Emotional regulation is one of those executive function skills we often assume is a personality trait. But it’s not. It’s a set of strategies, practices, and supports that help us feel less hijacked by our emotions — so we can respond with clarity instead of reaction.

Sustained attention is the skill that helps us stay on task, resist distractions, and finish what we start. But in a world built to interrupt us — constant notifications, endless tabs, a phone always within reach — it's no wonder we struggle to stay with anything long enough to complete it.

Getting started is often the hardest part.

Task initiation is the executive function skill that helps us move from intention to action. But for ADHD brains, that "activation energy" can feel like a brick wall.

Executive function is what helps us manage daily life, and organization is one of the most tangible skills in that toolkit.

But let’s be clear: organization isn’t about having color-coded closets and minimalist aesthetics. It’s about having reliable systems that help you find what you need, when you need it, with as little stress as possible.

In other words: it’s not about perfect. It’s about functional.

Executive function (EF) is the umbrella term for the brain’s self-management system — the mental skills that help us get things done. And self-awareness is one of the most important, foundational — and often most overlooked — EF skills of all.

January is goal-setting season, but let’s face it—most resolutions don’t survive past February. The issue isn’t that your goals are too ambitious; it’s that they aren’t set up for success. And here’s the thing: creating goals that stick is a skill, not a stroke of luck.

Supporting students with their executive function skills at the start of the year is extremely important (and helpful)!

The impact of stress on executive function skills is one of my favorite topics because it relates to pretty much every person who is reading this. Are you a human? Then, you probably need to hear this: Stress negatively impacts your executive function skills. 

If you’ve ever wondered why some days feel like you’re crushing it while others feel like one long game of “What am I even doing?” — welcome to the world of executive function.

Executive function is a set of mental skills that act like the CEO of your brain…

Tips for supporting students with ADHD

Executive function (EF) skills aren’t static — they can be learned, strengthened, and supported at any age. While some people might naturally excel in areas like planning or flexibility, these skills are like muscles that grow with practice, guidance, and the right environment.