I'm Busy Being Awesome Episode 296: How To Better Use Reminders & Notifications with ADHD
Mar 31, 2025
Discover why your brain might start ignoring notifications and learn practical fixes to boost your focus. Explore how to reset your reminder system for better clarity and prioritize what's important. Dive into strategies that help create supportive notifications without overwhelming you. Plus, find out why monthly check-ins are crucial for refining your reminder systems and managing ADHD more effectively. Engage with resources that can transform your ADHD routine!
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Host And Clients Ignore Reminders
- Paula Engebretson says she has repeatedly set reminders that failed to prompt action.
- She noticed the same pattern showing up on recent coaching calls with clients.
Notification Overload Blurs Importance
- Too many alerts make everything blend together and feel unimportant.
- Paula Engebretson explains our brains filter out signals when many apps compete for attention.
Notifications Create Micro-Decisions
- Every notification forces a tiny micro-decision that taxes executive energy.
- Paula Engebretson notes dozens of these small choices wreck focus across a day.