

Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast
Darius Namdaran and Dr Erica Warren
The Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, co-hosted by Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran, is a biweekly exploration into improving executive functions. The series transforms complex brain science into accessible, practical strategies for enhancing cognitive skills. It investigates areas like boosting memory, improving cognitive flexibility, and offers tailored strategies. The podcast also examines lifestyle factors and technology on cognitive performance. Aimed at a diverse audience, from students to professionals, this podcast offers a practical guide for enhancing mental capabilities.
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Dec 22, 2022 • 56min
#30: Creating a Daily Practice to Aid Executive Functioning
Darius and Erica discuss how creating a mindful daily practice can rewire subconscious patterns that aren't serving us.What is the subconscious? The subconscious is part of your mind that notices and remembers information when you are not actively trying to do so and influences your behavior even though you do not realize it. Sub-conscious - below thought or awareness (automatic pilot)Taking control of the subconscious - decide what is subconscious. Plant new seeds in our subconscious. Reticular activating system - metacognition. Consciously programming our subconscious,Topics covered:Erica shares her simple morning routine:Go outside, morning light - Huberman “forward ambulation”Drinking Water with Himalayan saltFinding a “golden nugget” with Mark Nepo - The Book of AwakeningDoing a dance workoutSome strategies discussed:NFC tagsHabiticaRudolf Steiner school routine: 12 practices of Rudolf Steiner school routineBeanie babies for task completion with childrenTactile pieceDevelop habitsPhasing one in and phasing one outA daily practice helps to:Break old bad habitsEstablish ways to get to where you want to beRealize your best selfMoving through life consciously vs. subconsciouslyEnables us to improve EF skillsEnds repeating patterns that block growthHelps us analyze problems and unleash creativityMark Weston Quote: “The enemy of focus is habit.”What goes into the routine What stays in the moment (creative)LinksVision boards:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dream_board Phonological loop:https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/psychology/phonological-loop Permaculture:https://green-connect.com.au/heres-your-guide-to-the-12-principles-of-permaculture/ Canva:https://www.canva.com/ Procreate:https://procreate.com/ Executive Functioning Assessment:https://mymemorymentor.com/efcs/ One to one sessions with Dr. Warren:https://learningtolearn.biz/ One to one sessions with Darius:www.ivvi.appBulletMap Academy:https://bulletmapacademy.com/Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/Executive functions and Study Skills Course:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Good Sensory Learning:https://goodsensorylearning.com/Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes:https://tinyurl.com/4sx3eh3fhttps://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/Cognitive Flexibility:https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/Inhibitory Control: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Metacognition:https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/teaching-metacognitive-skills?_pos=1&_sid=8c4ed9b58&_ss=r Visualization: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice:https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory:https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by:https://ivvi.apphttps://goodsensorylearning.comhttps://learningspecialistcourses.comhttps://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessmenthttps://dropintoyourbestself.com/www.learningtolearn.bizhttps://dropintoyourbestself.com/

Dec 12, 2022 • 52min
#29: Executive Functioning Offers Tools to Access Your Best Self
In this episode, Erica and Darius discuss how executive functioning training can provide the tools for us to drop into our best selves.What is the best self? Proud of who you are and your accomplishments. Sense of inner peace Able to walk through life with a sense of intention and grace.Becoming your best self involves taking care of oneself and optimizing all areas of your life regulating emotions embracing growth limiting distractions embracing intentions and goalsTools of Working Memory:1. Inner voice: Negative to positive Anxious to calm Critical to kind2. Visualization: Focus attention Manifest what we want by consciously programming the reticular activating system. (sleep-wake cycles, cardiovascular control, pain modulation, consciousness, and habituation)Tools of Inhibitory Control:1. Develop attentional or focusing skills Maintain external order (organization) Maintain internal order2. Blocking distractions3. Emotional regulation4. MetacognitionTools of Cognitive flexibility:1. Diverse perspectives Compassion Creativity - out-of-the-box thinking2. Shifting from one task to anotherLinks: Vision boards: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dream_board Phonological loop: https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/psychology/phonological-loop Permaculture: https://green-connect.com.au/heres-your-guide-to-the-12-principles-of-permaculture/ Canva: https://www.canva.com/ Procreate: https://procreate.com/ Executive Functioning Assessment: https://mymemorymentor.com/efcs/ One to one sessions with Dr. Warren: https://learningtolearn.biz/ One to one sessions with Darius: www.ivvi.app BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/ Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive functions and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Good Sensory Learning: https://goodsensorylearning.com/ Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://tinyurl.com/4sx3eh3fhttps://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/ Cognitive Flexibility: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Inhibitory Control: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Metacognition: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/teaching-metacognitive-skills?_pos=1&_sid=8c4ed9b58&_ss=r Visualization: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by: https://ivvi.app https://goodsensorylearning.com https://learningspecialistcourses.com https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment https://dropintoyourbestself.com/ www.learningtolearn.biz https://dropintoyourbestself.com/

