Weekly Planner
🛠️ Tools & Resources

Planning Resources & Tools

Free tools, templates, and resources to support your ADHD planning journey. Everything here is designed to make planning easier and more effective.

Free Templates

  • 10-minute Sunday template - Our core planning framework
  • Weekly review checklist - Quick Sunday reflection questions
  • Energy tracking sheet - Monitor your patterns over time
  • Interruption recovery guide - Get back on track when life happens

Digital Tools

  • Todoist - Simple task management with ADHD-friendly features
  • Forest App - Gamified focus timer for short work sessions
  • Habitica - Turn tasks into RPG quests
  • Brain.fm - Focus-enhancing background music

Books & Research

  • "Driven to Distraction" by Hallowell & Ratey - Classic ADHD guide
  • "Taking Charge of ADHD" by Russell Barkley - Executive function research
  • "The ADHD Advantage" - Reframing ADHD as a different way of thinking
  • CHADD resources - Evidence-based ADHD information

Communities

  • Reddit r/ADHD - Large community with practical advice
  • ADHD subreddit communities - Specialized discussions
  • Local ADHD support groups - In-person connections
  • Online forums - Connect with others who understand

Professional Support

  • ADHD coaching - Structured support for skill-building
  • Therapy directories - Find ADHD-informed therapists
  • Assessment services - Professional ADHD evaluation
  • Workplace accommodations - Legal rights and support

Apps & Technology

  • Freedom/StayFocusd - Website blockers for deep work
  • RescueTime - Track and analyze your digital habits
  • Google Calendar - Simple scheduling with reminders
  • Notion - Flexible planning and note-taking

Getting Started

Don't try to use everything at once. Start with one or two tools that feel manageable:

  1. Pick your planning method - Try our template or find what works for you
  2. Choose one tracking tool - Start simple, don't overwhelm yourself
  3. Build gradually - Add new tools only when current ones become habits
  4. Join a community - Connect with others for support and ideas

Contribute Your Favorites

Know of a great ADHD planning resource we missed? Let us know and we'll consider adding it to help others.

These recommendations are based on community feedback and research. Individual results vary. Not medical advice.