Category Life Hacks

Time management, organization, routines, and ADHD-friendly systems.

Meal Planning for Non-Planners

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When people think of meal planning, they think of complicated work sheets and weekly sessions dedicated to planning and mapping out meals.  It’s not hard to feel like a failure when others have impressive systems in place.  I would guess…

Teaching Your Kids Good Cleaning Habits

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In my article titled, “Using Self-Talk to Beat Clutter” I offer a unique technique for adults to overcome struggles with good cleaning habits. I slightly touch on the kids, but as an ADD/ADHD parent, you really need a dedicated article.…

Using Self-Talk to Beat Clutter

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I have a theory, that lack of spatial awareness development in childhood evolves into later disorganization problems in adulthood.  Make no mistake, this article is about improving your disorganized tendencies. However, I offer the following story that relates to my theory. The…

The Fine Art of Quitting

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I was thinking today that instead of inspiring people to reach their goals, I should encourage them to give up. *silence* *more silence and crickets* What a mind-blowing concept – really. Why isn’t there a course on this? That really…

Chill Music to Get Things Done

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The right music/sound selection can be the perfect mood tool to tackle procrastination and daunting projects. My music selection has evolved as I understand my brain better. Maybe it’s time for yours to change, too. Mellow music genre This is…

Use Procrastination in Your Favor

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Ah, procrastination, the sneaky little thief of time! Believe it or not, procrastination can actually work to your advantage when harnessed effectively. Anyone can feel the weight of procrastinating, but ADD/ADHD type people struggle with it even more. Today, we’re…

Talking to Yourself is a Good Thing

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I have a favorite saying, “I’m talking to myself. It’s a private conversation.” Talking to yourself is a good thing! I firmly believe everyone should do it. Many people do it without realizing—whether it’s mumbling under their breath, thinking out…

Why Good Habits Are Hard to Master

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Am I the only one who struggles with good habits? Or is this another fun fact about ADD/ADHD slanted brains? Bringing this up as a talking point is important. Understanding all aspects of our brains help us to understand that…