This TikTok-inspired ‘dopamine menu’ has boosted my productivity

The author is hesitant to spend time on TikTok, fearing it will negatively impact their attention span. However, they have Gen Z nieces who share interesting links, including the concept of a "dopamine menu" from Jessica McCabe's YouTube channel, How to ADHD. The idea is to create a list of activities that stimulate dopamine, categorized like a restaurant menu, to promote well-being and productivity. The author has tried various productivity systems, but the dopamine menu approach has been the most effective. By organizing goals and activities into "appetizers," "entrées," "sides," "desserts," and "specials," the author has been able to incorporate them into their daily life. This approach has helped them achieve personal goals, such as daily stretching, and has improved their work life as a researcher for C-suite executives. The author has adapted the menu structure to manage information and communicate better with clients, leading to improved results and a retainer renewal. The dopamine menu technique has produced significant results, improving the author's work and overall well-being. The author believes that this approach has opened up new channels of organizational energy and has been more effective than other productivity systems.