Some people describe executive functions as “the management system of the brain.” That’s because the skills involved let us set goals, plan, and get things done. When people struggle with executive functions, it impacts them at home, in school, and in life. Executive functioning skills are responsible for: Paying attention, Organizing, planning, and prioritizing, Starting tasks and staying focused to completion, Understanding different points of view, Regulating emotions, and Self-monitoring (keeping track of what you’re doing)