Some stores can make us spend more than we wanted to, every single time. For me, it’s Target. We all know we should go to these stores with a list — and stick to it. The problem is, that’s easier said than done. Big-box stores entice us to forget our lists and get everything we need […]
Category: Minimalism
Toys in the ADHD home: why everyone’s happier with less
Chances are, if you have children, you’ve watched toys slowly take over your home. Many parents say, “we have too many toys,” but defend this choice in the same breath. But stop and think for a moment: how does your child behave when he’s surrounded by a hoard of toys? Content? Calm? Focused? More likely […]
Skip the donation bins & declutter without leaving your home
I don’t know about you, but for me, packing up those unwanted items for donation is only half the battle. Decluttering experts suggest several ways to make sure this stuff actually leaves your house: for example, keeping it in the car or dropping it off that very day. For people with ADHD, it’s not that easy. After my son’s birthday party this […]