Author: Liam T. Donovan

What are nootropics? Nootropics, sometimes called “smart drugs” or cognitive enhancers, are substances that may improve mental functions such as memory, focus, alertness, or motivation. Some are prescription medications (for example modafinil or methylphenidate), while others are over the counter compounds, herbs, or dietary supplements. Are nootropics safe? Safety depends on the specific compound, the…

At Greendoor, we make sense of nootropics without hype, misinformation, or false promises. We explore the science, ethics, and everyday realities of cognitive enhancement in a world where mental performance is often treated as a requirement for success. Whether you are curious, cautious, or already experimenting, we aim to give you the tools to think…

At Greendoor, we do not provide psychiatric services, and we do not claim to. We recognize, however, that many people exploring nootropics are navigating complex mental health experiences, including ADHD, anxiety, burnout, and brain fog. Our goal is to support informed and responsible self experimentation and to encourage conversations between users, clinicians, and the broader…

Recovery is not always about returning to who you were. It can also mean learning to function better than before. People emerging from burnout, chronic fatigue, stress related decline, or medication withdrawal often experience meaningful cognitive changes. Cognitive recovery is real, and it deserves attention. At Greendoor, we explore how nootropics and cognitive strategies can…

Greendoor does not place people in jobs, but we do help individuals function more effectively within the work they already do. Whether you are returning to work after burnout, managing executive dysfunction, or trying to stay sharp in a high pressure environment, we offer support for the mental side of performance. This is cognitive support,…

At Greendoor, we talk about nootropics, brain health, and mental performance, but none of these exist in isolation. Cognitive optimization is not possible when basic needs are unmet. Housing is not only a social issue. It is also a cognitive issue. People experiencing housing insecurity or chronic homelessness often endure elevated stress, disrupted sleep, poor…

At Greendoor, we approach health and wellness through the lens of cognitive integrity, self-awareness, and informed experimentation. Nootropics are just one part of a much larger picture, because your mental performance is influenced by sleep, nutrition, stress, lifestyle, and even your beliefs about what is possible. We do not see health as a binary. It…