🕰️ Executive Function for Daily Structure
Practical strategies to strengthen executive functioning skills for building consistent routines, improving organization, and managing daily responsibilities effectively.
What you'll learn:
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How to plan and structure your day for maximum productivity and reduced stress
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Techniques for prioritizing tasks, setting goals, and staying on track
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Strategies to adapt routines when challenges or unexpected events occur
Course content
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Section
1Section 1 – Mastering Morning and Evening Routines for Stability
- 1.1 – Why Routines Build Daily Stability 00:00:00
- 1.2 – Morning Rituals That Start the Day Right 00:00:00
- 1.3 – Evening Rituals That Promote Restful Sleep 00:00:00
- 1.4 – Breaking Down a Routine Into Simple Steps 00:00:00
- 1.5 – Using Timers and Reminders to Stay Consistent 00:00:00
- 1.6 – Creating a Personalized Morning Checklist 00:00:00
- 1.7 – Building a Calming Evening Wind-Down Plan 00:00:00
- 1.8 – Balancing Self-Care With Responsibilities 00:00:00
- 1.9 – Practicing Consistency Through Daily Repetition 00:00:00
- 1.10 – Overcoming Barriers to Routine (Lack of Time, Motivation) 00:00:00
- 1.11 – How to Restart After a Disrupted Day 00:00:00
- 1.12 – Tracking Routine Success in a Simple Way 00:00:00
- 1.13 – Linking Routines to Personal Goals 00:00:00
- 1.14 – Family or Household Routines for Support 00:00:00
- 1.15 – Reviewing and Improving Your Daily Routine 00:00:00
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Section
2Section 2 – Time Awareness: Building the Skill of Planning Ahead
- 2.1 – Understanding the Value of Time 00:00:00
- 2.2 – Breaking the Day Into Manageable Blocks 00:00:00
- 2.3 – Practicing Estimating How Long Tasks Will Take 00:00:00
- 2.4 – Using a Calendar or Planner Effectively 00:00:00
- 2.5 – Creating Daily Schedules That Work 00:00:00
- 2.6 – Recognizing Signs of Wasted Time 00:00:00
- 2.7 – Building the Habit of Looking Ahead 00:00:00
- 2.8 – Time Awareness in Work, School, and Home 00:00:00
- 2.9 – Managing Transition Times Between Activities 00:00:00
- 2.10 – How to Avoid Last-Minute Stress 00:00:00
- 2.11 – Practicing Time Awareness With Real-Life Examples 00:00:00
- 2.12 – Tracking Where Your Time Goes Each Day 00:00:00
- 2.13 – Prioritizing Urgent vs. Important Tasks 00:00:00
- 2.14 – Staying on Track With Visual Time Aids 00:00:00
- 2.15 – Reflecting on Weekly Time Use 00:00:00
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3Section 3 – Task Initiation: Overcoming Procrastination and Getting Started
- 3.1 – Understanding Why We Avoid Tasks 00:00:00
- 3.2 – Breaking Large Tasks Into Smaller Steps 00:00:00
- 3.3 – The 5-Minute Rule to Start Anything 00:00:00
- 3.4 – Using Visual Cues to Trigger Action 00:00:00
- 3.5 – Practicing “Start Now, Fix Later” 00:00:00
- 3.6 – Accountability Systems for Follow-Through 00:00:00
- 3.7 – Building Momentum With Easy Wins 00:00:00
- 3.8 – Setting Clear Start Times for Tasks 00:00:00
- 3.9 – Overcoming Mental Blocks With Positive Self-Talk 00:00:00
- 3.10 – Rewarding Small Progress Steps 00:00:00
- 3.11 – Using Alarms to Prompt Action 00:00:00
- 3.12 – Managing Anxiety Around Task Starting 00:00:00
