Executive Functioning 1
The ability to think before you act.
self control
The ability to create a road map to reach a goal.
Planning/ Prioritizing
What are coping skills?
Something to manage big feelings.
Name 3 executive functioning skills?
Perseverance, Organization, Planning, Goal Setting, Task Initiation, Working Memory, Emotional Control, Time management etc.
The ability to push through things that challenge you
Perseverance
The ability to create and maintain systems to keep track of information.
Organization
What is one healthy way to manage anger?
Mindfulness, exercise, stress ball
What are 3 strategies that will help you develop a growth mindset?
Change your words, Use the word Yet, View mistakes or failure as a way of learning, focus on grit/resilience, remember your brain can change (It's science)
The ability to manage emotions.
Emotional Control
The ability to start a task without hesitation
Task Initiation
True or False: Planning your week is an example of an executive functioning skill.
True
What does it mean to have a growth mindset?
You don't avoid, shut down, or give up when faced with challenge
The ability to maintain focus.
Attention
The ability to change plans.
Flexibility
What does mindfulness mean?
Being present in the moment.
What are 3 things you can do when you don't know what to do (in class)?
Ask a peer for help, read the instructions, look at examples, ask the teacher.
The ability to begin tasks without hesitation.
Task Initiation
These are the skills you need to control your thinking, feelings, and behavior so you can reach a goal.
Executive Functioning Skills
True or False: You can practice executive functioning skills to help improve them
True
Do you have to stick to the same goal if you are not meeting your check points?
No! Adjust as needed