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A Slob Comes Clean

446: ADHD & the No Mess Decluttering Process with Megs Crawford

Feb 20, 2025
Megs Crawford, an ADHD coach and expert, shares her insights on the innovative No Mess Decluttering Method designed especially for those with ADHD. The discussion highlights why traditional organizing tactics often fail and emphasizes the need for personalized methods. Megs dives into overcoming distractions, fostering self-awareness, and embracing small, incremental progress in decluttering. She stresses the importance of self-trust and how organized spaces can boost self-esteem, making decluttering a more manageable and empowering journey.
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  • The No Mess Decluttering Process effectively addresses the unique challenges of managing clutter for individuals with ADHD by promoting immediate, low-pressure actions.
  • Creating personalized 'homes' for belongings empowers individuals with ADHD to maintain order and fosters a healthier relationship with their spaces.

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Understanding ADHD and Clutter Management

ADHD poses unique challenges for individuals, particularly regarding clutter management and organization. The tendency for those with ADHD to become hyper-focused can lead them to neglect essential self-care activities, like eating or hydrating, while engrossed in a project. This hyper-focus has parallels with the way the speaker used to tackle decluttering, often blocking everything else out for an entire weekend, which proved unsustainable in the long run. Understanding these ADHD traits can help individuals develop strategies that foster more effective decluttering and home management.

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