
• The nervous system layer of distraction
• Why hiding all but your top three tasks increases follow-through
• How finishing one meaningful task a day shifts identity

Steven explains Sukha’s “friendly nudge” approach — gently asking, “Is this helping you?” instead of harshly blocking websites — and how redefining productivity as time for what truly matters (family, creativity, community) changes everything.

07:16 — What Flow State Actually Is (ADHD + Neuroscience Explained)
Clear explanation of flow and why ADHD brains crave it.

13:01 — Why Modern Distraction Feels Impossible to Beat
Notifications, dopamine loops, and the attention economy.

14:48 — ADHD Distraction & Regulation: Real-Life Examples
Nervous system awareness + how distraction shows up day-to-day.

29:56 — Multitasking vs Monotasking: The Context-Switch Trap
Why switching tasks drains executive function.

30:59 — ADHD To-Do List Paralysis & the “Top 3 Only” Strategy
Reducing overwhelm to increase follow-through.

32:15 — Breaking Big Goals Down: 1% Progress & Micro Practices
Sustainable momentum instead of burnout cycles.

28:15 — Beating the ‘I’m Behind’ Story: Identity & Momentum
Rewriting self-narratives through action.

48:59 — Redefining Success: The One Thing That Moves Your Life Forward Today
Values-based productivity instead of hustle culture.

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The episode also acknowledges the emotional weight of what’s happening in the world and how collective stress can quietly intensify avoidance, dysregulation, and the urge to retreat or “hide.” Through this discussion, the host differentiates between comforts that genuinely support regulation and those that keep people stuck.

With compassion and honesty, the episode offers practical organizing insights, emotional regulation strategies, and reminders that seeking ease, structure, and hope is not a failure — it’s a form of care. The overall message centers on coming out of hiding, choosing supportive comforts, and remembering that progress doesn’t require perfection.

Article: Exaggerated Emotions: How and Why ADHD Triggers Intense Feelings

Podcast Recommendation: Connection Project 360

Episode Breakdown

 01:21 – Childhood comfort objects and why they matter more than we realize
02:05 – Autonomy, choice, and trust in organizing decisions
04:04 – Why discomfort makes us cling to clutter, routines, or avoidance
07:47 – Emotional reactions, nervous system responses, and ADHD coping patterns
11:47 – Healthier comforts, regulation tools, and practical support strategies
16:37 – Hope, connection, and the role of community when things feel heavy
26:20 – Final reflections, reassurance, and encouragement to keep going

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This episode is a deep exhale for anyone living in the messy middle.

Megs sits down with Candice Janae — therapist, coach, writer, and fellow human navigating real life — to talk about what happens when life shifts, routines stop working, and you’re trying to stay aligned without burning yourself out.

Together, they unpack how to:

• Adapt when life changes (again)
• Build systems that actually work for neurodivergent brains
• Let go of guilt, perfection, and “this should be easier by now”
• Communicate needs and share the load at home
• Choose rhythms and rituals over rigid routines

This conversation is grounding, honest, and full of “oh wow, that’s me” moments — especially if you’re juggling caregiving, creativity, and a career.

⏱️ Episode Breakdown (timestamps adjusted +39 seconds)

02:22 — What “The Messy Middle” Actually Means
03:46 — When Life Happens: Navigating Unexpected Changes
05:31 — Coping with the Unknown (without spiraling)
13:02 — Aligning Your Values with Your Real-Life Needs
19:19 — Creating Systems That Work For You (Not Against You)
24:47 — Letting Go, Grief, and Embracing Change
25:04 — Holiday Decorations, Traditions, and Letting Them Evolve
26:07 — Adapting to New Living Spaces
27:08 — Creative, Neurodivergent-Friendly Organizing Solutions
30:55 — Progress in the Messy Middle (Even When It’s Not Pretty)
37:13 — Why Rhythms & Rituals Beat Routines Every Time
42:54 — Sharing the Load: Communication & Balance with Partners

🌊 Guest Spotlight: Candice Janae

Candice is a private practice therapist by day and, in the online space, a burnout & balance coach for indie, self-employed, and freelance moms.

She works closely with chronically ill and neurodivergent moms who are trying to do all the things — without losing themselves in the process.

She’s also:

• An author of both fiction and nonfiction
• A water-lover (oceans, lakes, give her all of it)
• An introvert constantly navigating the push-pull between community and quiet

Candice brings a grounded, compassionate lens to burnout, balance, and identity — especially for moms who are exhausted from holding everything together.

✨ Connect with Candice

• Instagram / Threads: https://instagram.com/soul_cadence_coaching
  
  
• Substack: https://soulcadencecoachconnect.substack.com
  
  
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In this episode, Megs—ADHD coach and professional organizer—dives into the practice of noticing as the true starting point for meaningful change. Before decluttering systems, routines, or productivity hacks can stick, we have to become aware of how we react.

Megs explores the most common nervous-system responses to clutter and overwhelm—fight, flight, freeze, and appease—and explains how noticing these patterns without judgment creates space for compassion, curiosity, and choice. Through personal reflections and real client examples, she shows how noticing reveals triggers, beliefs, and habits that often run quietly in the background.

Noticing can feel uncomfortable. It can bring grief, frustration, or resistance. But it’s also where growth begins. This episode invites you to stay curious, soften self-criticism, and understand that real transformation happens gradually—through awareness, not force.

Episode Breakdown

01:03 – Why noticing is the first step to lasting change
02:04 – Understanding patterns, triggers, and automatic reactions
02:29 – Real-life examples of noticing in everyday moments
05:00 – How judgment shuts down awareness (and what helps instead)
09:04 – Why noticing can feel uncomfortable—and why that’s normal
15:26 – Fight, flight, freeze, and appease responses explained
30:37 – Using curiosity to analyze reactions without shame

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If you’ve ever felt shame around finances, struggled with consistency, or believed past money decisions defined your worth, this episode is for you.

Megs and Lindsay explore the powerful overlap between financial organization and home organization, starting with a crucial reframe: debt and clutter are morally neutral. Neither is a personal failure. Both are signals that systems, support, and regulation matter more than willpower.

You’ll learn:

• Why persistence matters more than consistency with ADHD
• How to use financial data without self-criticism
• What “money dates” are and how they reduce avoidance
• How to externalize your brain when money feels overwhelming
• The impact of social media on financial shame and comparison
• Why community and coaching support follow-through and regulation

Lindsay also shares personal insights from her own financial journey, including navigating major life transitions and redefining success on her own terms.

