How to Improve Executive Function with Carrie Bonnett
Do you wonder why it is so much harder for you to get things done than other people in your life or family? Does your child have a hard time getting started, planning for projects, or staying organized? Carrie Bonnett joins us today on the show to talk all about executive function. Carrie is a veteran teacher, lifelong list-maker, and Executive Function coach based in Bend, Oregon, where she lives with her husband and two children. She helps empower students to thrive in life and school, parents and teachers to better support their children, and adults get on top of all that life requires. Today we discuss… What is executive function and how is it important to get things doneWhat does motivation have to do with getting startedWhat skills fall into executive function (Carrie recommends you check out Smart But Scattered)Why are these skills so hard for some of us and easier for othersHow can we help our child who struggles with executive functionWhy language matters and shame is not a solutionBeing gentle with yourself while getting “the brain on board”Strategies for improving brain skills with your child and yourselfThe concept of body doubling and why it worksHow to make the invisible visible For the show notes and all the links mentioned in today’s episode, head to secretsofsupermom.com/180. Stay connected! www.secretsofsupermom.com Secrets of Supermom on Facebook Secrets of Supermom on Instagram iMOM Podcast If you need a mom friend right now, you’ve come to the right place. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
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