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Organizing an ADHD BrainADHD and Flow State: How to Focus in a World Built to Distract YouBook: Deep WorkIn 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 isWhy ADHD brains struggle with long to-do lists and context switchingThe nervous system layer of distractionWhy hiding all but your top thre...
2026-02-1859 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainChoosing Hope Instead of Avoidance with ADHDIn this episode, Megs explores organizing through the lens of ADHD, nervous system regulation, and the human need for comfort during difficult times. She shares a personal story about losing her childhood blankie to illustrate how comfort objects and familiar routines often help us feel safe — especially when life feels unpredictable or overwhelming.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 kee...
2026-02-1129 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainLearning to Let Life Be Messy (Without Giving Up on Yourself)Motherhood. Neurodivergence. Work-from-home life. Burnout. And that uncomfortable in-between season where nothing is falling apart… but nothing feels settled either.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 brainsLet go of guilt...
2026-02-0447 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainHow Do You React to Your Clutter?The Power of Noticing: Transforming Your Reactions to Clutter and LifeIn 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 ho...
2026-01-2136 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainMoney Without Shame: A Starting Point for ADHD BrainsIn this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, Megs is joined by financial therapist Lindsay for an honest conversation about money, debt, and personal growth for ADHD brains.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, an...
2026-01-141h 00Organizing an ADHD BrainStarting Over Again in The New Year with ADHDWhy consistency doesn’t work for ADHD brains — and how learning to come back without shame creates real change.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.Book a Call with Megs > CalendarIn 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...
2026-01-0732 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainThe ADHD Stuck Cycle: What Keeps You Looping and What Actually Shifts ItYou know that moment when you walk into a room and your whole body reacts before your brain even has time to make sense of it? That’s what today’s episode is really about, how clutter hits the nervous system first, and how that shapes everything from motivation to avoidance to why that one corner has been haunting you for months.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 patter...
2025-12-0830 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainLiving Two Truths: Gratitude and Change in an ADHD LifeIn this Thanksgiving-week episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, I’m inviting you into a very real season of my life — the messy middle of moving across the country with my husband, and everything that stirred up inside me.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...
2025-11-2429 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainCringe Goals and Tiny Wins: Reframing Progress with ADHDIn this solo episode, Megs opens up about her family’s big move, her husband’s new job, and the messy middle of rebuilding routines, dreams, and self-trust. She shares why traditional goal setting can feel so cringey and overwhelming for ADHD brains—especially during the holiday season—and how to reframe goals into something more realistic and compassionate. Through personal stories about yoga, budgeting, and “one-day projects,” Megs reminds listeners that progress doesn’t have to be perfect to count. This episode is about trusting your pace, finding small wins, and believing that the tiny steps you take today are proo...
2025-11-1726 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainCringe Goals and Tiny Wins: Reframing Progress with ADHDIn this solo episode, Megs opens up about her family’s big move, her husband’s new job, and the messy middle of rebuilding routines, dreams, and self-trust. She shares why traditional goal setting can feel so cringey and overwhelming for ADHD brains—especially during the holiday season—and how to reframe goals into something more realistic and compassionate. Through personal stories about yoga, budgeting, and “one-day projects,” Megs reminds listeners that progress doesn’t have to be perfect to count. This episode is about trusting your pace, finding small wins, and believing that the tiny steps you take today are proo...
2025-11-1744 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainBefore You Add to Cart: How to Avoid Holiday Clutter (with ADHD)In this solo episode, Megs hits record to talk about the messy middle of the holidays—when ADHD brains slide into fight-or-flight, carts fill up fast, and unopened boxes blend into the clutter we’re trying to escape. She reframes gifting season as a chance to make full decisions on what comes into your home: set a compassionate budget, decide who you’re actually buying for, and ask every purchase, “Where will this live—and is it worth the trade-off?” From “hand candy” (fidget toys) to big kitchen gadgets, Megs offers grounded questions that reduce decision fatigue, protect your peace, and align...
2025-11-1029 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainLetting Go with Love: Grief, Keepsakes, and Tiny-Home Dreams with CarolynMegs talks with her former client and friend, Carolyn Bedingfield, about decluttering later in life, moving through grief, and building self-trust one choice at a time. Carolyn shares how she emptied a decades-old storage unit, honored her late husband without keeping everything, and transformed a small apartment into a bright sanctuary filled with plants, art, and intentional memories like glowing uranium glass. They unpack common barriers such as all-or-nothing thinking, sentimental guilt, and notebook overwhelm, then offer gentle ADHD-friendly steps that actually stick. Expect practical ideas like labeling what matters, scanning photos, giving every item a clear home, and...
