ADHD &... The Magic of Body Doubling

Discover how body doubling—having another person present while you work—can transform your productivity and help you tackle tasks that feel impossible alone. In this episode, Jorie Houlihan explores the science behind why body doubling works for ADHD brains, shares practical ways to incorporate it into your daily life, and provides tips for finding your perfect body doubling match.WHAT YOU'LL LEARNWhat body doubling actually is and why it's not a character flaw or dependencyThe neuroscience behind body doubling for ADHD brains and how it activates different neural pathwaysHow body doubling creates external structure when ADHD brains struggle with task initiation and sustained attentionVirtual body doubling options: Focusmate, online coworking sessions, and virtual accountability partnershipsIn-person body doubling strategies: parallel productivity sessions, silent work clubs, and buddy systemsCreative alternatives: YouTube study videos, ambient sound apps, and coffee shop work environmentsHow to identify your personal body doubling preferences and what works best for your unique brainFinding your ideal body doubling partner: characteristics, communication tips, and compatibility factorsTask-specific body doubling: which types of work benefit most (boring tasks, creative work, avoidance tasks)Flexibility and adaptability: how body doubling needs shift with energy levels, hormones, stress, and life circumstancesCommunication strategies to maximize your body doubling sessionsSetting clear session parameters for success🌟 Don’t Miss ThisIf this episode spoke to you, make sure to:✅ Follow and review the podcast so more ADHD women can discover it✅ Share this episode with a friend who could benefit from body doubling strategiesI’m a life coach, not a medical or mental health professional—this content is for education only, not a substitute for professional care.RESOURCES & TOOLS MENTIONEDFocusmate - Virtual coworking platform for accountability partnerships (Jorie's favorite) - Use this link to get 30 days of FocusMate Plus for free!Jorie's Substack Newsletter - Free weekly tips and resources joriehoulihan.com - Visit for more resources and supportTheme music: Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand#ADHDWomen #ADHDLife #NeurodivergentWomen #ADHDPodcast

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