Body doubling is when you work in the presence of someone else, either in person or online, to make it easier to start tasks, stay focused, and follow through.
Simply having someone there creates a gentle sense of accountability that helps you beat procrastination and stay on track.
Why it works
Working alongside others:
Creates a shared expectation of focus
Reduces distractions and mental noise
Makes starting tasks feel less overwhelming
Builds consistency over time
Who it helps
Body doubling is helpful for anyone who wants more accountability, especially if you:
Struggle to get started or keep going
Feel isolated working alone
Have big tasks or projects that need regular effort
Try body doubling with FLOWN
FLOWN makes body doubling simple:
Join a Focus Session to work alongside others with guidance
Pop into the Drop-In to start focusing right away
Host your own session in Focus Room, or join community sessions for extra accountability
Good to know
You do not need to work on the same thing as anyone else. The benefit comes from sharing the time and space with others.
You can read more on the benefits of body doubling on the FLOWN blog.