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Organizing an ADHD Brain
Hosted by Megs Crawford · EN
Organizing an ADHD Brain is the podcast for people who are tired of organizing advice that just doesn't stick. Host Megs Crawford — ADHD coach, professional organizer, and fellow ADHDer — goes beyond the bins and labels to explore the whole picture: how your nervous system, beliefs, and environment all work together to either support or sabotage your ability to function.
Each episode offers permission-giving, judgment-free strategies rooted in how ADHD brains actually work — because real organization isn't about a perfect system. It's about building a life that works for you.
With over 100,000 downloads and counting, this is the show where messy is welcome and progress beats perfect every time.
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Money Without Shame: A Starting Point for ADHD Brains
Jan 1401:00:27Tap to summarizeIn 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, and regulation matter more than willpower.You’ll learn:Why persistence matters more than consistency with ADHDHow to use financial data without self-criticismWhat “money dates” are and how they reduce avoidanceHow to externalize your brain when money feels overwhelmingThe impact of social media on financial shame and comparisonWhy community and coaching support follow-through and regulationLindsay also shares personal insights from her own financial journey, including navigating major life transitions and redefining success on her own terms.This episode is a reminder that financial growth, like organizing your home or managing ADHD, isn’t about perfection. It’s about self-trust, awareness, and small sustainable actions.Lindsey is your favorite financial therapist for women and couples, here to help you feel excited about money! (Yes, it's possible!) Money isn't just a math problem; there is always so much more to the equation. Merging behavioral therapy and financial education, Lindsey helps you live your dream life!Links:Join the Waitlist for the Financial Self-Care Course + Community here!Lindsey’s websiteLindsey’s IGFREE Get Out of Debt Template & GuideEpisode Timeline:04:12 Introducing Lindsay and the role of financial therapy 10:17 Lindsay’s personal and professional updates 23:31 Using data as a supportive tool in financial planning 28:42 Externalizing the brain for financial success 31:02 Learning from mistakes without self-judgment 33:13 Social media, comparison, and distorted expectations 36:21 Navigating emotions tied to financial decisions 42:01 The role of community and coaching in growth 46:05 Setting realistic, supportive financial goalsShare your thoughts with Megs! Would you like to learn more about hiring Megs as your ADHD coach? Start here> The Perfect Place to StartThe Community is OPEN! Join right here: Organizing an ADHD BrainYou can also learn more about the community HERE> OrganizinganADHDBrain.com
Transcribe →Starting Over Again in The New Year with ADHD
Jan 700:32:27Tap to summarizeWhy 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 do,” and what actually creates sustainable change.This conversation is about the messy middle — the part no one posts about. The part where motivation fades, routines fall apart, planners get abandoned, and shame creeps in. And why that middle isn’t a problem to fix — it’s where learning happens.Instead of pushing consistency, Megs introduces a more realistic (and ADHD-friendly) concept: persistence — the ability to come back without shame, even after you forget, avoid, or fall off.This episode is a gentle but powerful reminder that:Your ADHD brain is not brokenYou’re not lazy or inconsistentYou don’t need to change everything at onceAnd there is always a moment you can begin againArticle Referenced in Podcast > What is Executive Dysfunction in ADHD?01:03 — How Social Media Shapes ADHD Beliefs02:31 — Why the New Year Feels Like a Reset for ADHD03:22 — Noticing ADHD Patterns That Block Change05:55 — Persistence vs Consistency for ADHD Brains09:12 — Organizing Strategies That Actually Work With ADHD19:52 — Why ADHD Community and Support Matter24:33 — Microdosing Mindfulness for ADHD OverwhelmShare your thoughts with Megs! Would you like to learn more about hiring Megs as your ADHD coach? Start here> The Perfect Place to StartThe Community is OPEN! Join right here: Organizing an ADHD BrainYou can also learn more about the community HERE> OrganizinganADHDBrain.com
Transcribe →The ADHD Stuck Cycle: What Keeps You Looping and What Actually Shifts It
