Thriving with ADHD podcast: Real Life ADHD Organization Strategies with Ellie Gardner
Nada
Welcome to another episode of “Thriving with ADHD,” where host Nada Pupovac explores practical solutions for living well with ADHD. This week, we welcome Ellie Gardner, founder of Marigold Organizing, to share her expert strategies for creating spaces tailored to neurodivergent needs.
Meet Our Guest: Ellie Gardner
Ellie Gardner is the creative force behind Marigold Organizing, located in Durham, North Carolina. With a background in Sustainable Development, Ellie shifted her career focus to home organizing in 2022. Her goal? To work closely with clients and address unique organizational challenges. Inspired by her husband’s ADHD diagnosis, Ellie developed systems that address both personal and professional insights.
Addressing ADHD Organizational Challenges
Ellie discovered that many individuals have tried standard organizing systems without success. She advocates for personalized approaches that fit individual habits and lifestyles, rather than imposing one-size-fits-all solutions.
Key Organization Strategies
Ellie offers practical tips for ADHD-friendly spaces:
- Reduce Barriers: Make daily tasks easier by removing unnecessary obstacles, like lids or distant storage.
- Store Items Where You Use Them: Keep essential items nearby to streamline routines.
- Use Clear Storage with Labels: Transparent containers and labels help keep items visible and organized.
Tools and Techniques
- Work-In-Progress Zones: Designate areas for ongoing tasks to prevent workspace clutter.
- Visual Aids: Utilize calendars and whiteboards for effective task management without creating mess.
- Incorporate Eye-Catching Elements: Use colors or styles that engage attention and interest.
Flexibility and Adaptability
Ellie highlights the importance of being adaptable. Systems should evolve with changing needs, so regularly updating your organization strategy is key. The aim is to simplify life, not complicate it.
Guiding Principles for Success
- Simplicity: Keep solutions straightforward and easy to maintain.
- Tailored Systems: Personalize your organization to suit your lifestyle and preferences.
Ellie’s advice is clear: “Your organizing system should work for you, not the other way around.”
To learn more about Ellie and her work, visit marigoldorganizing.com or connect with her on social media. Tune in on “Thriving with ADHD” for more insights and strategies.
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