Focus Timer
A gentle body-double timer. Press start and it does the focusing with you.
Press start. It does it with you.
Pick how long feels possible — when in doubt, choose Just start. Two minutes is enough to beat the “I can't begin” wall, and most people keep going once the timer is running. You are not aiming for perfect or finished. You are only aiming for started.
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Questions
What is a body-double timer?
Body doubling is doing a task alongside someone else so it feels easier to start and keep going. This timer plays that role — a calm presence that starts with you and gently cheers you on.
Is it really free?
Yes — completely free, no sign-up, and it works on your phone or computer.
Why start with just 2 minutes?
For an ADHD brain, starting is the hardest part. A 2-minute start lowers the barrier so far that you usually keep going once you have begun.