Nov 21, 2022 • 1h 10min
#28: Expedition Planning: Lessons in Executive Functioning
In this episode, Darius and Erica reflect upon the executive functioning lessons from Darius’ dingy sailing expedition from Ireland to Scotland. They use the metaphor of sailing a dingy to understand executive functioning skills and talk about key concepts.Topics covered: Domino decisions - finding those small things that can lead to disaster Mini goals Study strategies Managing emotions Self-sabotaging expectations Goal setting Emotional regulation Managing hurdles Fulfilling dreams Teamwork and leadership Proper planning Draw out your fears Draw out your planLinks: Expedition videos 1: https://youtu.be/WxNDAdiOUIg Expedition videos 2: https://youtu.be/xhGQUQf2qmE Expedition videos 3 https://youtu.be/69wmYWw5J3M Canva: https://www.canva.com/ Huberman Podcast - Visualizing and Achieving Goals: https://hubermanlab.com/dr-emily-balcetis-tools-for-setting-and-achieving-goals/ Eclectic Learning Approach and Student Processing Inventory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/student-processing-inventory-2?_pos=2&_sid=bb241d1c7&_ss=r Executive Functioning Assessment: https://mymemorymentor.com/efcs/ One to one sessions with Dr. Warren: https://learningtolearn.biz/ One to one sessions with Darius: www.ivvi.app BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/ Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive functions and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Good Sensory Learning: https://goodsensorylearning.com/ Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://tinyurl.com/4sx3eh3fhttps://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/ Cognitive Flexibility: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Inhibitory Control: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Metacognition: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/teaching-metacognitive-skills?_pos=1&_sid=8c4ed9b58&_ss=r Visualization: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by: https://ivvi.app https://goodsensorylearning.com https://learningspecialistcourses.com https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment https://dropintoyourbestself.com/ www.learningtolearn.biz https://dropintoyourbestself.com/

Nov 3, 2022 • 48min
#27: Executive Functions at Work
In this episode, Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren discuss how one’s executive function difficulties can affect an individual in the workplace. If who think differently, or experience symptoms of dyslexia or ADHD, this episode offers many tips and tricks. The discussion centers around how to “show up, prepare, contribute, and collaborate."How to Show Up Invest in a calendar that works for you Avoid double booking Dodge missing appointments Reply to emails and textsRecommended Tips: Use Google Calendar Use Amazon Echo or other devices Implement double or triple reminders Attend workplace strategy coaching Pursue training in time management and estimation.How to Prepare Avoid “winging it” Implement note-taking strategies Voice notes Handwritten Text Mindmapping OutlinesRecommended Tips: Use of techs like iPads and phone Implement optical character recognition Pursue training Use mind-mapping techniques Manage clutter Conduct prior researchHow to Contribute and Collaborate Getting things done Writing things down Visual representationsRecommended Tips: Use Tech tools Pursue training Consider S.M.A.R.T. Check out Asana Implement vision boards Try Google Keep Use voice-to-text softwareAccess to Work Scheme from the UK Technology tools Training options Strategy Coaching Awareness techniques IndependenceLinks: Asana: https://asana.com/ Getting Things Done: https://gettingthingsdone.com/ Sessions with Darius: www.dyslexiawork.com Sessions with Erica: www.learningtolearn.biz Erica’s Executive Functioning and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Executive Functioning Assessment: https://mymemorymentor.com/efcs/ One to one sessions with Dr. Warren: https://learningtolearn.biz/ One to one sessions with Darius: www.ivvi.app BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/ Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive functions and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Good Sensory Learning: https://goodsensorylearning.com/ Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://tinyurl.com/4sx3eh3fhttps://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/ Cognitive Flexibility: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Inhibitory Control: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Metacognition: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/teaching-metacognitive-skills?_pos=1&_sid=8c4ed9b58&_ss=r Visualization: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by: https://ivvi.app https://goodsensorylearning.com https://learningspecialistcourses.com https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment https://dropintoyourbestself.com/ www.learningtolearn.biz https://dropintoyourbestself.com/