This episode is a reminder that financial growth, like organizing your home or managing ADHD, isn’t about perfection. It’s about self-trust, awareness, and small sustainable actions.

Lindsey is your favorite financial therapist for women and couples, here to help you feel excited about money! (Yes, it's possible!) Money isn't just a math problem; there is always so much more to the equation. Merging behavioral therapy and financial education, Lindsey helps you live your dream life!

Links:

• Join the Waitlist for the Financial Self-Care Course + Community here!
• Lindsey’s website
• Lindsey’s IG
• FREE Get Out of Debt Template & Guide

Episode Timeline:

04:12 Introducing Lindsay and the role of financial therapy
10:17 Lindsay’s personal and professional updates
23:31 Using data as a supportive tool in financial planning
28:42 Externalizing the brain for financial success
31:02 Learning from mistakes without self-judgment
33:13 Social media, comparison, and distorted expectations
36:21 Navigating emotions tied to financial decisions
42:01 The role of community and coaching in growth
46:05 Setting realistic, supportive financial goals

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If you’ve ever felt like you can’t stick with anything — routines, organizing, decluttering, goals, or New Year’s resolutions — this episode is for you.

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In this episode, Megs talks honestly about why starting over is not failure, especially for ADHD brains. She breaks down why so many systems don’t stick, how social media narratives can quietly box people with ADHD into believing there are things they “just can’t do,” and what actually creates sustainable change.

This conversation is about the messy middle — the part no one posts about. The part where motivation fades, routines fall apart, planners get abandoned, and shame creeps in. And why that middle isn’t a problem to fix — it’s where learning happens.

Instead of pushing consistency, Megs introduces a more realistic (and ADHD-friendly) concept: persistence — the ability to come back without shame, even after you forget, avoid, or fall off.

This episode is a gentle but powerful reminder that:

• Your ADHD brain is not broken
• You’re not lazy or inconsistent
• You don’t need to change everything at once
• And there is always a moment you can begin again

Article Referenced in Podcast > What is Executive Dysfunction in ADHD?

01:03 — How Social Media Shapes ADHD Beliefs

02:31 — Why the New Year Feels Like a Reset for ADHD

03:22 — Noticing ADHD Patterns That Block Change

05:55 — Persistence vs Consistency for ADHD Brains

09:12 — Organizing Strategies That Actually Work With ADHD

19:52 — Why ADHD Community and Support Matter

24:33 — Microdosing Mindfulness for ADHD Overwhelm

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In this episode, I’m sharing the real, lived experience behind regulation, what it is, why it matters, and how it changes the way ADHD women interact with their homes. We walk through each protection pattern (fight, flight, freeze, appease) in a way that helps you see yourself with clarity instead of shame.

You’ll hear more about my own journey with understanding regulation, the resources that shifted everything for me, and why this work matters so much if you’ve spent years thinking, “Why can’t I just do this?”
 My mission: to help you rebuild self-trust, one tiny regulated moment at a time.

If this episode resonates, I’d love to hear where clutter shows up in your nervous system. Your stories help other women feel less alone.

 01:17 — Personal Updates and Reflections
 02:47 — Understanding Regulation and ADHD
 05:15 — Personal Journey into Regulation
 10:31 — Reactions to Clutter: Fight Mode
 15:11 — Reactions to Clutter: Flight Mode
 17:42 — Reactions to Clutter: Freeze Mode
 20:18 — Reactions to Clutter: Appease Mode
 23:08 — Final Thoughts and Community Updates

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Check out Mindful as a Mother: https://mindfulasamotherco.com/ 

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We talk about:
 • using behavior analysis to build supportive rhythms 
 • recognizing and celebrating tiny wins
 • navigating the messy middle
 • making decluttering easier on your nervous system
 • what to do when executive function taps out
 • how community + self-awareness change everything

This is a gentle, encouraging conversation that reminds you:
You don’t need to be consistent to make progress — you just need to keep returning to yourself. (persistence)

01:47 — Anisha’s Background and Journey
How she went from behavior analysis into ADHD coaching — and why her personal story matters.

04:49 — Behavior Analysis and ADHD Coaching
How behavior principles can support ADHD brains without shame or rigidity.

07:16 — Understanding and Embracing Personal Values
Why values-based living makes rhythms stick more than motivation ever will.

11:46 — Managing Clutter and Environment
Realistic strategies for building a home that supports (not drains) your brain.

15:16 — Navigating the Messy Middle
Progress isn’t linear — here’s how to stay steady when it feels chaotic.

19:27 — The Value of Coaching Through Challenges
Why co-regulation, support, and outside perspective matter so much for ADHD women.

21:21 — Basic Needs and Self-Compassion
A gentle reminder that sleep, food, and rest are foundational — not optional.

23:13 — Community, Creativity, and ADHD
How connection makes follow-through possible, and why creativity is a strength, not a flaw.

25:03 — Experimentation and Personalization
There is no one-size-fits-all. Learn to test tiny adjustments and honor what actually works for you.

29:18 — Noticing Progress and Releasing Perfectionism
How to see the tiny victories your brain tends to overlook.

32:38 — Behavior Analysis and Understanding Triggers
Why your reactions aren’t personal failures — they’re patterns you can understand.

33:55 — Connecting and Finding Support
How coaching, community, and safe people help you break old ADHD cycles.

35:40 — Final Thoughts and Encouragement
A gentle send-off reminding you that small shifts build real confidence over time.

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If you’re someone who feels every life transition deep in your nervous system — the overwhelm, the freeze, the “this is too much and also I’m glad I’m doing it” duality — this episode is for you.
 You’re going to hear stories, yes… but also practical grounding, gentle reframes, and reminders that you’re not behind. You’re just human. And your ADHD brain is allowed to have a tender response to big change.

We explore:
 🌱 how growth often feels chaotic before it feels good
 🌗 the power of holding two truths at once
💛 the hidden emotional labor of transitions
🧠 ADHD responses that show up during change
🙏 gratitude that doesn’t ignore the hard
🌬️ and simple ways to regulate when life gets loud

Megs Getting out of debt journey: The Messy Middle of Getting out of Debt

01:30 — Introduction + Thanksgiving Greetings
A warm, grounding check-in… and a reminder you’re not expected to hold it all together during the holidays.