2025-11-0340 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainMake a Full Decision: The ADHD Cure for Clutter and OverwhelmIn this solo episode, Megs dives into one of the most common habits that keeps ADHDers stuck in clutter and chaos: delayed decisions. From piles of unopened mail to half-finished laundry and unmade choices about what stays or goes, every postponed decision adds up. Megs breaks down her simple, three-step framework for making a full decision—one item at a time—so you can finally create momentum in your home and life. She shares real stories (including a hilarious paperclip moment and her daughter’s brilliant insight on ADHD motivation) to remind you that progress isn’t about perfection—it’s about...
2025-10-2728 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainIt’s Uncomfortable and It’s Worth It: ADHD Regulation with BFRB Coach Laura HopeMegs welcomes BFRB and habit coach Laura Hope to talk about what really helps in the messy middle: regulation over restriction. They unpack Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (hair pulling, skin/nail/cheek picking, etc.) as the ADHD brain’s Swiss-army-knife for managing over- or under-stimulation, then reframe “stop the habit” into do this instead (hello, pink-elephant-to-blue-dog). Expect gentle tools you can use today—longer exhales, grounding through the senses, micro-mindfulness, boundary scripts, environment shifts—and a compassionate mindset that treats urges as signals, not failures. They also name the invisible wins in the stages of change, practice getting good at being unco...
2025-10-2050 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainADHD, Perfectionism, and Clutter: 8 Things I Wish My Friends and Family UnderstoodIn this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, host Megs Crawford shares eight powerful truths about the ADHD brain. From being mislabeled as “lazy” to struggling with perfectionism, overcommitting, and the exhaustion of masking as “organized” at work, Megs continues exploring the “messy middle” of ADHD and organization by breaking down what she wishes others truly understood about living with ADHD. Whether you’re navigating ADHD yourself or trying to better understand a loved one, this conversation highlights the role of emotions, perfectionism, boundaries, and support in making real, sustainable progress toward organization and peace.Article Link (2 Pages) - Under...
2025-10-1340 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainHalf-A$$ing Is Better Than No-A$$ing: ADHD and the Art of ProgressMotivation fades, life gets chaotic, but the messy middle doesn’t have to stop your progress.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 t...
2025-10-0649 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainOrganizing with ADHD: Finding Your Why and Building New SystemsIn this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, Megs Crawford kicks off Season 3 with a deeply personal look at “the messy middle” of change. She shares her family’s recent move from Colorado to the East Coast, emphasizing the challenges of living without familiar systems and the lessons learned from navigating discomfort while building a new life. Megs connects her journey to what it means to organize with ADHD. Knowing your “why,” taking one small step at a time, and giving yourself grace are the real keys to lasting progress.(00:00) Introduction to the Messy Middle(8:06) Navigating...
2025-09-2930 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainSeason 3: Navigating the Messy Middle, Finding Clarity in the ChaosWelcome to Season 3 of Organizing an ADHD Brain with professional organizer coach Megs Crawford. This season, Megs dives into the “messy middle” of change by sharing real-life stories, strategies, and encouragement to help you navigate the challenges of living with ADHD by giving yourself grace, and discovering your own version of organized living.Share your thoughts with Megs! Would you like to learn more about hiring Megs as your ADHD coach? Start here> The Perfect Place to Start The Community is OPEN! Join right here: Organizing an ADHD Brain You...
2025-09-2205 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainADHD-Friendly Recycling & Decluttering GuideSupport the show by getting the Download for today's episode or the Daily TO-DO list planner on Megs' website here: Organizing an ADHD Brain ShopIn 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 t...
2025-09-0832 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainWhy You Can’t Do It All: ADHD, Time Blindness, and Letting Things GoMegs discusses the importance of letting go, prioritizing tasks, and understanding the concept of time blindness. Using relatable analogies like an overloaded internet browser and a cluttered garden, she provides actionable advice to help you declutter both your mind and physical space. Megs emphasizes that by saying no to less important tasks, you can make room for the things that truly matter. She also introduces practical tools like a dopamine menu and offers information about her community and upcoming coaching options. Listen in for a compassionate and realistic approach to managing ADHD while striving for a balanced and fulfilling...
