Why Small Wins Matter More Than You Think
- Allison Converse
- Dec 19, 2025
- 3 min read
If ADHD has ever made you feel like you can’t even figure out where to start, you’re not alone. ADHD brains tend to freeze with too much input. That freeze often looks like clutter piling up, to-do lists untouched, and guilt setting in. But here’s the good news: you don’t need to tackle everything at once. Starting small on purpose is one of the most powerful ways to build momentum and confidence in your home.
Your Brain Isn’t Broken… It’s Overwhelmed
If the thought of organizing your whole home makes you want to shut down.. you're not lazy, your brain is overwhelmed.
ADHD brains often freeze when tasks feel too big or unclear. That’s why something like putting away laundry can feel impossible.
Suddenly, “put away laundry” turns into:
Match the socks
Clear drawer space
Organize while you’re at it
Too many steps = mental shutdown.
Instead of pushing harder, try this:
Just put away one category (like pajamas)
Just do your laundry, not the whole family’s
Toss unmatched socks in a bin and move on
Small wins still count and they teach your brain that progress is possible.
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Start Small On Purpose
When I work with clients, we don’t start with the messiest space. We pick something tiny and doable like a junk drawer or clearing off one surface. That one small win sparks motivation and makes the next task feel less overwhelming.
Try this:
🕒 Set a timer for 5 minutes.
🧺Declutter one drawer or do one load of laundry
✅ That’s a win.
“I Feel Like You Really Get Me”
A client once told me, “I feel like you really get me.” She’d tried every organizing trick and still felt stuck and frustrated. She didn’t need tough love or judgment... she needed systems that worked with her brain, not against it.
After just one week of support, she decluttered her car and felt confident again. She needed someone to believe in her more than she believed in herself. That’s the work I’m here to do!!
Key Takeaways
When the task feels too big, start where it feels easiest
Choosing the least overwhelming space builds real momentum
You don’t need to try harder... you need a system that works with your brain
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