Dec 800:30:09Tap to summarizeYou 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 pattern (fight, flight, freeze, appease) in a way that helps you see yourself with clarity instead of shame.You’ll hear more about my own journey with understanding regulation, the resources that shifted everything for me, and why this work matters so much if you’ve spent years thinking, “Why can’t I just do this?” My mission: to help you rebuild self-trust, one tiny regulated moment at a time.If this episode resonates, I’d love to hear where clutter shows up in your nervous system. Your stories help other women feel less alone. 01:17 — Personal Updates and Reflections 02:47 — Understanding Regulation and ADHD 05:15 — Personal Journey into Regulation 10:31 — Reactions to Clutter: Fight Mode 15:11 — Reactions to Clutter: Flight Mode 17:42 — Reactions to Clutter: Freeze Mode 20:18 — Reactions to Clutter: Appease Mode 23:08 — Final Thoughts and Community UpdatesCheck out Jenna Free: https://www.adhdwithjennafree.com/Check out Mindful as a Mother: https://mindfulasamotherco.com/ ^Go join their community! Megs is in it too!Check out Laura Hope: https://www.hopeandhealingcoach.com/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 can also learn more about the community HERE> OrganizinganADHDBrain.com
Transcribe →Curiosity Over Perfection: Navigating ADHD with Behavior Insight
Dec 100:39:12Tap to summarizeIn today’s episode, you’ll meet Anishia Denee — a board certified behaviour analyst, ADHD coach, and founder of Authentic Self ADHD Coaching. She helps adults make sense of their patterns, shift from shame into curiosity, and build strategies that actually fit their strengths, values, and capacity. Her blend of behavior analysis, ADHD coaching, and lived experience offers such grounded, compassionate support for real ADHD life. Website link: https://www.authenticselfadhd.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anishiab/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@anishiabWe talk about: • using behavior analysis to build supportive rhythms • recognizing and celebrating tiny wins • navigating the messy middle • making decluttering easier on your nervous system • what to do when executive function taps out • how community + self-awareness change everythingThis is a gentle, encouraging conversation that reminds you:You don’t need to be consistent to make progress — you just need to keep returning to yourself. (persistence)01:47 — Anisha’s Background and Journey How she went from behavior analysis into ADHD coaching — and why her personal story matters.04:49 — Behavior Analysis and ADHD Coaching How behavior principles can support ADHD brains without shame or rigidity.07:16 — Understanding and Embracing Personal Values Why values-based living makes rhythms stick more than motivation ever will.11:46 — Managing Clutter and Environment Realistic strategies for building a home that supports (not drains) your brain.15:16 — Navigating the Messy Middle Progress isn’t linear — here’s how to stay steady when it feels chaotic.19:27 — The Value of Coaching Through Challenges Why co-regulation, support, and outside perspective matter so much for ADHD women.21:21 — Basic Needs and Self-Compassion A gentle reminder that sleep, food, and rest are foundational — not optional.23:13 — Community, Creativity, and ADHD How connection makes follow-through possible, and why creativity is a strength, not a flaw.25:03 — Experimentation and Personalization There is no one-size-fits-all. Learn to test tiny adjustments and honor what actually works for you.29:18 — Noticing Progress and Releasing Perfectionism How to see the tiny victories your brain tends to overlook.32:38 — Behavior Analysis and Understanding Triggers Why your reactions aren’t personal failures — they’re patterns you can understand.33:55 — Connecting and Finding Support How coaching, community, and safe people help you break old ADHD cycles.35:40 — Final Thoughts and Encouragement A gentle send-off reminding you that small shifts build real confidence over time.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 can also learn more about the community HERE> OrganizinganADHDBrain.com
Transcribe →Organizing With ADHD: 5 Insights That Changed My Year
Dec 23, 202400:29:27Tap to summarizeSend us a textJoin the Waitlist for the Organizing an ADHD Brain Community! : https://www.mindfulmegs.com/thecollectiveDive deeper getting a head start in 2025 but talking to Megs about coaching here: https://tidycal.com/megsfromtheheart/20-minute-meetingIn this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs shares heartfelt gratitude with both new and long-time listeners and reflects on the impact her podcast has had on their organizing and decluttering journeys. Megs provides insights into the challenges of procrastination, even as a professional organizer, and emphasizes the importance of building a strong foundation. She introduces five useful ADHD-friendly tips to bring into 2025, aimed at simplifying home organization, improving personal life, and boosting business efficiency. The episode also touches on forming meaningful community connections and concludes with an invitation to join Megs' upcoming group membership launching on January 15th, for ongoing support and practical tools.01:51 Five ADHD-Friendly Tips for 202503:26 Cherished Holiday Memories06:22 Tip #512:33 Tip #414:46 Tip #319:20 Tip #223:01 Tip #125:26 Join the Collective Book a 20 min call with me about coaching: Megs CalendarConnect with me:mindfulmegs | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree Get your Free Dopamine Menu download HERE (MindfulMegs.com) Find peace in your “you time” with my favorite cbd bath bombs, remedybath.co, use code: MEGBATHCO to save. And then share with me how much you love them!!
