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I am a neurodivergent writer. I cope with ADHD, Autism, Audio Processing Disorder, as well as other learning disabilities and mental health issues. To say that I have issues with executive function is an understatement! I was put onto FocusMate by a member of one of my Facebook writing groups, and knowing my issues, decided to give it a try. When I tell you I got more done with my writing in one fifty minute sessions than I had in weeks on my own, it's not an overexaggeration! The nifty thing about people, especially those who are neurodivergent, is that the motivation to begin and focus on a task to completetion is not influenced by the reward at the end, i.e. a sense of accomplishment, a cleaner living space, a finished art project, etc. The lower levels of baseline dopamine and serotonin make getting started or staying focused impossible. However, when someone having executive function issues body doubles with another individual, it flips a switch telling that someone, "Oh, yeah, I should do the thing cause doing the thing will make things easier, safer, cleaner, etc." Whereas most neurotypical people really don't have this issue consistently enough to justify routine body doubling, for most neurodivergent people, it's necessary or nothing gets done. This is where FocusMate comes in. FocusMate is a platform that allows users to body double virtually with other people around the world, whether someone new or a favorite user one has interacted with in past sessions. Both people engaging in the session keep each other accountable by talking about what they want to accomplish during that session either verbally or in chat. And by the end of it, check in to see how much got accomplished. Many users either complete the tasks they set for the session, or more. Body doubling is a technique that hundreds of thousands of neurodivergent people use everyday to be able to accomplish tasks, there is peer reviewed research proving the science behind how it works and why. FocusMate makes it accessible for EVERYONE! And when it's cheaper than a single large custom caffeinated beverage at your local café for a monthly subscription for unlimited sessions, it would literally be a waste of time, money, and energy to NOT invest in this platform. Cause you're not just giving money to a company that doesn't deliver on promises. You're investing in a science backed technique and task accomplishment system that helps you invest in yourself. The only thing you have to lose by using FocusMate is time, energy, opportunity, and money from not completing tasks. And you have ALL of that to gain, and more. Do yourself a favor and try FocusMate. I promise you won't regret it!

Just finished my 100th session on Focusmate. I am familiar with a lot of productivity apps on the market - dare to say at certain point I had used all of them that's available. Focusmate is something else. Its simple, focused. It doesn't have fancy social setup, and concentrate on one particular thing - help people focus (by having a temporary accountability buddy). I am a little bit annoyed that they up the monthly subscription fee from $5 to $10 (as I had cancelled the subscription for a while - to my knowledge if you were subscribed the whole time they don't change the amount, kudo to that), but I understand they need to survive. Keep it up, Focusmate!

I don't know how it works but it just works! Body doubling put to use. Their free plan is generous and I love meeting people from all around the world just trying to get their stuff done like I am.

Just wanted to say how much I love your product. It's a game-changer for me. Nothing else—no app, website, or productivity method (e.g. pomodoro)—has helped me focus and get stuff done like this. Seriously, it makes a huge difference in my day. Thank you for this. Good luck team focusmate, please stick around!

Focusmate has been my number one platform for productivity for over 4 years. It was the sole reason for me to form a routine during the lock-down and helped me fight my ADHD/procrastination habits in an extremely effective way. The community is superbly positive and the people working behind-the-scenes for the platform are just brilliant. They've even created a useful scholarship program to support some qualifying people, which means that they genuinely care about the members! It's a gem of a society/website/community/platform/tool. Thank you Focusmate for being awesome

I absolutely love using focusmate. It has transformed remote work for me. Highly recommend!

i have been using focusmate on and off for a couple of years now and find it a great help when i really need to...well....focus. the interface is easy to use, the new Google calendar sync is a great addition and I've not had a bad experience. the amount you can get done on a free subscription is testament to how the company seem to actually want to do good and not just cream in the cash. would 100% recommend giving it a try if you need some help with distractions and procrastination.

I love love love Focusmate! This platform has been a game-changer for my productivity and focus. As someone who often struggles with procrastination and staying on task, Focusmate has provided the perfect solution. The concept is simple yet incredibly effective – pairing up with an accountability partner for a virtual co-working session. The community is fantastic, filled with like-minded individuals who are just as dedicated to achieving their goals. I've had plenty of good chats and book recommendations already, and it just feels inspiring to be part of a larger whole. Focusmate has not only improved my work habits but also introduced me to a supportive and motivating community. If you're looking to boost your productivity and connect with others on a similar journey, I can't recommend Focusmate enough. Give it a try – you won't regret it!