Podcasts about Executive functions

This week, we're revisiting a topic & conversion that I've been thinking about a lot lately. I had the opportunity to speak to the public at our local library about Executive Function skills for four different age groups, ranging from early elementary students to adults. In all four groups, we talked a lot about the importance of self-regulation and coping skills to get through challenging times. As we learned from Megan McClelland in the last episode, our ability to persist through challenges is hugely important, even as early as age four. This episode brings our attention specifically to our upper high school students, college students, and young adults. The challenges that teens and young adults face during those years bring all kinds of emotional and logistical hurdles, and having a set of reliable coping tools can make a huge difference in how successful and grounded young people feel during that time.To explore this further, I spoke with Dr. Jackie Wolfman, a therapist based in the Boston area. She teaches her clients coping strategies through DBT—or dialectical behavior therapy. If you're familiar with CBT, or cognitive behavior therapy, DBT is a related approach that also focuses on how our thoughts and behaviors interact. CBT helps people notice and challenge unhelpful thought patterns, while DBT adds tools specifically for managing intense emotions and building practical coping skills. The tools and strategies Jackie shares from DBT are for everyone, regardless of age or mental health needs, so I know that this episode will truly be useful to anyone. I even use these strategies myself!Thank you for listening! Here are the show notes from today's episode: Learn More About Dr. Jackie Wolfman and DBThttps://villagepsych.com/DBT® Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets, Second Edition, by Marsha Linehanhttps://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Handouts-and-Worksheets/Marsha-Linehan/9781572307810Dialectical Behavior Therapyhttps://dialecticalbehaviortherapy.com/What Is Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Adolescents - A helpful YouTube videohttps://youtu.be/Stz--d17ID4Other Resources MentionedAnd Then They Stopped Talking to Me: Making Sense of Middle School by Judith Warnerhttps://www.amazon.com/Then-They-Stopped-Talking-Me/dp/1101905883Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkemanhttps://www.oliverburkeman.com/meditationsformortalsLearn More About Our MAP Programhttps://map.worksmartcoaching.comLearn More About 1:1 Coachinghttps://www.beyondbooksmart.com/how-it-worksGet in Touchpodcast@beyondbooksmart.comInstagram/Facebook/Tiktok: @beyondbooksmartcoachingwww.beyondbooksmart.com

In this episode of Authentically ADHD, host Carmen explores the neuroscience behind ADHD and executive functions—those critical mental processes essential for managing daily life tasks. Executive functions are described humorously as the "backstage crew" of the brain, responsible for working memory, planning, emotional regulation, inhibition, time management, and flexibility, largely governed by the prefrontal cortex.Carmen explains that in ADHD brains, this control center operates differently—not broken, just wired uniquely. Scientific research highlights reduced activity and delayed maturation in the ADHD brain's prefrontal cortex, impacting motivation, memory, and time perception. She emphasizes this difference isn't laziness but a genuine neurological divergence.Common struggles for ADHDers include task initiation, emotional dysregulation, impulsivity, organization, and follow-through. Each challenge is backed by neuroscience, explaining phenomena like "neurological inertia" preventing task initiation and hyper-reactive emotional responses due to amygdala sensitivity.The episode provides seven ADHD-friendly coping strategies:* Break tasks into smaller pieces for manageable wins.* Use visual timers to combat time blindness.* Externalize your brain with organizational tools.* Create dopamine routines by pairing boring tasks with rewards.* Incorporate physical activity to boost dopamine and executive function.* Try body doubling to enhance accountability and focus.* Practice self-compassion to counteract shame and enhance motivation.Carmen concludes with a supportive message: ADHD isn't a defect, but a different brain wiring deserving of understanding, compassion, and tailored strategies.Linktree:https://linktr.ee/carmen_iraceJoin Focused: https://ihaveadhdllc.ontralink.com/t?orid=29951&opid=1Show Notes: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGkcF-oJ0c/QlnFe1TUeai81KEgL_O7Lw/view?utm_content=DAGkcF-oJ0c&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h5d32038d67 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit carmenauthenticallyadhd.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland and Ryan break down how different groups exploit the power of AI, emphasizing the contrast between 'one-shot answer' users and those who have interactive conversations with the technology. Drawing insights from thought leaders like Sam Altman and Stanford professors, they discuss the effectiveness of AI when used interactively, exploring how generational and economic divides influence AI utilization. This episode is essential for anyone wanting to maximize their productivity, learning, and business potential through advanced AI practices. Highlights: "The way you use AI says more about your future than your resume." "Delegate and prioritize high-value time versus lower-value time." "Most younger users expect a multi-step interaction with AI." "Wealthy people value their time more and are comfortable delegating to AI." Timestamps:00:00 Introduction: Maximizing AI Effectiveness01:57 The Role of Executive Function in AI Utilization06:06 Statistics on AI Usage Across Generations10:08 Delegation and Time Management with AI18:07 Valuing Time: A Key to Success22:36 The Value of Delegation and Outsourcing24:08 Using AI to Save Time and Effort27:25 Prompt Chaining and Expert Consultation32:37 Ensuring AI Accuracy and Context39:12 AI as a Business Partner40:55 Engaging with AI for Personal Growth41:29 ConclusionCONNECT • Ask Roland a question HERE.RESOURCES:• 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREETo learn more about Roland Frasier

In this podcast, Alexandra Kalkantzi & Lize Kleeren discuss their paper 'Daily-life executive functions and bimanual performance in children with unilateral cerebral palsy'.   The paper is available here: https://doi.org/10.1111/dmcn.16297   Follow DMCN on Podbean for more: https://dmcn.podbean.com/ ___ Watch DMCN Podcasts on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2ONCYiC __ DMCN Journal: Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology (DMCN) has defined the field of paediatric neurology and childhood-onset neurodisability for over 60 years. DMCN disseminates the latest clinical research results globally to enhance the care and improve the lives of disabled children and their families. DMCN Journal - https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/14698749 ___ Find us on Twitter! @mackeithpress - https://twitter.com/mackeithpress

On today's episode of the podcast, we dive deep into the power of adventure—not the mountain-climbing kind, but the small, everyday moments that shape our children into confident, resilient learners. As homeschooling parents, especially with neurodivergent kiddos, it's easy to get caught up in structure and routine. Remember that adventure is everywhere: in our backyards, kitchens, and local parks. Key Takeaways: Adventure Builds Resilience & Confidence: Trying new things (even small ones!) helps kids learn to fail, adjust, try again, and discover real-world bravery. Stronger Social & Emotional Bonds: Shared adventures—big or small—create lasting memories and connections, especially important for neurodivergent kids who might find peer relationships challenging. Academic & Life Skills in Action: Everyday adventures offer hands-on opportunities for kids to practice executive function skills like planning, flexibility, and problem-solving, making learning “sticky” and relevant. Adventure doesn't have to be expensive or elaborate. What matters most is showing up for your kids, following their interests, and saying “yes” to making memories—whether you build a pillow fort, try a new food, or plan a mystery dinner together. Ready for More? Don't forget to grab your free download: 100 Simple Adventures for Your Homeschool  Join our June Family Connection Challenge in The Lab! Everyone's invited—members and non-members alike—and there are prizes and loads of fun planned. Adventure is all around—let's make it a part of our everyday!   Keep an eye out for new courses and coaching programs, perfect for your family. Stay tuned for more information by joining our newsletter if you haven't already—it's the best way to ensure you're up-to-date with the latest resources and support.   Get the Book For a deeper dive into these transformative concepts, don't forget to grab my new book, The Homeschool Advantage, where you can explore chapter six and beyond. It's a fantastic resource filled with actionable advice for homeschool educators.   Links and Resources from Today's Episode Our sponsor for today's episode is CTC Math The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners Audiobook Raising Lifelong Learners Membership Community – The Learners Lab Raising Resilient Sons by Colleen Kessler, M.Ed. The Anxiety Toolkit Why Play Matters | Unleashing Lifelong Learning Through Play Embracing Play for Teens | Growth and Resilience Benefits of Keeping It Playful With Teens How a Return to Outside Play Will Help Our Kids Thrive with Ginny Yurich Play-Based Learning In Your Homeschool: It's More Than Just Board Games The Importance Of Play For Your Entire Family Enjoy Your Kids: Play, Live, & Love Intentionally Fabulous Outdoor Play Spaces Connect with Colleen You can find Colleen on  Twitter @ColleenKessler,  Facebook @RaisingLifelongLearners,  Instagram @ColleenKessler