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Oct 14, 2022 • 1h 8min
#26: Parental Support When Kids have EF Problems
In this episode, Darius and Erica discuss the importance of parental support for children with executive functioning problems.General executive functioning support: Set an example Be structured and organized Plan for events Be on time Think aloud Share your own strategies Help your kids define and use their own strategies Find an executive functioning coachHow to help with working memory Teach memory strategies Teach your kids how to use their inner voice Do activities that strengthen visualization skills Make connections to what they know Whiteboard - lists Photographs Scaffolding - Letting them do more and moreHow to help with inhibitory control Think aloud and share your own metacognitive approach Share how you regulate your own emotions Turning it into a game - what do you see? - What do you hear? Model how to pay attentionHow to help with cognitive flexibility Show acceptance of differences Demonstrate shifting from task to task Manage transitions Recognize creativity Taking risk assessmentsLinks: Sessions with Erica: www.learningtolearn.biz Sessions with Darius: www.dyslexiawork.com Erica’s Executive Functioning and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Nonviolent communication: https://amzn.to/3PFdBul Jordon Peterson: https://www.jordanbpeterson.com/ Executive Functioning Assessment: https://mymemorymentor.com/efcs/ One to one sessions with Dr. Warren: https://learningtolearn.biz/ One to one sessions with Darius: www.ivvi.app BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/ Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive functions and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Good Sensory Learning: https://goodsensorylearning.com/ Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://tinyurl.com/4sx3eh3fhttps://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/ Cognitive Flexibility: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Inhibitory Control: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Metacognition: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/teaching-metacognitive-skills?_pos=1&_sid=8c4ed9b58&_ss=r Visualization: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by: https://ivvi.app https://goodsensorylearning.com https://learningspecialistcourses.com https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment https://dropintoyourbestself.com/ www.learningtolearn.biz

Sep 30, 2022 • 51min
#25: Our Personal EF Hacks: Cognitive Flexibility
In this episode, Darius and Erica share some personal life hacks, tools, and technology for managing cognitive flexibility.How cognitive flexibility works Managing different rules for different situations Realizing diverse perspectives Shifting from one task to anotherPersonal executive function hacks Find joy and excitement in new learning experiences Be compassionate, accepting, and positive Seek a diverse group of friends Try new approaches Seek solutions and a growth mindset Manage the amygdala - unexpected emotional reactions Network and have conversations with other professionals - ask questions - consider other viewpoints Books and audiobooks - expand our outlook - The New Earth by Eckart Tolle Journaling - writing - drawing Find your gurus. Going outside of yourself Have experiences that nurture flexibility - sailing - outward bounds - golf Step into the moment - work with realityManage the amygdala Going outside first thing in the morning and walking Access the calm inner voice Make small good decisions Step away and calm down Slow downTechnology Suggestions Computer, phones, video chats, Internet, Youtube Groups - Reddit - Quora - Facebook… Meetups Coworking spaces Pen and paper Mind maps and outline Drawings, diagrams, tables, flow charts DebatesLinks A New Earth by Eckart Tolle: https://amzn.to/3RQdcGI Nonviolent Communication by Marshal Rosenburg: https://amzn.to/3zkmgwn Kiri and Lou: https://youtu.be/36Ox2LpFaPA Eclectic Learning Profile: https://goodsensorylearning.com/search?type=product&q=eclectic+ The Wim Hof Method: https://www.wimhofmethod.com/ Executive Functioning Assessment: https://mymemorymentor.com/efcs/ One to one sessions with Dr. Warren: https://learningtolearn.biz/ One to one sessions with Darius: www.ivvi.app BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/ Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive functions and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Good Sensory Learning: https://goodsensorylearning.com/ Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://tinyurl.com/4sx3eh3fhttps://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/ Cognitive Flexibility: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Inhibitory Control: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Metacognition: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/teaching-metacognitive-skills?_pos=1&_sid=8c4ed9b58&_ss=r Visualization: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by: https://ivvi.app https://goodsensorylearning.com https://learningspecialistcourses.com https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment https://dropintoyourbestself.com/ www.learningtolearn.biz

