The Perfect Garage: Making Your Environment ADHD-Friendly

As we conclude our Ferrari series, we're going to talk about your 'garage' - in other words, how you can set up your environment so that your Ferrari brain can function optimally. Because just like a Ferrari needs the right conditions to perform, so does your ADHD brain.

The Foundation of an ADHD-Friendly Environment

Stimulus Management

Just like a Ferrari garage is organized and clear, your brain benefits from a controlled environment:

Visual Stimuli

• Tidy workspace

• Clear storage systems

• Calm colors where needed

• Inspiring elements where desired

Auditory Stimuli

• Use of noise-cancelling headphones

• Soothing background music

• Quiet workspaces

• Sound-dampening materials

Other Senses

• Comfortable temperature

• Good ventilation

• Pleasant lighting

• Opportunity for movement

Optimizing Your Workspace

The Ideal 'Pit Stop'

Create different zones for different activities:

1. Focus Zone

   • Minimal distractions

   • All necessities within reach

   • Good lighting

   • Ergonomic workspace

   
   

2. Creative Zone

   • Space for brainstorming

   • Whiteboard or bulletin board

   • Inspiring elements

   • Freedom of movement

   
   

3. Rest Zone

   • Comfortable seating

   • Minimal stimuli

   • Soft materials

   • Opportunity for relaxation

   
   

Practical Organization: Systems That Work

Just like a Ferrari garage has its own systems:

Storage

• Everything has a fixed place

• Visible storage systems

• Color coding where useful

• Regular 'maintenance'

Planning

• Visual calendar

• Task lists in visible places

• Reminders and alarms

• Weekly overview

The Home Environment: Your Personal 'Showroom'

Make your entire house ADHD-friendly:

1. Entrance

   • Fixed place for keys

   • Charging station for phone

   • Place for important papers

   • Departure checklist

   
   

2. Kitchen

   • Logical layout

   • Meal planning visible

   • Clear pantry organization

   • Time management tools

   
   

3. Bedroom

   • Low-stimulus environment

   • Good blackout curtains

   • Calming colors

   • Routine support

   
   

Digital Environment: Your Online 'Dashboard'

Your digital space also needs structure:

• Clear folder structure

• Limited number of open tabs

• Regular digital cleanup

• Effective use of apps and tools

Implementation Tips

1. Start Small

   • Choose one space to begin with

   • Implement one system at a time

   • Celebrate small successes

   • Build gradually

   
   

2. Make It Personal

   • What works for your Ferrari brain?

   • Which stimuli help you?

   • Which systems suit you?

   • What energizes you?

   
   

3. Evaluate and Adjust

   • Regularly check what works

   • Dare to adjust systems

   • Ask others for feedback

   • Keep experimenting

   
   

A Personal Note

In my practice, I see how important the right environment is for people with ADHD. The difference between a chaotic and a structured environment can be enormous - just like a Ferrari performs better in a professional garage than in a messy shed.

In Conclusion

Your Ferrari brain deserves an environment where it can excel. By consciously designing your space, you create the conditions for success. It takes time and attention, but the result is worth it.

With this blog, we conclude our Ferrari series. We've looked at the power of your ADHD brain, how it works in relationships, the importance of self-care, and now how you can create the perfect environment. Remember: your Ferrari brain is special and deserves the best 'garage' there is!