Lawyer and certified ADHD coach Annie Little returns to talk with Sarah about executive function, ADHD in the legal profession, and why so many lawyers struggle with time, organization, and burnout. They break down how ADHD brains actually work, what interest-based motivation means, and how understanding your brain can help you build a career that works for you—not against you. Whether you're diagnosed, undiagnosed, or just curious, this conversation offers practical insight and validation for lawyers navigating ADHD at any stage.See show notes at formerlawyer.com/267

Not all kids learn the same way, but many parents are left feeling confused, guilty, or overwhelmed when their child struggles in school. What if the real issue isn't behavior or motivation but something deeper? In this episode, I sit down with Rich Frieder, owner of LearningRx, a brain training center that helps kids and adults improve the cognitive skills that impact how they learn, read, and process information. Rich shares his personal story of navigating his own daughter's learning challenges, why standard interventions like IEPs or tutoring often miss the mark, and how cognitive training gets to the root cause of why a child might be struggling. We talk about the emotional toll on families, the difference between accommodating vs. addressing the issue, and how to build resilience in kids without mowing down every obstacle. Tune in for a powerful conversation about hope, strategy, and why you don't have to choose between supporting your child and raising them to be capable. To find out more about Rich, check out her links:  Facebook LinkedIn Website VIPs (Very Important Parents) Schedule a Free Coaching Call Now! The C.A.L.M. Family Planner  Essential Minute | Thinker 

Join us for an exciting new episode featuring Kimberly Day, an occupational therapist who owns Sunny Day Therapy! Kim discusses her passion for teaching about executive function through her program, Kid Power, which integrates her knowledge of physical exercises, reflexes, sensory health, and mental health. Listen as she discusses her doctoral work and follow her social media, https://linktr.ee/sunnydaytherapy, to learn about her products, services, and Story Power OT programs to enhance executive function and holistic strength.

Today's episode is one I'm especially excited to share with you. Whether you're an Executive Function expert or you're just starting out learning about these essential life skills, you'll want to listen because we have not one but *two* Executive Function leaders featured.First up, I'm so happy to have been joined once again by the OG of Executive Function awareness, Ellen Galinsky, who sat down with me on Focus Forward in March of 2024 when her book, The Breakthrough Years, came out. Ellen is the President of the Families and Work Institute and the elected President of the Work and Family Researchers Network (WFRN). She also serves as senior research advisor to AASA, the School Superintendent Organization. Previously, she was the Chief Science Officer at the Bezos Family Foundation and faculty at Bank Street College. Her research has focused on the impact of work-life on families, child and adolescent development, youth voice, child-care, parent-professional relationship, and parental development. Ellen's work has contributed deeply to how we understand children's learning and development - and how we, as adults, can nurture it. Our second Executive Function leader is Dr. Megan McClelland, an internationally recognized expert on school readiness and self-regulation in very young children. She is the Katherine E. Smith Professor of Human Development and Family Sciences at Oregon State University, where she also directs the Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families. Megan's research focuses on optimizing children's development, especially as it relates to children's self-regulation, early learning, and school success. Her recent work has examined links between self-regulation and long-term outcomes from early childhood to adulthood and intervention efforts to improve these skills in young children. She is currently involved with multiple national and international projects to develop measures of self-regulation and improve school success in young children. Megan is also the co-author of Stop, Think, Act, a book all about how we as educators and parents can help our kids strengthen their EF skills through play.Today, you'll hear us talk about why executive function skills matter and how we can help kids strengthen them through everyday activities - Megan and Ellen help parents and educators see that we learn when we play! Whether you're a parent, educator, or just someone who cares about kids' success in the long run, this episode is full of insights you won't want to miss.I hope you enjoy listening! Here are the show notes from the episode: Learn More About Ellen GalinskyEllen Galinsky's Websitewww.ellengalinsky.comThe Breakthrough Yearshttps://ellengalinsky.com/the-breakthrough-years/Mind in the Makinghttps://www.mindinthemaking.org/Families and Work Institutehttps://www.familiesandwork.org/Learn More About Megan McClelland, PhD.https://health.oregonstate.edu/directory/megan-mcclellandStop, Think, Act by Megan McClelland and Shauna Tomineyhttps://www.amazon.com/Stop-Think-Act-Integrating-Self-Regulation/dp/0415745233Executive Function ResourcesVroomwww.vroom.orgInstitute for Education Sciences: "Preparing Young Children for School" - A research-based guide with specific tips and activities for educators.https://ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/practiceguide/30Focus Forward Ep 23: Parenting for Success: How to Nurture Executive Function Development in Early Childhoodhttps://www.beyondbooksmart.com/podcast?wchannelid=y1lzulxlcs&wmediaid=rgbq6nrrvfFocus Forward Ep 26: Navigating Stress, Parenting, and the Brain: A Conversation with Dr. Alison Royhttps://www.beyondbooksmart.com/podcast?wchannelid=y1lzulxlcs&wmediaid=oygnbqkqqq

If you've noticed subtle changes in your memory or seen them in someone you love, this episode is a must-listen.I'm breaking down the earliest signs of Alzheimer's, what's normal, what's not—and the powerful things you can do today to protect your brain health long before symptoms become severe.

In this episode of the Executive Function Braintrainer Podcast, hosts Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren dive into the essential topic of conscious awareness and its impact on executive functions. They discuss various perspectives on conscious awareness, including neuroscience, philosophy, and psychology, highlighting the startling fact that 95-99% of our daily behaviors and thoughts are subconscious. The conversation covers the importance of increasing consciousness to take control of one's life, the tools to shift from reactivity to conscious regulation such as breathwork and visualization, and how therapies and coaching contribute to cognitive flexibility. The hosts also explore the balance between autopilot and intentional decision-making, providing listeners with insights and strategies to optimize their executive functions.Links7 Breaths to a New Life: https://spiritualsciencesociety.teachable.com/p/seven-breaths-to-a-new-life SPI: https://goodsensorylearning.com/search?type=product&q=SPI+Assessment YPPI: https://goodsensorylearning.com/search?type=product&q=YPPI Exploring the 12 ways of processing:https://goodsensorylearning.com/pages/episode-41https://goodsensorylearning.com/pages/episode-42-exploring-sequential-simultaneous-reflective-logical-and-verbal-ways-of-processing https://goodsensorylearning.com/pages/episode-43-exploring-interactive-indirect-experience-direct-experience-rhythmic-melodic-ways-of-processing The Right Brain Time Manager: https://amzn.to/4hMsDfz Executive Function: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioning Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠⁠Inhibitory Control:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Visualization:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ivvi.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learningspecialistcourses.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dropintoyourbestself.com/⁠⁠www.learningtolearn.biz

There's a moment—maybe you've lived it—when the email goes unanswered, the dishwasher remains unloaded, the phone rings but your hand doesn't move. You're not tired. You're not lazy. You're just… stuck.We call it overwhelm. But what if that word is too small? What if what you're feeling is your brain's way of saying, This system is not working for me?In this episode of our Duos series, we bring together two people who have spent their careers listening to the quiet, misunderstood signals of ADHD: Dr. Tamara Rosier, author of Your Brain's Not Broken and You, Me, and Our ADHD Family, and Brooke Schnittman, author of Activate Your ADHD Potential.Tamara talks about emotional flooding—those tidal waves of feeling that hit before a single task is done. Brooke explains how to pause just long enough to choose a different direction. Together, they unpack why ADHD-related overwhelm isn't a sign of failure, but a clue. A trailhead. A door.Because maybe, just maybe, the problem isn't that your brain is broken. Maybe it's that the world was built for a different kind of mind. Maybe the first step isn't pushing through. It's listening.