01:36 — The Journey Across the Country
How a cross-country move cracked me open, stretched my capacity, and exposed all my ADHD “under stress” patterns.

03:08 — Insights from the Journey
What big change teaches us about identity, self-trust, and nervous-system safety.

03:34 — Organizing and Personal Growth
Why your home often mirrors your emotional landscape — and how change shakes both up.

04:31 — Embracing Dual Emotions
Holding joy + grief, excitement + overwhelm at the same time. (ADHD brains feel all the things, sometimes all at once.)

05:28 — The Move to Nashville
The messy middle, the tears in the car, and why transitions don’t follow a clean timeline.

09:49 — Adventures in Georgia
Finding grounding in small moments, even when everything else feels like a lot.

10:44 — Facing Challenges + Building Resilience
How to navigate hard seasons with compassion, not pressure. And what to do when your ADHD brain freezes.

15:40 — Regulation + Self-Trust
Tiny nervous-system resets you can use when your environment (or emotions) feel too big.

23:44 — The Importance of Gratitude
Not the forced kind — the gentle, “I’m finding one small good thing today” kind.

27:37 — Final Thoughts + Coaching Invitation
A soft invitation into support if you’re craving co-regulation, momentum, and systems that don’t collapse in three days.

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Recommended Listening: Financial Self-Care Podcast with Financial Therapist, Lindsey - The Messy Middle of Getting Out of Debt with Organizing an ADHD Brain CEO, Megs Crawford

Key Chapters

0:00 - Introduction to the Goals and Personal Journey

2:19 - The Complexity of Goal Setting for ADHD

7:51 - Building Trust Through Small Actions

11:46 - Reframing Goals and Realistic Expectations

16:40 - Beliefs and Progress in Goal Achievement

21:45 - Setting SMART Goals for the Holiday Season

What are SMART goals? They are Specific, Measurable, Action-oriented, Realistic, and Time-based. Focus on what you are doing and by when to create accountability.

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Key Chapters

00:00 Navigating Holiday Clutter and Consumerism

02:49 Making Full Decisions on Holiday Purchases

05:41 Understanding the Emotional Impact of Buying

08:28 Setting Budgets and Creating Lists

11:39 Evaluating Space for New Items

14:12 The Importance of Asking for What You Want

17:06 The Cycle of Consumption and Clutter

19:52 Finding Clarity in Financial Goals

22:35 Embracing the Journey of Change

24:33 Taking Action and Building Community

26:54 The Power of Small Decisions

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Timestamps

3:02 - The Journey of Decluttering 

6:23 - Navigating Grief and Loss

8:23 - Health Challenges and Resilience

11:49 - The Connection Between Stuff and Emotions

15:26 - Managing Plants and Overwhelm

18:19 - Organization Strategies for Clarity

20:57 - Organizing Thoughts and Notebooks

22:39 - Creating Effective Reminders

24:16 - Life Changes and Clutter Management

26:18 - Emotional Attachment to Possessions

28:13 - Letting Go and The Process of Organizing

29:50 - Empowerment in Decision Making

33:11 - Generational Perspective on Possessions

35:01 - The Ongoing Process of Life and Organization

36:32 - Conclusion with Megs

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Key Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Delayed Decisions

02:22 - Understanding Delayed Decision Syndrome

05:05 - The Process of Making Full Decisions

07:28 - Practical Steps for Decision Making

9:52 - Letting Go and Moving Forward

12:18 - Building Trust with Yourself

14:47 - Learning from Mistakes

16:16 - The Importance of Community Support

19:03 - Conclusion and Call to Action

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About Laura

Laura Hope is a BFRB & habit coach who helps people break free from unwanted behaviors so they can take back control of their life. At Hope and Healing Coach, she combines years experience as a mental health clinician with deep empathy to guide clients toward lasting change, specializing in body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) such as hair pulling or skin picking as well as other frustrating behaviors including stress eating and procrastination. When she's not empowering clients to embrace radical self-acceptance, you'll find her advocating for BFRB awareness, tending to her ever-growing plant collection, or spending time with her two sons and husband. Learn more at hopeandhealingcoach.com.

Freebie from Laura: How to Stop Fighting Your Habit: Why Asking "How Do I Quit" Is Keeping You Stuck and the Real Question That Will Set You Free – listeners can grab it right at the top of her website home page!

Salon and Spa Directory - Safe Space for People with Hair Pulling 

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Article about the Neuroscience Behind Deep Breathing for Regulation

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5455070/

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction to BFRBs and Regulation

02:41 - The Journey of Self-Regulation

05:25 - Curiosity and Self-Compassion in Regulation

07:54 - Understanding ADHD and Dysregulation

10:38 - Shifting Focus: From Stopping to Regulating

13:33 - The Role of Self-Compassion in Behavior Change

16:07 - Tools for Regulation and Building a Toolbox

24:21 - Embracing Discomfort for Growth

26:39 - The Power of Emotional Support

30:53 - Understanding Anger and Vulnerability

35:02 - Finding Comfort in the Uncomfortable

36:00 - Creating Supportive Resources for BFRBs

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Article Link (2 Pages) - Understanding ADHD from a Strengths-Based Perspective

Key Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction: Share this Episode with Your Loved Ones

6:27 - Truth 1: I’m Not Lazy, but I Am Overwhelmed.

10:34 - Truth 2: I’m a Perfectionist, So I’m Procrastinating.

13:43 - Truth 3: I Want To Do Everything, But I Can’t.

17:09 - Truth 4: Organizing Might Seem Easy, but ADHD Brains Don’t Default to Systems.

20:03 - Truth 5: I Am the Only Person Who Can Change Me. (Curiosity > Control)

22:49 - Truth 6: Time Blindness is Real.

25:34 - Truth 7: Making Organization in One Space (Like Work) Drains My Energy.

28:19 - Truth 8: I Am Listening, But Focus Shifts are HARD.

31:33 - The Importance of Support and Understanding

36:37 - ADHD and Emotional Regulation

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Russ Jones is back for the third time, making him the very first three-peat guest on the podcast—and for good reason. As an ADHD coach, Russ knows what it takes to keep moving forward even when you’re stuck in the messy middle. In this episode, Megs and Russ talk about what it really feels like to make a change, why discomfort is part of the process, and how to keep going when motivation disappears. From “half-assing is better than no-assing” to building scaffolding outside your brain, this conversation is packed with real talk, laughter, and practical ways to keep showing up for yourself.

