Overwhelmed
to Organized
a 6-day challenge for adhd wrters
march 16-21, 2026
Clear space. Corral drafts. Choose one project. Build momentum.
No guilt. No perfectionism.
If your manuscript ideas and drafts live in stacks, tabs, sticky notes and half-finished docs, this week is for you. We use interest-based motivation and short, focused tasks to move you from “too much” to “I know exactly what I’m doing next.” Access is for registrants only.
What you’ll do (in 6 simple steps)
Day 1: Clear your writing space and reset your brain.
Day 2: Put all writing in one place—paper and digital.
Day 3: Separate projects so each has a home.
Day 4: Choose your primary project with confidence.
Day 5: Roughly organize what you have—fast.
Day 6: Decide the next moves and start executing.
What you’ll get
Daily live calls with ADHD coach
One chosen project, organized and ready to move forward.
A simple system for corralling ideas (that you’ll actually use).
Short daily guidance and light accountability so you don’t stall.
Tools to beat indecision, perfectionism, and overwhelm.
Who it’s for
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ADHD writers and neurodivergent creatives.
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Anyone juggling too many drafts and not enough momentum.
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Novelists, nonfiction writers, bloggers, essayists—if you write, you’re welcome.
How it works
Six days of compact tasks (20–45 minutes each).
Clear instructions, examples, and catch‑up options if you fall behind.
Interest‑based approach: urgency, novelty, and challenge—without shame.
Results you can expect
Less clutter, fewer open loops.
A chosen project with next steps so you can move forward with confidence.
A repeatable way to stay organized.
FAQs
How much time does this take? Plan for 20–45 minutes per day.
Do I need special software? No. Use whatever tools you have—paper or digital.
What if I miss a day? We include catch‑up guidance and quick restarts.
Is this for fiction or nonfiction? Both. The process works across genres.
Register now to get the schedule, daily prompts, and access to the challenge.
Spots are limited to keep it focused—grab yours.
No busywork. No shame. Just a practical, ADHD‑friendly way to tame your writing chaos and start finishing.
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Your Hosts
Rachelle S. Ramirez is a certified developmental editor, ADHD writing coach, and Pages & Platforms team member. She is a co-creator of the Story Path Course and multiple Masterclass courses and is a co-founder and co-host of The Happily Ever Author Club. Rachelle's first book, The Writers' Guide to Story Types, is available only within the Story Path course and The Happily Ever Author Club. Rachelle is the author of the forthcoming book, The ADHD Writer: From Frustrated to Focused to Finished.
Sue Campbell is an author and mindset coach for writers. She has helped hundreds of writers, from newbies to bestsellers, transform their inhibitive mindset around marketing and realize their full potential as authors. Her clients have exponentially increased their email lists and book sales, landed articles in prestigious publications such as The New York Times, done guest spots on popular podcasts and more. She is also a certified life coach through the Life Coach School.