Managing ADHD can feel overwhelming, but what if there was a natural supplement that could support focus, emotional balance, and executive function—without the harsh side effects of medication? In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay dives deep into Zembrin, a clinically studied, plant-based supplement with promising benefits for ADHD. She breaks down the science behind how it works, its impact on cognitive flexibility, executive function, and stress management, and why it's a game-changer for so many families. Dana Kay, a leading ADHD health practitioner, shares her personal journey of searching for natural solutions after her son's struggle with medication side effects. She explains how Zembrin, along with gut health support and strategic nutrition, can make a dramatic difference in ADHD symptoms. Tune in to learn how to incorporate this powerful supplement into your child's routine and get actionable tips to help them thrive naturally.  Links Mentioned in the Show:  Join me at my upcoming Live Masterclass on How to Reduce ADHD Symptoms Naturally - https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/live  Functional Lab Testing Video -  https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/lab-testing-for-adhd1  Zembrin Cheat Sheet - https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/supplement-for-adhd-zembrin  My Favorite Place to Buy Supplements - http://adhdthriveinstitute.com/supplements  My Favorite Zembrin Supplement  https://shop.adhdthriveinstitute.com/pro-essentials.html  Links to Previous Episodes in this Supplements for ADHD Series: Magnesium -  https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-93/  Saffron - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-136/  GABA - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-137/  L-Theanine - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-142/  Bio Essentials - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-144/  Omegas - ​​ https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-146/  Iron - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-148/  Zinc - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-152/  Vitamin D - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-150/  Key Takeaways: [1:28] Introduction: The Search for a Natural ADHD Solution [3:47] Why Medication Wasn't the Answer for My Son [5:53] What Is Zembrin? A Breakdown of Its Benefits [6:02] The Power of Supplements in ADHD Management [7:28] How Zembrin Supports Cognitive Flexibility [8:25] Zembrin's Role in Executive Function and Focus [8:38] Probiotics, Gut Health, and ADHD—Why It Matters [9:50] How Zembrin Helps with Stress and Emotional Regulation [12:41] Pro Essentials: Combining Zembrin, Probiotics, and Saffron [27:33] Final Thoughts and Next Steps for Parents Memorable Moments: "If I told you there is a natural supplement that could sharpen focus, balance emotions, and boost executive function, all without the nasty side effects of medication, would you believe me?" "I was absolutely desperate for that magic pill. I'm not going to sugarcoat it—I wanted something that was going to fix our home." "You can't supplement your way out of a poor diet, but supplementation, especially when paired with other natural strategies, can help kiddos with ADHD thrive." "Zembrin is a powerful plant extract from a South African succulent that's been clinically studied, patented, and tested for cognitive support and stress reduction." "Studies show that Zembrin significantly improved cognitive flexibility—helping kids shift between tasks, adapt to new situations, and focus more easily." "Imagine your child actually remembering to pack their school bag without reminding them five times or starting their homework without a meltdown—that's executive function." "Zembrin has been shown to reduce stress and improve mood in clinical studies, helping kids who become easily overwhelmed or struggle with emotional regulation." "Most probiotics don't survive digestion, but Pro Essentials does—it actually reseeds the gut, strengthening the gut-brain connection for better ADHD symptom management." "Some parents are seeing equal efficacy to prescription ADHD medications with Pro Essentials, which combines Zembrin, spore-forming probiotics, and saffron extract." "The more this podcast gets shared and the more reviews we get, the more we spread the word to families that there are natural alternatives out there." Dana Kay Resources:

Uncover the critical intersection of executive function and educational success. This enlightening discussion reveals why some of the smartest kids face unexpected challenges in school and how understanding these hidden barriers can transform their academic journey. Tune in for unique insights and expert strategies to support your child's learning process.What to expect in this episode:Understanding the impact of executive function challenges on school successThe importance of emotional regulation and frustration tolerance in academic environmentsStrategies for identifying and addressing specific executive function issuesThe role of parental involvement in managing and accommodating executive function challengesInsights into how ADHD medications affect executive function and school performance Related Links:Executive Function Skills: What Every Parent Needs to Know:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-006-executive-function-skills-what-every-parent/id1565976964?i=1000533050665Motivation Myths and the Magic of P.I.N.C.H.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-126-motivation-myths-and-the-magic-of-p-i-n-c-h/id1565976964?i=1000626897834The Surprising Challenges of a Strengths-Based Approachhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-156-the-surprising-challenges-of-a/id1565976964?i=1000651261848When Kids Are Not Living up to Their Potentialhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-174-when-kids-are-not-living-up-to-their-potential/id1565976964?i=1000664554706Can You Actually Improve Your Child's Executive Function? by Susan Bauerfeldhttps://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/can-you-actually-improve-your-childs-executive-function/ Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/gift.Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparentsSponsors"Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD InterventionDo you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com

On episode 266, Emily Kircher-Morris discusses the critical role of executive functioning in education with Mitch Weathers, author of Executive Functions for Every Classroom. They explore how these skills are essential for student success, and discuss incorporating them into teaching practices, rather than treating them as an afterthought. The conversation also covers the importance of clarity, modeling, and routine in teaching these skills, and the challenges posed by the digital era. TAKEAWAYS Executive functioning is a core part of learning. Teaching executive functioning skills should be explicit and integrated into the curriculum. Clarity, modeling, and routine are essential for teaching these skills. Students need daily practice to develop executive functioning skills. The digital age may hinder the development of these skills. Organization is a transformative skill that grounds students. Self-assessment empowers students to reflect on their learning. Teachers struggling with executive dysfunction can impact their students' learning. Accountability involves collaboration between teachers, students, and families. Neurodivergent students benefit from tailored strategies and workarounds. Register here for a free one-hour continuing education webinar entitled The Cost of Camouflage: Exploring Masking and Burnout in Neurodivergent Clients. It's a free service of the Neurodiversity University! Mitch Weathers is an educator, author, and expert in executive functioning. He is the founder and creator of Organized Binder, an evidence-based, MTSS Tier 1 universal solution designed to help students develop essential executive functioning skills such as goal setting, time management, reflective learning, and organization. His book, Executive Functions for Every Classroom, became a #1 bestseller, highlighting his structured approach to fostering academic success through clear expectations and routines. Mitch's work emphasizes the importance of hands-on, analog strategies to build resilience and independence in students, ensuring they develop the foundational skills needed to thrive in an increasingly digital world. BACKGROUND READING LinkedIn, Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram The Neurodiversity Podcast is on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, and you're invited to join our Facebook Group. For more information go to www.NeurodiversityPodcast.com.

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In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran tackle the critical yet paradoxical topic of learning to say no in the context of executive functions. They discuss how saying no can actually help in achieving goals by enhancing working memory, inhibitory control, and cognitive flexibility. Through engaging analogies, personal stories, and practical advice, they explore the balance between saying yes and no, and how this dynamic interplay is essential for effective self-management, focus, and adaptability. Sponsored by ivvi and Good Sensory Learning, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to improve their cognitive skills and executive functioning.Executive Function: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioning Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠⁠Inhibitory Control:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Visualization:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ivvi.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learningspecialistcourses.com⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dropintoyourbestself.com/www.learningtolearn.biz

An episode that turns the hands of time. Here's what's in store for today's episode: * On today's episode of The Autistic Culture Podcast, Matt and Angela take a deep dive into executive functioning and how it shifts over time as we age.* Our hosts explore the evolving demands on executive functioning, from managing basic hygiene and meals to handling responsibilities like paying rent, bills, driving, and working as we grow older.* We discuss how advancements in technology and evolving systems have increased executive functioning demands—such as navigating self-checkout, managing multiple streaming service payments, and handling other modern responsibilities.* Then, we dive into unsolicited neurotypical advice on managing executive function—like “just use a calendar” or the dreaded “think positively!”—and why these suggestions often miss the mark.* We then explore the connection between executive functioning and autistic inertia, as well as how body doubling can be a helpful strategy.* Next, we discuss masking in the corporate world and why it simply doesn't work for autistic individuals.* Our hosts share their personal unmasking journeys and discuss how to navigate the shift toward authenticity.* We then dive into the often comorbid health conditions that commonly accompany autism, including but not limited to PMDD, POTS, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome.* Finally, we discuss the impact of trauma and CPTSD on autistic lives, as well as the intersection of autism and menopause.“When you get older and you have the kids and you have the house and you have the job and the responsibilities - that's when the executive functioning fails.” - Matt“This is also a reason why the unemployment rate for autistics is much higher than for neurotypicals. It doesn't mean that you're a bad person. It doesn't mean that you're lazy. It doesn't mean that you don't have intellectual functioning ability. It's just that you're working with a lot more system requirements. You can't play the game that other people play because your PC is maxed out with all these other system requirements and other people aren't.” - MattDid you enjoy this episode? We explored executive functioning in autistic lives, from shifting responsibilities as we age to the impact of masking, comorbid conditions, and trauma. Tune in as we discuss strategies like body doubling and unmasking, and share your thoughts using #AutisticCultureCatch!Show Notes:https://autismspectrumnews.org/the-complexities-of-aging-addressing-the-unique-needs-of-autistic-elders/ https://aidecanada.ca/resources/learn/asd-id-core-knowledge/shared-stories-shared-experiences-international-research-on-autism-and-menopauseRelated Episodes:Productivity is AutisticMeat Body MaintenanceFollow us on InstagramFind us on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyLearn more about Matt at Matt Lowry, LPPJoin Matt's Autistic Connections Facebook GroupLearn more about Angela at AngelaKingdon.com Angela's social media: Twitter and TikTokOur Autism-affirming merch shop This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.autisticculturepodcast.com/subscribe

