As someone with ADHD who heavily struggles with executive dysfunction, I'm not a stranger to reading self-help books that imply or promise to teach you the secrets to overcoming your ADHD. So I was surprised when Stone's take was almost completely opposite: instead of overcoming your ADHD, learn to thrive by embracing it. I really appreciated the unique perspective, and while I didn't always relate to the examples given, the bulk of the book was full of suggestions and hacks I could actually see myself using, and benefitting from.

Marlowe Stone’s *The Ultimate ADHD Workbook for Cleaning and Organizing* offers a compassionate and practical guide for those struggling with ADHD to create and maintain a tidy, organized living space. The book’s strength lies in its empowering approach, encouraging readers to embrace their unique ADHD traits rather than seeing them as obstacles.

One of the standout features is the ADHD Superpowers Quiz, which helps readers identify their strengths and learn how to harness them effectively in their cleaning and organizing routines. Stone also introduces the concept of "ADHD Kryptonite," allowing readers to understand and manage their specific challenges. This superhero-themed approach makes the material engaging and relatable, transforming a daunting task into a more manageable, even enjoyable, journey.

The book delves into the science of ADHD, offering insights into how the ADHD brain functions differently and why traditional organizing methods often fall short for individuals with ADHD. Stone’s exploration of the emotional toll of clutter, including the shame and frustration it can cause, adds depth to the book and makes it clear that the struggle with organization is not just a matter of willpower.

Practicality is another key strength of this workbook. It’s packed with 101 ADHD-approved organizing techniques, tips, and hacks tailored to each room in the house. These strategies are designed with the ADHD mind in mind, making them realistic and achievable. The inclusion of printable checklists, monthly challenges, journal prompts, and other resources ensures that readers have the tools they need to turn these tips into lasting habits.

The MAGIC Method, Stone’s proprietary blueprint for creating manageable daily routines, is particularly noteworthy. It offers a structured yet flexible approach to maintaining a clean and organized space, catering specifically to the needs of those with ADHD.

Overall, *The Ultimate ADHD Workbook for Cleaning and Organizing* is a must-read for anyone with ADHD who feels overwhelmed by the prospect of keeping their home in order. Stone’s empathetic tone and practical advice make this book a valuable resource for transforming your space without self-judgment, allowing you to embrace your ADHD superpowers and live more comfortably.

Thank you to NetGalley. the author, and publisher for an advanced copy to review.

Both myself and my husband are recently in the process of being diagnosed with ADHD. With both of us struggling to maintain household chores this has been a great read with things we have already implemented. I will be getting a physical copy once it is released.

I loved this book. I have undiagnosed ADHD, and honestly, it's so difficult to see a project through...cleaning and organizing seems a reach. I was impressed that, perfect for those with ADHD, it was broken down into easy tips, hacks, parts. They are doable, and the 101 strategies are exactly what I need. What a great resource for anyone with ADHD! This workbook walks the reader through the brain science behind ADHD before diving into what is executive functioning and how it affects individuals with ADHD. Examples are plentiful and the information is broken down into understandable pieces. After explaining the science behind ADHD, Stone dives into 101 strategies to help with organization and decluttering your home. These organization hacks are perfect for anyone, let alone neurodivergent folks. I found great use in many of these suggestions!

Thank you to the author and NetGalley for a digital ARC of this title in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

What a great resource for anyone with ADHD! This workbook walks the reader through the brain science behind ADHD before diving into what is executive functioning and how it affects individuals with ADHD. Examples are plentiful and the information is broken down into understandable pieces. After explaining the science behind ADHD, Stone dives into 101 strategies to help with organization and decluttering your home. These organization hacks are perfect for anyone, let alone neurodivergent folks. I found great use in many of these suggestions!

Complete with printable checklists, additional resources, journaling prompts and more, this workbook is a must have for anyone who struggles with cleaning and organization. I thoroughly enjoyed it and will be using many of these strategies in my everyday life!

ARC Review - Excellent and easy to digest content with ways to implement each idea in your daily life. I will be using the MAGIC method to tackle tasks that I have been putting off for far too long.

The author also provided many valuable app suggestions to help the reader utilize available technology in conjunction with the advice provided in the workbook. I plan to use the timer apps and body doubling apps she recommended!

The chapter about overstimulation and noise was very insightful! I was able to relate to the author’s experience and will try her suggested use of brown noise in the future.

Great book!

I actually thought this book was really informative and useful. I must admit I skimmed through but I did screenshot some useful sections. In terms of organisation, I’ve got that down but instead of cleaning my house I’ve been sitting in the bath for an hour reading a book. I think to someone starting the journey of working with instead of against their ADHD will really like this book.

Thank you NetGalley for letting me read and review

[thank you net galley for providing me a free e-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review]

i thought that this book had some useful tips and coping mechanisms, especially the different apps and equipment recommended & it contained a lot of useful reflection moments, however i felt like parts of it delved into the very childish/glossed over ideas of ADHD - i.e., calling it a super power etc - the workbook exercises also kind of added to it and as an ADHDer i couldn’t think of anything worse than carrying out those exercises so ended up skipping over them… i think i would definitely go back to this book as a guide of recommendations for overcoming common ADHD issues but i do not feel like at times it was a 100% appropriate representation of myself anyway and was not formatted for someone like me

3.5 stars

Not particularly original in its content, this is still a cool organisation (pun intended) of some witty and useful tips for those with ADHD.