Russ Jones is the host of the top 2% podcast ADHD Big Brother and an ADHD productivity coach who helps adults with ADHD symptoms get unstuck, become confidently consistent, and ultimately coach themselves. Diagnosed with ADHD and depression later in life—following a series of difficult, life-changing events—Russ now uses his experience to help others. He holds schooling in integrative wellness and ADHD-specific coaching, bringing a purpose-driven approach to every client and listener.

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Key Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction and The Messy Middle of Change

04:01 - Navigating the Journey of Change

06:10 - Understanding Goals and Progress

06:52 - The Importance of Time Management

11:18 - Overcoming Dysregulation and Staying on Track

13:31 - Finding Motivation in the Chaos

16:07 - The Role of Mindset in Achieving Goals

18:42 - Embracing the Process of Change

23:41 - Creating a Comfortable Space

25:35 - Navigating Change and Imperfection

27:54 - Understanding Failure and Growth

32:19 - Strategies for Moving Forward

35:41 - The Importance of Vulnerability and Support

37:58 - Final Thoughts on Change and Growth

45:26 - Episode Recap with Megs

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(00:00) Introduction to the Messy Middle

(8:06) Navigating the Comfort Zone

(13:35) Understanding the Why Behind Change

(19:04) Facing the Discomfort of Clutter & Embracing the Journey of Organization 

(25:39) Quick Fact: Why ADD is Now Called ADHD - Read More

(26:57) Community Updates, Coaching, and a New Group Program

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In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' the host discusses the common theme of letting go and provides guidance on how to declutter household items effectively. Emphasizing the importance of small, manageable actions to bring stability when life feels overwhelming, the episode offers practical tips on disposing of various household items, including paint, batteries, and bug spray, in an environmentally friendly way.  The session stresses the value of doing 'one thing' at a time rather than feeling overwhelmed by the need to tackle everything at once. 

00:32 The Emotional Weight of Letting Go

01:34 Practical Steps to Declutter

03:58 Understanding the Barriers to Decluttering

06:25 Specific Tips for Common Household Items

18:07 Recycling and Disposal Guide

30:45 Community and Resources

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06:52 Understanding ADHD: The Browser Analogy

10:17 Decluttering and Organizing: Practical Tips

17:14 The Garden Analogy: Nurturing What Matters

25:39 Taking Action: Small Steps to Big Changes

33:16 Conclusion and Community Support

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In this episode, Megs delves into the pitfalls of impulsively buying organizing containers without a clear plan, particularly for those with ADHD. She shares personal anecdotes and professional insights about the challenges and common mistakes associated with premature container purchases, emphasizing the importance of decluttering first. Megs outlines the need to ask critical questions before making purchases and highlights the significance of setting rules and creating systems that cater to individual needs. She encourages her audience to declutter, assess their actual needs, and make intentional shopping choices. The episode is rounded off with an invitation to join her community and take advantage of available resources.

00:57 The Container Conundrum

01:44 Personal Stories and Experiences

03:32 Common Pitfalls of Container Buying

12:03 Effective Decluttering Strategies

18:28 Shopping Tips and Rules

22:52 Conclusion and Community Invitation

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In this heartfelt episode, Megs revisits themes of organizing and decluttering for ADHD brains as she prepares to launch season three. Focusing on the concept of 'letting go,' Megs shares personal stories and emotional challenges involved in decluttering sentimental items. She discusses the struggle of holding onto things for 'just in case' scenarios and emphasizes that letting go is not always easy, but is necessary for creating a life that feels less overwhelming. Megs also touches on object permanence in ADHD and how it impacts decision-making. Ending on a supportive note, she encourages listeners to start small and reminds them that progress is more important than perfection.

03:25 Personal Stories of Letting Go

06:34 Lessons from Decluttering

11:53 The Emotional Journey of Decluttering

21:41 The Reality of ADHD and Object Permanence

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Megs welcomes ADHD therapist and coach Jenna Free to discuss dealing with ADHD by regulating and balancing your life. Jenna talks about her own diagnosis and how she uses her experience to help others manage their ADHD. Key points include the importance of understanding dysregulation, how ADHD and disordered eating are connected, and how to live a more present, sustainable, and enjoyable life. Jenna shares practical tips on how to notice signs of dysregulation, slow down, and regulate your mind and body. Tune in for insightful conversations, personal stories, and helpful strategies to make living with ADHD a little easier.

01:15 Jenna's Journey with ADHD

01:29 Connecting ADHD and Disordered Eating

07:13 The ADHD Flow Framework

07:44 Balancing Life with ADHD

09:21 Understanding Dysregulation

11:05 Practical Tips for Self-Regulation

16:23 The Importance of Being Present

20:33 Rethinking Productivity and Success

23:28 The Importance of Taking Breaks

25:06 Mindful Organization and Regulation

27:50 In-the-Moment Regulation Techniques

30:34 Handling Dysregulation and Compulsive Behaviors

36:52 Building Regulation Skills Over Time

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In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' our host is joined by Lindsay, a financial therapist and coach, to discuss the intersection of ADHD and financial management. They delve into Lindsay's personal ADHD journey, the common financial challenges faced by those with ADHD, such as impulsivity and executive function difficulties, and practical strategies to overcome these hurdles. Lindsay shares insights into behavioral approaches to money management, her unique method of tracking expenses, and the importance of understanding one's money story. The conversation also touches on the generational shifts in money habits and the emotional aspects of financial decision-making. This episode is filled with actionable advice for anyone looking to improve their financial wellness while managing ADHD.

00:56 Lindsay's ADHD Journey and Financial Therapy

02:47 Common Financial Issues and Solutions

05:43 Personal Finance Tips and Tools

08:49 Budgeting and Emotional Spending

14:58 Generational Money Habits

21:58 Financial Therapy and Wealth Management

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This episode introduces the concept of executive function coaching, featuring special guest Kate, an experienced executive function coach. The discussion covers the challenges individuals with ADHD face, particularly related to executive function, and how coaching can help overcome these barriers. The host and Kate share personal experiences and insights into the world of ADHD, emphasizing the importance of understanding one’s own needs and finding personalized solutions. Key topics include the role of executive function in daily life, the impact of sensory issues, and strategies for time management and reducing distractions. They also highlight the unique strengths of individuals with ADHD and the importance of building on these strengths for personal growth. The episode concludes with ways to connect with Kate and join her community for further support.

