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Grandma Has ADHD
Welcome to “Grandma Has ADHD,” the podcast dedicated to exploring the unique challenges and experiences of seniors living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and referred by some as ADD. We’ll provide valuable insights, expert advice, and personal stories to help older adults, their families, and caregivers navigate the journey of managing ADHD in later life mixed with a little humor and real life, unedited examples of navigating life with ADHD.
Whether you are a senior who suspects you may have ADHD or love an ADHD Senior, “Grandma Has ADHD” embraces the saying “Making the rest of your life, the BEST of your life” and is here to provide you with the information, support, and resources you need to thrive.
Grandma Has ADHD
Episode 95 - Decluttering at the Speed of Life with Dana K. White
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In this episode of Grandma Has ADHD, Jami Shapiro sits down with bestselling author and decluttering expert Dana K. White for a conversation that will feel like a breath of fresh air if you've ever wondered why traditional organizing advice just doesn't work for you.
Dana shares how years of struggling with clutter led her to discover that her brain simply worked differently than the brains of naturally organized people. Instead of trying to force herself into systems that weren't built for her, she developed a practical, judgment-free approach to decluttering that has helped hundreds of thousands of people reclaim their homes.
Together, Jami and Dana explore the connection between ADHD and clutter, why decision-making can feel so overwhelming, and how small mindset shifts can make organizing feel possible instead of paralyzing.
What You'll Learn
- Why traditional organizing advice often doesn't work for ADHD brains
- How realizing your brain works differently can replace shame with understanding
- Dana's "No Mess Decluttering Process" and why it avoids creating piles
- Why starting with decision-free tasks builds momentum
- The simple question Dana asks before keeping any item
- How the "container concept" changes the way you think about clutter
- Why decluttering comes before organizing
- How perfectionism and all-or-nothing thinking keep us stuck
- Why having less stuff makes it easier to stay organized
- How to work with your brain instead of against it
Why This Matters
For many people with ADHD, clutter isn't a matter of laziness or lack of motivation. It's often the result of overwhelm, decision fatigue, and trying to follow organizing systems that were never designed for the way their brains work.
This conversation offers practical strategies and a refreshing reminder that the goal isn't a picture-perfect home—it's creating a space that supports the life you want to live.
The ADHD Button Question
While Dana has never been formally diagnosed with ADHD, she openly shares that she strongly relates to many ADHD traits and recognizes that her brain works differently than those of naturally organized people.
Rather than focusing on a label, Dana has spent years developing systems that work with her brain, helping countless others do the same.
About the Guest
Dana K. White is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, speaker, podcaster, YouTuber, and creator of A Slob Comes Clean. She is the author of Decluttering at the Speed of Life, How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind, and Organizing for the Rest of Us. Dana also trains and certifies decluttering coaches in her practical, no-shame approach to organizing.
About the Host
Jami Shapiro is an ADHD coach, speaker, author, and founder of Silver Linings Transitions. Through Grandma Has ADHD, she helps adults, especially women diagnosed later in life, better understand their brains and navigate life with greater clarity and compassion.
Resources
- Decluttering at the Speed of Life by Dana K. White
- A Slob Comes Clean
- Organizing for the Rest of Us
- This Explains So Much by Jami Shapiro
Links & Support
- Website: https://www.jamishapiro.me
- Book: This Explains So Much by Jami Shapiro
Thank you for joining us for this episode of Grandma Has ADHD! We hope Jami's journey and insights into ADHD shed light on the unique challenges faced by older adults. Stay tuned for more episodes where we’ll explore helpful resources, share personal stories, and provide guidance for those navigating ADHD. Don’t forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends who might benefit. Remember, Make the rest of your life the best of your life.
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