Anxiety arises at the most inopportune moments. When it does, its message debilitates with a long list of negatives about our own potential. Mental habits need to be eased into new directions. Using the word “yet” offers a little crack in that storm. Adding that simple word at the end of your sentence can help […]
When To Consider Executive Function Coaching
With parents and educators growing more attuned to the broad range of factors that affect students’ success, executive function coaching has become an increasingly popular part of families’ educational planning. Based on explicit instruction in strategies for organization, time management, and effective task completion, executive function coaching is often used when deficits in these areas […]
Simple Advice for a Great School Year: Planning and Organizational Systems
If you ask students what it takes to get good grades, many would probably say “being smart” and “studying hard.” But after years of working with students of all ages, it is clear that the key to scholastic success really comes from having a plan and working hard to stick to that plan. We often […]
How Can We Help Our Students With Anxiety and ADHD?
How often have you heard these statements? “I just want to get this right.” “If I can’t find the right word to use here the sentence won’t be perfect.” “It’s so hard to put all the pieces together on paper.” “What if I don’t get an A?” “How do I compare with my peers?” “Sometimes […]
Looking Beyond The Ivy League For Success
Ten years after graduating from Princeton University, I continue to see my peers achieve success in a wide variety of fields whether they attended an equally prestigious Ivy League school, a small liberal arts college, or a large public university. Anecdotally, I find that a person’s drive and dedication determine their success, not just the […]
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