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Executive function skills is a set of mental processes that have to do with managing one's resources and oneself, in order to execute a task.
Executive functioning skills can be developed and improved upon over time.
Metacognitive skills is often referred to as 'thinking about thinking', particularly to improve learning. It enable us to be aware of what we know to help us learn. Strategies like P-E-E-L or T-A-P-E help students to remember easily. Rubrics, checklist and graphic organisers are some useful tools to sharpen our metacognition skill.
Self-control is the ability regulate yourself, including your thoughts, actions, and emotions. Adopt some self-regulation strategies to THINK before ACTING! Not only is this skill critical for academic success, but social success, too.
There are many ways for you to sustain your attention on a task. Try some of these strategies to focus for a period of time.
Task initiation is the ability to independently start tasks when needed.
It means being able to start something even when you really don’t want to.
These strategies might help you to stop procrastinating!
Train yourself to adapt to new situations, deal with change and learn about perspective-taking to see a different point-of-view on situations.
Perseverance is sticking to a task and not giving up, even when it becomes challenging. It is being able to use strategies to get through a task, regardless of the roadblocks that pop up along the way.
Games and Activities to Improve Executive Functioning Skills
Self-Discipline Books
"The Power of Discipline" by Daniel Walter offers unique insights into harnessing discipline for personal and professional growth. Here are 10 distinctive lessons from the book. Read more at:
"365 Days With Self-Discipline" by Martin Meadows offers daily insights and exercises to cultivate self-discipline and achieve personal growth. Here are ten lessons from
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"The Science of Self-Discipline" by Peter Hollins provides valuable insights into developing self-discipline, achieving long-term goals, and improving focus and resilience. Read more at:
"Discipline Is Destiny" by Ryan Holiday emphasizes the importance of self-discipline and how it can shape one's life and destiny. Here are ten key lessons from the book. Read more at:
Good Habits Books
"The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" offers transformative principles for personal and professional growth. Here are ten impactful lessons from the book. Read more at: https://www.facebook.com/facofeducation/posts/pfbid02ityp4shQYrWN9HPa8KjL7JVBoHZv3FJHhqxS8dCgwC1Hn7fPVYUR5hEzwyA2BFJcl
"The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg explores the science behind habit formation and transformation. Here are ten key lessons from the book. Read more at: https://www.facebook.com/facofeducation/posts/pfbid0DgawtUF8VRwNGVsuYiWBavCMBBs6Vbz7mvNYZWemaLVqfMdkmrEZg6a82aErTz65l
"Million Dollar Habits: 27 Powerful Habits to Wire Your Mind for Success" by Sim Pol focuses on cultivating habits that can lead to significant personal and professional success. Read more at: https://www.facebook.com/facofeducation/posts/pfbid036jVM1yif1nMUwnoyJEUbcGom1EiCooyoBDBzYwY3H5Vam9Y71sBQH439DEtCDcPRl
"Mini Habits" by Stephen Guise offers a refreshing approach to habit formation by emphasizing the power of starting small. Here are ten lessons distilled from the book. Read more at: https://www.facebook.com/facofeducation/posts/pfbid02bgNsn3oG7Si5seZWWmmASoRtfLaWfCei1LaX3UV9qnxR42GcienT5kpPpyMZdtkNl
Recommended book for attentional and focus skills
"Attention Span" by Gloria Mark provide valuable insights into the dynamics of attention, the impact of technology on attentional functioning, and strategies for managing attention in various contexts. Read more at: https://www.facebook.com/facofeducation/posts/pfbid02Hid5CoP6PnWGSzPyYDzmQPb6A3FEQcPLX93HbkEYwmnqBfTSQ5uB6eCUXTfYSx4Bl
"Focus on What Matters" by Darius Foroux provides practical advice on prioritizing what truly matters in life and work to achieve meaningful success and satisfaction. Here are ten key lessons from the book. Read more at: https://www.facebook.com/facofeducation/posts/pfbid0iiVmMQW72BEeHKEtt2vtXohzL4aWTY5JpUWfaHNWiwUfGY5FtTW2ohqZzGK7XAoQl
"Hyperfocus" by Chris Bailey is a book that explores strategies for enhancing focus, productivity, and effectiveness in a world filled with distractions. Here are 10 key lessons from the book. Read more at: https://www.facebook.com/facofeducation/posts/pfbid0VwHfh8kp1rtQ8LMazGmX6WshnHgUZdJ4a6hh5zb1hmfsg1CoHUzPzwKHAaQdx8Dxl
"Focus: The Hidden Driver of Excellence" by Daniel Goleman explores the power of focus in achieving success and fulfillment. Here are ten key lessons from the book. Read more at: https://www.facebook.com/facofeducation/posts/pfbid027yTdkkzJEuKRHGa9dvdTk7bJjxwfo65ec8Y1AcXYukLPqzM1iBCnZiKwFcMgBkvjl
Self-Help Books for Teenagers
"Mind Management, Not Time Management" by David Kadavy offers innovative insights into productivity by focusing on managing one's mental energy and creativity rather than just organizing time. Read more at: https://www.facebook.com/facofeducation/posts/pfbid02Jruu8asC5EasxnBidTURUWazyp2EngZp3ZnKDLHP372jnWWHeDFjgL8iKzndhwxgl
"Executive Functioning Workbook for Teens: Help for Unprepared, Late, and Scattered Teens" by Sharon A.Hansen.
This is an excellent resource for teenagers, parents and educators! This workbook gives strategies to improve executive functions and develop skills to improve lives!
"7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens" by Sean Covey. The book focuses on empowering teenagers to take control of their lives by instilling positive habits such as proactivity, beginning with the end in mind, putting first things first, thinking win-win, seeking to understand before being understood, synergizing, and continuous self-improvement.
"Six Super Skills for Executive Functioning" by Lara Honos-Webb. This book offers six powerful "super skills" to help you pay attention, increase productivity, and get organized so you can achieve your goals and live your best life.
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