The Ultimate ADHD Workbook for Cleaning and Organizing: Activate Your ADHD Superpowers with 101 Genius Hacks and Transformative Strategies That Work with Your Brain, Not Against It

I've been diagnosed ADHD since early childhood, and am typically skeptical of most of these types of books, because I have been hearing so much of the same advice that hasn't worked for me over and over and OVER for 3 decades with no end in sight. This book was presented to me in an online group in a sort of book club opportunity, with a social incentive to finish and discuss it, and--despite my hangups about stale advice that I know I don't want to hear again--I do love to seek & collect resources & info whenever & wherever I can! I'm one of them "lifetime learner" types, or just a straight up nerd, & I love to learn new things that do work for me with my ADHD. So I was pretty interested in the somewhat externally directed/classlike opportunity to check out something like this. If you've been around the block with your ADHD for a while, yes, this book will tell you a good handful of things that you've probably heard and tried before that may or may not have worked for you. Sometimes I can get pretty dismissive when I see the same old same old stuff that psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, life coaches, teachers, & other self help books have all seemed to always repeat. The boring stuff like "make a list," 🙄 "break large tasks into smaller tasks," 🙄🙄 and "set a timer so you know when to move on," 🙄🙄🙄🙄😤 OMG, I live my life by lists, it has never mattered how I chunk a task on paper, I still get lost in it, and I am hardwired to ignore a timer that goes off because I "just want to finish this right quick," and then it is 6 hours later and I never moved on and that timer is LONG forgotten! (You know, it's probably good to have those "old standard" pieces of advice peppered in anyway, just in case some readers had never heard of or tried them. What if they work for those readers? That's great, I see why it's there, so, definitely still 5 stars despite my personal hangups with what I know doesn't work for me 😂😅) Despite being peppered with the old standard advices, THIS BOOK FELT DIFFERENT!! Like, right from the start, even. I did probably start it differently than you're "supposed to," though. I got the Kindle version, & it came with a QR code to some included content: a workbook, an interactive quiz, & some helpful downloadables/templates/printable things. I couldn't help myself, & was off on a kinda Hallmark ADHD adventure to check those out first without reading any of the author's guidance. It made it all more fun for me, & seeing some of the printables like the "Dopamenu(s)" before reading about them was DEFINITELY very visually helpful to me. I think I would've gotten kind of frustrated if I'd come to the part of the book that launches into talking about those & making your own if I had not SEEN them all first. Same with the author's suggestions for making different playlists. I'm really glad that I'd haphazardly looked over her examples first, because sometimes I'm not sure if something will be easy for me to understand or imagine if I get too bogged down in the details of the description or explanation of it. MY FAVORITE thing that I'm really glad I randomly launched into first without following the author's written guidance was going to take the quiz first. It REALLY helped intrigue me to the whole "superhero" theme of the book, it helped me put a Lazer focus on what was going to help me the most out of the entire book, and it helped personalize and really tailor the advice that I pulled out of her writing for myself. I VERY MUCH ENJOYED THIS, IT WAS KIND OF INCREDIBLE!!! See, the quiz clued me in that my strengths were Empathy and Hyperfocus based on what her book had to offer, and that made it easier for me to go right to those sections and find the most useful advice for those strengths, which, just, OMG, BRAVO, why can't all textbooks have some kind of cool interactive personalized fun journey like that?! The quiz also showed me that I had 5 follies, and it suggests the strength that you can reference for tips on how to work with yourself to start stopping yourself from falling into your same repeated negative patterns when it comes to your housework tasks. I'll admit that I haven't given it the most thorough of reads, but I do love that it was designed to be browsable by someone with ADHD. I enjoyed going over the hacks & tips section just kind of "digging for gold," looking for tips & tricks I hadn't heard or tried before, & I found an impressive amount of them that I'm more than happy to give a shot & that I definitely recommend checking out, because it wasn't boring or the same things I'd heard hundreds of times! I find it highly "revisitable," and worth keeping around. I'm overall really happy with it as an ADHD resource 💜

