5 ADHD Productivity Apps as Recommended By ADHD Coach

Summary

In this video, Ariana Bradford from ADHD Done Right discusses her top ADHD productivity apps, which help manage daily tasks for those with ADHD. She highlights five favorites: Tusk for gamified rewards, the Centered app for a body double experience, Artful Agenda for journal and planner integration, Time Finder for visualizing daily time allocation, and Paste for energy-aware planning. Ariana emphasizes the importance of not expecting 100% productivity every day and suggests starting with free trials to find the right app mix that works best for individual needs without overwhelming oneself.

Takeaways

• 🎥 The video features Ariana Bradford, an ADHD coach and someone with ADHD herself, discussing productivity applications for ADHD management.
• 🌐 Ariana runs a YouTube channel called 'ADHD done and top' where she covers ADHD topics in more detail.
• 📱 She recommends five standout apps for ADHD productivity, emphasizing they are her personal favorites and unranked.
• 🏆 'Tusk' is highlighted for its ease of use and gamified rewards, even for incomplete tasks.
• 🧘 'Centered' or 'Centered App' is praised for being ADHD and introvert friendly with a focus on body doubling in a gamified way.
• 📅 'Artful Agenda' is mentioned as a solution for the disconnect between planners and calendars, offering two-way sync with Google Calendar and customization options.
• ⏳ 'Time Finder', despite being in its early stages, is commended for helping visualize daily time availability to prevent overcommitment.
• 📋 'Paste' is appreciated for being free (at the time of the video) and for helping plan around energy levels with reminders for different types of tasks.
• 📝 Ariana notes the value of traditional writing for some ADHD individuals, especially for information retention, but also points out the limitations in dynamic scheduling.
• 🤝 She emphasizes the importance of apps that integrate and connect with each other to streamline productivity methods.
• 💡 Apps help Ariana think more intentionally about scheduling, considering both time and energy, and prevent overestimating daily productivity.
• 🚫 A cautionary note is given against impulsive spending on apps, recommending the use of free trials to test their effectiveness.
• 🔍 Ariana advises knowing one's personal needs and choosing apps that align with those, rather than forcing a mismatched app to work.
• 🔄 She also suggests not exceeding three apps at a time to avoid overwhelming the ADHD brain and losing track of important information.

Q & A

Who is Ariana Bradford and what is her expertise?

Ariana Bradford is a coach for ADHD and also has ADHD herself. She runs a YouTube channel called 'ADHD done and top' where she covers topics related to ADHD in more detail.

What is the purpose of Ariana's discussion in the video?

Ariana's purpose is to explore and recommend productivity applications that are helpful for individuals with ADHD, based on her personal experience and professional expertise.

What are the five apps that Ariana mentions as her personal favorites for ADHD productivity?

The five apps Ariana mentions are Tusk, Centered (also known as the Centered app), Introvert (which is gamified), Artful Agenda, and Time Finder. Additionally, she mentions Paste, which is currently free and available for Apple products.

What unique feature does Tusk offer for productivity?

Tusk offers ease of use and gamified rewards, including achievements for tasks completed and even for tasks not completed, which can be motivating for individuals with ADHD.

How does the Centered app cater to the needs of ADHD individuals?

The Centered app is designed to be ADHD friendly, introvert friendly, and gamified, making it easier for individuals with ADHD to manage their productivity.

What does Artful Agenda do to help with journaling and planning for people with ADHD?

Artful Agenda addresses the difficulty ADHD individuals have with journaling and planning by providing a two-way sync to Google Calendar and allowing customization with stickers, fonts, and colors.

Why is Time Finder considered beneficial for individuals with ADHD?

Time Finder, despite being in its early stages, is beneficial because it helps users visualize their available time, reducing the likelihood of overcommitting and over-scheduling.

What is special about Paste for those with ADHD?

Paste is appreciated for its ability to help users consider their energy levels when planning their day, providing gentle reminders about the best times for creative, physical tasks, or rest.

Why does Ariana recommend using apps instead of traditional writing for ADHD individuals?

Ariana suggests apps because they help manage the day more effectively with an ADHD brain, allowing for better scheduling in terms of time and energy, and integrating with other productivity tools.

What advice does Ariana give for selecting the right ADHD productivity app?

Ariana advises not to pay for anything until you're sure it will work for you, to use free trials, know yourself and your needs, and not to go overboard with too many apps to avoid overwhelm.

What is the recommended maximum number of apps to use at one time for ADHD individuals according to Ariana?

Ariana recommends using no more than three apps at a time to avoid overwhelming the ADHD brain and to ensure effective productivity.