Executive Functions: Task Initiation

📅 Planning & Scheduling Apps

1. 📌 Todoist (iOS, Android, Desktop)

   • Organize tasks with due dates & reminders
   • Break big tasks into smaller subtasks
   • Integrates with Google Calendar

2. ⏳ Structured (iOS, Android)

   • Visual timeline of your day
   • Helps schedule tasks with time blocking
   • Easy drag-and-drop task organization

3. 📆 Sunsama (iOS, Android, Desktop)

   • Combines daily planning with calendar integration
   • Encourages mindful productivity (not overloading tasks)
   • Helps break down goals into manageable steps

⏱️ Timers & Focus Boosters

4. 🍅 Forest (iOS, Android)

   • Uses the Pomodoro technique (25 min focus, 5 min break)
   • Grow a virtual tree by staying on task
   • Blocks distractions from your phone

5. ⏳ Pomodone (iOS, Android, Desktop)

   • Connects with Todoist, Trello, Notion
   • Tracks how long you work on tasks
   • Uses Pomodoro or custom focus timers

6. 📵 Freedom (iOS, Android, Desktop)

   • Blocks distracting websites & apps
   • Schedule focus sessions in advance
   • Works across multiple devices

🎮 Gamified Task Management

7. 🎮 Habitica (iOS, Android)

   • Turns tasks into an RPG game
   • Earn rewards & level up by completing tasks
   • Social accountability with in-game challenges

8. 🏆 Finch (iOS, Android)

   • Virtual pet that grows as you complete tasks
   • Tracks daily goals & self-care activities
   • Great for people who need gentle motivation

9. 🧩 EpicWin (iOS, Android)

   • Turns to-do lists into a quest-based RPG
   • Earn experience points & unlock achievements
   • Best for fantasy/RPG lovers

📖 Habit & Routine Builders

10. 🧠 Routinery (iOS, Android)

• Helps you start routines automatically
• Uses time-based prompts & habit stacking
• Encourages small, consistent action

11. 🔄 Streaks (iOS, Android)

• Encourages habit-building through streak tracking
• Helps build momentum with daily tasks
• Apple Health integration for fitness-related goals

12. 📊 TimeTune (Android)

• Helps with daily routines & ADHD-friendly time blocking
• Customizable notifications for reminders
• Breaks tasks into visual segments

📌 For ADHD & Executive Dysfunction

13. 🧩 Tiimo (iOS, Android)

• Designed for ADHD & neurodivergent users
• Visual schedules & step-by-step task guides
• Gentle reminders & motivation boosts

14. 🎯 Goblin Tools (iOS, Android, Web)

• "Magic To-Do List" breaks tasks into smaller steps
• AI-powered task simplifier for overwhelm
• Converts vague goals into actionable steps

15. 📆 Remember the Milk (iOS, Android)

• Smart reminders for procrastination-prone tasks
• Lets you set multiple reminders per task
• Integrates with Gmail & Google Calendar

Executive Functions: Response Inhibition

Executive Functions: Metacognition

Executive Functions: Stress Tolerance

Jane Rekas, Master's in Social Work 1992, Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1997.

Therapist in Gladstone, Oregon, Jane Rekas, Therapist | Lifestance