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A Simple Morning Habit to Strengthen Emotional Awareness and Executive Function
Emotional control is a foundational executive function skill. Every decision we make, every action we take, is fueled by our emotional state. Dr. Marc Brackett’s Mood Meter makes emotional awareness simple. In less than 30 seconds, we can check in, name what we feel, and start the day grounded instead of reactive.
Eric Kaufmann
Dec 5, 20257 min read
How to Do Hard Things: A Neurodivergent Guide to Befriending Resistance
If you struggle with resistance, it’s not because you’re lazy, broken, or destined for mediocracy. It’s because no one ever taught you how to befriend resistance.
Eric Kaufmann
Oct 24, 20257 min read
How to Stop Playing the Comparison Game (3 Neurodivergent-Friendly Steps)
In reflection, I’ve realized how low my confidence and self-esteem were in high school. A large part of that was because I constantly played a mental game I could never win. Every day, it chipped away at my self-esteem.
Eric Kaufmann
Oct 3, 20255 min read
How to Make Better Decisions Using Your Locus of Control
All of these are signs that your executive function skills are being overwhelmed. And it makes sense. Without a system for sorting the chaos, everything feels urgent and impossible. This tool takes less than five minutes and helps you reset your focus and regain control.
Eric Kaufmann
May 1, 20254 min read
Manage Anxiety Like a Navy SEAL: Box Breathing
After a long weekend, my anxiety skyrocketed until I used a short breathing exercise taught to Navy SEALS: box breathing.
Eric Kaufmann
May 30, 20243 min read
3 evidence-based strategies to improve emotional control
Learn 3 evidence-based strategies to improve your emotional control today.
Eric Kaufmann
Jan 4, 20246 min read