In this episode of Authentically ADHD, host Carmen dives into the powerful productivity hack of body doubling – a strategy that can help ADHDers stay focused, overcome procrastination, and actually get stuff done. Body doubling isn’t just about sitting next to a friend while you work (though that definitely helps!); it’s about harnessing the presence of another person, tool, or environment to provide external structure and motivation for your ADHD brain.
Carmen explores the science behind why body doubling works, focusing on the role dopamine plays in task initiation and focus. From in-person body doubling to virtual co-working sessions, group productivity, passive presence, and even using apps and timers, this episode covers multiple ways to implement body doubling in your life.
Through personal anecdotes, actionable tips, and a deep dive into the neuroscience behind it all, Carmen offers listeners practical, creative ideas for incorporating body doubling into their daily routines. Whether you're struggling with that looming to-do list or just need a productivity boost, this episode will give you the tools you need to find your focus and crush those tasks with a little help from your "focus buddies."
If you’ve ever found it hard to start or stick with a task, this episode is for you. Tune in and discover how body doubling can become your secret weapon in the battle against procrastination!
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Sources & Further Reading
* Healthline – Body Doubling for ADHD: What Is It and How Does It Work?
* PsychCentral – ADHD Body Doubling: What It Is and How It Works
* Focusmate Blog – How a Body Double Can Help You Stay Productive and Accountable
* Medical News Today – Body Doubling for ADHD
Focusmate – Using Forest App for ADHD
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