Control your emotions for better life decisions. Check out our articles to not let emotions get the better of you.
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
If you’re feeling down, there’s nothing like a good tune to lift up your mood. Music is an art that has been around for centuries, and it has a profound impact on our mental well-being. People have long understood the power of music to connect with emotions we may not have been aware of, to … 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 and educators of teenagers know how hard emotional control and regulation can be—especially for teens 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 emotional control and emotional regulation in your … read more
Keep your cool. Don’t flip your lid. Don’t get bent out of shape. Get a grip. Going off the deep end. Hot under the collar. Steamed up. Hit a raw nerve. It’s not entirely clear why, but the English language has many different ways to describe emotional control—and situations where we don’t always do the … read more
Before we talk about the basics of emotional control, let’s begin with a story: Sam is a sixteen-year-old student with autism and ADHD who struggles with homework tasks. Sam likes drawing complex sketches of buildings and wants to be an architect someday. However, her smartphone sometimes gets in the way after school, and she regularly … read more