02:35 Meet Kate: Executive Function Coach
03:07 Kate's Journey and Background
09:00 Understanding Executive Function Coaching
10:23 Challenges and Misconceptions of ADHD
17:35 Tools and Strategies for ADHD Management
23:55 The Struggle to Implement Knowledge
24:40 Understanding Highly Sensitive People
27:38 Personal Experiences with Sensitivity
31:26 Music and Emotional Connection
35:38 Coaching and ADHD

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In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' our host shares personal experiences and valuable lessons learned during a cross-country move from Colorado to Massachusetts. Reflecting on what went well and how they remained organized, topics include overcoming all-or-nothing thinking, designated spaces for belongings, using QR codes for better organization, and packing strategically for different legs of the trip. Also, the host highlights the importance of self-trust and embracing discomfort for growth. The episode concludes with a special guest appearance by the host's eight-year-old daughter, Charlotte, who shares her thoughts on the move.

00:55 Traveling with ADHD: Challenges and Insights

02:11 Five Things That Went Well During the Move

04:46 Designating Spaces for Organization

09:25 Using QR Codes for Efficient Packing

10:56 Packing for Specific Legs of the Trip

12:25 Reflecting on the Move and Future Plans

18:32 Conclusion and Future Podcast Plans

20:09 Special Guest: Charlotte's Perspective on the Move

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In this episode, the host shares the emotional journey of an impending move to Massachusetts, touching upon the chaos and mixed feelings involved. They introduce Ron, a factory worker with ADHD who started a podcast called 'Don't Mind Me, I’m Different.' Ron discusses his late diagnosis of ADHD, workplace challenges, and how mindfulness practices have helped him manage depression and stay organized. The conversation also delves into Ron's coaching program aimed at helping introverted individuals with ADHD become more socially confident. Both the host and Ron emphasize the importance of routines, positive self-talk, and the therapeutic value of open conversations about mental health.

01:38 Garage Sale and Decluttering
02:00 Introducing Ron and His Journey
03:36 Ron’s ADHD and Depression Story
09:17 Mindfulness and Routine
13:57 Podcasting and Helping Others

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In this episode, the host celebrates Pride Month and introduces her digital sidekick, Amanda Guadalupi. They discuss the challenges of living in a constantly changing world and how emotions are particularly complex for those with ADHD. The conversation covers a variety of topics, including the importance of asking oneself 'how am I doing?', the journey of starting a business, and the continuous evolution in both professional and personal life. Amanda shares her story of being newly diagnosed with ADHD, her experience working with the host, and how she integrates her passions into her business. They also explore tools for organization, the importance of small beginnings (including starting), and the value of supportive communities. The episode concludes with an invitation to join their community and participate in upcoming events focused on decluttering and personal growth.

Amanda Guadalupi is the founder of Mind Your Queer Business, where co-creation and big feelings build unforgettable brands. She feels the most aligned with entrepreneurs who feel a little too human for business as usual. She’s a queer, neurodivergent strategist who accidentally built a business after recovering from burnout, grief, while also becoming a parent and getting diagnosed with ADHD. (It was a lot.)

Now she supports values-driven entrepreneurs in building brands with soul, and helps them use AI to amplify their voice, not replace it. Her work lives at the intersection of identity, visibility, authenticity—and the kind of strategy that won’t make you rich overnight, but might actually feel good to live inside. On her new blog Mind Your Queer Mama, she explores the mess, meaning, and magic of being a neurodivergent parent and entrepreneur. She lives in Vermont with her partner and their wild little wonder.  When she's not working with creatives, you can find her knee deep in sensory bin filler & forgetting that she's turning 39, not 40.

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03:06 Meet Amanda Guadalupi
04:17 Amanda's Journey and Business Insights
08:45 Branding and Personal Growth
17:46 Organizing Tips for ADHD
21:13 Tools and Strategies for Business Organization
25:32 Overcoming Overwhelm and Embracing Consistency
26:59 The Power of Community and Support
28:53 Starting Small and Taking Action
31:33 Embracing Growth and Self-Acceptance
39:07 Intentional Living and Room Swaps

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In this enlightening episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs introduces IngerShaye Colzie, an ADHD leadership and executive coach, and founder of the ADHD Black Professionals Alliance and Black Women with ADHD. The conversation delves deep into the unique challenges and lived experiences of Black women with ADHD, emphasizing the importance of building supportive communities. IngerShaye discusses her journey from being a therapist to becoming an ADHD coach after her own diagnosis and highlights the critical role of community in healing and empowerment. The episode also explores the significance of accepting one's ADHD brain and leveraging personal strengths rather than focusing on perceived shortcomings.

03:28 IngerShaye's Journey and ADHD Coaching
11:53 Challenges Faced by Black Women with ADHD
15:32 The Importance of Community and Support
22:23 Creating a Healing Space for ADHD
23:15 The Importance of Safe Spaces
25:24 Unmasking and Burnout
28:13 Starting Conversations and Building Understanding
33:49 Staying Organized with ADHD

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Looking for ADHD-friendly support with decluttering, organizing, or just making life feel a little less chaotic? The new Ways To Connect page is your go-to hub for real-life tools, gentle guidance, and ways to connect—free and paid, no pressure.

In this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, Megs takes it back to where it all began—recording from the closet. She opens up about what it’s really like to live with ADHD, breaking down common misconceptions and sharing the very real challenges so many of us face.

From executive function struggles to time blindness, impulsivity, and big emotional waves, Megs dives into personal stories and practical strategies to manage clutter and create systems that actually work for your brain.

This episode is a heartfelt reminder of the power of self-advocacy—and the importance of speaking up and sharing your story so the people in your life can better understand you.

Plus, Megs shares what’s coming next for the podcast, including exciting guest interviews you won’t want to miss!