In this episode of The Executive Function Braintrainer Podcast, hosts Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren explore the crucial transition from high school to college and its impact on executive functions. They discuss the importance of planning, organization, and independence, comparing approaches in the UK and the US. Using the metaphor of a butterfly emerging from a chrysalis, they emphasize the need for students to develop their executive skills to navigate the challenges of college life effectively. Practical strategies, tools like Shovel and ivvi, and tips for parents and educators to support this transition are also discussed to help students build a solid foundation for success.links:Get 20% a membership of Shovel's digital planner you must use this link: https://shovelapp.io/dig/108/  and coupon code DRWARREN Your Professional Processing Inventory (YPPI) https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/your_professional_processing_inventory Student Processing Inventory (SPI): https://goodsensorylearning.com/search?type=product&q=SPI Remarkable: https://support.remarkable.com/s/article/Desktop-app Goodnotes: https://www.goodnotes.com/ Notability: https://notability.com/ ivvi: https://www.ivvi.app/ Executive Function: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioning Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠⁠Inhibitory Control:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Visualization:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ivvi.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learningspecialistcourses.com⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dropintoyourbestself.com/www.learningtolearn.biz

If you did not have a chance to join us live for the 2025 Neurodiverse Love Conference you can still get "lifetime access" to the video recordings of the 31 amazing sessions and the 4 Q&A panels. In addition, you will also get the FREE BONUSES (Neurodiverse Love Conversaton Cards & Workbook and lifetime access to the 27 sessions from the 2023 Neurodiverse Love Conference). Click here to learn more about the conference sessions and to buy access to the conference videos today.____________________________________________________________During this episode with returning guest and relationship and life coach, Robin Tate we talk about many important topics that may be impacting your neurodiver relationship including:How AuDHD presents for women and the self discovery process.Differentiation and overlap between Autism and ADHD.Seeing patterns in people.Executive functioning challenges in ND relationships.The importance of knowing that you can have a dual diagnosis of AuDHD.Executive functioning is every step you need to take to accomplish every task you do every day.Executive dysfunctioning challenges in communication. Object permanence.Time blindness, future planning and staying regulated.Creating interdependency around executive functioning. Grieving the relationship you thought you were going to have.You may not be compatible anymore if one of you has been masking.The struggle between ADHD and Autism when you are AuDHD and how that looks in a relationship.Behavioral differences and internal state of each partner.Understanding how your family of origin has impacted your life and your relationship.The positive impact of somatic therapy.Thinking about the potential stigma you may have to deal with when disclosing your neurodivergence to your family.Stephanie and Dan Holmes new book is -"Uniquely Us -Gracefully Navigating the Maze of Neurodiverse Marriage" (Robin wrote chapter 8 which is on Executive Function)You can reach out to Robin through her website at: www.robintatellc.com

SHINING WITH ADHD #190: Supporting Executive Function: What to Expect at Every Stage The Childhood Collective3/26/2025SUMMARYToday, we're diving into executive function skills, how they typically develop, and ideas to support at each stage. It's critical to understand that kids with ADHD are likely developing executive function skills more slowly than their peers. As parents, when we understand what is developmentally appropriate for our kids, we can set realistic expectations and support their growth! MEET OUR TEAMWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. Most importantly, we are moms, just like you. After working with families over a combined total of 40 years, we saw a need to provide ongoing support and education to parents raising children with ADHD.LINKS + RESOURCESEpisode #190 TranscriptEpisode #101: Introduction to Executive FunctionsEpisode #128: I Suspect ADHD, but My Child is Too Young for a DiagnosisPrintables6 Keys to Raising a Happy and Independent Child with ADHD Executive Function Skills by Age blog The Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.comMentioned in this episode:Board Games for Kids with ADHDBoard games are a natural way to help kids build their executive functioning and cooperation skills. When we polled the community about your favorite board games for kids with ADHD, you gave us hundreds of ideas! We narrowed them down to the games that got the most votes, and sorted them by age. Check out our top recommendations for board games for kids with ADHD, and let us know how it goes. Board Games for Kids with ADHDHungryrootHungryroot offers “good-for-you groceries and simple recipes.” We have loved having one less thing to worry about when it comes to raising kids. For 40% off your first box, click the link below and use CHILDHOOD40 in all caps to get the discount.

Today on Autism Live Jason Eichenholz joins Shannon to discuss how parenting a child with autism inspired him to start Jonathan's Landing Foundation, and how his tech and entrepreneurial background helps him gather the resources to support adult with autism.  Today's jargon is: Executive Functions.  

Many young adults enter their post-high school years without the executive functioning skills needed to thrive. This is often because the people supporting them underestimate the amount of support they're getting, and there's no plan in place to fade that prompting. When young adults enter college, they have to manage sleep hygiene, long-term projects, and manage screen time. This is why I talk so much about using multiple service delivery models when supporting executive functioning; whether it be in the schools or in private practice; because many essential life skills cannot be taught without the right environmental scaffolding in place.  That's why I invited Michael McLeod from GrowNOW therapy to talk about why he uses a combination of direct sessions, summer camps with community-based activities, parent coaching, and educator training. Michael partnered and worked with The Focus Foundation in 2015, learning from incredible doctors, neuropsychologists, and various specialists – gaining in-depth training and experience with ADHD and Executive Function research and development. He currently specializes in ADHD, Executive Functioning, Social Executive Functioning, and Parent Coaching. From his experiences as an Executive Function Specialist, Michael developed a distinct model of Internal Skills Coaching to enhance these skills. Michael is a Keynote Speaker and has presented nationwide and internationally, training families and professionals on his unique GrowNOW Treatment Model for fostering Executive Functions & Resiliency.In this conversation, we discuss:✅Do graduate programs prepare clinicians to work on executive functioning out in the field?✅Frontloading vs. traditional social skills sessions.✅Why helping families set boundaries around screen time is an essential part of the services clinicians offer.✅Defining failure to launch and what it looks like in young adults.✅Situational awareness and its impact on safety for college students. You can connect with Michael at:GrowNOWADHD.com, here: http://grownowadhd.com/GrowNOW Instagram, here: http://instagram.com/GrowNOWADHDGrowNOW School Trainings, here: https://www.grownowadhd.com/training/ADHD Parenting Podcast, here: https://open.spotify.com/show/7xATyVhNZU3abIejNIggvDListen to my previous conversations with Michael here:EP 008: Building accountability and motivation in kids with ADHD (with Mike McLeod), here: https://drkarendudekbrannan.com/ep-008-building-accountability-and-motivation-in-kids-with-adhd-with-mike-mcleod/EP 009: Time management and device use boundaries in kids with ADHD (with Mike McLeod), here: https://drkarendudekbrannan.com/ep-009-time-management-and-device-use-boundaries-for-kids-with-adhd-with-mike-mcleod/The following previous episodes were mentioned in this episode:EP 122: Executive functioning for college students: Beyond checklists and planners (with Jill Fahy), here: https://drkarendudekbrannan.com/ep-122-executive-functioning-for-college-students-beyond-checklists-and-planners-with-jill-fahy/EP 193: Using Distance Learning to Increase Access and Opportunity (with Seth Fleischauer), here: https://drkarendudekbrannan.com/ep-193-using-distance-learning-to-increase-access-and-opportunity-with-seth-fleischauer/In this episode, I mention the School of Clinical Leadership, my program that helps related service providers develop a strategic plan for putting executive functioning support in place in collaboration with their school teams. You can learn more about that program here: https://drkarendudekbrannan.com/clinicalleadership We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

