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The Gentle Reset: Home Organization and Decluttering Made Simple for ADHD Women

Author: Allison Converse | ADHD Home and Systems Coach

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Bite-sized decluttering and organizing support for ADHD women juggling work & life who want a calmer, more functional home without the pressure to be perfect. Hosted by ADHD Home & Systems Coach Allison from Calm Cottage Coaching, a former Occupational Therapist and mom of 2 who downsized and discovered the power of ADHD-friendly systems. This show is for you if traditional organizing hasn’t worked for your ADHD brain. Each week, tune in for your Weekly 3: a Mindset Hack, Home Hack & Highlight to help you take action without overwhelm. This is your no-judgment zone. Gentle change starts here.
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If you’ve ever felt like a new year means you need to change everything at home… you’re not alone. Especially with ADHD, it can feel tempting to scrap what you’re doing and start fresh even when some things are actually working.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about what not to change. Specifically, the rhythms and resets that are already supporting your home and why keeping them can be the most grounding choice you make this year.This one’s for you if:🎧 You feel pressure to overhaul your routines just because it’s a new year🎧 You want a calmer home without adding more systems or effort🎧 You’re craving consistency that actually sticks with your ADHD brainIn this episode, I talk about:✨ Why not everything needs to change just because the calendar does✨ The simple kitchen and drop zone resets I’m intentionally keeping✨ A real-life moment from my own home that reminded me that resets don’t mean failure… they mean life happenedReady for extra support? Start here:👉 Grab the 15 Minute Kitchen Reset freebie 👉 Schedule a Curiosity Call if you want help figuring out what’s working and what isn’t in your home👉See what it’s like to work together here Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. 
If you’ve ever felt like you’re trying to reset your life or your home by doing more… you’re not alone. Especially with ADHD, the pressure to start fresh can feel heavy fast.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about what it really means to reset at the start of a New Year and why letting go before adding anything new is important.This episode is for you if: 🎧 You’re craving a reset that doesn’t involve perfection or overhauling your whole home 🎧 You want to reflect on the past year without spiraling or setting unrealistic goals 🎧 You’re curious about choosing a One Word for the year ahead and what that can look like in real lifeIn this episode, I talk about: ✨ How I use a simple end-of-year reflection to decide what I’m letting go of ✨ Why my One Word for 2026 is OPEN and how it’s shaping my home, rhythms, and decisions ✨ Small, realistic home shifts that brought calm without changing everything ✨ Why resets often work better with support instead of more effortReady to take the next step or get extra support? Start here: 👉 Grab my End-of-Year Reflection: Choose Your One Word Workbook 👉 Book a Curiosity Call if you want to talk through what a reset could look like for your home 👉 Come say hi on Instagram and share your One Word with me- I’d love to hear it!Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re trying so hard to keep up with your home and still wondering why it feels heavy… you’re not alone.Season 3 of The Gentle Reset is all about creating a home that actually supports you, especially when you have ADHD and the usual organizing advice doesn’t stick.This season, I’ll be sharing:✨Real-life resets from my own home✨Patterns I see over and over with ADHD women✨Why certain spaces drain your energy more than others✨Setting up your home to work with your life instead of against itNew episodes begin January 7 and drop every Wednesday.🎧 Hit follow so you don’t miss the start of Season 3.Ready to reflect before the new year? Grab the End-of-Year Reflection Workbook - a simple, no-pressure way to:✨Look back on 2025✨Notice what worked and what didn’t✨Choose your One Word for 2026I’ll also be sharing my own reflection and One Word in Episode 1 of Season 3 on January 7th.👉 Grab the End-of-Year Reflection Workbook here👉 Learn more about working together hereLet’s keep it simple, doable, and supportive. I can’t wait to head into this next season with you.
If you’ve ever felt like Christmas week drains your energy before it even starts… between the kids being home, routines disappearing, and the house feeling fuller and louder… you’re not alone.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about how to rest, reset, and reflect in a way that actually supports your ADHD brain as we wrap up Season 2.This one’s for you if… 🎧 you’re feeling tired, overstimulated, or stretched thin heading into Christmas 🎧 you want your home to feel manageable without deep cleaning or perfection 🎧 you want a gentle way to reflect on your year and step into 2026 with clarityIn this episode, I talk about… ✨ Rest- what it can realistically look like for your ADHD brain this week ✨ Reset- simple home + personal resets that help you feel grounded ✨ Reflect- my One Word practice + how to walk yourself through itReady to take the next step or get extra support? Start here:👉 Download the End-of-Year Reflection: Choose a One Word Workbook (it’s free!)👉 Join the Room + Closet Makeover Waitlist for early 2026👉 More information on what a My One Word is from my former pastor👉 Follow the podcast so you don’t miss Season 3 when it returns in 2026Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you again in 2026!