**I received a copy of this book from the author. I wasn’t required to leave a positive review and the opinions I’m voluntarily expressing below are my own.** I’m in my 60s and recently diagnosed with ADHD. In my search for information to help me better understand not only this condition but also how to deal with my overwhelming, chaotic, and cluttered life, I was fortunate to come across the opportunity to get an advance copy of this book. There are many things I love about it: 1– Even though there is a lot of information included, it’s not overwhelming or “heavy” to read as the author breaks it into manageable chunks. 2– You can read from cover to cover or jump around. My inattentive ADHD prevents me from being able to read and comprehend a lot of info at one time, but I can go to the table of contents and find whatever I need help with at that time. Today I was reading how to use technology to help manage my motivation, focus, and time blindness, in order to organize my home. Besides the tips and worksheets, there’s also names of apps and other tools she recommends. 3– The author doesn’t make assumptions — she backs up her information with references and is personally living with ADHD herself, so she gets it. 4– Being diagnosed so late in life, I’ve come to realize that, without being consciously aware of it, I’ve come up with some of my own methods to deal with my symptoms. Many of my ideas also appear in the book and for that reason they lend credibility and really resonate with me! That said, she guides you to understand how to leverage your ADHD “super powers” so you can follow through and make the tips really work for you. There is a wealth of information and so many other great tips I had not read elsewhere—and plan to try. As far as books on ADHD go, when it comes to hacking the struggles that come with trying to get organized, I consider this one to be among the best, especially as a workbook to help you gain insight about your own personal ADHD and what approach you can uncover that will uniquely work best for you.

"The Ultimate ADHD Workbook for Cleaning and Organizing" is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to harness their ADHD traits positively. Marlowe expertly combines scientific insights with practical strategies, making it accessible to beginner readers. One of the standout features of this book is its easy-to-understand approach. The writing style is straightforward and engaging, simplifying concepts about ADHD and making it manageable for everyone. The author's emphasis on working with your brain rather than against it is empowering. The inclusion of Monthly Challenges is particularly beneficial. These challenges offer structured resources that motivate and guide readers to implement changes gradually. They provide a practical framework for applying the book's teachings in real life. My highlight was the chapter "Auditory Allies: Using Music and Sound for ADHD Support." This section resonated deeply, as I've long personally noticed music's calming and focusing effects. The additional Spotify playlists in the resources are a fantastic bonus, providing immediate tools to enhance this strategy. The chapter detailing the 101 hacks offers a comprehensive starting point for anyone seeking actionable advice. For those who struggle with follow-through, like myself, the MAGIC Method described in the book is a game-changer. It provides a step-by-step approach to maintain momentum and achieve goals effectively. Overall, "The Ultimate ADHD Workbook for Cleaning and Organizing" is a must-read for anyone looking to transform their ADHD into a superpower.

Il tono positivo e gli approcci adattivi rendono il processo di pulizia e organizzazione non solo gestibile, ma anche gratificante.

Marlowe's book of one of the first I've ever read designed for the various ways that ADHD readers think. It's absolutely jam-packed with tips and tricks for one of the hardest tasks I face, task paralysis. I love that the book started out on such a positive note, showing that being neurodiverse isn't a bad thing... It's a different thing. In fact it makes people with ADHD uniquely capable of thinking outside the box and contributing in ways that are often overlooked. As well the book is written in such a way that you can easily jump to the parts that you need at the right time. And the bonus material is awesome. This is a must read if you are ready to learn about how to use ADHD to your advantage.

This book has some great tips and hacks. If you're just learning about adhd or seasoned adhd'r, there's something here for you. It's always good to be reminded and also get a different perspective. Handy resource.

A straightforward, easily understood approach to the nature of ADHD with a chapter giving a breakdown of how it can affect a person’s life. Step by step to organising your surroundings and therefore your life, tailored to the ADHD mind. Each paragraph within a chapter is clearly emphasised with a bold headline so that you can read in chunks. I particularly liked the chapter giving organising hacks for ‘ADHD superheroes’ and the activity workbooks after each chapter. I would recommend that everyone with diagnosed or suspected ADHD to read this book, written in an entertaining, down to earth style

It starts out by explaining some of the science of ADHD in simple easy to understand language including a lot of up to date information I was not previously aware of. The book outlines what the ADHD experience feels like, which is probably well worth showing to friends and relatives, then goes to work on what you can do to create some order in your life. The purpose here is organisation and the book suggests lots of ways to incorporate your strengths and creativity into organisation, it's not a generalised map since everyone's ADHD is different. The organising hacks are practical and I have already incorporated some into my life. The MAGIC method integrates a lot of what you have learned into action and there is a very comprehensive chapters on the affect if sound and beats. Information on gadgets and apps and their pots and cons round out the practical advice and tips. Your state of mind and mindfulness finishes the holistic approach from the book. There are worksheets that really provide clarity for you by competing the exercises. You can access these with a QR code. It's really worth doing the work. I'm sure I will have to go back to the book a few times to remind myself and keep on track but it's a heck of a lot better value than the apps I have tried where you have to pay continually. I would have appreciated this book just for the tips but this comprehensive approach really can make a difference, I have tools to organise my life now