Today, I am so excited to share this conversation I had with Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg. If you are a parent, a caregiver, an educator, a coach, a therapist, a human who interacts with children, young and old, this episode is for you. We all have something to learn from Dr. Ginsburg's insightful and engaging interpretation of these decades of research on what works in parenting. Dr. Ginsburg practices adolescent medicine at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and is a professor of pediatrics at the University of Pennsylvania, a founding director of the Center for Parent and Teen Communication, the Director of Health Services at Covenant House Pennsylvania, an agency that serves Philadelphia's youth enduring homelessness and a father of two young adults. This vast experience and deep passion for supporting children of all ages and their families, in my opinion, makes him the perfect lighthouse for us as we navigate the sometimes murky or stormy waters of raising our own children and supporting the children of others around us.You'll hear Dr. Ginsburg and I speak highly of Ellen Galinsky who was a guest on Focus Forward and who wrote the highly acclaimed books Mind in the Making and The Breakthrough Years, all about EF skills in children and adolescents. If you're interested in learning more about Ellen's work, check out the show notes and Focus Forward episode #40, which coincidentally dropped exactly a year ago this week. Ellen will be joining me again in a few weeks to talk more about Executive Function skills with early childhood development researcher, Megan McClelland. In the meantime, thank you for listening! Show Notes: Learn More About 1:1 Coaching https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/how-it-worksLearn More About Dr. Ginsburghttps://www.fosteringresilience.comCenter for Parent and Teen Communicationhttps://parentandteen.com/Ellen Galinsky's bookshttps://ellengalinsky.com/

Is rejection sensitivity making work feel impossible? If you find yourself avoiding feedback, overanalyzing emails, or convinced you're about to get fired over a simple mistake, you're not alone. Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) can have a major impact on your professional life, but there are ways to manage it.In this episode, I cover:What RSD really is and why it's not just about past traumaHow RSD shows up in the workplace (and why it makes teamwork, feedback, and self-advocacy so hard)The connection between RSD, burnout, and nervous system regulationWhy traditional talk therapy doesn't help and what actually doesSteps you can take to manage RSD and build confidence at work

Traits like cognitive flexibility and impulse control strongly influence student grades and test scores to such an extent that they may be best learned in an academic context. Amy and Mike invited educator Ariel Lieberman to explore the relationship between the three core executive functions and test prep. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What are the core executive functions and why are they important?  How do weak EF skills get in the way of a student's test prep?  Why is executive function best learned in a relevant academic context? What are ideal strategies to build EF skills within the framework of test prep? Does remote instruction influence the effectiveness of EF coaching? MEET OUR GUEST Ariel Akselrad Lieberman is the founder of Your Best Prep, a tutoring company based in Westchester County, NY that helps high school students, both neurotypical and those with learning differences, master the standardized test prep process and achieve their academic goals.  Prior to founding Your Best Prep, Ariel wrote SAT and AP curriculum for Ivy Consulting Group in New York City, where she also worked as a GED tutor for young adults in the criminal justice system as a member of the Ivy League Tutors Foundation.  Ariel has an M.Ed from Manhattanville College School of Education, where she studied Secondary Special Education and was a recipient of the Dean's Award for Innovative Teaching, and a B.A. in history from SUNY-Purchase College, from which she graduated summa cum laude.  Ariel holds a Professional Certificate in Learning Differences (LD) and Neurodiversity with a Specialization in Executive Function through the Landmark College Institute for Research & Training. Ariel previously appeared on this podcast in episode 194 for a Test Prep Profile. Find Ariel at http://www.yourbestprep.com/. LINKS Executive Function: What It Is, How To Improve & Types The False Promise of EF Coaching RELATED EPISODES HOW EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING PROCESSES IMPACT LEARNING EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SKILLS AND TEST PREP  POST PANDEMIC LEARNING LOSS ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros and LEAP. If you're interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, feel free to get in touch through our contact page.

If your teen or young adult constantly underestimates how long things take or insists they “have plenty of time” when they don't, welcome to the club! This common struggle is called time dysmorphia, and it's more than just procrastination or laziness. It actually has to do with executive functioning.In this episode, executive function coach Chrissy Nichols joins me to explain what time dysmorphia is, why it happens, and how parents can help their kids manage it without frustration or shame.Many parents misinterpret time dysmorphia as defiance or irresponsibility. But whether your teen has ADHD or not, their brain may simply process time differently. Instead of getting impatient or triggered, Chrissy shares a three-step process parents can use to increase awareness, remove shame, and partner with their teen in creating practical solutions.“That's the ultimate goal … not to get folks feeling dependent on an external source, but knowing that they have everything they need inside.” - Chrissy NicholsIf your teen or young adult struggles to estimate time or follow through on tasks, this conversation will help you shift from frustration to understanding and support.In this episode on helping your (ADHD) teen or young adult manage time & build executive function skills, we cover:What time dysmorphia is and why it impacts teens and young adults but also ourselves as parents;Why this is an executive functioning issue, not laziness or disrespect;How to respond with curiosity instead of frustration;A three-step framework for helping your teen manage their time;How to support your teen or young adult in building accountability and self-awareness without shame;And more!More about Chrissy NicholsChrissy Nichols is an executive function coach for learners of all ages but specializes in helping teens reintegrate into traditional learning environments. After more than 22 years in the classroom, Chrissy's brain hacks help clients see that there is absolutely nothing wrong with them--they just need to learn how to rewire their brain.Chrissy's work is aimed to empower her student clients to empower themselves. For parents, this means taking school and academics off their parenting plates so they can simply love their child. See how Chrissy's thought concepts can become your executive function concepts over at www.thechrissyconcept.comLooking for support?

Dr Jessica Gold discusses observations around executive function in early treated MSUD patients and how this impacts on outcomes around transition to adulthood. Executive and adaptive function impacts long-term outcomes for adults with maple syrup urine disease Jessica I. Gold, et al https://doi.org/10.1002/jimd.12827

In this episode of In It, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek welcome parenting coach Mary Van Geffen. Mary offers online classes including a special one for moms of what she calls “spicy ones.” She also shares fun, funny, and relatable posts every day on Instagram.Mary talks with Gretchen and Rachel about parenting spicy kids and how to know if you, too, are spicy. What does it mean to be spicy? Are you spicy? And what should you do about it?Related resourcesParenting tips when you and your child have ADHDBody doubling for ADHD: What it is and how it works5 oddly specific ADHD strategies that help me workListen: ADHD and: Parenting failsListen: Double trouble: ADHD moms share what it's like to parent kids with ADHDMary Van Geffen: Parent Coach for the Spicy OnesTMTimestamps  (1:10) Defining “spicy ones”(4:41) Parents' worries about themselves as parent  (7:36) What impacts children most(8:59) Dealing with sensory overload as a parent(16:51) Organization challenges for parents with ADHD(18:55) Body doublingFor a transcript and more resources, visit the In It page on Understood.We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at init@understood.org. Understood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

If you work with children with communication delays, this episode is for you. I am sharing a simple, yet powerful, four-step process to improve executive function in speech therapy. Ready to roll up your sleeves and put research into practice every week? Try the SIS Membership today at kellyvess.com/sis

In this episode of 'The Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast,' hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran explore the concept of 'flare and focus' and its impact on executive functions. The discussion delves into how the terms, commonly used in design thinking, can be applied to cognitive processes like brainstorming, prioritizing, organizing, and time management. Through engaging analogies and stories, like the behaviors of honeybees and the double diamond design process, they highlight the importance of balancing divergent (flaring) and convergent (focusing) thinking. The episode offers practical insights for students, educators, and professionals on how to optimize this balance for effective problem-solving and creativity.Executive Function: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioning Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠⁠Inhibitory Control:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Visualization:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ivvi.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learningspecialistcourses.com⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dropintoyourbestself.com/www.learningtolearn.biz

