To-do lists only show what's left. For many people with ADHD, that can make a busy day feel like a failure. A done list flips the view: you write down what you actually did, including the small and unplanned things.
How to try it
- Keep a separate list or note titled "Done today".
- Each time you finish something, add a line. Small things count, like replying to an email or tidying your desk.
- Include unplanned wins, such as helping a friend or dealing with a surprise problem.
- At the end of the day, read it back for a minute before planning tomorrow.
- Once a week, skim the week's lists to spot patterns: what time of day went well, what kinds of tasks flowed.
Why it can help
Seeing your effort written down gives a more accurate picture than memory, which tends to hold on to what went wrong. A record of progress can make it easier to start again the next day. Over time the lists also show you when and how you work best, which helps you plan more realistically. FocusCrew keeps a history of completed sessions and to-dos you can look back on.