Decluttering with ADHD: Will Letting Go Ever Feel Easy?

Send us a text

Send me a text!! (I just can't respond)

Article Referenced in the show: Object Permanence

In this episode of 'Organizing an ADHD Brain,' host Megs dives into the emotional journey of letting go and decluttering, specifically tailored for individuals with ADHD. Megs shares personal stories about parting with sentimental items, from baby blankets to old marriage photos, illustrating the challenging yet liberating experience of decluttering. She also discusses the concept of object permanence in ADHD and how it affects decision-making. Throughout the episode, Megs emphasizes the importance of making hard decisions, dealing with emotions tied to belongings, and not fearing regret. She encourages listeners to join her community for body doubling sessions and workshops on creating dopamine menus, aiming to help others organize their lives effectively. Additionally, Megs proposes a six-week dopamine menu challenge to reduce screen time and invites suggestions for suitable podcast sponsors.

01:07 The Emotional Journey of Letting Go

03:19 Personal Stories of Letting Go

10:45 Lessons Learned and Moving Forward

27:36 Community and Support

29:24 Conclusion and Future Plans

Join the Organizing an ADHD Brain COMMUNITY waitlist for the FALL: 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.

The TO DO list Daily Planner is available here! TO DO List Daily Planner

The ULTIMATE Recycling & Disposal Guide: Disposal Guide