00:49 Understanding ADHD: A Personal Perspective
02:09 Key ADHD Traits and Challenges
04:03 Balancing Interests and Responsibilities
06:12 The Struggle with Organizing
08:48 People Pleasing and Self-Discovery
12:28 The Loud ADHD Brain
20:06 Fight or Flight: ADHD and Perfectionism
28:41 Community and Support

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Melissa Snow is a Business Relationship Strategist dedicated to empowering women in entrepreneurship. She founded the Powerful Women Rising Community, which provides female business owners with essential support and resources for business growth

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In this episode, the host converses with Melissa Snow, an ADHD entrepreneur who has transitioned from teaching high school to corporate work, and ultimately to entrepreneurship. Melissa shares her journey of becoming a business owner, starting with an unexpected opportunity in creating medical records summaries for personal injury attorneys, and later evolving into a successful relationship and dating coach. Now, she runs 'Powerful Women Rising,' a platform supporting female entrepreneurs through authentic connections and networking. Diagnosed with ADHD just two years ago, Melissa talks about her experiences, including the common misconception of being 'lazy,' and the importance of working with one's brain rather than against it. She offers practical advice on how she stays organized, manages her business, and the value of having external support. The discussion also delves into the importance of networking in building a business, especially for introverts and those who find it challenging. Listeners are invited to join Melissa's networking events and learn more about organizing an ADHD brain.

00:39 Melissa's Journey to Entrepreneurship

05:10 Discovering ADHD as an Adult

08:51 Living with ADHD: Strategies and Insights

15:58 The Planner Dilemma and Embracing Imperfection

19:35 Creating Structure and Staying Organized

20:41 The Power of Brain Dumping Ideas

21:37 Setting and Achieving Goals with Support

24:00 Embracing Personal Routines and Flexibility

26:35 Transitioning in Business and Learning from Experience

30:12 The Importance of Networking and Building Connections

32:37 Networking for Introverts and Authentic Connections

36:37 Effective Networking Strategies and Community Building

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In this episode, I’m sharing what it’s really been like preparing for one of the biggest transitions of my life—selling our home, letting go of most of our belongings, and getting ready for a full-on summer adventure with my family.

But here's the thing... I’m not trying to become a minimalist.
 I like my stuff. I love color, creativity, and having spaces that feel like me.
And for so many of us with ADHD, minimalism can feel more like diet culture for your house—shame-filled, all-or-nothing, and totally unrealistic.

I talk about what it means to declutter intentionally without trying to erase yourself in the process. You’ll hear about how my relationship with "stuff" has evolved, how I’ve learned to trust myself in what I keep (and what I don’t), and how I’ve stopped buying things hoping they’ll one day “fit in” somewhere.

Instead, I'm focusing on buying and keeping things that have a purpose—things that support the version of me I’m becoming.

Whether you’re drowning in decisions or just starting to think about making a change, I hope this episode helps you feel seen, supported, and less alone.

And if you’re craving a place to untangle all of this alongside others who truly get it—I’d love for you to join my ADHD-friendly community. We’re all about progress over perfection, small wins, and creating homes that feel like peace.

03:26 Understanding Minimalism

04:28 Personal Preferences and Challenges

05:35 All or Nothing Mindset

07:43 Intentional Living

10:04 Practical Tips and Personal Stories

17:25 Encouragement and Community

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Angela is a professional organizer and Certified Enneagram Coach who helps overwhelmed families—especially parents of special needs kids—create calm, clutter-free spaces. After moving 25+ times and raising her own daughter with Down syndrome, she knows how powerful an organized home can be. Angela also uses the Enneagram to help clients understand the “why” behind their habits so they can make lasting change. Learn more at Your Space Reclaimed.

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In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' the host talks about the value of understanding one's Enneagram type to better manage ADHD symptoms. This week features Angela, a professional organizer and Enneagram expert who is also a parent to a disabled child. They delve into how knowing your Enneagram type can provide insights into behaviors and motivations, which can be particularly helpful for those with ADHD. Angela shares her journey into professional organizing and provides practical tips on how different Enneagram types can approach organization and relationships. The episode also announces the launch of the host's new community platform on Circle, aimed at supporting those with ADHD through various tools and group activities.

01:01 Introducing Angela: Professional Organizer

01:42 Building a Community

04:39 The Enneagram Explained

07:55 Angela's Journey into Professional Organizing

14:30 Enneagram and ADHD

24:51 Practical Tips for Self-Awareness

33:28 Angela's Podcast and Final Thoughts

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From Russ "My greatest gift is that I believe in you, and I don't even know you. I help to connect you to your belief in yourself, and in providing education, support - in the form of unique tools and structures tailored specifically to you - and daily accountability, which is vital in the beginning. You can - and will - ultimately learn and experience how to hold yourself accountable."

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In this episode, the host shares her excitement about a recent interview with Russ from ADHD Big Brother. They discuss the importance of community, especially when managing ADHD. The host also updates listeners on her personal life, including a cross-country move and how she's tackling the associated challenges. Russ and the host delve into the concept of body doubling for productivity and discuss the unique aspects and benefits of Russ's ADHD community. Additionally, the host shares upcoming changes to her own community's platform and details about coaching opportunities and other resources.

03:56 Community and Support Systems

04:42 Interview with Russ: ADHD and Community

07:01 Body Doubling and Productivity Hacks

13:53 The Power of Community in ADHD Management

21:32 The Struggle of Perfectionism

22:43 Balancing Work and Family

23:52 The Comparison Trap

24:33 Finding Your Community

25:59 The Power of Positive Thinking

31:40 Reframing Failures

32:58 Joining the ADHD Community

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01:11 Executive Dysfunction and Perfectionism

02:25 Curiosity Over Shame

06:31 Parenting and Neurodivergence

14:39 Diversity and Neurodiversity

19:47 Conclusion and Community

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02:44 Childhood Memories and Early Challenges

06:37 Struggles with Self-Image and Coping Mechanisms

07:28 Discovering Talents and Academic Struggles

15:42 Early Adulthood and Career Exploration

30:12 Transition to Professional Organizing

32:16 Understanding ADHD and Personal Growth

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Krista has worked as a professional photographer for over 30 years but more recently began a mission to offer easy photo organizing solutions. After helping flood victims salvage thousands of personal photographs in 2022 she realized there was a great need to help everyday people to proactively secure and organize all of their pictures. She has since been featured on dozens of news outlets, authored a book on the topic, hosted workshops and spoken at events encouraging and inspiring everyone to be proactive with their own personal photographs.

In this episode, the host welcomes Krista, a professional photographer and photo organizer from Southwest Florida, to discuss the importance of organizing and digitizing photos. Krista shares her journey from being a professional photographer to becoming passionate about photo organization after the devastation caused by Hurricane Ian. She provides practical advice on assembling and digitizing photos, including the use of specific apps and tools, and emphasizes the importance of being proactive in safeguarding valuable memories. Additionally, the host announces upcoming events, including body doubling sessions and a presentation on organizing with ADHD, as well as highlighting the benefits of community support for individuals with ADHD.

