Definitions
What is executive functioning?
A set of mental skills that help you manage your thoughts, actions, and emotions to achieve goals.
What is a growth mindset?
The belief that intelligence, abilities, and talents can be developed through dedication, effort, and learning from mistakes
What are skill sets included in executive functioning?
Examples include: Planning, organization, task initiation, perseverance, prioritization...
Motivation is fleeting and not always available.
True
What is prioritization?
The action or process of deciding the importance or urgency of something.
The belief that qualities like intelligence and talent are static and unchangeable, rather than abilities that can be developed through effort and learning
When we are prioritizing, how should we decide what tasks to complete first?
We should prioritize more important tasks first.
Fear of failure is a reason for procrastination?
True
What is discipline?
The consistent effort to follow through on a plan, even when faced with challenges or distractions.
What is procrastination?
Putting off tasks until the last minute, even when it causes stress or negative consequences.
Motivation is the _____, discipline is the _______
"why" & "do"
What is motivation?
The initial spark that gets you started on a task: it is the desire to achieve something.
What is the pomodoro technique?
The method of working in focused 25-minute intervals with short 5 minute breaks.
Why is it important to have a growth mindset over a fixed mindset?
It helps us:
1. Learn & improve: more likely to challenge yourself, learn faster, and become stronger problem solvers.
2. Handle setbacks: More equipped to handle setbacks because they know hard work and effort helps them learn and achieve results.
3. Positive effects on mental health
4. Less likely to procrastinate
Executive Functions are like an air traffic controller. Imagine a busy airport filled with planes coming and going. Airports need someone in charge to help the planes figure out when and where to land and take off.
True
What is perserverance?
Doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.
What is catastrophizing?
When someone jumps to the worst possible conclusion. One of the biggest reasons for procrastination.
What are ways we can overcome procrastination?
1. Set realistic goals
2. Time management
3. Pomodoro Technique
4. Identify distractions
5. Reward system
6. Positive self-talk
7. Get rid of catastrophizing
8. Focus on your "why"
Sticking to a workout routine even when tired and studying regularly for an exam, regardless of how you feel, are examples of discipline.
True