by Lively Minds | Jul 18, 2023 | Blog
Self-control is one of the brain’s behavioral executive functions that describes the ability to stop and think before acting. Students with the skill of self-control can be characterized as having the ability to resist urges to say or do something so they can evaluate...
by Lively Minds | Jan 18, 2023 | Blog
Jacob is a 7th grade student who struggled with task initiation, organization and working memory. Click here to read Jacob’s executive function coaching story. (The student’s name and photo have been changed to respect the student’s privacy.)...
by Lively Minds | Feb 24, 2021 | Guides
Have you ever had a hard time getting started on a project? Do you think of any other things to do instead of starting? Procrastination is a common problem that keep us from being productive. It also makes a project take much longer than it should, which takes away...
by Lively Minds | Feb 24, 2021 | Guides
Have you ever needed to remember a list of words, but you weren’t sure how to memorize them? Have you ever struggled to remember what the teacher said for an important exam? Understanding memory strategies and knowing when to use them is an important part of...
by Lively Minds | Feb 24, 2021 | Guides
When you feel frustrated, angry, worried, or upset, how do you react? Do your reactions sometimes get you in trouble, create problems with your friends, or make learning more difficult? Understanding what you can do in situations that cause a negative emotion helps...