- 3.13 – Creating Task Routines That Feel Automatic 00:00:00
- 3.14 – Practicing Initiation in Real-Life Scenarios 00:00:00
- 3.15 – Reflecting on What Helps You Get Started 00:00:00
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4Section 4 – Prioritization: Choosing What Matters Most Each Day
- 4.1 – What Is Prioritization and Why It Matters 00:00:00
- 4.2 – Identifying Daily Must-Do Tasks 00:00:00
- 4.3 – Differentiating Urgent vs. Important Tasks 00:00:00
- 4.4 – Ranking Tasks in Order of Value 00:00:00
- 4.5 – Using the “Top 3” Method Daily 00:00:00
- 4.6 – Time vs. Energy: Balancing Resources 00:00:00
- 4.7 – Practicing Decision-Making With Priorities 00:00:00
- 4.8 – Using Visual Tools to Rank Priorities 00:00:00
- 4.9 – Re-Evaluating When Priorities Shift 00:00:00
- 4.10 – Saying No to Lower-Priority Distractions 00:00:00
- 4.11 – How Prioritization Reduces Stress 00:00:00
- 4.12 – Practicing Prioritization in Daily Life 00:00:00
- 4.13 – Linking Priorities to Long-Term Goals 00:00:00
- 4.14 – Grouping Tasks by Importance 00:00:00
- 4.15 – Reviewing Weekly Priorities for Growth 00:00:00
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5Section 5 – Organization Systems: Keeping Spaces, Schedules, and Materials in Order
- 5.1 – Why Organization Supports Success 00:00:00
- 5.2 – Decluttering Physical Spaces Step by Step 00:00:00
- 5.3 – Creating a Simple Filing or Sorting System 00:00:00
- 5.4 – Organizing Digital Files and Emails 00:00:00
- 5.5 – Setting Up a Weekly Planner or Agenda 00:00:00
- 5.6 – Practicing “Put It Back Where It Belongs” 00:00:00
- 5.7 – Using Bins, Labels, or Folders Effectively 00:00:00
- 5.8 – Breaking Down Cleaning Into Small Chunks 00:00:00
- 5.9 – Building an Organization Habit Daily 00:00:00
- 5.10 – Reducing Overwhelm With Visual Systems 00:00:00
- 5.11 – Organizing School or Work Materials 00:00:00
- 5.12 – Practicing Quick 10-Minute Tidy Routines 00:00:00
- 5.13 – Organization as a Stress Management Tool 00:00:00
- 5.14 – Linking Organization to Time Management 00:00:00
- 5.15 – Reviewing and Improving Your System 00:00:00
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6Section 6 – Working Memory in Action: Remembering Steps and Following Through
- 6.1 – Understanding Working Memory Skills 00:00:00
- 6.2 – Practicing Simple Recall Exercises 00:00:00
- 6.3 – Using Checklists to Support Memory 00:00:00
- 6.4 – Breaking Down Instructions Into Steps 00:00:00
- 6.5 – Visualizing Steps Before Starting 00:00:00
- 6.6 – Repeating Key Information Out Loud 00:00:00
- 6.7 – Practicing Multi-Step Activities Daily 00:00:00
- 6.8 – Using Sticky Notes and Reminders 00:00:00
- 6.9 – How to Strengthen Recall Over Time 00:00:00
- 6.10 – Memory Aids for School or Work 00:00:00
- 6.11 – Linking Working Memory to Routines 00:00:00
- 6.12 – Practicing Remember-and-Do Activities 00:00:00
- 6.13 – How Sleep and Stress Affect Memory 00:00:00
- 6.14 – Reviewing Progress in Memory Skills 00:00:00
- 6.15 – Applying Working Memory in Daily Tasks 00:00:00
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7Section 7 – Self-Monitoring: Tracking Progress and Adjusting When Needed
- 7.1 – Understanding Self-Monitoring Skills 00:00:00
- 7.2 – Setting Daily Check-In Points 00:00:00
- 7.3 – Practicing Self-Reflection Questions 00:00:00
- 7.4 – Using Journals or Logs to Track Effort 00:00:00
