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In this episode, I sit down with
Hannah Bookbinder, founder of AcademicAlly, LLC, and creator of the
MyTOAD App—an innovative tool designed to help people manage time, organization, accountability, and focus. With over 25 years of experience supporting neurodivergent individuals, Hannah brings both expertise and empathy to the conversation.
We explore how understanding one’s unique wiring leads to better productivity and a stronger sense of agency. Hannah’s insights reveal how reframing ADHD through curiosity, compassion, and structure can turn what feels like chaos into capability.
Six Discussion Points
- The story behind the MyTOAD App and how it helps users manage time, organization, accountability, and focus.
- Why “Eat That Frog” doesn’t always work for neurodivergent minds—and what to do instead.
- How self-awareness and emotional check-ins can transform productivity habits.
- The role of journaling as both reflection and regulation—tailored to each individual’s comfort level.
- Rethinking ADHD: seeing it as a source of strength rather than a villain to defeat.
- How Hannah’s mission now extends beyond individuals to schools, businesses, and healthcare organizations.
Three Connection Points
This conversation with Hannah reminded me that productivity isn’t about conformity—it’s about compatibility. When we learn to align with our wiring instead of resisting it, we uncover the capacity to work with time instead of against it. Whether you’re neurodivergent or simply human, there’s wisdom here worth dialing into.
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