Get the Free Brain Dump Strategy to Clear your head, sort tasks, and schedule next steps

Clear your head, sort tasks, and schedule next steps for ND adults and students

Brain Dump Strategy

What's Included?

  • Single-page PDF template formatted for easy printing
  • Dedicated "The Brain Dump" header for list-making
  • Break Tasks Down sheet to turn big items into smaller steps
  • Open format for capturing thoughts and tasks

What Can You Do With the Free Brain Dump Strategy?

Reduce Daily Overwhelm Fast

with one place to dump tasks now

Turn Tasks Into Clear Steps

by giving a shared language for what people notice and what is harder to see

Schedule What Matters First

with simple date and time fields ready

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Brain Dump Strategy

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FAQs

Is this fillable on a computer?

Yes. Open the Excel file or import to Google Sheets and type directly.

Can I print it?

Yes. Print from Excel or export to PDF for a hard copy.

Do I need any special software?

No. Excel or Google Sheets is enough.

How long does a brain dump take?

About 5 to 10 minutes for the first pass, then a few minutes to break tasks into steps.

Can I use this with a coach or student?

Yes. Share the file or screen and complete it together.

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Who Created This Resource

We build simple, low-friction executive function tools shaped by lived neurodivergent experience and professional training, so you get clear steps that fit real life.

CHRIS HANSON  //  Founder of Life Skills Advocate

Hi, I’m Chris. I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio and moved to the Seattle area in 2008. I am a neurodivergent adult and a former special education teacher. In 2019 I started Life Skills Advocate to create the kind of practical support I wished I had in high school and early adulthood.

I have about eight years of classroom experience and more than twenty years of lived experience with ADHD and anxiety. My work focuses on simple systems that reduce overwhelm at school, work, and home. I care about clear steps, realistic follow through, and tools that fit real life.

Outside of work I enjoy time with my wife and son, gardening, and racquetball. I am grateful for the community that uses our resources and shares feedback so we can keep improving together.

Chris 

AMY SIPPL  //  Content Specialist

Hi, I’m Amy, a Minnesota-based content specialist at Life Skills Advocate and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). I support families, educators, and adults with resources that make learning and daily routines easier.

I hold a master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from St. Cloud State University and undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Family Social Science from the University of Minnesota. For over a decade I have worked with neurodivergent children, teens, and adults in home, school, and clinic settings.

My writing centers on practical strategies that respect autonomy and reduce overwhelm. I aim for clear explanations, doable next steps, and tools that help people use their strengths in everyday life.

Amy

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