Tired of endless Notion setups that don't stick? The secret isn't about finding the perfect template – it's about using a system you can actually trust. Here's how to create a Notion workspace that works with your ADHD brain, not against it.

The Golden Rule: Trust Your System

The most important question isn't "How complex is your setup?" but rather: "Do you trust it to tell you what you should be working on?"

When you have ADHD or a similar disorder, decision fatigue is real. Your task management system should free you from having to decide what to work on next – because that's precisely when things fall apart.

Stop Tweaking, Start Using

Here's a hard truth: Customizing Notion isn't the same as being productive. While it's tempting to spend hours perfecting your workspace, this common ADHD trap actually prevents real work from getting done.

Instead:

• Use your current setup, however imperfect

• Do your actual work first

• Save template tweaking as a reward

Building Trust: The Three Pillars

1. Make It Accessible

• Keep Notion in your browser's bookmark bar

• Leave it open throughout the day

• Create a habit of checking it regularly

2. Keep It Complete

• Every task goes into Notion – no exceptions

• Set specific times for task entry (morning/night)

• Use reminders until it becomes second nature

3. Maintain It Regularly

• Review all tasks periodically

• Reassess priority levels

• Remove duplicates and unnecessary items

• Clean out tasks that no longer matter

Know Your System Inside Out

Even with a simple template, understand:

• Which tasks will display

• What gets filtered out

• Where new tasks go

• How priorities are set

Getting Started: Your Simple Action Plan

1. Today

   • Put Notion in your bookmark bar

   • Add any tasks floating in your head

   • Set one reminder to check it

2. This Week

   • Review tasks daily

   • Add new items immediately

   • Focus on using, not tweaking

3. Next Week

   • Do your first priority review

   • Remove unnecessary tasks

   • Adjust only what's not working

Remember

Your Notion system should reduce overwhelm, not add to it. If you're spending more time organizing tasks than completing them, it's time to simplify.

Need more? Check out my ADHD-friendly Notion templates.