If you’ve ever felt like the holidays should feel magical… but instead feel busy, chaotic, or stressful… you’re not alone.This week on The Gentle Reset,  we’re talking about ADHD-friendly ways to prep your home for the holidays with simple setups that make wrapping, gifting, and Christmas morning feel easier.This one’s for you if…🎧 You want the holidays to feel lighter but don’t know where to start🎧 Wrapping supplies, gifts, and clutter make your brain shut down🎧 You’re tired of the all-or-nothing mindset that makes December feel stressfulIn this episode, I talk about…✨ A mindset shift that lets you release holiday pressure ✨ How to set up a simple, functional wrapping station ✨ What to put in a “Christmas Morning Caddy” so the day runs smoother ✨ A personal story about how small gift-prep tweaks made our holidays calmerReady to take the next step or get extra support? Start here:👉 Holiday Pocket Coaching Day: 24 hours of private voice + text support to simplify décor, wrapping, or your pre-holiday home reset. Offer ends December 18.👉 Shop My Brain: 24 hours of personalized help organizing one space in your home with product links + a simple maintenance plan. Offer ends December 18.Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you next week for the final episode of Season 2- all about rest and reflection heading into the New Year.
If you’ve ever felt like the holidays bring more pressure than joy… you’re not alone. This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about how to make this busy season feel lighter, calmer, and actually doable with an ADHD brain.This one’s for you if…🎧 Your schedule fills up fast and leaves you overwhelmed🎧 Holiday tasks, school events, and home responsibilities all hit at once🎧 You want a simpler, calmer season without all the pressure or “shoulds”In this episode, I talk about…✨ A mindset shift that helps you lower the pressure and protect your energy✨ Simple home-focused strategies to make your days feel easier (not fuller)✨ A personal story about my own drop zone during the holidays and how one small reset changed everythingReady to take the next step or get extra support? Start here:👉 Holiday Pocket Coaching Day: 24 hours of private voice + text support to simplify one holiday challenge (décor, wrapping supplies, or guest prep). Closes December 18.👉 Drop Zone Reset: Holiday Edition: Reopened for a short holiday round to help you reset the most chaotic spot in your home. Closes December 18.Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you next week!
If you’ve ever felt like the holidays sneak up on you… the décor, the guests, the clutter, the pressure to “get it all together”... you’re not alone.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re kicking off a brand-new holiday mini-series with a simple pre-holiday reset that helps you get ahead before December hits. No deep cleaning, no pressure… just small shifts that make your home feel lighter and easier to manage as the season begins.This one’s for you if…🎧 You want your home to feel calm before the décor and holiday activities begin🎧 Hosting makes you anxious or overwhelmed🎧 You want realistic, ADHD-friendly steps to prepare your home without deep cleaningIn this episode, I talk about…✨ The mindset shift that helps you let go of the “I should clean everything” pressure✨ Three simple things to focus your energy for an easier, calmer holiday setup✨ Why hosting is so stressful for ADHD women & how to reset the spaces guests actually useReady to take the next step or get extra support? Start here:👉 Holiday Pocket Coaching Day: Get 24 hours of private voice + text support to tackle one holiday challenge together. 👉 Free 15-Minute Kitchen Reset:  A simple, timer-based reset to help you clear your counters before guests arrive. Let’s keep the holidays simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain.Don’t forget to follow the podcast so you don’t miss the next three episodes in this holiday mini-series! 🎄
If you’ve ever looked around your home and felt that wave of frustration, guilt, or overwhelm wash over you… you’re not alone.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about Big Emotions… the emotional weight that clutter and chaos can bring and how to find calm when it all feels like too much.This one’s for you if… 🎧 You feel emotionally drained or guilty when trying to declutter 🎧 You tend to shut down or feel stuck when your home feels out of control 🎧 You want gentle ways to calm your mind and home without burning outIn this episode, I talk about… ✨ Why ADHD emotions can feel so intense (and how clutter plays a role) ✨ A simple home strategy for decluttering sentimental items without overwhelm ✨ And how to reuse what you already have to create calm in your space… without the guiltReady to take the next step or get extra support? Start here: 👉 Holiday Pocket Coaching Day: 24 hours of private voice + text support to simplify the holiday chaos and make your home feel lighter 👉 Shop My Brain: 24 hours of personalized support to organize one space in your home- complete with product links and a simple maintenance plan👉Don't forget to hit FOLLOW now so you don't miss future episodes.Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain, See you next week!
