Executive Functioning, Building Independence, Emotional Control, Impulse Control, Time Management, Wellness & Mental Health

Impulsivity, Stress & Time Management: A Complex Interplay

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

Time Management, Executive Functioning, Seasonal

5 Time Management Mistakes & How to Avoid Them in the New Year

Have you ever found yourself frustrated and wondering, “what did I spend my time doing today?” Even the best planners amongst us sometimes feel the hours slipping away without accomplishing the tasks they set out to do, but for those of us who personally struggle, or have a family member or friend who struggles, with … read more

Neurodivergent Experiences, Executive Functioning, Time Management

Time Blindness & ADHD: What You Need to Know

Tme is money.  But for those who are neurodiverse, time can feel like a foreign concept…certainly not anything worth monetizing! This phenomenon is often referred to as time blindness and tends to be more common in people with autism, attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Due to their difficulty with focus … read more

Time Management, Executive Functioning, IEPs

10 Essential Time Management IEP Goals to Reduce Student Stress

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

Time Management, Executive Functioning

13 Practical Time Management Skills to Teach Teens

From school to extracurricular activities to chores and homework, it’s an understatement to say that teens have a lot on their plates. Although it can be difficult to find the time, teaching practical time management skills is essential if you want them to be able to succeed in our fast-paced, technology-driven society. But which skills … read more

EF 101 Series, Executive Functioning, Time Management

Time Management Skills: Long-Term Supports & Strategies For Diverse Learners

Even though we’d like every person to be independent with managing time, not every learner may get there. At least not right away. Many adults continue to seek support and help to manage time effectively. There’s no reason to think that a differently-abled teen or adult might need support also. For a clear look at … read more

EF 101 Series, Executive Functioning, Time Management

The 12 Time Management Skills to Start Teaching Now

Author and entrepreneur Michael Altshuler once said, “The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot.” For many of us, helping our children, teens, and even ourselves learn effective time management takes the ultimate flight school training. Especially for teens and young adults with unique learning needs, learning to budget and … read more

Time Management, Behaviors, EF 101 Series, Executive Functioning

Executive Functioning Skills 101: The Basics of Time Management

Among all of the resources available to us, time is the great equalizer. We all have the same amount afforded us each day, and no amount of wealth or skill can create more time. That being said, how we manage and utilize our time can make a tremendous difference in our productivity and happiness. It’s … read more