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Re: Show HN: I built an app to create repeatable checklists to help with ADHD

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Post by Swalden123 »

weinzierl wrote: post #89

The concept looks similar to that of the various "streaks" apps. The idea of these apps is, that you create a repeating task and check it off regularly. If you do, you keep your streak, if you fail, you lose it and have to start again. The idea of just repeating tasks - minus streaks - is something I see for the first time here. I personally find the motivation to extend a streak very useful, but maybe the positive r…

For me the reward of not having to drive 20 minutes home for things I've forgotten is enough ;)

Re: Show HN: I built an app to create repeatable checklists to help with ADHD

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0xdky wrote: post #94

On iOS, I have a repeating reminder. However, reminder notification in iOS is very non-intrusive and very easy to miss or dismiss. I have a shortcut that runs everyday at bedtime and looks for any due reminders in a specific list. If it finds any, it will enable a dedicated alarm (alarm with a specific name, time and sound I have setup but disabled by default). Alarms need more attention and action to dismiss than re…

Interesting idea with the auto creating of an alarm based on a reminder. That solves a different problem for me - settings reminders as alarms that will go off regardless of do not disturb being on.

Re: Show HN: I built an app to create repeatable checklists to help with ADHD

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Post by Swalden123 »

jcpst wrote: post #93

I like the idea of this. I also using organizational tooling to deal with ADHD. The big thing that's missing from this for me is being able to make sub lists. I get it though, there's beauty in the simplicity of what you built. Here's what I'm doing. Org-mode on desktop, and Organice on my mobile. I have Organice sync to dropbox. On the desktop, I have a few tiny rclone scripts that I can call from emacs to sync to d…

I used to use org-mode, loved the flexibility and power of it. Which unfortunately for me was its downfall as well as I spent too much time messing around with it.

For sublists, are you referring to have like a group of Checklists or do you mean an item inside a checklist having sublists?

Re: Show HN: I built an app to create repeatable checklists to help with ADHD

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Post by austincheney »

nokya wrote: post #101
austincheney wrote: post #60

Earlier quoted context omitted.

I never stated my reaction. People are clearly hyper sensitive about a phrase I used. Yes, as a well intended parent, I am looking for guidance to improve a child.

One thing you could try if you haven't yet is share your issue with your son and try negotiating a set of rules that could be okay for both of you. There are two prerequisites. First, you did not mention how old he is but I can only hope he is older than six-seven years. A younger child has close to no chance understanding that you might see the world differently than him. After five years, children's cognitive capab…

Yes, they are years older than 7. No, self awareness has not kicked in yet. Their maturity is years behind, which could be due to the neglect from the prior living situation.

I need to focus more on the guidance you suggest. We do try these communication tools but it’s completely hit or miss if any of it sinks in even with repetition.

Re: Show HN: I built an app to create repeatable checklists to help with ADHD

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Post by Swalden123 »

renewiltord wrote: post #98

Thank you, Spencer. I’ve installed this and am looking forward to trying it. One thing I’ve found is that many other “repeating task” apps just create a copy of the new task each day. If I’m not diligent about it, I get four “Work out” tasks three of which have expired. I’m looking forward to seeing how your app handles this. Looks like it’s just the thing I need to manage my routine. Edit: Hmm, I need the checklist…

So what you need is an option to have checklists that auto uncheck? I'm currently planning on having a settings that is individual to each Checklist you can set that determines this behaviour :)

Re: Show HN: I built an app to create repeatable checklists to help with ADHD

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Post by jonpurdy »

Swalden123 wrote: post #75
jonpurdy wrote: post #68

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Typing one-handed since I have my 4-day-old newborn napping in my arms now as her mom gets some rest. Even before having her, I have found it difficult to find a balance between high level to do lists (missing details), and more detailed checklists (that are harder to manage). Keeping the simple repeatable stuff separate should make it easier to offload that cognition from my brain so I can focus on the stuff I NEED…

A lot of this app was written with one hand while holding a baby :) I never realised how overwhelmed I was by my todo app until I pulled my checklists into this app, I've found it definitely helped. Let me know how you go :)

Quick feedback: this is an interface paradigm that I haven't thought of before (and haven't stumbled upon, if it exists in other apps). Immediately recognized how useful it is and I've already set up a few checklists.

And the UI itself is simple and to the point without any BS (probably because you're independent and don't need to hit OKRs), and matches iOS so it was easy to jump into and get started.

Thanks and please continue development!

Re: Show HN: I built an app to create repeatable checklists to help with ADHD

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Post by Swalden123 »

tomr_stargazer wrote: post #109

I’m excited to try this! First feedback after installing: I don’t think the app integrates properly with iOS “dark mode” theme; I am finding some text entry boxes show a white text on white background, so I can’t effectively use the app yet.

Hi! Thanks for letting me know you are having a problem. I'm unable to replicate any problems with dark mode in some tests I am doing. Can you let me know what device you are using and where the text is?
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