If you’ve ever finished one thing and struggled to start the next, you’re not alone. This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about Transitions… those in-between moments that can make it hard to keep momentum going at home.This one’s for you if… 🎧 You lose focus after finishing one task and can’t seem to start the next 🎧 You get stuck mid-project or find yourself wandering off before you’re done 🎧 You want simple, realistic ways to move through your days with more flowIn this episode, I talk about… ✨ What transitions actually are and why ADHD brains can get “stuck” in between ✨ A simple home strategy to help you stay anchored while decluttering ✨And a real client story about how one small tweak made it easier to stay on track and finish the task. Ready to take the next step or get extra support? Start here:👉 Grab one of the last Room or Closet Makeover spots before I pause for the holidays- spots close November 7. Room Makeover spotsCloset Makeover spots👉 Missed the deadline? Get on the Room + Closet Makeover Waitlist here to be first in line when I reopen in the New Year👉 Join the Holiday Toy Reset Challenge (Nov 10–14) - 5 days of quick videos, checklists, and support to clear toy clutter before the holidays. Spots are limited! Doors close Nov 8 at 8 PM ESTLet’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you next week for the final episode of the ADHD Superpower Series!
If you’ve ever felt like you want to get things done but just can’t seem to start… you’re not alone. This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about ADHD task paralysis… that stuck feeling when your brain wants to move forward but freezes under the pressure of too many decisions. This one’s for you if… 🎧 You keep putting things off because starting feels overwhelming. 🎧 You struggle with decision fatigue and end up avoiding the task altogether. 🎧 You want to learn how to start small and build momentum that actually lasts. In this episode, I talk about… ✨ What task paralysis really looks like in everyday life (and why it’s not your fault). ✨ A simple mindset shift that helps you move from stuck to started. ✨ One practical “Unstuck Strategy” to make starting easier… plus a real-life example of how letting go of perfection made one client’s laundry system finally work.Ready to take the next step or get extra support? Start here: 👉 Grab my FREE 5 ADHD-Friendly Laundry Hacks - simple, realistic ways to make laundry less overwhelming. 👉 Join me for the 7-Day ADHD Home Reset-  where we’ll build simple home rhythms that make it easier to start and keep the momentum going. 👉 Subscribe or Hit Follow so you don’t miss next week’s episode in the ADHD Superpower Series.Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you next week! 
If you’ve ever felt like your brain is bouncing between ten things at once- dishes, laundry, snacks, and the sound of “MOM!” every five seconds… you’re not alone.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about “Squirrel Brain” - that scattered, fast-moving mental energy that makes it hard to finish anything, even when you’ve been “busy” all day.This one’s for you if… 🎧 You start one task and end up doing five other things instead. 🎧 You feel like your brain never stops jumping from one tab to the next. 🎧 You want to stop spinning your wheels and actually see progress at home.In this episode, I talk about… ✨ What “Squirrel Brain” really is (and why it’s not your fault). ✨ A simple mindset hack to clear mental clutter and calm your focus. ✨ My favorite Unstuck Strategy to help you stay on one task and wake up to a calmer kitchen. ✨ A client story that shows how a few small tweaks can cut home tasks in half.Ready to take the next step or get extra support? Start here: 👉 Grab the free 15-Minute Kitchen Reset - your quick win for calmer mornings. 👉 Schedule your 7-Day ADHD Home Reset to build simple, realistic home task rhythms with my support. 👉 Hit follow now so you don’t miss the next episode in the ADHD Superpower Series!Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you next week!
If you’ve ever felt like ADHD hyperfocus takes over your day or leaves your home in chaos… you’re not alone.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about how to flip the script on hyperfocus… turning it from something that overwhelms you into a tool that can actually help you reset your home.This one’s for you if… 🎧 You get stuck doing one task for hours and forget everything else. 🎧 You want to understand hyperfocus without the shame or pressure. 🎧 You’re ready to use your ADHD traits to your advantage… especially at home.In this episode, I talk about… ✨ What hyperfocus really is (and why it’s more than just “deep focus”) ✨ A powerful mindset hack that helps you own it instead of being owned by it ✨ Real-life examples from my clients and kids that proves how effective hyperfocus can be (when it’s supported the right way)Ready to take the next step or get extra support? Start here: 👉 Schedule your  Closet Makeover and get a fully supported plan to reset one of the most stressful spots in your home 👉 Come say hey on Instagram @calmcottagecoaching for more ADHD-friendly home and mindset tipsLet’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you next week!