Transcribe →Holiday Hosting with ADHD: Perspective for You (and Your Guests)
Dec 16, 202400:29:20Tap to summarizeSend us a text^ Send me a text about what you're decluttering (just remember I can't respond)Book a 20 min call with me about coaching: Megs CalendarGet your Free Dopamine Menu download HERE (MindfulMegs.com)In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs reflects on her journey nearly a year into podcasting, and discusses her decision to delete social media apps to protect her energy during the holidays. Megs shares heartfelt personal stories about growing up in a cluttered home and offers insightful advice on navigating holiday hosting challenges with an ADHD brain. She emphasizes focusing on key areas in the home for holiday preparations, handling judgmental comments, and showing love and grace to both hosts and guests. Additionally, Megs provides information about her upcoming coaching program and membership options starting in January.01:09 Dealing with Clutter and Judgment02:59 Personal Stories and Family Home17:26 Reflections on Clutter and ADHD18:23 Holiday Tips and Encouragement23:45 Coaching and Membership Information25:13 Closing Remarks and Personal Anecdotes Book a 20 min call with me about coaching: Megs CalendarConnect with me:mindfulmegs | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree Get your Free Dopamine Menu download HERE (MindfulMegs.com) Find peace in your “you time” with my favorite cbd bath bombs, remedybath.co, use code: MEGBATHCO to save. And then share with me how much you love them!!
Transcribe →Decluttering During the Holidays with ADHD
Dec 10, 202400:24:56Tap to summarizeSend us a text^Text me what you decluttered in 15 min!Book a 20 min call with me about coaching: Megs CalendarIn this episode, host Megs addresses the challenges of decluttering and organizing an ADHD brain during the holiday season. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, she emphasizes the importance of small, incremental changes and the mental load associated with clutter. Megs provides strategies for effectively managing holiday preparations, communicating with family members, and tackling high-priority areas of the home. She encourages listeners to set 15-minute timers, focus on progress over perfection, and ensure self-care throughout the process. Listeners are invited to share their experiences and stay motivated in making their spaces more organized.02:12 The Mental Load of Clutter05:24 Communicating and Asking for Help06:59 Practical Decluttering Tips16:41 Emotional Aspects of Decluttering19:35 Maintaining Progress and Final Thoughts Book a 20 min call with me about coaching: Megs CalendarConnect with me:mindfulmegs | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree Get your Free Dopamine Menu download HERE (MindfulMegs.com) Find peace in your “you time” with my favorite cbd bath bombs, remedybath.co, use code: MEGBATHCO to save. And then share with me how much you love them!!
Transcribe →Breaking the Cycle: Holiday Self-Care for the ADHD Brain
Dec 3, 202400:34:22Tap to summarizeSend us a textJoin Holiday Card Planning Workshop HERE: Holiday CardsIn this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs, professional organizer coach, dives into the importance of self-care, particularly for women with ADHD. Megs discusses the challenges of maintaining self-care amidst the chaotic holiday season and offers practical tips on how to prevent burnout while staying organized. She emphasizes the importance of setting intentions, creating routines, and taking time for oneself. Megs also shares her personal self-care routine and encourages listeners to find what works for them. She ends the episode by inviting listeners to share their self-care practices on social media and look into her holiday card planning and coaching services.YOGA and your Nervous system01:06 The Importance of Self Care03:14 Challenges of Self Care with ADHD03:52 Personal Stories and Reflections06:11 Strategies for Effective Self Care14:05 Setting Intentions and Manifestation19:05 Daily Routines and Practical Tips26:55 Community and Engagement Book a 20 min call with me about coaching: Megs CalendarConnect with me:mindfulmegs | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree Get your Free Dopamine Menu download HERE (MindfulMegs.com) Find peace in your “you time” with my favorite cbd bath bombs, remedybath.co, use code: MEGBATHCO to save. And then share with me how much you love them!!