- 7.5 – Monitoring Emotions During Tasks 00:00:00
- 7.6 – Practicing Pausing to Check Work 00:00:00
- 7.7 – Learning From Mistakes Without Shame 00:00:00
- 7.8 – Tracking Small Wins for Motivation 00:00:00
- 7.9 – Practicing Adjustments in Real Time 00:00:00
- 7.10 – Using Feedback as a Growth Tool 00:00:00
- 7.11 – Building Awareness of Triggers 00:00:00
- 7.12 – Practicing Daily Self-Check Routines 00:00:00
- 7.13 – Linking Monitoring to Goal Progress 00:00:00
- 7.14 – Identifying Patterns Over Time 00:00:00
- 7.15 – Reviewing Progress With Support 00:00:00
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8Section 8 – Flexibility: Adapting to Change Without Losing Structure
- 8.1 – What Flexibility Means in Daily Life 00:00:00
- 8.2 – Practicing Adjusting Plans Calmly 00:00:00
- 8.3 – Using Backup Plans When Things Shift 00:00:00
- 8.4 – Recognizing When to Pivot Quickly 00:00:00
- 8.5 – Reducing Anxiety Around Sudden Changes 00:00:00
- 8.6 – Practicing Flexible Thinking Games 00:00:00
- 8.7 – Re-Framing Challenges as Opportunities 00:00:00
- 8.8 – Building Emotional Resilience in Change 00:00:00
- 8.9 – Practicing Daily Flexibility Scenarios 00:00:00
- 8.10 – Linking Flexibility to Long-Term Goals 00:00:00
- 8.11 – Problem-Solving When Plans Fall Apart 00:00:00
- 8.12 – Practicing Role-Play Adjustments 00:00:00
- 8.13 – Learning From Past Adaptations 00:00:00
- 8.14 – Building Confidence in Handling Change 00:00:00
- 8.15 – Reviewing Weekly Flexibility Success 00:00:00
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9Section 9 – Emotional Regulation and Daily Productivity Balance
- 9.1 – Why Emotions Impact Productivity 00:00:00
- 9.2 – Identifying Emotional Triggers in the Day 00:00:00
- 9.3 – Practicing Breathing to Stay Centered 00:00:00
- 9.4 – Using Breaks to Reset Focus 00:00:00
- 9.5 – Naming Emotions to Manage Them 00:00:00
- 9.6 – Building Coping Strategies Into the Day 00:00:00
- 9.7 – Practicing Calming Routines at Work or Home 00:00:00
- 9.8 – Tracking Emotional Highs and Lows 00:00:00
- 9.9 – Practicing Positive Self-Talk in Stress 00:00:00
- 9.10 – Using Mindfulness to Stay Grounded 00:00:00
- 9.11 – Balancing Rest With Daily Demands 00:00:00
- 9.12 – Practicing Energy Management Skills 00:00:00
- 9.13 – Linking Emotional Balance to Productivity 00:00:00
- 9.14 – Creating a Personal Coping Plan 00:00:00
- 9.15 – Reviewing Daily Balance Success 00:00:00
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10Section 10 – Building Long-Term Habits That Support Independence
- 10.1 – What Makes a Habit Stick 00:00:00
- 10.2 – Identifying Habits That Build Stability 00:00:00
- 10.3 – Replacing Unhelpful Habits With Positive Ones 00:00:00
- 10.4 – Practicing Repetition for Habit Formation 00:00:00
- 10.5 – Building Daily Small Wins Into Habits 00:00:00
- 10.6 – Using Cues and Triggers to Support Habits 00:00:00
- 10.7 – Tracking Habits With Simple Tools 00:00:00
- 10.8 – Overcoming Barriers to Habit Success 00:00:00
- 10.9 – Linking Habits to Personal Values 00:00:00
- 10.10 – Practicing Habits in Real-Life Scenarios 00:00:00
- 10.11 – How to Restart After Breaking a Habit 00:00:00
- 10.12 – Reviewing Habits Weekly With Reflection 00:00:00
- 10.13 – Building Accountability Into Habits 00:00:00
- 10.14 – Celebrating Progress in Habit Formation 00:00:00
- 10.15 – Creating a Long-Term Habit Plan 00:00:00