EF Bomb Podcast - Executive Function Skills for Neurodivergent Women

Developing a growth mindset is the foundation of all things related to personal growth and development. It’s the first thing I talk about to clients when we discuss executive function skills. Why? Because many people with executive  dysfunction  have a fixed mindset and simply don’t think they can improve their executive functioning. They believe it’s “just the way they are.” The first step in imp...

Staying organized can be tough for anyone, especially if you struggle with executive functioning. However, when life gets busy, trying to stay on top of everything can be overwhelming. In this guide for organization for busy people, we’ll look at some simple strategies to help keep you on track so you can feel more in control of your schedule. If you’d like to learn more about executive functionin...

If you look at the most successful people in the world, one thing they all have in common is confidence. The power of confidence allows you to have faith in yourself and your abilities. If you’ve been struggling with executive functioning most of your life, you might also be struggling to be confident. When your brain doesn’t work like other people’s and you don’t function the way they do, it’s ea...

Just as it is beneficial to understand the psychology of clutter, it’s also important to understand the psychology of organization. Being organized can have a positive impact on many aspects of our lives, so let’s take a look at what being organized entails. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, check out my free course: Executive Function and Neurodivergence   If you’re a woman...

Clutter and getting rid of it are perennial hot topics, which is why I think it’s important to look at the psychology behind clutter. What causes us to collect so much stuff, and then struggle to get rid of it? What impact does all that stuff have on our lives and our well-being? If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, check out my free course: Executive Function and Neurodivergen...

Becoming a morning person isn’t for everyone. Some people are naturally night owls and the thought of waking up extra early not only doesn’t appeal to them but it will probably also never work. But for many people, waking up a little earlier can make a huge difference in what they are able to accomplish and how they manage their life. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, check...

The everyday demands of life can take their toll on anyone, but moms face extra challenges. Most moms strive for a balanced lifestyle in order to keep their families running smoothly. Achieving that balance relies heavily on using executive functioning skills. However, if you have executive dysfunction, this is a double whammy. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, check out my...

To help you meet your decluttering goals let’s look at some of the most common clutter areas and some tools to help you organize them. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, check out my free course:   Executive Function and Neurodivergence If you’re a woman who wants to improve her executive function skills, check out my Facebook group and membership.  Executive Function Support...

Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and stressed out on a daily basis? You may need to declutter your mind. Just like with decluttering your physical space, decluttering your mind can help you reduce stress, increase productivity, and even improve your overall well-being. In this episode, we will discuss what mind decluttering is, the benefits of decluttering your mind, and how to declutter your m...

As you work on trying to organize your life, you can easily slip into decluttering overwhelm. As someone with executive dysfunction, decluttering and organizing tap into many of the skills you struggle with. It all seems like SO MUCH. The process of lightening the load can be daunting, so let’s look at some ways to handle the overwhelm before diving into the steps to take to declutter. If you’d li...

We all have days when we feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and disconnected from ourselves. But the good news is that incorporating daily wellness habits into our lives can help us stay connected to our inner selves and promote overall well-being. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, check out my free course: Executive Function and Neurodivergence If you’re a woman who wants to impr...

We all have days when we can’t seem to get out of bed, when the thought of getting up and facing the day seems too daunting. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Crafting a positive daily routine can help you start each day on the right foot and make the most of your time. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, check out my free course: Executive Function and Neurodivergence If yo...

Decluttering can be overwhelming for most people, but if you struggle with executive dysfunction, you might not be able to even start. In this episode, we'll talk about the do's and don'ts of decluttering. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, check out my free course: Executive Function and Neurodivergence If you’re a woman who wants to improve her executive functio...

Bullet journaling has become super popular in recent years, especially with neurodivergent people because of its customizable nature. In this episode, I'll go over the basics of bullet journaling and how to get started. Resources mentioned: Bullet Journal Resources: Dotted Journal Kit with markers The ADHD Bullet Journal Lined journal Grid-lined Journal Ultra- fine point pens If you’d like to...

When we want to be more productive, most people focus on time management. While that is important, energy management also plays a huge role. In this episode, we'll talk about prioritizing your tasks to fit your energy levels so you can be more productive. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, check out my free course: Executive Function and Neurodivergence If you’re a woman...

You might've heard me talk about the importance of using some kind of planner, and even if you're willing to try, you might not be successful. Creating a daily planner routine is key because consistency will impact your success. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, check out my free course: Executive Function and Neurodivergence If you’re a woman who wants to improve he...

This episode is a short one because it's filled with ideas and resources. Organization doesn’t come naturally to most people. While you might understand the benefits of being organized, it can be overwhelming if you’re a naturally messy person. Here are the links from the episode: Here are some resources to help you on your organization journey: Videos: 10 Clever Home Organization Ideas 10 Bes...

We all have things we do that waste time. In this episode, we going to talk about 5 common time sucks that could be impeding your progress and how to overcome them. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, check out my free course: Executive Function and Neurodivergence If you’re a woman who wants to improve her executive function skills, check out my Facebook group and membership....

The most successful people all know that the path to success is about having goals. In this episode, we're going to talk about not only how to set goals but also how to plan for and overcome obstacles so you can actually achieve your goals. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, check out my free course: Executive Function and Neurodivergence If you’re a woman who wants to im...

We all know we need to create goals if we want to be successful. Learning to create SMART goals can set the foundations for success. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, take my free course: Executive Function and Neurodivergence If you’re a woman who wants to improve her executive function skills, join my Facebook group and membership. Executive Function Support for Women EF B...

What if you could spend a weekend organizing and decluttering to give yourself some peace? As a neurodivergent person, you may struggle with the amount of clutter in your life. It seems like a daunting task to declutter. In this episode, we'll talk about how to tackle this one weekend at a time. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, take my free course: Executive Function an...

We all like pretty things, but there are many reasons to color code your planner besides aesthetics. we'll dive into some of those reasons in this episode. Sign up for my newsletter to get some free printable planner pages If you’re a woman who wants to improve her executive function skills, join my Facebook group and membership. Executive Function Support for Women EF Bomb Membership

Everyone needs some easy ways to organize their lives. We know we feel better when things are organized but if you struggle with executive functioning, you might not even know where to start. If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, take my free course: Executive Function and Neurodivergence If you’re a woman who wants to improve her executive function skills, join my Facebook grou...

While I believe that everyone should be using some kind of planner, it's important that you consider what type of planner will work best for you and your life. In this episode, I discuss different types of planners and things you should consider when choosing. Article on digital planners: digital-planners Happy Journal planners: https://thehappyplanner.com/ Sign up for my newsletter to get som...

In this episode, I give you the 3 steps for building a habit and 6 hacks that can help you be successful in your habit building. Article on how long it takes to build habits: new-habit Article on ADHD and habits: https://marlacummins.com/adhd-and-habits-making-them-stick/ If you’d like to learn more about executive functioning, take my free course: Executive Function and Neurodivergence If you’re...