03:37 Krista's Journey: From Photographer to Organizer
08:35 Practical Tips for Organizing Photos
12:21 The Importance of Digitizing Photos
17:09 Overcoming Tech Barriers
21:35 Preparing for the Unexpected
24:25 The Procrastination Trap
25:57 Starting the Digitization Process
27:13 Tools and Services for Digitizing Photos
29:13 Courses and Workshops on Photo Digitization
32:18 The Emotional Journey of Photo Organizing
35:37 Preserving Family History
40:24 Photo Storage Solutions

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I am hosting a clothing swap on Saturday, April 19th, 12-5 pm at Balanced Studio in Palmer Lake, CO. I'll keep sharing in future episodes to keep you posted on more!

Here is the invite link for Facebook (Megs is not on Facebook): Clothing Swap

We will be donating a part of the proceeds to Charity Hope Springs

In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' the host discusses the common theme of letting go and provides guidance on how to declutter household items effectively. Emphasizing the importance of small, manageable actions to bring stability when life feels overwhelming, the episode offers practical tips on disposing of various household items, including paint, batteries, and bug spray, in an environmentally friendly way. The host introduces upcoming events like a clothing swap in Colorado and highlights resources, including a downloadable recycling and disposal guide, to help listeners clear their space. The session stresses the value of doing 'one thing' at a time rather than feeling overwhelmed by the need to tackle everything at once. The host also mentions community support options, including virtual decluttering sessions and group coaching, aimed at assisting listeners in their decluttering journey.

00:32 The Emotional Weight of Letting Go

01:34 Practical Steps to Declutter

03:58 Understanding the Barriers to Decluttering

06:25 Specific Tips for Common Household Items

18:07 Recycling and Disposal Guide

30:45 Community and Resources

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File Organizing Tool

Go to Shawn's website: The Digital Organizer, and the quiz for "How organized are you" is in the top right corner!

DashLane: Password Manager

In this episode, the host continues an engaging conversation with Shawn Lemon, a digital organizing expert. The discussion highlights various strategies to tackle digital clutter, such as the use of password managers and project management tools. Shawn emphasizes the importance of setting up systems rather than relying on quick fixes, comparing digital organization to organizing a physical space. The episode also touches on handling unfinished projects and the significance of planning and breaking tasks into manageable steps. Key resources and tools, including a detailed file organization guide and email drip systems, are shared to assist listeners in better managing their digital environments. Listeners are encouraged to adopt a systematic approach to organization, ultimately transforming their productivity and reducing overwhelm in both their personal and professional lives. The conversation wraps up with insights on the ever-evolving digital landscape, advocating for consistency and adaptability in organizational strategies.

00:51 Understanding Time Management and Boundaries

01:38 Breaking Down Tasks and Themes

02:59 The Importance of Password Managers

04:22 Digital vs. Physical Organization

09:35 Customizing Organizational Systems

15:58 Project Management and Goal Setting

21:17 The Evolution of Digital Organization

27:32 Final Thoughts and Resources

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In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs expresses gratitude towards her audience and introduces Sean Lemon, the digital organizer and recent ADHD diagnosis recipient. They explore methods for organizing digital spaces, such as declaring email bankruptcy, the importance of unsubscribing, and implementing effective systems. Sean emphasizes the importance of constraints and creativity in managing ADHD, discussing systems, tools, and strategies to navigate email and project management effectively. Part one sets the stage for a deeper dive in part two, scheduled for release on Wednesday.

00:46 Dopamine Menu and Phone Usage
01:56 Community and Group Coaching
02:49 Introducing Sean Lemon
07:58 Sean's ADHD Diagnosis Journey
12:19 Digital Organization Tips
16:40 Email Management Strategies
29:37 Concluding Thoughts and Next Steps

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Maddy is a business strategist, TikTok specialist, and ADHD coach who helps entrepreneurs grow their visibility. With over a decade of experience as a money specialist and ADHD money influencer, she has built a following of over 68,000 on TikTok and works as a CPD-accredited neurodiversity specialist. Having bought, sold, and acquired businesses—as well as learning from a failed one—she brings deep insights into what works in business. Frequently featured in major media, Maddy was named one of the most influential disabled people in the UK in 2024, and her book, Mad About Money, will be published by Wiley in March 2025.

In this engaging podcast episode, the host introduces Maddy Alexander-Grout, an ADHD business coach and money influencer who has authored 'Mad About Money.' The discussion navigates through Maddy's personal journey with ADHD and autism, her struggles with debt and how she overcame them, and her authentic methods for managing finances. Maddy shares valuable insights into the neurodivergent experience, the importance of authenticity, and creative strategies for handling money and business. The episode also highlights her new book, offering a raw and humorous take on financial wisdom for the neurodivergent community.

03:12 Guest Introduction: Maddy

04:58 Maddy's Background and Neurodiversity
06:47 Maddy's Money Journey
07:42 ADHD and Autism Diagnosis
10:01 Embracing Neurodiversity
13:17 Writing the Book
16:46 Quitting Drinking and Social Life
18:43 Music and Dopamine
18:56 Musical Journey and Financial Struggles
20:02 Resourcefulness and Overcoming Debt
21:51 Living Frugally and Finding New Dopamine Sources
24:36 Motherhood and Mental Health Challenges
27:35 Embracing Neurodiversity and Personal Branding

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In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs dives into the emotional journey of letting go and decluttering, specifically tailored for individuals with ADHD. Megs shares personal stories about parting with sentimental items, from baby blankets to old marriage photos, illustrating the challenging yet liberating experience of decluttering. She also discusses the concept of object permanence in ADHD and how it affects decision-making. Throughout the episode, Megs emphasizes the importance of making hard decisions, dealing with emotions tied to belongings, and not fearing regret. She encourages listeners to join her community for body doubling sessions and workshops on creating dopamine menus, aiming to help others organize their lives effectively. Additionally, Megs proposes a six-week dopamine menu challenge to reduce screen time and invites suggestions for suitable podcast sponsors.

