How to time-block when you have ADHD

I changed my entire life with this one time-blocking hack!

Optimizing my Google Calendar for the way my ADHD brain *actually* works has helped me master my time and revolutionized my productivity!

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[liya_ns]

Thank you for this great video! I give it a try. But.. I confused with the bottleneck and critical... I don't know how to differentiate 🫠
I already read the pinned comment.. But still confused 🥲

[butimanartist]

I just spent three hours trying to pretend I'm an adult and torturing myself through the process of learning different calendar techniques... Girl, you just saved my life. I felt an instant sense of ease just even half way through. So intuitive and natural and applicable. Thank you!

[tjd]

The video is about a technique called "Time Blocking, " where the creator explains a method for managing and organizing tasks using Google Calendar. The technique involves categorizing tasks and events into different tiers of priority and flexibility, which are represented by different colored calendars. The creator suggests five tiers: Appointments, Bottlenecks, Critical, Daily Routine, and Dream Self.

Each tier represents different levels of importance and flexibility:

1. **Appointments**: These are tasks that must be done at specific times and cannot be easily rescheduled. They are represented in bright red and include events like doctor's appointments, meetings, and flights.

2. **Bottlenecks**: These are tasks or events that are critical to other important things in your life, even if they are not tied to a specific time. They are represented in a slightly less intense color and serve as precursors to more significant goals.

3. **Critical**: These tasks are essential to your main priorities or goals. They are represented in a bright color, similar to Bottlenecks. These tasks may be habits or activities critical to your success.

4. **Daily Routine**: These are the tasks you do daily to maintain your routine. They are represented in a regular color, and the creator suggests "graying out" completed tasks as a way of tracking your progress.

5. **Dream Self**: This tier represents tasks that your ideal self would do, even though they are not crucial to your day-to-day operations. They are more flexible and can be deleted if they don't get completed.

The creator also mentions using additional calendars for specific purposes, such as alerts and awareness, capturing quick tasks, and as a catch-all for things that need further processing.

The video appears to provide a detailed breakdown of how to implement this time-blocking technique, using Google Calendar to manage tasks and events based on their priority and flexibility. The goal is to help users create a more organized and structured approach to their time management while accommodating their individual needs and preferences.

[Bananaterricottapie]

"Hello, its a month later" is one of the most validating things I've heard in a while 😂

[katandallthat]

i like how rather than shaming yourself for not getting something done (and putting it in red or something) you just delete it so that you can’t fixate on it. i struggle with going into a self depreciation spiral when i forget or miss things i had to do. i may just have to switch up my calendar to this system, it seems really effective.

[librakels]

"If you treat them like appointments, you'll actually do them..." they say to me, who reschedules all appointments at least 5 times before actually going to them.

[dachshunds]

this is such a lifesaver idea. I have adhd and autism, and i struggle with demand avoidance (/have a high need for autonomy), so setting a full rigid schedule always felt SO stifling to me. Categorizing these by "how much can i 'naaah-skip' this" feels so much more natural. If i get overwhelmed and feel stifled i can turn off calendars starting with lowest priority, and i can turn them on again according to how good of a day im having. It feels so nice to be able to make a schedule, and when i feel trapped just turn off everything but Appointments (and maybe bottlenecks) and be affirmed that "ahhh this technically all free time, im not trapped", while still being very clear on the least-negotiables.

[jayceeharrisii]

I don't think I have ADHD, but my God - this video was so validating and entertaining!!! I created a calendar system similar to this and thought I was crazy. Thank you for putting this out here. It made me feel like I'm normal despite not wanting/being able to do everything on my calendar. Bless your channel

[baitlinkrooks]

I love this ‘doesn’t happen’ delete the block situation 😂✨ if it didn’t happen and doesn’t need to, it’s not the end of the world and no need to feel guilty that it didn’t get done (bc it *doesnt exist*).

TY for this refreshing video!

[isobelledger]

Legit just posted a thread about how there's no 'ADHD friendly' calendar or app that will make me actually do the things. This seems to be the most practical ADHD planning tutorial I've ever watched. This seems to keep it nice and simple and being on the regular Google calendar and not a whole new app is so much easier. I love how your identifying tasks and how it can all be on one calendar but you can toggle them off if you need to. Also, calling it a Hot Girl walk is so much more appealing than just a walk lol love it! Learning to allow myself to be flexible with what i do and when is so difficult but hearing people talking about not managing things and it being ok is validating and takes some weight off. Thanks for the video :D (also I have to say, your channel banner is such a great representation for ADHD I laughed when I saw it)

[MichaelaBelle]

girl straight up, you're a genius lol it is nice to get hacks like this from someone with adhd. ive always felt uncomfy with timeblocking because it felt so restrictive and i want the flexibility to be able to move things around, but this actually seems like something that could work for me 👀 gonna give it a shot!

[Iquey]

Oh yeah I think I already naturally do this. My colors are not based on any rigid type category. It's all vibes. Dark blues, purples, are chill. Green is like, it's healthy, self care.. Yellow is necessary but not urgent, say, groceries and yard work but You're not starving and it might be raining.. Orange and red are DO IT OR ELSE. Pink is like time sensitive, but fun, like say a movie or friends hangout dates.

[defenestrated]

Another tip is to create "hold" blocks, which is when you don't have a specific time block, but you want to keep things open to allow for plans.

[disneyfoote]

The changing completed events color grey is game changer for me honestly! Thanks girl!

[ashlierose]

Came here for the information, stayed for your personality! You're hilarious and your editing style is so complementary. This time-blocking technique is going to be a game-changer for me!

[MrsRepairTech]

This feels very intuitive! When I was in college, I color coded my weekly paper planner for classes into just four highlighters: pink for tests, orange for presentation/project/term paper due dates, yellow for regular assignment due dates (and orange assignment milestones like picking a topic, checking books out at the library before everyone else gets all the good reference materials, etc.), and blue for reading assignments. It helped me be able to glance at my planner and know exactly what I needed to do first.

[harleyandfriends]

This video was so ADHD and I love it 😂 ‘it’s a long time later. And I’m in my kitchen. In a bath robe… 🤷🏼‍♀️’ so relatable!
I’m gonna try this calendar today! It definitely makes sense and hopefully helps me get my life together somewhat

[KaedyC]

Never has a phrase been so relatable as "goblin girl moment'

[benjaminodonnell]

"I'm Danielle btw" - most adorably ADHD thing ever 🤣

[alexandrahill]

This is the most helpful method I've seen time blocking in how you described utilizing your time without getting stressed. I often would place things I think "should" be done (laundry, dishes, etc) in the same category as what really "needs" to be done (work, appointments, etc). The flexibility and grace you give yourself in the way you explained gave me such a sense of relief. I have tried a few color blocking methods from other Youtubers but omg there's no way I can make that work! I also love the idea of greying out the activities done like checking off a box. I know that will only encourage me tocontinue getting things done over time. Thank you so much for making this video!