Parenting a neurodivergent child comes with unique challenges, especially when executive function skills—like planning, organisation, and impulse control—are difficult for them. In this episode, Professor Adam Guastella, a leading expert at the University of Sydney, provides expert insights on how parents can advocate for their children in the education system, the latest neuroscience research, the role of executive function in development, and how to provide supportive environments that foster growth and confidence in children. Tune in for practical advice, strategies for success, and a refreshing sense of hope for families facing these challenges. QUOTE OF THE EPISODE:“It's not a battle of will, it's a battle of systems.” – Professor Adam Guastella KEY INSIGHTS FOR PARENTS: Autism is not about intelligence; it's about different ways of thinking and interacting with the world. What is executive function, and why does it matter? The connection between ADHD, autism, and executive function challenges. A strength-based approach helps kids feel empowered rather than ashamed of their challenges. How parents can advocate for their child at school—even without a diagnosis. The importance of structure, and practical strategies and accommodations for helping kids succeed and thrive. New research on the cerebellum and its role in neurodevelopment. RESOURCES MENTIONED: University of Sydney—Professor Adam Guastella’s research Happy Families Various professionals, such as paediatricians, psychologists, and speech therapists, who can provide advocacy and support. ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS: Build a support team of medical and educational professionals. Stay persistent in seeking the right resources, even if it’s challenging. Highlight your child’s strengths and provide structured support. Educate yourself on neurodevelopmental conditions and executive function. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushHuman trafficking is a $250 billion global crisis impacting over 50 million lives today—10 million of whom are trapped in sex slavery. This urgent and eye-opening discussion uncovers the harsh realities of modern slavery, ranging from forced labor to organ harvesting. We hear from Alana Stott, MBE—a security specialist, humanitarian, and founder of Wolfraven Omnimedia—who has spent over two decades fighting to raise awareness and combat this crisis. Learn about the dangerous correlation between global disasters and trafficking, the exploitation behind industries like fast fashion, and the innovative strategies to educate and fight back. Alana shares her incredible journey, from protecting vulnerable women to her groundbreaking work in media and education, all while balancing the challenges of motherhood and advocacy. This is a story of resilience, action, and hope for change. Listen now to understand the depth of this crisis and how you can help end it.What You'll Learn:•The Reality of Human Trafficking – How it's a $250 billion industry with 50 million victims worldwide.•The Hidden Dangers of Fast Fashion – How cheap clothing fuels forced labor and human trafficking.•How Crisis Fuels Trafficking – Why disasters and global instability create the perfect conditions for traffickers.•Building a Resilient Mindset – How Alana Stott overcame adversity to become a leader in security and human rights.Key Highlights:00:00 - Intro02:55 - How Did You Get Here?08:52 - The State of Human Trafficking Today18:00 - The Power of Partnership18:45 - Meeting Dean and Starting a Security Company30:34 - Executive Function for Massive Operations37:20 - Role in Dean's World Records41:35 - Planning the World Record43:30 - The Darien Gap47:20 - Importance of a Good Team50:15 - Wolfraven Omnimedia54:25 - What Will Your Kids Do?57:05 - What Alana is Excited About59:00 - Resources: Where to Find Alana59:33 - Weapons Buried in the Middle EastSponsors:This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by The Starrett System. We are thrilled to announce our brand new 12-week fitness and movement mentorship program designed to help you build unshakable strength⁠, access lasting durability⁠, and maximize your longevity⁠. With weekly LIVE coaching calls with Juliet and Kelly, 4x weekly expert fitness programming for strength, mobility & recovery in our signature Starrett System App⁠, a supportive, high-energy community where you can chat & ask questions⁠, and a bonus vault of content like pain protocols, recipes, and travel workouts for sustainable health & performance⁠. Go to starrettsystem.com to learn more and sign up today!This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don't. That means lots of salt — with no sugar. Kelly loves to have his athletes drink an LMNT before their game to bulk pre-load those electrolytes. Try it cold, hot, sparkling, or added to coffee or tea...just don't dry scoop it. To get yours, go to DrinkLMNT.com/TRS and check it out!This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Momentous, a leading high-performance lifestyle company making the best supplements and sports nutrition products for individuals looking to optimize all parts of their lives. We always prioritize whole foods, but often need to supplement to meet our protein targets. We recommend Momentous Plant Protein because some people can't tolerate whey and we also love it because it is "clean". And for us, it's not truly clean unless it is NSF certified so you know you are actually getting what the label states and nothing else. Go to livemomentous.com/TRS and use code TRS for 20% OFF your first purchase.

In this episode of the podcast, we dive into what executive function skills actually are, likening them to a control center or the CEO of your body. These skills encompass planning, organization, time management, task initiation, working memory, and self-regulation, among others. But why do so many gifted and neurodivergent kids struggle with them? The answer often lies in asynchronous development. Different parts of their brain mature at different rates, leading to a brilliant child who can solve complex math problems, yet forgets their socks. But rest assured, executive function skills can be taught and strengthened over time! Key Takeaways: Visibility Matters: Use visual schedules and step-by-step breakdowns for tasks. This makes intangible routines more tangible for your child. Teach Time Awareness: Utilize visual timers and create consistent routines. Games like "Beat the Timer" can make learning time fun rather than stressful. Incorporate Breaks & Movement: Allow your children to move around, use brain breaks, and include snacks to reset focus. One Task at a Time: Present tasks singularly to prevent overwhelm and foster success.   Keep an eye out for our upcoming course on executive function skills, perfect for you and your child to work through together. Stay tuned for more information by joining our newsletter if you haven't already—it's the best way to ensure you're up-to-date with the latest resources and support. Don't forget, The Learner's Lab is also a fantastic resource for in-depth strategies, activities, and group coaching sessions that can further aid your journey in supporting your child's development.   Get the Book For a deeper dive into these transformative concepts, don't forget to grab my new book, The Homeschool Advantage, where you can explore chapter six and beyond. It's a fantastic resource filled with actionable advice for homeschool educators. Links and Resources from Today's Episode Our sponsor for today's episode is CTC Math   The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners Audiobook Raising Lifelong Learners Membership Community – The Learners Lab Raising Resilient Sons by Colleen Kessler, M.Ed. The Anxiety Toolkit Strengthening Executive Function Skills: A Conversation with Sarah Collins Strengthen Executive Function Skills The Best Books for Teaching About Executive Functions Skills 7 Executive Functioning Activities for Small Children RLL #84: Exploring Education and Executive Function with Seth Perler The Unmeasured Executive Functioning Issue RLL 20: Helping Your Kiddo with Executive Function Skills Struggles | A Listener Question RLL LIVE | Improving Executive Functions   Connect with Colleen You can find Colleen on  Twitter @ColleenKessler,  Facebook @RaisingLifelongLearners,  Instagram @ColleenKessler

As a person with ADHD or Executive Function challenges it can often feel like society - you know, people at work, in our homes, anyone we encounter during our day, expects you to think, work, and communicate the same way as everyone else. It can be exhausting and can often require that you advocate for yourself and your needs more than you would like! And the first step of advocacy is figuring out what exactly it even is that you need! In this episode, I'm joined by Melissa Llewellyn Snider and Brianna Morton, ADHD coaches and co-hosts of The Hypercast ADHD Podcast.Together, we explored the power of self-acceptance because, as they say, it is truly the foundation for building strong and effective self-advocacy skills. We discussed the challenges of setting boundaries, navigating dynamics at work and in our personal lives, and learning to communicate our needs—without guilt or apology. We talked about the importance of having people around you who GET YOU. And, most importantly, we'll talk about embracing our differences rather than masking them, because, as Brianna shared, you're not a weird horse—you're a perfectly normal zebra.Show notes: Learn More About Our Guests:Hypercast: An ADHD Podcastwww.hypercastpod.comMelissa Llewellyn Snyderhttps://www.likemindcoaching.com/Brianna Mortonhttps://www.understandingadhd.ca/More about Self-Advocacy: Read & ListenEp. 39: Speaking Up: How to Empower Our Kids to Advocate for Themselves (ft. Dr. Nerissa Bauer)https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/podcast?wchannelid=y1lzulxlcs&wmediaid=j5rz3vnbkpFrom Failing to Thriving: ADHD Strategies Every College Student Needshttps://hypercastpod.buzzsprout.com/2328723/episodes/16524660-from-failing-to-thriving-adhd-strategies-every-college-student-needsTalking to Teachers: Building Self-Advocacy in College Students - Beyond BookSmart Bloghttps://www.beyondbooksmart.com/executive-functioning-strategies-blog/talking-to-teachers-building-self-advocacy-in-college-studentsSelf-Advocacy Can Improve Your Lifehttps://chadd.org/adhd-weekly/self-advocacy-can-improve-your-life/