Sep 16, 2022 • 56min
#24 Zoom and Executive Function
In this episode, Darius and Erica share thoughts on the online, video-communications tool, Zoom. The discussion focuses on how Zoom can be used to support and assist our executive functioning. Discussion: Visual features: background blurring, visual composition, gallery vs individual view Auditory features: sound quality, headphone Tools: annotations, breakouts, whiteboard, screen share, remote control, recording, chatLinks: Zoom: https://zoom.us/ “Teaching Walk Thrus” by Oliver Caviglioli and Tom Sherrington Freeform: https://techcrunch.com/2022/06/06/freeform-is-apples-take-on-a-digital-whiteboard/ Method of Loci: https://www.verywellhealth.com/will-the-method-of-loci-mnemonic-improve-your-memory-98411 Emotional Regulation: https://positivepsychology.com/emotion-regulation/ Logitech Camera: https://www.logitech.com/en-ph/products/webcams.html Zoom Features: https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/category?id=kb_category&kb_category=42927a128720391089a37408dabb3572 Five love languages: https://www.verywellmind.com/can-the-five-love-languages-help-your-relationship-4783538 Executive Functioning Assessment: https://mymemorymentor.com/efcs/ One to one sessions with Dr. Warren: https://learningtolearn.biz/ One to one sessions with Darius: www.ivvi.app BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/ Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive functions and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Good Sensory Learning: https://goodsensorylearning.com/ Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://tinyurl.com/4sx3eh3fhttps://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/ Cognitive Flexibility: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Inhibitory Control: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Metacognition: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/teaching-metacognitive-skills?_pos=1&_sid=8c4ed9b58&_ss=r Visualization: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by: https://ivvi.app https://goodsensorylearning.com https://learningspecialistcourses.com https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment https://dropintoyourbestself.com/ www.learningtolearn.biz

Sep 2, 2022 • 32min
#23: Our Personal EF Hacks: Inhibitory Control
In this episode, Darius and Erica share some personal life hacks, tools, and technology to develop inhibitory control skills. how inhibitory control works personal executive function hacks Time blocking Calendars Reminders Managing your environment - physical - visual - desk position Lighting Clothing - uniform - shoes - glasses Sound quality Creating a focused routineTechnology Split screens Thesaurus TickTick Asana Google Calendar Google Keep FM Systems Airpods and headphones (noise cancelling) ZoomLinks Eisenhower’s Urgent/Important Principle: https://www.mindtools.com/al1e0k5/eisenhowers-urgentimportant-principle Google Keep: https://keep.google.com/ Google Calendar: https://calendar.google.com/ Asana: https://app.asana.com/ Zoom: https://zoom.us/ Access to Work Advice: Contact Darius @ www.dyslexiawork.com Learning Specialist Courses: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive Functioning Assessment: https://mymemorymentor.com/efcs/ One to one sessions with Dr. Warren: https://learningtolearn.biz/ One to one sessions with Darius: www.ivvi.app BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/ Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive functions and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Good Sensory Learning: https://goodsensorylearning.com/ Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://tinyurl.com/4sx3eh3fhttps://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/ Cognitive Flexibility: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Inhibitory Control: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Metacognition: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/teaching-metacognitive-skills?_pos=1&_sid=8c4ed9b58&_ss=r Visualization: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by: https://ivvi.app https://goodsensorylearning.com https://learningspecialistcourses.com https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment https://dropintoyourbestself.com/ www.learningtolearn.biz

