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EPISODE · Jun 23, 2025 · 29 MIN

Fantasy vs. Reality: Creating an ADHD-Friendly Living Space

from The ADHD MUMS Pod · host ADHD MUMS

We explore what their ideal ADHD-friendly homes would look like, from practical solutions to fantastical dreams, while repeatedly getting side-tracked, as per usual.• Low-maintenance outdoor spaces like yards with potted plants instead of gardens requiring constant upkeep• Automated home features like laundry chutes, robot vacuum cleaners, and smart home technology to reduce cognitive load• Meal prep strategies and the challenges of demand avoidance when it comes to pre-planned meals• Creating snack boxes for children to reduce constant food requests while providing structure• The distinction between comfort eating and using food as a form of dissociation or thought-stopping• The difficulty in fantasizing about ideal living situations when limited beliefs get in the way• Smart home assistants that help with routines but sometimes seem to have a personal vendettaHomework for Gen: Five minutes of connecting with inner magic and wonder to properly fantasize about a dream home without practical limitations.Support the showFurther TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding...All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak.Artwork by GenFor more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!!PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

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We explore what their ideal ADHD-friendly homes would look like, from practical solutions to fantastical dreams, while repeatedly getting side-tracked, as per usual. • Low-maintenance outdoor spaces like yards with potted plants instead of gardens requiring constant upkeep • Automated home features like laundry chutes, robot vacuum cleaners, and smart home technology to reduce cognitive load • Meal prep strategies and the challenges of demand avoidance when it comes to pre-planned meals • Cr...

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