SpiralFocus: Task Management That Actually Works for ADHD Brains

I use an A4 spiral notebook for task management. Each task or idea is listed on the right-hand side, one per line, forming my to-do list, with new tasks added to the end.

I tackle the list from the top, without pressure to finish. Unfinished tasks are crossed off and re-added to the end, while completed tasks are crossed off permanently. This process repeats.

The left side acts as “working memory” for the current task.

Additional details:

• Urgent tasks can be added in the blank right-side space.
• Canceled tasks receive a diagonal strike-through.
• I mostly use a pencil, occasionally red/blue pens for important tasks.
• Every few days, I clear out lingering tasks to keep the list concise.

Benefits:

1. Nothing is missed.
2. Avoids decision paralysis.
3. Delays but prevents complete neglect.

Drawbacks:

1. Tasks can be postponed.
2. Lacks prioritization.

This method mirrors a task queue with polling and is influenced by Mark Forster’s techniques.

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📚 SpiralFocus: Task Management That Actually Works for ADHD Brains #ADHDtok #ProductivityHack #SpiralFocus #ADHDlife #ProductivityTips #OrganizationHacks #ADHD #ADHDhack 👀 Watch this: 1️⃣ Grab a spiral notebook 📓 2️⃣ List tasks on the right side ➡️ 3️⃣ Work from top down ⬇️ 4️⃣ Unfinished? Cross off & add to bottom 🔄 5️⃣ Finished? Cross off for good ✅ 🧠 Left side = working memory space 🔥 Benefits: • Never miss a task • Bye-bye decision paralysis • No more task neglect 🤔 Sounds too simple? That’s the beauty! 👇 Comment if you want a full breakdown!

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