If you’ve ever felt like your ADHD traits are getting in the way of keeping up with your home you’re not alone.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re kicking off a brand new series that flips the script on five of the most frustrating ADHD traits women face at home… and shows how they can actually become strengths.This one’s for you if:🎧 You’ve ever rolled your eyes at the phrase “ADHD is your superpower”🎧 You feel overwhelmed by clutter, chaos, or unfinished tasks🎧 You’re ready for simple, ADHD-friendly strategies that make your home feel more functional without aiming for perfectionIn this episode, I talk about:✨ What a “superpower” really is and how that applies to ADHD✨ The 5 ADHD traits over 50 women told me are the most frustrating at home✨ How to shift from shame to support and why body doubling, coaching, and realistic expectations make all the differenceReady to take the next step or get extra support? Start here:👉 Check out my Room Makeover- Let’s get your space decluttered and organized before the Holidays hit.👉 Fill out my Quick Curiosity Form and I’ll personally follow up with you👉 Follow me on Instagram @calmcottagecoaching for more real-life ADHD-friendly home tipsLet’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain.See you next week on The Gentle Reset... when we dive into ADHD and hyperfocus!
If you’ve ever felt like decluttering is just about getting rid of stuff or making your house look nice… you’re not alone.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about the ripple effect of decluttering… the bigger “why” behind it all. Because clearing physical space doesn’t just change your home… it shifts your energy, your stress, your family life, and even the way you show up in other parts of your life.This one’s for you if:🎧 You’ve tried to declutter before and wondered if it’s even worth the effort.🎧 You want to understand how less clutter can actually lower stress and improve your mood.🎧 You’re curious how small changes at home can ripple into your work, family, and daily life.In this episode, I talk about: ✨ How research shows clutter increases cortisol (your stress hormone) and how less clutter brings more peace of mind.✨ How decluttering gives you back time and energy for what you really want to do. ✨ Real ripple effects I’ve seen with clients including more productivity, calmer mornings, and homes that stay uncluttered.And a quick heads-up: this episode wraps up Season 1 of The Gentle Reset. I’ll be taking a short break, but I’ll be back in October with Season 2… bringing you even more simple, doable steps to help your ADHD home feel lighter and easier to manage.Ready to take the next step or get extra support? Start here:👉 Grab my free resource: [15 Minute Nightly Kitchen Reset] 👉 Work with me inside a Closet Makeover (4 weeks) or Room Makeover (30 days)- both programs are now open again!👉 Come hang out with me on Instagram [@calmcottagecoaching] for daily ADHD-friendly tips and behind-the-scenes support.  👉 Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss the launch of Season 2 in October.Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you soon for Season 2 of The Gentle Reset!
If you’ve ever felt like you’re the only one in your home doing the work to declutter and organize… you’re not alone.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about how to involve your family in the process- without the battles, nagging, or pressure that usually backfires.This one’s for you if…🎧You’ve ever felt frustrated that your kids won’t keep their rooms organized🎧Your spouse doesn’t see the clutter the way you do🎧 You’ve tried to push your family to get on board and only hit resistanceIn this episode, I talk about:✨Why pressure usually makes family members more resistant especially when ADHD is in the mix.✨Practical ways to start small, give simple choices, and create clear setups everyone can actually use.✨My own downsizing story and how focusing on my things first created a ripple effect for my family.Ready to take the next step or get extra support? Start here: 👉 Fill out my Curiosity Form to share what’s been hard in your home (no judgment and I’ll follow up personally).  👉 Grab my 5 Sneaky Clutter Hot Spots (and ADHD-Friendly Fixes) Freebie 👉 Subscribe to The Gentle Reset so you never miss a Weekly 3. And if we’re not connected yet, come hang out with me on Instagram @CalmCottageCoaching where I share more ADHD-friendly tips and behind-the-scenes. Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you next week!
If you’ve ever felt like you’re just not an “organized person,” you’re not alone.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re busting the myth that organized means Pinterest-perfect and talking about what it really looks like for ADHD brains.This one’s for you if…🎧 If you’ve ever felt like complicated systems just don’t stick for you🎧 If you’ve tried bins, planners, or color-coded closets that never stuck🎧 If you’ve been waiting for the day you magically “become organized”In this episode, I talk about…✨ A fresh way to think about what “organized” actually means✨ How to create simple systems that actually stick with ADHD✨ A real client win that shows why function matters more than prettyReady to take the next step or get extra support? Start here:👉 Fill out my quick Curiosity Form and tell me what feels hardest at home right now and I’ll send you personalized next steps!👉 Follow me on Instagram @calmcottagecoaching so you don’t miss the Drop Zone Reset coming soon 👀 Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you next week!(If links don't work above please reach out!)
