Conquering Clutter with ADHD: Megs Crawford Shares Organising Tips that Work

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Oct 7, 2024

Discover practical strategies for organizing your space while navigating the challenges of ADHD. Learn how to shift from perfectionism to functional organization. Explore effective ways to declutter and set personal boundaries. Embrace the importance of small wins and mindful transitions in creating routines that stick. Plus, gain insights from a courageous journey into entrepreneurship and the empowering mindset necessary for thriving with ADHD.

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ANECDOTE

Megs' ADHD Diagnosis

Megs Crawford discovered ADHD through conversations with a neighbor, leading to a formal diagnosis.
Initially, she experienced denial but found validation in Peter Shankman's book, Faster Than Normal.

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From Perfectionism to Functionality

Megs' interest in organizing sparked from documentaries like Marie Kondo and The Minimalists.
She initially aimed for picture-perfect organization but shifted her focus towards ADHD-friendly functionality.

ADVICE

Starting Small

Start decluttering in the area that causes the most frustration.
Break tasks into smallest possible steps, focusing on one small area or category at a time.

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On this week’s episode of The ADHD Skills Lab, we’re tackling one of the biggest challenges for ADHDer's: getting organized! With the help of ADHD organizing coach Megs Crawford, we dive into realistic strategies for letting go of perfectionism and creating a space that truly works for your brain.

Curious about what’s inside? We break down:
- Where should I start?
- How is consistency possible?
- Am I trying to organize this space, or just make it look pretty?

Megs shares her compassionate, empowering approach to decluttering and staying consistent, so you can build spaces that feel calm, functional, and ADHD-friendly.

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)

ADHD Strategies Discussed:

How to chunk tasks while still noticing progress
Setting realistic rules for yourself and boundaries for your space
Mindful transitions: creating routines that stick
Consistency through imperfect action and why the small wins matter

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