Entries by Ellen

How to Improve Motivation with Executive Function Challenges

  Finding the motivation to start and finish a task can be difficult for all of us. Executive function involves processes that are essential for behavior regulation and impulsivity, time management and planning, and problem-solving and decision-making. Where there are Executive Function challenges for initiating, planning, organizing, prioritizing, and sustaining attention, motivation is a bigger […]

How to Acknowledge and Strengthen Executive Function Skills

  Executive function skills are skills controlled by the brain that include planning, focus, goal setting, and emotional regulation. Those with skill challenges in this area find it hard to focus, follow directions, and handle emotions. There are many reasons that people have trouble with executive function including ADHD, brain injury, learning differences, and more. […]

Organizing Products That I Love

  Although the answer to organizing challenges is not more bins, there are organizing products I love. These are products that are universally useful throughout your home, office, or work place. Declutter first so you know what products you need. Remember to label to be sure to maintain your space. Happy Organizing!       […]