Aug 19, 2022 • 48min
#22: Our Personal EF Hacks: Working Memory
In this episode, Darius and Erica share some personal life hacks, tools and technology to maximize your working memory. Darius and Ericas’ personal executive function hacks What is working memory? Visualization, visual-spatial, and inner voice - using the tools of working memory Working memory and memory strategies Technology tools and techniquesUnderstanding the Foundation Visualization Inner VoiceTools and Techniques Split screen Whiteboard Underlining keywords Repeating questions Memory strategies Brainstorming with bullet points Drawing Color coding ListsTechnology Ipad Voice to text Slack/Asana/Trello/OtterLinks Working Memory by Alan Baddeley: https://www.simplypsychology.org/working-memory.html “Episodic Buffer” - https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/psychology/episodic-buffer Richard Branson: https://www.virgin.com/branson-family/richard-branson-blog Hooking: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/memory-hooks Simultaneous processing: https://www.mycll.org/for-parents-and-teachers/organizing-and-processing Otter: https://otter.ai/ Trello: https://trello.com/en Asana: https://app.asana.com/ Slack: https://slack.com/ Google Keep: https://keep.google.com/ Google Calendar: https://calendar.google.com/ Asana: https://app.asana.com/ Zoom: https://zoom.us/ Access to Work Advice: Contact Darius @ www.dyslexiawork.com Learning Specialist Courses: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive Functioning Assessment: https://mymemorymentor.com/efcs/ One to one sessions with Dr. Warren: https://learningtolearn.biz/ One to one sessions with Darius: www.ivvi.app BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/ Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive functions and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Good Sensory Learning: https://goodsensorylearning.com/ Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://tinyurl.com/4sx3eh3fhttps://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/ Cognitive Flexibility: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Inhibitory Control: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Metacognition: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/teaching-metacognitive-skills?_pos=1&_sid=8c4ed9b58&_ss=r Visualization: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by: https://ivvi.app https://goodsensorylearning.com https://learningspecialistcourses.com https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment https://dropintoyourbestself.com/ www.learningtolearn.biz

Aug 8, 2022 • 57min
#21: Do I have ADHD and does it Impact Executive Functions?
In this episode, Erica and Darius discuss the symptoms of ADHD from both the UK and US perspective. They also discuss how this relates to executive functioning and other diagnoses such as dyslexia. Finally, they address how to acquire a diagnosis, as well as some solutions to ADHD.Here is a combined symptoms list as defined by the United Kingdom NHS and the United States DSM5 criteria.Symptoms of Inattentiveness (difficulty concentrating and focusing) Short attention span Difficulty sustaining attention or staying on task Easily distracted (including unrelated thoughts) Makes careless mistakes/lacks attention to detail Fails to follow through on tasks and instructions Forgetful in daily activities Avoids/dislikes tasks requiring sustained mental effort Difficulty listening to and carrying out instructions.Does not seem to listen when spoken to directly Problems organizing tasks and managing time Loses things necessary for tasks/activitiesHyperactivity and impulsivity Problems sitting still and leaves seat in situations when remaining seated is expected Constant fidgeting and excessive physical movement Talks excessively Difficulty waiting turn Acting without thinking Blurts out answers Interrupts or intrudes on others Experiences feelings of restlessness Has difficulty engaging in quiet, leisurely activities Is “on-the-go” or acts as if “driven by a motor”Links: Dan Sullivan - Strategic coach: www.StrategicCoach.com NHS: https://www.nhs.uk/search/results?q=ADHD&page=0 CHADD: https://chadd.org/ DSM5 Diagnostic Criteria: https://www.aafp.org/dam/AAFP/documents/patient_care/adhd_toolkit/adhd19-assessment-table1.pdf Working Memory by Alan Baddeley: https://www.simplypsychology.org/working-memory.html Access to Work Advice: Contact Darius @ www.dyslexiawork.com Learning Specialist Courses: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive Functioning Assessment: https://mymemorymentor.com/efcs/ One to one sessions with Dr. Warren: https://learningtolearn.biz/ One to one sessions with Darius: www.ivvi.app BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/ Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ Executive functions and Study Skills Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Good Sensory Learning: https://goodsensorylearning.com/ Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://tinyurl.com/4sx3eh3fhttps://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/ Cognitive Flexibility: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/dyslexia-and-executive-function Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/ Inhibitory Control: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/poor-executive-functioning?_pos=3&_sid=19d2b3888&_ss=r Metacognition: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/teaching-metacognitive-skills?_pos=1&_sid=8c4ed9b58&_ss=r Visualization: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-improved-attention-and-memory-for-optimal-learning?_pos=8&_sid=a9d61809a&_ss=r Inner Voice: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-app?_pos=1&_sid=604e0b13e&_ss=r Working Memory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/working-memory Brought to you by: https://ivvi.app https://goodsensorylearning.com https://learningspecialistcourses.com https://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessment https://dropintoyourbestself.com/ www.learningtolearn.biz