Unpack Snack: Outsourcing Time Anxiety

Send a textTimers have revolutionized Jess's relationship with time and reduced the constant stress of time blindness that comes with her neurodivergence. Through various timer tools and intentional calendar management, she's created systems that allow her to function better while alleviating the shame that comes with chronic lateness.• Experiencing time blindness as a neurodivergent person means getting deeply absorbed in tasks and losing track of time• Multi-timed hexagonal timer allows for setting different time intervals for various tasks• Visual timers provide clear indicators of remaining time, especially helpful for children• Phone alarms serve as reliable reminders for daily transitions like school pickup• Setting calendar appointments for departure times rather than arrival times ensures adequate travel time• Using buffer time between meetings prevents back-to-back scheduling and allows for decompression• Timers create a "safety net" by outsourcing time management stress to external mechanisms• Alarms facilitate easier task-switching by providing clear signals to transition between activitiesSupport the showWant to support the podcast and help us keep creating content that matters? Here’s how you can get involved: Join the Conversation: We want to hear from you! What resonates with you from this episode? How are you navigating your own journey? Connect with us on Instagram @lotstounpacktherepodcast or send us a message at [email protected]. Subscribe & Stay Connected: If you love what you hear, subscribe and leave us a review! Your support helps us reach more women who need a space like this. Let’s build this community together! 📬 Stay Inspired: Sign up for our Substack, where you’ll get fresh insights delivered straight to your inbox. Whether you choose a free or paid subscription, you’ll be the first to know what’s next: Substack 🎧 Bonus Content: Want exclusive access to behind-the-scenes moments and extra episodes? For as little as $3, you can support the show and enjoy bonus content that’s just for you: Support Us Every bit of support helps us keep bringing real conversations from our hearts to your ears! Thank you for being part of the journey! 🙌