Executive Function coach Seth Perler joins Bryce to talk about the opportunities presented when raising an ADHD or otherwise neurodivergent child. He explains the metrics... The post Teaching Executive Function Skills to Children with Seth Perler appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

In this episode of The Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast,' hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran delve into the controversial yet crucial topic of supplements and executive functioning. The discussion highlights key nutrients like iron, vitamin D, B vitamins, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, choline, and zinc. They explore how these elements affect cognitive abilities, mood, and overall brain health, offering practical advice and metaphors to create a deeper understanding. The episode also covers supplements with cognitive benefits, including Ginkgo Biloba, turmeric, acetyl carnitine, caffeine, L-theanine, and CoQ10, aiming to help listeners make informed decisions about their dietary intake and supplement choices for optimal executive function.Links: Executive Function: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioning  Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function  Dyslexia Quiz: ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠⁠ Inhibitory Control:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r  Visualization:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r  Inner Voice:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r  Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory  Boby Bio - E-lyte: https://bodybio.com/products/e-lyte-balanced-electrolyte-concentrate Brought to you by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ivvi.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://goodsensorylearning.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learningspecialistcourses.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dropintoyourbestself.com/ www.learningtolearn.biz

Hi bestiessssOn todays episode, Tara's out of meltdown and is a bit more organised* *she's doing HIGHLY profound things like sewing pants and brandishing bobbins with Chloe Wilder (Listen to Chloe's ADHD island here),Meanwhile Grace is taking her journals on a little beach trip (don't worry she asked them first) in her bid to stay unperceived and allowing herself to be indulgent about meeting her needs.

Today's episode is especially important for people to find - we're covering the topic of eating disorders - it's a tough one but so important to talk about as eating disorders are so much more than you may realize. Beyond simply affecting what someone does or doesn't eat, they also impact brain function, emotional regulation, and the other critically important executive functioning skills we use every day like impulse control, focus, and decision-making.To help us understand these challenges, I sat down with Dr. Emily Gordon, a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in adolescents and young adults, with expertise in eating disorders, body image, and parenting. Dr. Gordon has worked in clinical leadership roles at McLean Hospital. She helped launch the Klarman Center for Eating Disorders and now runs a private practice in Massachusetts. She's also a parent of three teenagers.So listen today to learn from Dr. Gordon as she teaches us about the different types of eating disorders, their impact on executive functioning, and the early warning signs parents should look out for. If you're a parent navigating these challenges, you're not alone. Supporting a child through something like this can be overwhelming, and I've seen in my own experience that many families find that the addition of executive function coaching helps bring structure and support in times of stress. If you're curious to learn more about how we help, you can visit our website at beyond booksmart.comShow Notes Learn More About Dr. Emily GordonWebsite:www.dremilygordon.comInstagram: @dremilygordonLinkedInwww.linkedin.com/dremilygordonSubscribe to her newsletter:dr-emily-gordon.kit.com/podcastLearn More About Eating DisordersWhat are Eating Disorders?https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/eating-disorders/what-are-eating-disordersNational Eating Disorders Associationhttps://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/resource-center/Executive dysfunction in eating disorders: Relationship with clinical featureshttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36181959/Exploring the Relationship Between Disordered Eating and Executive Function in a Non-Clinical Samplehttps://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0031512520937569Get in Touchpodcast@beyondbooksmart.comInstagram/Facebook/Tiktok: @beyondbooksmartcoachingwww.beyondbooksmart.com

In this episode: understanding executive function, the impact of stress on learning, practical resets for stress management, parenting tips for better routines, reframing negative self-talk with Noel FoyEpisode SummaryIn this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast, Adam Coelho welcomes Noel Foy, an educator and author, who shares her journey from teacher to neuroeducation. They discuss the importance of understanding executive function, the effects of stress on learning, and practical strategies for managing stress. Noel offers valuable insights for parents and educators on fostering executive function skills in children and shares her upcoming book focused on practical solutions for enhancing learning.Guest BioNoel Foy is a neuroeducator, anxiety and executive function coach, and author of several books. With a background in education, she has dedicated her career to helping students and parents navigate learning challenges and develop effective strategies for success.Resources & Books Mentioned"Mindset" by Carol Dweck"ABC Worry Free" by Noel Foy"Are You a Bird Like Me?" by Noel Foy"Executive Function: Strategies to Build Underdeveloped Skills, Maximize Learning, and Unlock Potential" by Noel FoyGuest Contact InformationNeuro Noel website: https://www.neuronoel.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NeuroNoel/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neuronoel/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noel-foy-73a5ab45/Key TakeawaysUnderstanding executive function is essential for navigating stress and learning effectively.Stress can significantly impact a child's ability to learn and engage in the classroom.Quick resets, such as deep breathing and mindfulness, can help regain control over executive function during stressful moments.Establishing clear routines and visual aids can enhance children's understanding of tasks and responsibilities.Reframing negative self-talk and using constructive language can improve mindset and overall well-being.Practical strategies for parents and educPS: Introducing the…

Effective teaching involves more than just what happens formally in the classroom, and on this episode, Emily Kircher-Morris welcomes educator and author Adam Meyersieck to talk about it. They discuss the need for engaging teaching methods that connect with students emotionally and socially. They discuss collaboration between parents and educators to support neurodivergent learners, and the significance of strengths-based approaches in teaching. They cover sustainability of the teaching profession, the use of multiple communication modalities, and managing visual clutter to enhance learning environments. TAKEAWAYS Teaching should focus on the process, not just the end result. Collaboration between parents and educators enhances student support. Strengths-based assessments can bridge the gap between home and school. Visual aids can clarify expectations for neurodiverse students. Processing time is crucial for student understanding. Simplicity in instructions aids neurodivergent learners. Sustainable teaching practices lead to better educator retention. Explicit instruction benefits all learners, not just neurodivergent ones. Engaging multiple modalities helps all students retain information better. Providing written instructions fosters independence in learners. Managing visual clutter reduces distractions and enhances focus. Get the newsletter and keep up-to-date about the Emily and Amanda's new book, Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices So All Students Feel Accepted and Supported, and the new podcast, Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools. This episode is sponsored by The Council for Exceptional Children, getting ready for their Convention & Expo in Baltimore, March 12-15th. Go to cecconvention.org to register! Adam Meyersieck is a school district leader, consultant at Legacy Education Group, and educator with nearly two decades of experience in special and inclusive education, professional learning, and neurodiversity teaching strategy. He has trained thousands of educators and school leaders in the US and Great Britain, helping them create inclusive, strength-based learning environments that truly support neurodiverse students. He is also the author of Universal Best Practices for All Learners: Discover Your Teaching Strengths, a book designed to help educators leverage their strengths and make teaching more sustainable while meeting the needs of all learners. Adam is passionate about helping school leaders and teachers better connect with their students, ensuring that education is both effective and equitable. BACKGROUND READING Adam's website Facebook LinkedIn The Neurodiversity Podcast is on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, and you're invited to join our Facebook Group.

In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran delve into the innovative features of Notebook LM, a language model smart notebook by Google. They discuss its potential in creating efficient study guides, interactive podcasts, and timelines to help with tasks like preparing for exams, managing projects, and planning events. The hosts also explore the AI's multimodal processing capabilities, its impact on enhancing executive functions, and its potential applications for students, professionals, and personal goal setting. NotebookLM:https://notebooklm.google/ Executive Function:https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioning Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠⁠Inhibitory Control:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Visualization:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory:https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ivvi.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learningspecialistcourses.com⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dropintoyourbestself.com/www.learningtolearn.biz

