Jul 8
Many people who know me would describe me as a tough critic–just ask my kids–but I like to think of it as valuing excellence. This means that when I do recommend a product or service, it’s only because I believe in it so much that I want to shout it from the rooftops.
In this episode, I’m sharing my list of rooftop-worthy ADHD hacks that have completely transformed my life. From organization to productivity to home care, these resources have helped me manage the more difficult aspects of my ADHD, leaving me more time and energy to focus on my strengths. At this point I truly couldn’t make it through the day without them, they’ve had such a positive impact on my ADHD brain, and I think they’ll make a big difference to yours too.
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"I’m learning so much more, which is really firing all those good neurochemicals. It’s giving me so many more ideas and I feel so much better at the end of the day when I’m more actively participating in what I’m taking in rather than just mindlessly scrolling Twitter or watching Dateline on television."
- Tracy Otsuka
"If I have to think about what folder I might have put something in first it just makes me anxious all the time, like I’m going to lose that note because I don’t organize things like a linear brain would."
- Tracy Otsuka
"Whatever it is that we want, that we want to happen, that we want to do more of, we need to figure out a way to get rid of the resistance."
- Tracy Otsuka
"I’m learning so much more, which is really firing all those good neurochemicals. It’s giving me so many more ideas and I feel so much better at the end of the day when I’m more actively participating in what I’m taking in rather than just mindlessly scrolling Twitter or watching Dateline on television."
- Tracy Otsuka
"If I have to think about what folder I might have put something in first it just makes me anxious all the time, like I’m going to lose that note because I don’t organize things like a linear brain would."
- Tracy Otsuka
"Whatever it is that we want, that we want to happen, that we want to do more of, we need to figure out a way to get rid of the resistance."
- Tracy Otsuka
[00:00 - 16:18] ADHD hacks and Bear app
[16:18 - 29:31] Apple Watch and Productivity
- Tracy shares her favorite ADHD hacks and resources, including Apple products, which she finds intuitive and easy to use.
- Tracy discusses her personal and professional productivity tools, primarily Apple products, but also mentions Android and Windows options.
- Tracy finds relief in using Bear, a note-taking app that doesn't require file organization, allowing her to quickly search and access her notes across multiple devices.
[16:18 - 29:31] Apple Watch and Productivity
- Tracy struggles to keep track of paint colors for various rooms in her house, leading to frustration and difficulty in touching up or matching colors.
- Tracy has found the Apple Watch to be helpful in various situations, such as finding her phone in the garden and communicating with family members across different time zones.
- Tracy recommends using a separate monitor for work to improve focus and productivity, citing reduced distractions and improved efficiency.
[29:31 - 55:53] The benefits of using a Kindle e-reader
- Tracy wishes there were ways to quickly and easily organize and find notes and files in Bear, such as speaking into it or using voice commands.
- Tracy loves their Kindle because it removes resistance from reading, keeping them engaged and focused.
- Tracy uses the Readwise app to sync their Kindle highlights and send them to their email for review and organization.
Learn more by connecting with Tracy through Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest or visit adhdforsmartwomen.com.
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EPISODE #172
