Control your emotions for better life decisions. Check out our articles to not let emotions get the better of you.
The word “meltdown” gets used loosely enough that it has lost most of its meaning. Someone loses their temper in a checkout line, and it is called a meltdown. A kid cries at a restaurant, another meltdown. But an “autistic meltdown” is something specific, and the experience does not match the way most people use … read more
If you have ADHD and you get stuck starting tasks, a dopamine menu can give you a short, pre-chosen set of “reset” options so you can re-engage without losing an hour to scrolling. You know the moment: you open your laptop to write the email, and suddenly reorganizing the spice cabinet feels urgent. This post … read more
Someone cuts you off in traffic, and before you’ve had a conscious thought, you’re white-knuckling the steering wheel and shouting at your windshield. Ten seconds later, you know it was a minor thing. But your heart rate is still through the roof, and your hands won’t stop shaking. That gap between knowing something is small … read more
Whether you’re a student taking a test or a young adult navigating independent living tasks like paying bills, grocery shopping, or applying for jobs, stress is an unavoidable part of day-to-day living. High-stress situations can make it incredibly hard for learners to express their needs, even when they desperately want support. For neurodivergent learners and … read more
Imagine standing at the foot of a mountain, knowing you need to reach the top but lacking the tools to climb. Each step feels insurmountable, and the weight of your own expectations crushes your spirit before you even begin. This is what life can feel like for those with executive function challenges—a daily struggle that … read more
Have you ever wondered why the right playlist can turn a bad day into a bearable one (or even make it downright awesome)? Or perhaps how your various emotional responses seem to be intrinsically tied to the type of music you’re listening to? How positive emotions can be invoked by upbeat, bouncy tunes, while sad … read more
Here at Life Skills Advocate, we often discuss with clients and families that there’s not just one answer to challenges with executive functioning. The area of our brain responsible for EF skills–the prefrontal cortex–manages all types of complex behavior, including decision-making, personality, and goal orientation. A lot is happening there, which means we can’t always … read more
Imposter syndrome is an insidious problem that affects many neurodivergent people. It can lead to feelings of inadequacy, shame, and low self-esteem. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to overcome imposter syndrome and regain your sense of confidence and self-worth. Let’s learn more about what imposter syndrome actually is – and then go over … read more
This article is designed to be utilized with the utmost professional integrity and ethical consideration. It is imperative to acknowledge that directly copying and pasting example goals into student’s IEPs from any external source, including ours, undermines the individualized nature of IEP planning and does not serve the best interests of students. This resource aims … read more
Parents, educators, and adults working on their own growth know how hard emotional control and regulation can be, especially for teens and adults with unique learning needs. Diverse learners encounter unique challenges at home, school, and with friends and family. These challenges can mean emotional triggers can crop up at any time. That’s why building … read more