If mornings feel like one long scavenger hunt for shoes, papers, and bookbags… you’re not alone.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about Chaos-Free(ish) Mornings with ADHD.This one’s for you if… 🎧 You wake up already in “reaction mode” 🎧 You want simple ADHD-friendly shifts to make mornings smoother 🎧 You’re tired of searching for lost things before schoolIn this episode, I talk about…🧠 Why prepping you first (even just 30 minutes) can set the tone for the whole day🏠How a drop zone and simple rhythms cut down on morning chaos✨A client win about creating a command center that made school routines so much easierReady to take the next step or get extra support? Start here: 👉 Grab the free ADHD Mom’s Back to School Checklist (updated)👉 Join me on IG stories for The Daily Drop 👉 Explore my coaching offers: www.calmcottagecoaching.comLet’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you next week!
If you’ve ever felt like your kitchen counters and tables are magnets for paper piles especially during Back to School season… you’re not alone.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about how to stop paper clutter before it even starts.🎧This one’s for you if…✨Every new school year leaves you buried in permission slips, flyers, and artwork✨Paper piles seem to multiply overnight✨You’re tired of losing important papers or feeling mentally weighed down by themIn this episode, I talk about… 🧠 A simple mindset shift to close one “open tab” in your brain around paper clutter 🏠 An ADHD-friendly paper flow system that keeps your counters clear 🌟 A client story about transforming a paper filled office into a calm, functional spaceReady to take the next step or get extra support? Start here: 👉 Grab my free Paper Clutter Guide: the step-by-step ADHD-friendly paper flow system 👉 Join me for The Daily Drop- 10 days of ADHD-friendly offers to help you create more flow and function at home. Follow me on Instagram stories so you don’t miss it!  👉 Get on the waitlist for my Room Makeover program (coming back soon!)- a 30 day transformation to declutter, reorganize, and design a space that actually works for you. Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you next week!
This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about how to make the Back to School season feel lighter for you and your kids. I’ll walk you through a mindset shift, ADHD-friendly home tips, and a real story from a homeschool mom who turned her overwhelmed space into a calm, functional learning area. If Back to School feels like too many lists, too many emotions, and not enough energy… you’re not alone. 🎧 This one’s for you if you...👉Feel overwhelmed by school transitions 👉Have a kid with big feelings about new routines👉Are craving more structure but need it to feel doable👉Are juggling your own energy, your home, and your kid’s needsIn this episode, I talk about…✨A mindset shift to help calm the chaos✨Simple ADHD-friendly tips that support smoother mornings✨A real homeschool makeover story that proves small steps = big change✨What’s inside the free ADHD Mom’s Back to School Checklist ✨A sneak peek at The Daily Drop-  10 days of ADHD-friendly offers starting August 18Ready to take the next step or get extra support? Start here:👉 Download the free ADHD Mom’s Back to School Checklist 👉 Grab my favorite mesh zipper pouches (Amazon affiliate link)- https://amzn.to/45lAxrs👉 Join the waitlist for Room Makeovers 👉 Follow along on Instagram for The Daily Drop (starting Aug 18) – [@calmcottagecoaching] Let’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you next week!
Ever feel like you’re doing dishes, folding laundry, and picking up toys but your house still feels messy? You’re not alone. It’s exhausting to feel like you’re trying so hard and not seeing a difference.This week on The Gentle Reset, we’re talking about why doing “everything” doesn’t work and how to choose the right home task for your brain and energy instead. Let’s make things simpler, not harder.🎧 If you’ve ever felt…👉Like you’re constantly behind no matter how much you do👉Overwhelmed by daily home tasks that never seem to end👉Stuck in all-or-nothing mode and don’t know where to start...this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk about:✨Why chasing a perfectly “done” home leads to burnout✨The myth of keeping up with everything✨How to pick the one task that makes the biggest impact✨A mindset shift that helped a client go from stuck to motivated✨The power of realistic rhythms that actually work with ADHDReady to take the next step or get extra support? Start here:👉 Grab my Free Guide – 5 Sneaky Clutter Hot Spots (and ADHD-Friendly Fixes): start small with the most frustrating clutter zones (counters, nightstand, entryway). 👉 7-Day ADHD Home Reset - Create a doable rhythm for home tasks in just one week, without the pressure to overhaul everything.👉 Let’s connect! Follow me on Instagram @calmcottagecoachingLet’s keep it simple, doable, and built for your ADHD brain. See you next week!
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