"I've spent a lot of this year trying to perfect the art of leaving the house. This might sound like an odd mission until you've seen me spend 25 minutes getting distracted while looking for my wallet and sunnies, doubling back to grab my laptop, tripling back for my work pass, missing my train, arriving at my destination with 1% battery and only then realising the medication I was meant to take that morning is still sitting on the counter."
"Even then, there's all the little stuff to contend with. The useful bits and bobs like Band-Aids and breath mints that make your day easier when you have them to hand. If you're anything like me then you might have stocked up one bag with all the essentials, but what happens when you decide to take a briefcase instead of a backpack?"
Difficulty leaving the house often stems from juggling many small tasks and items, worsened by ADHD or stress. Creating external systems reduces executive-function demands. Concrete solutions include a checklist taped to the door, a power-bank charging station near sunglasses, an A4 holder for prescriptions and documents, and a fixed corner for bags to prevent misplacement. A dedicated, easily transferable survival pouch holds small essentials like Band-Aids and breath mints, avoiding the need to repack between bags. These measures save time, reduce missed items, and lower anxiety around departures.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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