2025-09-0137 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainBuying Bins Won’t Solve ADHD Clutter: Here’s What WillBuying Bins Won’t Solve ADHD Clutter: Here’s What WillIf you have lots of stuffed animals, Megs always recommends this stuffed animal bean bag ---> Bean Bag Storage The Perfect Place to Start The Community is OPEN! Join right here: Organizing an ADHD Brain You can also learn more about the community HERE> OrganizinganADHDBrain.com
2025-08-2526 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainLetting Go with ADHD: Sentimental Items, ‘Just in Case’ Thinking, and Emotional DeclutteringArticle Referenced in the show: Object PermanenceIn 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...
2025-08-1830 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainRegulating an ADHD Brain: Jenna Free on Dysregulation, Disordered Eating, and Finding BalanceGet Jenna's Free Guide: https://www.adhdwithjennafree.com/adhdguideFollow Jenna on Instagram HERE: @ADHDwithJENNAFREEMegs 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...
2025-08-1146 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainOrganizing an ADHD Move: Organizing Chaos with MegsAsking "where I would go to look for it if I were trying to find it?" from the brilliant Dana K White's Decluttering at the Speed of LifeMegs met the owner of Scanlily at an organizing conference and the owner/inventor & his wife are incredible. Get The QR code APP hereIn 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...
2025-07-2122 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainShe Built What She Needed: ADHD Support for Black Women with IngerShaye ColzieInger Shaye Colzie is an ADHD Coach with a focus on the intersectionality of ADHD and the experiences of Black women who are executives and entrepreneurs. With a deep understanding of the cultural nuances and societal dynamics, Inger Shaye supports black women through empowerment and fostering an environment that acts as a safe and judgment-free zone where women can thrive.ADHD Black Professionals AllianceConnect with IngerShaye: IngerShaye.comIn this enlightening episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs introduces IngerShaye Colzie, an ADHD leadership and executive coach, and founder of...
2025-06-1645 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainInside My ADHD Brain: The Things I Wish you Could UnderstandBook a 20-minute call to see if COACHING is a good fit for you: Megs CalendarJoin the Organizing an ADHD Brain COMMUNITY: Organizing an ADHD Brain on Circle or find out more info > What is the Community?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...
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Beyond OrganisedDecluttering with ADHD: Finding Calm with Megs CrawfordSend a textEver felt like you're constantly juggling everything but never quite catching up? If traditional organising advice hasn't worked for you, this episode might just change everything.Megs Crawford, professional organizing coach and host of "Organizing an ADHD Brain," joins me to discuss a refreshingly different approach to organisation, especially for those whose brains work differently. As a recovering "clutter human" with ADHD herself, Megs shares how she transitioned from corporate life to helping others find calm in their chaos through gentle, sustainable methods.We dive deep into why the perfect...
2025-06-0128 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainADHD, Clutter, and the Pressure to Be a MinimalistJoin the Community: Organizing an ADHD Brain on Circlehttps://organizing-an-adhd-brain.circle.so/checkout/organizing-an-adhd-brainUse code: WELCOME10Book a 20-minute call to see if COACHING is a good fit for you: Megs CalendarIn 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 becom...
2025-05-1928 minOrganizing an ADHD Brain“If Everything is Important, Nothing Is Important” – The ADHD Trap of Doing It AllIn 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...
2025-05-0533 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainMy ADHD Story: From Childhood Chaos to Organizing CoachIn 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...
2025-04-1444 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainOrganizing Your Digital Memories: Expert Tips for ADHD Brains with Krista KTake 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...
2025-04-0746 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainGoodbye, Toxic Clutter! ADHD-Friendly Recycling & DisposalI can't respond to texts but I will do my best to respond in my next episode!Get the Download for today's episode or the Daily TO-DO list planner on Megs' website here: Organizing an ADHD Brain ShopI 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 SwapWe will be donating a part of the...
2025-03-3132 minOrganizing an ADHD BrainQuick Tip: Easy Paint RecyclingIn this brief episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs shares personal updates, including her cat Theodore's emergency surgery and balancing family and work responsibilities. Megs introduces the concept of body doubling sessions for ADHD individuals and promotes upcoming community activities such as Q&A and virtual decluttering sessions. She shares practical advice on disposing of items like old paint, batteries, and technology, recounting her recent experience with paint disposal at Sherwin Williams. Listeners are encouraged to take small steps toward decluttering and consider coaching for additional support.00:35 Community and Body Doubling01:18 Disposing of...
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