Why do so many productivity apps fail people who need less friction, not more features?
Productivity tools are powerful in these days. But they just assume a level of discipline and consistency that a lot of people don't have every day. At least I don't have... also there are tons of apps out there, I can't follow the amount of recommendations always ending up in the same place I was at start.
For anyone who's scattered, overwhelmed, or dealing with executive dysfunction, the hard part usually isn't organizing tasks — it's catching things before they disappear. Reducing the mental load. Making follow-through feel less like climbing a wall.
How do you handle that, or am I alone thinking it? (Maybe I'm too lazy).
What actually helps you stay on top of scattered information, half-finished follow-ups, receipts, reminders, things you meant to do last Tuesday? What have you tried that just didn't stick, and why?