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ADHD DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
Visually calming layout (space to
breathe, intuitive sections)
Customizable views for focus
(toggle views, filters, or tabs)
Minimal friction to use daily (no
complex setup or learning curve)
Color-coded or visual cues for
prioritization (icons, highlights)
Mobile-friendly version for on-
the-go access
Low-stim starting dashboard
(not cluttered or overwhelming)
ESSENTIAL TOOLS
Quick capture area or brain
dump zone
Weekly or daily planning view
with rituals/reminders
Easy-to-use task manager with
clear prioritization
Space for recurring routines or
habit tracking
Project manager that breaks
down large tasks into steps
Built-in dopamine support
(checklists, celebrations,
rewards)
PERSONALIZATION
Can be easily customized
without needing a Notion pro
Notion community with free
support and encouragement
Includes optional sections for
life, work, school, or wellness
Optional guided setup or
instructions for getting started
SELF-COMPASSION FEATURES
Gentle language or affirmations
(not overly “productivity bro”)
Personal development prompts
or reviews
Reflection spaces or journaling
built in
Support for days when you’re
low energy or struggling
BUILD QUALITY
Built with linked databases (not
just pages on pages)
Smart filters/automations
already in place
Clearly labeled databases (you
know what you're editing)
No duplicate data entry needed
Doesn’t require tons of Notion
knowledge to maintain
Templated pages for kickstarting
content, projects, etc.
BONUS POINTS
Comes with walkthroughs,
onboarding, or a tutorial
Lifetime updates or continued
support
Idea HQ for storing life, home,
and project ideas
Idea Graveyard to set aside low-
dopamine ideas for later
“Currently Working On” tracker
to stay focused
Planning HQ to connect tasks,
projects, and content
Button automations to save time
and reduce clicks
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AND IT’S READY TO USE
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