I really enjoyed this book - from the way it was laid out, to the workbook questions, and the actionable steps for people with ADHD. As someone who struggles to stay clean and manage my ADHD symptoms, I really appreciated Stowe‘s approach in this book.

The Ultimate ADHD Workbook for Cleaning and Organizing offers a refreshingly understanding approach to tackling the mess in a way that aligns with the ADHD mind. It provides not just tips, but a complete strategy tailored to the unique ways an ADHD brain manages tasks. The book lays out practical steps, including the insightful MAGIC Method for daily routines, and it’s packed with resources like checklists and links that make a real difference. What I love most is how it turns perceived weaknesses into strengths, offering a compassionate and effective method for decluttering. Reading it, I felt supported and equipped, not judged—a rare find in self-help guides!

I can't say I learned anything new from this book, but I can say that I once paid a therapist a lot of money to tell me the same things. You're not gonna use all 101 tips (we're ADHDers, afterall), but you are going to find something new that helps keep your home cleaner and more organized.

This is one of the first books I’ve read about ADHD that explains many positives of the condition, and how they can counteract difficulties. I loved the 101 tips (covering a variety of areas) for their practicality and uniqueness! A must read for anyone who has ADHD or loves someone with ADHD.

Hey, folks! Ever felt like you’re battling your own brain when it comes to tidying up? Well, The Ultimate ADHD Workbook for Cleaning and Organizing is the sidekick you never knew you needed! This book totally gets the ADHD struggle and flips it on its head, turning your challenges into your biggest assets. Forget feeling guilty about messes; this guide is all about conquering clutter with your unique superpowers. The MAGIC Method? Genius! Plus, those printable checklists and ADHD-friendly hacks? Total lifesavers. So, if you’re looking to kick chaos to the curb and maybe even have some fun doing it, you gotta check this out. Seriously, it’s a no-brainer! 🌟📚✨

i don’t know what to say about this one.
i think there’s some good that can be found in the book but a lot of it relies on almost a toxic positivity version of events. there’s wording like “superpower” which i HATE in reference to neurodivergent behaviors.
i think some may find decent information and it kind of glazes over really good stuff like glimmers, but it’s diluted with things like “listen to music, what about binaural beats?”
it wasn’t for me and i wouldn’t necessarily suggest this to my neurodivergent audience as my first pick for neurodivergent self help books.
all the same, thank you netgalley, and the author marlowe stone for a digital copy in exchange for a review.

I loved the tips and techniques portion. Some I know to use and some I have used and just doing it will help. It kept thins simple and easy and provided the framework for routines to eliminate stress and frustration. Can't wait to implement some of the pointers!

This has some good ideas in it, but it's quite slight and seems to bring in a lot of concepts from other writers without always acknowledging. (The "five kinds of object" I believe is from How to Keep House While Drowning but not attributed?) Some of the lists are confusingly edited or have more than one kind of thing on them (the list of timer apps includes Clocky, which is an object), that kind of thing. In general, I think there are more useful books out there for the same audience.

Also, TWO of the "how to work with your superpowers" ideas are "wear a silly hat to clean!" and come on, yo.

This book is very informative and really interesting for someone with ADHD tendencies. I think I would prefer more images and colour but the ideas and concepts are very good.

To rate this book is very subjective, too much so for my liking. Let me elaborate...

I've suffered from clinically diagnosed, debilitating ADHD for my entire adult life (likely before then too, undiagnosed). You could hand me the perfect, holy grail of ADHD books and if I'm not medicated - it's useless. I'm not a doctor, but my personal experience of vs this book's framing of ADHD are very different. I am in no way saying I don't believe that the author has good intentions and the things outlined will never help; some of these ideas will be implemented into my own routine as early as tomorrow. But again, without medication long enough to get the ball rolling on these changes (at the VERY least) - they're useless.
I don't think authors' underestimation of ADHD is unique to this workbook either, just the <i>idea</i> of the slew of ADHD workbooks out there is ridiculous to me. My struggle with cleaning and organizing is a direct <i>result </i>of the ADHD. So this feels like the ADHD equivalent of telling someone with depression to "just be happy!"

The science is interesting and Ch 2 Identifying Your Kryptonite: ADHD Symptoms and Struggles with Executive Functioning would be helpful for those who didn't already have that knowledge. However, the majority of Ch 4's list of 101 Organizing Hacks weren't new or innovative.

If you already know you're someone who can benefit from these kinds of workbooks, more power to ya. If you're hoping this may be "the things that changes it all", it's not.

{Thank you bunches to NetGalley, Marlowe Stone and publisher for the eARC in exchange for my honest review!}

This book was really practical almost immediately which is awesome. It used a lot of superhero, and what seemed like ADHD internet jargon which was a writing style that didn't resonate with me as much but might resonate more with other people. The tips were really solid through, and grouped by area of the house/method were really good. It was a good balance of high level (ie this is the system to use) and checklists with stuff like 'for the bathroom do X tasks'. I think some of the stuff about brainwaves didn't feel as relevant as the rest of the book. Overall it was a quick and useful read, and I like that the author included printable checklists to help with implementation of the systems.