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    Magical Living

    Cozy Seating Ideas for Small Spaces That Feel Like a Retreat

    ByRee Winter July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

    As someone with ADHD, I’ve always struggled with separating my home life from my work life. Working from home sounds great in theory—until the kitchen becomes your office, and you’ve answered emails from the couch, your bed, and sometimes even the floor. I’ve often had to escape to a café to get into a work…

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    ADHD & Aesthetics: Creating Calm Without Going Full Minimalist

    ByRee Winter July 15, 2025August 19, 2025

    If you have ADHD, you’ve probably been told—directly or indirectly—that minimalism is the key to peace. Clean counters. Blank walls. White everything. Clean counters. Blank walls. White everything. But ADHD-friendly home organization isn’t always about having less. For many of us, “clean” can feel sterile or even stressful. We need spaces that feel calming and…

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    Authentic Travel and ADHD: Why Tourist Traps Aren’t Bad

    ByRee Winter July 9, 2025July 9, 2025

    There’s a lot of pressure in the travel world to seek out “authentic” travel experiences. You’ve probably seen the articles—”eat where the locals eat”, “skip the tourist traps”, “wander off the beaten path”. The implication is that if you’re not roughing it or blending in like a local, you’re not doing it right. Honestly, give…

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    5 Shelf Room Dividers for Small Spaces That Help You Mentally Separate Work and Home Life

    ByRee Winter July 1, 2025August 19, 2025

    Working from home has its perks, but it can blur the line between work life and personal time.  As someone with ADHD, I struggle with executive dysfunction and find that I need to either remove myself to a different dedicated space, like a coffee shop, or create a home environment that I can separate into…

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    Creating a Calm Corner in a Noisy Home

    ByRee Winter June 25, 2025August 19, 2025

    Life doesn’t always make space for peace. Whether you live in a loud apartment, share your home with others, or your brain never seems to quiet down, it can be hard to find a moment that feels like yours. That’s why I started carving out what I call a “calm corner”—a small, intentional space where…

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    Balcony Garden Ideas for Creating a Relaxing Green Space

    ByRee Winter November 22, 2024August 19, 2025

    Having a balcony means having a little slice of outdoor heaven—a place to step away from the chaos, breathe in some fresh air, and recharge. With the right balcony garden ideas, even a small space can become a peaceful retreat for relaxing, entertaining friends or soaking in the view. Let’s explore how to make your…

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Hi, I’m Ree, and as someone with ADHD I know how deeply little things affect how we feel. Small Sanctuaries is my place to share cozy corners, mindful rituals, and everyday practices that turn scattered moments into anchors of calm and clarity. Read more...

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