“If Everything is Important, Nothing Is Important” – The ADHD Trap of Doing It All
Send us a textIn this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs dives into the critical concept of prioritization, especially for those with ADHD. Megs shares her personal life updates about preparing to move across the country and the importance of having meaningful conversations with family. She details her realization that trying to do everything at once leads to nothing being truly important and emphasizes the need to prioritize tasks. Megs discusses the challenges of executive function, time blindness, and impulsive tendencies associated with ADHD, offering practical advice on how to slow down, focus, and be effective in daily tasks. This episode is a reminder to notice what truly matters and to take care of oneself despite the chaos.02:24 Decluttering and Selling Everything02:50 When Everything is Important, Nothing is Important03:43 Balancing Excitement and Focus04:28 Managing ADHD and Executive Function05:05 Overwhelmed by Busy Schedules13:14 The Need for Rest and Self-Care21:28 Prioritizing and Organizing Your Life Book a 20-minute call to see if COACHING is a good fit for you: Megs CalendarJoin the Organizing an ADHD Brain COMMUNITY waitlist (New community launches May 15th): https://www.mindfulmegs.com/thecommunity Get your Free DOPAMINE MENU download MindfulMegs.com/dopaminemenu The TO DO list Daily Planner is available here! TO DO List Daily Planner The ULTIMATE Recycling & Disposal Guide: Disposal Guide
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Why We Get More Done Together: ADHD, Community, and Gamification with Russ
Send us a textJoin Russ' ADHD Big Brother Community: https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/feedFrom 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."Visit Russ' Website: https://www.adhdbigbrother.com/mainIn 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 Systems04:42 Interview with Russ: ADHD and Community07:01 Body Doubling and Productivity Hacks13:53 The Power of Community in ADHD Management21:32 The Struggle of Perfectionism22:43 Balancing Work and Family23:52 The Comparison Trap24:33 Finding Your Community25:59 The Power of Positive Thinking31:40 Reframing Failures32:58 Joining the ADHD Community Book a 20-minute call to see if COACHING is a good fit for you: Megs CalendarJoin the Organizing an ADHD Brain COMMUNITY waitlist (New community launches May 15th): https://www.mindfulmegs.com/thecommunity Get your Free DOPAMINE MENU download MindfulMegs.com/dopaminemenu The TO DO list Daily Planner is available here! TO DO List Daily Planner The ULTIMATE Recycling & Disposal Guide: Disposal Guide
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How Understanding My ADHD Brain Transformed My Family & My Home
Send us a textIn this episode, we discuss neurodivergence, particularly ADHD & Autism, and how it affects daily life. The host shares experiences of learning to understand and organize a neurodivergent brain while emphasizing the importance of empathy, education, and community support. Through personal anecdotes, the host illustrates the challenges and triumphs of navigating life with ADHD, offering insights and strategies for embracing brain differences. With another perspective on 'Autism ruins families', the episode also covers the intersection of neurodivergence with parenting, societal stigma, and the value of diverse lived experiences. Listeners are encouraged to approach neurodivergence with curiosity and compassion, helping to foster understanding and reduce shame.00:23 Understanding Neurodivergence01:11 Executive Dysfunction and Perfectionism02:25 Curiosity Over Shame06:31 Parenting and Neurodivergence14:39 Diversity and Neurodiversity19:47 Conclusion and Community Book a 20-minute call to see if COACHING is a good fit for you: Megs CalendarJoin the Organizing an ADHD Brain COMMUNITY waitlist (New community launches May 15th): https://www.mindfulmegs.com/thecommunity Get your Free DOPAMINE MENU download MindfulMegs.com/dopaminemenu The TO DO list Daily Planner is available here! TO DO List Daily Planner The ULTIMATE Recycling & Disposal Guide: Disposal Guide
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My ADHD Story: From Childhood Chaos to Organizing Coach
Send us a textIn this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' Megs shares her personal journey of living with ADHD, from childhood challenges to becoming an organizing coach. She discusses her early experiences with temper tantrums and feelings of not fitting in, to discovering her passions in music and math. The host talks about her struggles with self-worth, coping mechanisms, and overcoming obstacles in both her personal and professional life. Additionally, she announces a clothing swap event and her transition to a new membership platform. This deeply personal story highlights the importance of understanding one's brain, embracing passions, and finding community support.Add 42 seconds to each timestamp to account for intro:02:44 Childhood Memories and Early Challenges06:37 Struggles with Self-Image and Coping Mechanisms07:28 Discovering Talents and Academic Struggles15:42 Early Adulthood and Career Exploration30:12 Transition to Professional Organizing32:16 Understanding ADHD and Personal Growth Book a 20-minute call to see if COACHING is a good fit for you: Megs CalendarJoin the Organizing an ADHD Brain COMMUNITY waitlist (New community launches May 15th): https://www.mindfulmegs.com/thecommunity Get your Free DOPAMINE MENU download MindfulMegs.com/dopaminemenu The TO DO list Daily Planner is available here! TO DO List Daily Planner The ULTIMATE Recycling & Disposal Guide: Disposal Guide
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Organizing Your Digital Memories: Expert Tips for ADHD Brains with Krista K
Send us a textTake Krista's Course on Digitizing and Organizing Your Photos: Krista's CoursePre-Order Krista's Book: Beyond the StormKrista 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 Organizer08:35 Practical Tips for Organizing Photos12:21 The Importance of Digitizing Photos17:09 Overcoming Tech Barriers21:35 Preparing for the Unexpected24:25 The Procrastination Trap25:57 Starting the Digitization Process27:13 Tools and Services for Digitizing Photos29:13 Courses and Workshops on Photo Digitization32:18 The Emotional Journey of Photo Organizing35:37 Preserving Family History40:24 Photo Storage Solutions Book a 20-minute call to see if COACHING is a good fit for you: Megs CalendarJoin the Organizing an ADHD Brain COMMUNITY waitlist (New community launches May 15th): https://www.mindfulmegs.com/thecommunity Get your Free DOPAMINE MENU download MindfulMegs.com/dopaminemenu The TO DO list Daily Planner is available here! TO DO List Daily Planner The ULTIMATE Recycling & Disposal Guide: Disposal Guide
This Podcast is about what it's like to have ADHD and different techniques people can apply to their life to find their own version of what organized means. Megs is a professional organizer coach with ADHD and shares how organizing your brain, while understanding how it works, provides the key to living your best life.
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