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Notion

All-in-one workspace that adapts to your brain

What It Helps With

Helps you organize scattered thoughts, projects, and notes in one flexible workspace without forcing rigid structures.

Why It Helps ADHD Brains

Notion's flexibility means you can start simple and add structure only when you need it. Unlike rigid project management tools, it doesn't force you into workflows that don't fit your brain. The visual organization helps reduce overwhelm by letting you see everything in one place.

Best For

  • People who need structure but hate rigid templates
  • Visual thinkers who like to see everything at once
  • Those who want one tool instead of many

Not For

  • People overwhelmed by too many options
  • Those who need immediate setup (high friction)
  • Anyone who gets distracted by customization

Friction & Complexity

Setup Friction:medium
Complexity:medium

Key Strengths

  • Highly customizable
  • Visual organization
  • All-in-one solution
  • Free tier available

Tradeoffs

  • Can be overwhelming to set up
  • Learning curve
  • May lead to over-customization

Minimum Viable Setup

  1. 1

    Sign up for free account

    Use email or Google account

  2. 2

    Create your first page

    Start with a blank page, not a template

  3. 3

    Add one thing

    Just one project or list to start

  4. 4

    Use it for one week

    Don't customize yet, just use it

Pricing

Freemium

Free for personal use, paid plans start at $8/month

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