Because if it takes too long or involves too many steps, we're just not going to do it.
If it’s hard to concentrate on one task, such as folding laundry or washing dishes, all the way to completion, try doing it in increments. Set a timer for 15 minutes, and stay on task until it goes off. If you think you can do more, reset the timer.
and stay on top of their housework. Here are the tips my clients with ADHD swear by for housekeeping made easy. Feel free to modify them to suit your needs.Many people with ADHD like to keep their stuff in full view because they find that seeing a thing helps them remember to repair it, return it, remove it, or replace it. Unfortunately, clutter is unattractive and distracting. I wish there were a painless way to get rid of clutter. Alas, it takes a bit of work.
Pay special attention to chairs and sofas. As I tell my clients, “You deserve to not share your chair with anything but your derrière.” If the sink is full of dirty dishes and the backsplash is grimy, your kitchen can be made of marble and gold and itTo reduce the number of dishes you do, use compostable plates and utensils. If that seems like cheating, at least get some compostable cups and cereal bowls for your children to use in the mornings — then rinse and add to your compost pile.
If you insist on using a sponge, use it for no more than seven days, then wash it in the dishwasher and use for another seven days. Then throw it away. Spritz the mirrors with glass cleaner and the counters with non-glass cleaner. Wipe with paper towels. Mop the floor on your way out.
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