Transcribe →How to Avoid Adding to the Clutter This Holiday Season: 5 Practical Tips for Navigating with ADHD
Nov 25, 202400:41:07Tap to summarizeSend us a textJoin one of Megs Holiday Card Planning Classes: HEREJoin Megs Manifesting a Happy Holiday with ADHD: HEREBook a call to learn about coaching with Megs: HEREDonate to Megs via VENMO: @MEGFLYNNER10In this episode, Megs of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain' reflects on the challenges of holiday clutter and provides practical advice for ADHD individuals on how to manage their holiday season. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, making thoughtful gift choices, and implementing strategies to avoid impulsive spending. Megs also discusses how to plan, budget, and organize holiday gifts and experiences to ensure they are meaningful and not adding to the clutter. Additionally, she offers insights into involving kids in gift planning and shares tips for supporting small businesses.02:36 Avoiding Holiday Clutter08:52 Setting a Holiday Budget15:48 Experience Over Stuff21:00 Managing Holiday Clutter21:54 Designating Spaces for New Items22:40 Decluttering Toys and Electronics25:25 Evaluating New Purchases27:05 Practical Examples of Decluttering30:04 Setting Boundaries for Holiday Shopping Book a 20 min call with me about coaching: Megs CalendarConnect with me:mindfulmegs | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree Get your Free Dopamine Menu download HERE (MindfulMegs.com) Find peace in your “you time” with my favorite cbd bath bombs, remedybath.co, use code: MEGBATHCO to save. And then share with me how much you love them!!
Transcribe →Manifesting a Stress-Free Holiday Season with ADHD (Part 2)
Nov 18, 202400:40:12Tap to summarizeSend us a textJoin one of Megs Holiday Card Planning Classes: HEREJoin Megs Manifesting a Happy Holiday with ADHD: HEREBook a call to learn about coaching with Megs: HEREDonate to Megs via VENMO: @MEGFLYNNER10The book I referenced in the Podcast: Infinite Possibilities by Mike DooleyIn this episode of "Organizing the ADHD Brain," host Megs shares her journey of staying grounded during the holiday season, the importance of staying present for herself and her family, and offers practical advice for those with ADHD. She discusses morning walks with her kids, the joy of crushing ice, and how her podcast has grown to 10,000 downloads. Megs delves into manifestation, explaining how our beliefs shape our reality and the significance of taking small, actionable steps toward our goals. She also introduces upcoming free Q&A sessions, body doubling sessions, and new resources like a dopamine menu. Lastly, Megs talks about her dreams, and the importance of acting on instincts, and offers classes on manifesting a fulfilling holiday season and ADHD-friendly holiday card planning.02:20 Podcast Milestone and Future Plans03:46 Understanding and Using a Dopamine Menu04:37 Introduction to Manifestation05:16 Thoughts Become Things: Organizing with ADHD08:02 Emotional Triggers and Manifestation12:03 Taking Action: Small Steps to Big Goals14:18 Practical Tips for Organizing17:40 Managing Family Life with Effective Communication17:57 Taking Action: The GPS Analogy19:08 Small Steps Lead to Big Changes21:52 Following Instincts and Hunches24:12 Organizing and Decluttering with ADHD29:55 Holiday Planning for the ADHD Brain35:26 Conclusion and Gratitude Book a 20 min call with me about coaching: Megs CalendarConnect with me:mindfulmegs | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree Get your Free Dopamine Menu download HERE (MindfulMegs.com) Find peace in your “you time” with my favorite cbd bath bombs, remedybath.co, use code: MEGBATHCO to save. And then share with me how much you love them!!
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