The Organize with Lorinda Podcast

Lorinda Dishington Ortiz

Decluttering tips and empowerment from Lorinda Dishington Ortiz, a Professional Organizer, ADHD Organizing Specialist, and Registered Nurse from Groton, MA that provides online organizing and declutter coaching worldwide. Find me on the web at Organize with Lorinda https://organizewithlorinda.com/

Episodes

  1. May 9

    ADHD, Grief, & Sentimental Clutter (Episode 8)

    What do you do when decluttering feels emotionally impossible? And for women with ADHD, those emotions can feel extra intense. In this episode, I share the story of cleaning out my late mother’s closet and the huge decluttering lesson it taught me. Hi! I'm Lorinda Ortiz, RN, Professional Organizer, and ADHD Organizing Specialist, but most importantly a neurodivergent woman that once had a LOT of clutter. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Grief Trigger Warning 00:23 My Grief & Decluttering Story 01:22 Why Decluttering Is Hard for Women with ADHD 02:08 What Are You Avoiding Decluttering? 03:06 Don't Start Decluttering with the Hard Stuff 04:13 Memory Bin Method of Decluttering 05:07 Build Your Decluttering Muscles 05:50 ADHD Organizing Resources   Want more ADHD-friendly decluttering support? (free) The Clutter Happens Newsletter - One Story, One Tip, Once a Week. This is NOT the typical spammy snorfest cluttering up your inbox. It’s your free weekly dose of laughs, learning, motivation, and mini-coaching. Every Sunday morning. https://organizewithlorinda.myflodesk.com/clutter-happens (free) The 5-Minute Clutter Reset Guide - Quick, realistic decluttering strategies for overwhelmed ADHD brains who do NOT have the time, energy, or desire to spend all weekend organizing color-coded pantry bins. https://organizewithlorinda.myflodesk.com/5minresetyt Group Declutter Coaching - My small group coaching program where I help ambitious women stop rage-cleaning and create decluttered, functional, ADHD-friendly homes. https://organizewithlorinda.com/group-coaching/  Lorinda’s Amazon Affiliate Storefront - Carefully curated, ADHD-friendly products that I actually use and love. (Disclaimer: I earn a small commission on the products purchased from this link, but it’s at no extra cost to you. It helps me to continue providing valuable, free content to women with ADHD and clutter.) https://www.amazon.com/shop/organizewithlorinda Plus you can find me on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook at @organizewithlorinda

    6 min
  2. 08/20/2025

    Episode 6: Decision Fatigue - The Burnout You Didn’t Know Had a Name

    In this episode of ‘The Organize with Lorinda' podcast, host Lorinda Dishington Ortiz, a Registered Nurse, Professional Organizer, and ADHD Organizing Specialist from Groton, Massachusetts, breaks down why decision fatigue hits so hard, especially if you’re a woman living with ADHD.  Here’s what you’ll learn: The science of decision fatigue and how the prefrontal cortex works like your brain’s CEO Common signs of decision fatigue - brain fog, irritability, procrastination, impulsivity, and second-guessing Why ADHD amplifies decision fatigue, making small decisions feel huge Practical ADHD-friendly organizing strategies to fight decision fatigue: simplify, automate, and delegate By the end, you’ll have small, doable steps to protect your mental energy, cut down on decision overload, and create ADHD-friendly routines that actually work for your brain. Join me inside my free Facebook group, ADHD & Clutter: Women’s Support Circle,  a safe community for neurodivergent women to share tips, find support, and celebrate small wins together.  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1830130621259233  Free Resources by Organize with Lorinda: Join my free Facebook group ADHD & Clutter: Women’s Support Circle for ADHD-friendly organizing tips and community support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1830130621259233 Download my free ebooks: The 5-Minute Reset - An ADHD-friendly guide to a calmer space (and a calmer you!) and The 5-Minute Focus Reset - ADHD-friendly ways to stay on focus https://payhip.com/organizewithlorinda Connect with Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organizewithlorinda/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/organizewithlorinda YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OrganizeWithLorinda Website: www.organizewithlorinda.com Episode Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:21 Understanding Decision Fatigue 00:38 The Science Behind Decision Making 02:07 Decision Fatigue in Everyday Life 03:10 Practical Solutions: Simplify, Automate, Delegate 03:27 Simplifying Your Wardrobe and Meals 04:18 Automating Your Routines 04:45 Delegating Tasks to Save Energy 06:07 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 07:09 Closing Remarks and Community Invitation

    8 min
  3. 07/16/2025

    Episode 5: Why Flat Surfaces Turn into Clutter Magnets and The Simple Fix

    Why Flat Surfaces Turn into Clutter Magnets —and The Simple Fix In this episode of 'The Organized with Lorinda,' host Lorinda Dishington Ortiz, a Professional Organizer and ADHD Organizing Specialist in Massachusetts, addresses the common issue of clutter accumulating on flat surfaces such as kitchen counters, tables, and dressers. She explains that this is not due to laziness but is a result of how our brains and habits work, particularly for those with executive functioning challenges. Lorinda offers practical strategies for managing this clutter, including using visual boundaries like Clutter Catchers or Chuck It Buckets, creating homes for everyday items, and establishing a daily two-minute reset routine. She also emphasizes the importance of visual organization, launching pads, and making peace with imperfection.    Tabata Songs YouTube Channel mentioned in the episode. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrom-lPe2Ekby1kWLOAnL1A   Find Organize with Lorinda on the web at: www.organizewithlorinda.com  https://www.facebook.com/organizewithlorinda https://www.instagram.com/organizewithlorinda/  https://www.youtube.com/@OrganizeWithLorinda  00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:11 Understanding Flat Surface Clutter 00:31 Why Flat Surfaces Attract Clutter 01:46 Common Reasons for Clutter 02:15 Solutions to Manage Clutter 03:20 Practical Tips and Examples 04:56 Daily Habits to Maintain Order 05:34 Embracing Imperfection 06:13 Conclusion and Farewell

    7 min

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Decluttering tips and empowerment from Lorinda Dishington Ortiz, a Professional Organizer, ADHD Organizing Specialist, and Registered Nurse from Groton, MA that provides online organizing and declutter coaching worldwide. Find me on the web at Organize with Lorinda https://organizewithlorinda.com/