01:07 The Emotional Journey of Letting Go

03:19 Personal Stories of Letting Go

10:45 Lessons Learned and Moving Forward

27:36 Community and Support

29:24 Conclusion and Future Plans

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Host Megs interviews Sam, the creator of the podcast 'Could It Be ADHD?', to delve into their ADHD diagnosis journeys and experiences. They discuss the disparities in healthcare systems between the UK and the US, particularly focusing on the UK's NHS. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding ADHD brains for personal growth and organization. Sam shares insights into her diverse career background, her challenges in the UK healthcare system, and her strategies for coping with ADHD in both personal and professional contexts. They also explore the high prevalence of ADHD among marketers and the unique challenges that come with neurodivergent brains. Both Megs and Sam discuss their personal struggles and coping mechanisms, emphasizing acceptance and adaptation. They also touch on the difficulties of seeking a diagnosis for children and the potential impact on education and accommodations.

03:42 Interview with Sam: Background and Podcast Journey

08:14 Sam's ADHD Diagnosis Journey

10:56 Challenges and Realities of ADHD Diagnosis in the UK

13:41 Comparing Healthcare Systems: UK vs. US

17:00 Life After Diagnosis: Acceptance and Moving Forward

19:34 Opposites Attract: Navigating Differences in Marriage

20:16 ADHD and Communication: Strategies for Better Understanding

21:25 The Struggles and Solutions of Forgetfulness

23:56 Embracing ADHD: Acceptance and Self-Love

28:32 The Digital Marketing Journey: Finding a Niche

34:24 Marketing to Neurodivergent Audiences

37:58 Parenting with ADHD: Challenges and Insights

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Welcome back to season two of Organizing an ADHD Brain with Megs. In this special one-year anniversary episode, Megs dives into the multifaceted topic of 'letting go,' discussing the barriers that often prevent us from decluttering our homes. She shares personal stories, including helping her parents clear out their attic and linen closet, and offers practical advice on how to reduce emotional and logistical barriers to letting go. From adopting easier donation strategies to innovative methods like ThredUp, Megs emphasizes the importance of establishing regular routines for decluttering. Tune in for heartfelt anecdotes, practical tips, and a roadmap to achieve a less cluttered, more organized life.

Welcome to Season Two!

00:31 The Journey of Letting Go

03:52 A Personal Story: Helping My Parents

08:50 Understanding the Emotional Barriers

16:14 Practical Tips to get things out of your home

24:35 The Benefits of Letting Go

30:03 Final Thoughts and Community Shoutouts

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The official first episode launches Wednesday, February 12th. this is exactly 1 year since I launched my very first episode. 

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Her mission is to help women thrive after 35, to be an inspiration to women that they don’t have to give in to the negative messages of aging that can be prevalent in society – you can get older AND be strong, healthy, and vibrant.

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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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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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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.

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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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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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04:47 Navigating Show Notes and Resources

07:22 Defining Organizing and Creating Systems

11:11 Overcoming Barriers to Organization

16:04 Building Self-Belief and Consistency

18:39 Embracing Digital Tools for a Better Life

18:54 Understanding Continuity vs. Consistency

20:09 Taking Small Steps Towards Organization

20:46 Personalized Organization Strategies

21:49 The ADHD Way of Organizing

24:04 Creating Systems That Work for You

25:18 Starting Small and Building Confidence

27:27 Choosing the Right Place to Start

30:35 Managing Donations and Digital Organization

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The Brokol Planner is a digital tool designed for ADHDers to reduce overwhelm during meal planning. It offers customized, easy-to-follow recipes, simplifying what to eat and shop for, and easing decision fatigue with clear instructions, aiming to create a stress-reduced meal planning process.

02:22 Decluttering and Emotional Connections

07:03 Meal Planning Challenges and Solutions

19:44 Interview with Esteban from Brokal

24:09 Unexpected ADHD Discovery

25:44 Personal ADHD Experiences

27:16 App Development and Features

29:04 User Feedback and AI Integration

31:36 Future Goals and Expansion

32:32 Getting Started with the App

33:25 Personalized Support and User Experience

37:47 Meal Planning Demonstration

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05:18 Lessons from Podcasting and Personal Growth

06:06 Parenting and ADHD Insights

06:40 Health and Lifestyle Changes

12:49 Community and Support

17:02 Interview with Jen: Coaching Journey

22:00 The Spatula Dilemma and Gardening Success

23:25 Transformative Coaching and Practical Applications

23:50 The Power of 15 Minutes a Day

24:19 Embracing Neurodiversity and Overcoming Inconsistencies

25:42 Listener Reviews and Podcast Break

26:25 Building Infrastructure for Success

27:11 Achieving Goals and Creating a Welcoming Home

29:27 Community and Heart: Supporting the Unemployed

30:39 Managing Life Seasonally and Building Community

32:29 The Journey of Self-Acceptance and Embracing ADHD

34:05 Practical Tips for Organizing and Rotating Tasks

37:26 The Importance of Compassion and Understanding

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06:58 Introducing Tara: Personal Stylist and Image Consultant

13:49 The Benefits of a Capsule Wardrobe

27:57 Identifying Closet Gaps

28:55 The Importance of Memory in Organizing

29:26 Building Confidence Through Wardrobe

30:04 Client Success Stories

34:02 The Psychological Impact of Clothing

40:44 Seasonal Wardrobe Adjustments

41:12 Tara's Superpower and Social Media Presence

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Tara Williams, a certified image consultant and personal stylist, is passionate about helping women look and feel their best. With years of experience in communications and a love for fashion, Tara offers tailored styling solutions that reflect your unique personality and goals.

More on Decision Fatigue

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02:13 Back to School Challenges

04:52 Setting Intentions and Routines

09:10 Practical Tips for a Smooth School Year

20:18 Feeding Kids Dinner Right After School

21:06 Rethinking Bedtime Routines

25:34 Managing Afterschool Activities

31:02 The Importance of Family Time

33:11 Final Thoughts and Tips

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Russ Mentions this book on the podcast: The Happiness Trap
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02:15 Celebrating One Year in Business

02:41 Introducing Russ from ADHD Big Brother

06:31 Russ's ADHD Journey and Podcasting

09:24 Late ADHD Diagnosis and Its Impact

14:02 Mental Health and Vulnerability

22:16 The Importance of Community

27:33 Gamifying Goals with the Goal Digger

28:06 The Million Dollar Card Challenge

30:25 Staying Organized with ADHD

34:41 Personal Systems for Organization

38:30 Embracing ADHD Strengths

41:18 Meditation and Mindfulness

43:32 Future Self Visualization

46:42 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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