36. F*ck productivity rules with Liv and Martha
Episode summary:
What if the systems that claim to “fix” your productivity actually make things worse?
In this episode, Liv and Martha sit down for a real and raw conversation that’s part ADHD deep-dive, part rebellion against productivity advice that doesn’t work for neurodivergent brains.
Covering body doubling, “strategic spite,” and the process of building trust in your own rhythm, this episode gently pushes back on productivity advice that was never made for neurodivergent business owners.
We’re not here to become better cogs in a capitalist machine. We’re here to build businesses and lives that actually support our brains and bodies.
Whether you’ve tried habit stacking, struggled to make time blocking stick, or need a body double just to do the dishes, this one’s for you.
Here’s what went down:
Why productivity isn’t linear (and never has been)
How executive dysfunction gets in the way and why it’s not your fault.
Strategic spite(™) as a surprisingly effective motivational tool
What body doubling really gives us (spoiler: it’s not just accountability)
Why habit stacking and time blocking often don’t work for neurodivergent folks
What trusting your brain looks like and how to build that trust over time
Redefining consistency, motivation, and success on your own terms
Why your brain and body are not separate and why that matters for getting stuff done
We also mentioned these people/things:
Martha’s HyperFocus Week services
Martha’s Substack: Neurodivergent Feminist
Martha’s LinkedIn and Instagram
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