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This episode is one that hits your home and your heart. I’m joined by Katy Wells, author of Making Home Your Happy Place and host of Maximize Minimalist. Together, we unpack the biggest lies we’ve been sold about decluttering—especially how harmful those messages can be for ADHD and neurodivergent brains.

We go far beyond “just get organized” and dig into how clutter impacts your nervous system, identity, emotions, and stress levels. Katy shares a compassionate, realistic, and ADHD-friendly approach to decluttering that doesn’t rely on perfection, Pinterest aesthetics, or overwhelm. If clutter has ever sent you into a shame spiral or made you feel like you’re failing at adulthood, this conversation is for you.

Katy Wells, author of Making Home Your Happy Place: The Real-Life Guide to Decluttering without the Overwhelm, created Holistic Decluttering—an approach that tackles clutter at its roots and pairs it with simple, sustainable systems. As host of The Maximized Minimalist podcast (5 million listens), Katy helps families break the cycle of clutter that keeps coming back. Her work has been featured on NBC News Daily, Martha Stewart, and Real Simple. She lives in Asheville, North Carolina with her husband and two sons.

Episode Highlights:

[0:51] – Introducing Katy Wells and why this conversation goes way deeper than “stuff”
[2:03] – The biggest decluttering myths we’ve been fed and why they harm ADHD brains
[5:51] – The shocking research linking clutter, cortisol, and focus
[8:27] – Why mess and clutter are not the same thing (and why that matters)
[11:56] – ADHD-friendly decluttering: one category, one decision at a time
[16:54] – “Only Handle It Once” and designing your environment for follow-through
[20:32] – Finding your baseline instead of chasing impossible standards
[24:45] – Decluttering as a lifestyle, not another exhausting to-do list
[33:00] – The four types of clutter: superficial, scarcity, sentimental, and identity
[40:33] – Letting go without regret and why decluttering is a skill you can build
[49:55] – Creating a home that feels possible, supportive, and truly yours

Links and Resources:

Katy’s website: https://www.katyjoywells.com/

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What ADHD teens actually need from their parents can feel confusing, exhausting, and emotional—and if you’ve ever wondered whether you’re getting it “right,” this episode will bring relief. I sat down with Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, a pediatric psychologist, parent coach, and author of Love the Teen You Have, for a deeply validating and practical conversation about parenting teens with ADHD. You’ll walk away feeling supported, encouraged, and equipped with tools you can use right away.

We explore why she wrote her book, the real meaning behind its title, and the myths that leave so many parents feeling defeated. We dig into how to stay connected when your teen is pushing boundaries, why unconditional love changes everything, and what it truly looks like to support ADHD teens with executive function, emotional regulation, and respect. We also get honest about step-parenting, hormone changes, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with the teen years. Dr. Lockhart offers practical scripts, mindset shifts, and strategies to help you navigate tough moments with confidence and compassion.

Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart is a pediatric psychologist, parent coach, and author who has been featured in The New York Times, Parents, HuffPost, and The Today Show. After feeling disconnected from her own mom as a teen, she wrote her book to help parents build the closeness she once wished for. Love the Teen You Have is available now.

Episode Highlights:
[0:35] Introducing Dr. Lockhart + her book
[2:19] Why she wrote it + radical acceptance
[3:45] Parenting vs. loving the child you have
[6:14] Unconditional acceptance as transformation
[7:37] The myth that “good parenting = good results”
[10:11] Rejection sensitivity + separating facts from stories
[13:35] ADHD catastrophizing vs. teen behavior
[16:24] PDA vs. ODD
[18:11] Teens seeking connection through conflict
[21:06] Gentle parenting vs. permissive parenting
[23:05] The “redo” + modeling regulation
[25:39] Repairing after rupture
[28:32] Hormones, puberty, and emotional upheaval
[34:30] What ADHD adults need to know about teen brains
[36:43] Can you be a friend and a parent?
[39:25] Step-parenting + connection first
[42:09] What schools need to understand
[44:24] Where to find Dr. Lockhart

Links and Resources:

• 📘 Love the Teen You Have by Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart – Available wherever books are sold
• 🌐 Visit Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart’s website: https://drannlouiselockhart.com/
• 📱 Follow her on Instagram: @dr.annlouise.lockhart
• ▶️ Check out her YouTube channel for parenting insights and tips: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.annlouiselockhart

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I had an incredible conversation with Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator, in this week's episode of Successful with ADHD. Chris shared so many valuable insights on communication, empathy, and understanding - topics that are very relevant for the ADHD community.

Chris is a former Lead FBI Negotiator and dynamic speaker who debunks the biggest myths around negotiation. Chris engages all groups with captivating stories, insights, and useful tips for business and everyday life. Chris has lectured on negotiation at business schools across the country and has been seen on ABC, CBS, CNN, and Fox News. Chris has also been featured in Forbes, Time, Fast Company, and Inc. Chris’s Keynotes are based on his book Never Split The Difference©.

Episode Highlights:
[01:06] – Starstruck by my guest Chris Voss and why his book means so much to me and my husband.
[02:48] - Chris emphasizes the importance of listening and paying attention to more than just words in a conversation.
[03:50] - Strategies Chris suggests for people with ADHD to improve focus when listening intently.
[06:37] - How turning communication into a "game" can help capture wandering attention.
[08:39] - The challenges of reading body language accurately via video calls compared to in-person interactions.
[10:00] - Tips for maintaining engagement and energy on long video calls.
[11:05] - Using the "mirroring" technique to bring attention back to key points you may have missed.
[13:52] - Why some personalities may not enjoy being "mirrored" and prefer different approaches.
[17:22] - The strategic use of apologies before interruptions or assertions.
[19:10] - Why apologies shouldn't necessarily be seen as a sign of weakness.
[20:10] - Whether communication tactics can be used effectively when both parties are aware of them.
[21:33] - Chris explains prospect theory and loss aversion based on the work of Daniel Kahneman.
[25:14] - The importance of empathy and appreciation when using the powerful tool of invoking loss.
[26:34] - The benefits of handwriting over typing for memory retention and focus.
[29:49] - Practicing mental hygiene to counter our innate negativity bias.
[32:33] - Tuning into emotions rather than words when listening.
[35:33] - Paying attention to the "emotional timeline" based on the type of feelings being expressed.
[36:01] - Strategies for bridging disagreements by ensuring people feel truly heard.
[40:03] - Thoughts on reducing conflict through understanding and empathy for all sides.
[40:56] - Whether world peace can ever be achieved.
[43:13] - The importance of making people feel heard in communication.

Connect with Chris Voss:
•Black Swan Ltd - Chris Voss's company website: www.blackswanltd.com
•The Edge weekly email newsletter - get free negotiation tips from Chris
•Never Split the Difference - Chris's bestselling book

I loved diving into so many facets of communication and empathy with an expert like Chris. Let me know if you found this episode valuable by leaving a review! And don't forget to follow along on social media @coachingwithbrooke. See you next time!

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💥Learn the latest neuroscience to boost your practice

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