Managing ADHD often requires more than just a simple to-do list; it demands a system that reduces overwhelm and keeps you engaged. The ADHD Planner in AFFiNE provides a visual, flexible workspace designed to break complex projects into manageable micro-steps. Uniquely designed to work alongside AFFiNE's integrated Pomodoro Timer, this template helps you combat time blindness by allowing you to work in focused bursts directly within your planning environment, eliminating the need to switch apps and risk distraction.
One of the biggest challenges for neurodivergent brains is perceiving the passage of time. This planner is optimized to function seamlessly with the AFFiNE Timer, a feature that brings the Pomodoro technique right to your canvas. By setting dedicated countdowns for specific tasks directly next to your to-do list, you create an external structure that anchors your attention, helps you start tasks (overcoming executive dysfunction), and ensures you take necessary breaks to avoid burnout.
When thoughts feel chaotic, a rigid spreadsheet can be paralyzing. The ADHD Planner utilizes AFFiNE's edgeless canvas to allow for "brain dumping"—getting all your ideas out fast—before organizing them. You can visually group related tasks, color-code priorities, and use toggle lists to hide details you don't need right now. This declutters your visual field, reducing anxiety and helping you focus on the "now" rather than worrying about the "later."
Motivation can fluctuate wildly throughout the day, so your planning system needs to be adaptable. This template supports dopamine-friendly planning by encouraging you to tick off small, quick wins. Whether you need to switch from a Kanban board view to a linear list depending on your mental state, AFFiNE’s flexible blocks adapt to your brain's preferred processing style, making prioritization feel intuitive and rewarding rather than forced.