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit wisdomofcrowds.liveDonald Trump and Elon Musk are moving quickly, so we decided to release this episode a few days early. In a half-week of alarming developments, Trump has announced that the United States might send troops to Gaza to transfer the Palestinian population to Egypt or Jordan, and to aid in reconstructing the country. Elon Musk has become the undertaker of government agencies, the wrecker of the civil service. Through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Musk has effectively shut down USAID, offered payouts to members of other agencies, and more.In an effort to make sense of all this, Shadi Hamid and Damir Marusic are interrogated by WoC executive editor, Santiago Ramos. Is Trump serious about Gaza? What do his statements suggest about the possible endgames for the Gaza war and the future of the Israeli-Palestinian question? Was Shadi wrong to suggest that Trump might be better on this question than Biden was? Is Trump acting according to what he thinks is the national interest? Or is this a random shot in the dark?The second issue — DOGE — prompts a more serious set of questions. Are we in a constitutional crisis? If not now, then will we be one in a few months time, when the judiciary steps in to check DOGE? Why exactly are Trump and Musk interested in hollowing out the administrative state? Are we in a watershed moment in American history? Is there anything that we can do to preserve the rule of law?In our bonus section for paid subscribers, Shadi explains why he believes that ideology is driving Trump and Musk, rather than just the desire for power; Damir argues that he concept of punishment is essential to justice; and Santiago describes the difference between Louis XIV and Napoleon.Required Reading* “Trump Proposes U.S. Takeover of Gaza and Says All Palestinians Should Leave” (New York Times).* Marco Rubio on Trump's Gaza comments (NBC).* Rich Kushner's February 2024 comments on “waterfront property” in Gaza (The Guardian). * Shadi's post about Trump v. Biden on Gaza (X).* Damir Marusic, “Brushfire of the Vanities” (WoC).* Liam Cunningham post (X).* Patrick Deneen (Communia)'s two X posts: first and second.* Patrick Deneen, Regime Change: Towards a Postliberal Future (Amazon). * Patrick Deneen, Why Liberalism Failed (Amazon). * John Ganz, “Groyperification” (Unpopular Front). * Gabe Fleisher, “When I Will Call Something a ‘Constitutional Crisis' ” (Wake Up to Politics). * Thomas Edsall, “ ‘Trump's Thomas Cromwell' Is Waiting in the Wings” (New York Times). * Jack Goldsmith Bob Bauer, “The Trump Executive Orders as ‘Radical Constitutionalism' ” (Executive Functions). Wisdom of Crowds is a platform challenging premises and understanding first principles on politics and culture. Join us!

Subscribe on Patreon and hear this week's full patron-exclusive episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/121450929 Beatrice, Artie and Phil discuss the Trump administration's early and sweeping power grab: freezing government spending, infiltrating the systems that distribute federal payments throughout the US, and dramatically cutting off science research and funding. We explain what's going on and why, and how each of these actions represents the new administration's self-professed intentions to root out what it has called “wokeness” and “Marxist equity, transgenderism, and green new deal social engineering.” Get Health Communism here: www.versobooks.com/books/4081-health-communism Find Jules' new book here: https://www.versobooks.com/products/3054-a-short-history-of-trans-misogyny Runtime 1:12:56

Ever feel like the clutter and endless to-dos are winning? You're not alone, and today I'm diving into the why behind those struggles—and how to overcome them—with Dr. Ann Louise Lockhart. We're talking about ADHD, executive function, and what makes seemingly simple tasks like laundry or decluttering feel overwhelming for so many of us. Dr. Lockhart shares why tasks like “clean your room” or “just get started” are harder than they seem, especially if ADHD or executive functioning challenges are in play. She gives us practical, no-fluff strategies for reducing overwhelm and building systems that actually work—whether it's for you or your kids. If you've ever thought, Why is this so hard for me when it seems easy for everyone else? this episode is for you. Here's What We Cover: What ADHD really looks like in adults (hint: it's not just about focus). Why executive functioning is the hidden key to organizing and decision-making. Strategies to break big tasks down so they feel less overwhelming. How to support kids—and yourself—through collaboration and curiosity instead of shame. Simple resets, body doubling, and externalizing tasks to stay on top of it all. Dr. Lockhart also shares why shame and overwhelm can keep us stuck, how to combat those emotions, and actionable steps to build habits that stick. Links and Resources: Connect with Dr. Ann Louise Lockhart Website: www.anewdaysa.com Instagram: @dr.annlouise.lockhart YouTube: Dr. Ann Louise Lockhart Dr. Lockhart's New Book Love the Teen You Have – A must-read for parents of tweens and teens, packed with insights for raising confident, capable kids. Free Resource: Declutter Your Paper Piles Download my cheat sheet for tackling those stacks of paper that seem to multiply overnight. It's a game-changer for simplifying your home. Let's Simplify Together: If you loved this episode, don't forget to hit subscribe and share it with a friend. Together, we can ditch the overwhelm and create homes (and lives) that feel more manageable and joyful.   Simplifier Spotlight: Let's Celebrate Your Wins! I love hearing how you're simplifying your life! Whether you've made progress on decluttering your space, reworked a system that makes life easier, or just shifted your mindset, I'd love to celebrate your wins. Want to be featured? Submit your story at katyjoywells.com/simplifier. I can't wait to shine a spotlight on YOU! Resources to Help You Simplify Your Life: Get FAST Results with My Free Guide: 75 Things to Declutter Right Now Ready to kickstart your decluttering journey? This guide is packed with quick wins to help you clear space and see results fast. Download it here Join My Next 14-Day Challenge Need extra motivation to tackle clutter? Join us for a 14-day challenge and transform your space one step at a time. Sign up here Work 1-on-1 With Me Looking for personalized support to simplify your home and life? Let's create the clutter-free life you've been dreaming of—together. Learn more here Get Your Personalized Home Management Blueprint Want a custom plan to streamline your home? I'll create a blueprint tailored just for you. Get started here Connect with Me on Instagram Follow me for daily tips, inspiration, and a behind-the-scenes look at my life.

Ever feel like you're fighting an uphill battle when it comes to helping your child manage everyday tasks? Do you worry that your neurodivergent child may not be able to navigate the complexities of life independently? There's hope! In this episode of Beautifully Complex, we're diving deep into practical strategies for supporting executive functioning in our unique kids, making daunting tasks more approachable and fostering resilience.I'm thrilled to be joined by executive functioning expert, Carrie Bonnett. Together, we'll explore:Breaking assignments into smaller, manageable parts to aid task initiation and alleviate overwhelm.Effective techniques to control impulsive behaviors and enhance emotional control.Utilizing visual aids to support smoother routines and reduce daily chaos.The importance of celebrating small wins to boost confidence and counteract negative feedback.Creating a supportive, neuro-affirming environment is key to unlocking your child's potential. We'll guide you through actionable, step-by-step advice to help you set up strategies and supports, enabling your child to gradually function independently and thrive.Tune in to this episode for a compassionate, practical guide to transforming daily struggles into opportunities for growth and connection. Let's work together to turn worry into hope and frustration into success.You can find additional resources at parentingadhdandautism.com and Regulated Kids.com — because it's not just about the struggles; it's about progress, one step at a time.Show notes and more resources at parentingadhdandautism.com/295.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beautifully-complex--6137613/support.

LIVE Free Webinar on Jan. 20! Sign up here: https://harkla.co/pages/balanced-brain-webinar-registration In this episode, we dive into the connection between sensory processing and executive function. We begin by defining sensory processing and its vital role in our daily lives. From the basic five senses of touch, taste, sight, sound, and smell, to the more complex senses of vestibular, proprioception, and interoception, we explore how each sense helps us navigate the world and regulate our physical and emotional responses. Next, we define executive function and its core components. We explain how these skills are essential for tasks like planning, organizing, decision-making, and self-regulation. We examine how difficulties with sensory processing—whether it's over-responsiveness, under-responsiveness, or sensory-seeking behaviors—can disrupt focus, attention, impulse control, and emotional regulation. These challenges can make it harder to plan, organize, and complete tasks, impacting children and adults both at school, work, and in social settings. Finally we share practical tips for supporting individuals with sensory processing difficulties in improving executive function. Learn how creating sensory-friendly environments, offering sensory breaks, breaking tasks into smaller steps, and incorporating calming sensory activities can help regulate emotions and enhance self-control.  LINKS We'd love to answer your questions on the podcast! Fill out this form - https://harkla.typeform.com/to/ItWxQNP3  All Things Sensory Podcast Instagram  Harkla YouTube Channel Harkla Website - Shop Sensory Products! Harkla Instagram The Ultimate Guide to Sensory Processing Disorder The Pyramid of Learning Executive Function Skills Sensory Diet Digital Course

Topics: Masterclass, Executive Function, Who God Uses, Bird Expectancy, Christmas Rescue, Christmas Reputations, Help Guys w/Gifts, Christmas Sing-a-long, Facts, Candy Canes, Social Tip   Quotes: “We can't call it procrastination?” “Humans have messed things up pretty bad.” “We've tried and we've failed and we give up.” “You want nerd friends!” Want more of the Oddcast? Check out our website!