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Eric Kaufmann
29 minutes ago4 min read
A Google Drive Folder System for Neurodivergent Brains
Digital clutter is just as overwhelming as physical clutter. A simple Google Drive folder system can reduce stress and save time.
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Eric Kaufmann
6 days ago4 min read
How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome (4 Steps)
If imposter syndrome is holding you back, use these four questions to parse the stories you're telling yourself from what's truly happening.
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Eric Kaufmann
Feb 64 min read
How to Organize Your Google Drive (Without Overthinking It)
A cluttered Google Drive adds to stress, drains your executive functions, and makes simple tasks harder than they need to be.
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Eric Kaufmann
Jan 304 min read
The Countdown Effect (A Tool for Task Initiation)
This works because it stops overthinking and forces movement. It’s great for tasks we avoid due to boredom or fear.
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Eric Kaufmann
Jan 244 min read
The Key to Getting Stuff Done: How to Define What's Important
I’ve tried the Eisenhower Matrix and other strategies but I don’t know how to choose my most important tasks. Everything feels important!
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Eric Kaufmann
Jan 174 min read
The Skill Nobody Taught You: A 3-Step Process To Learn From Our Failures (2025)
Failure is unavoidable—but it doesn’t have to define you. When we see failure as a skill, we learn how to use it to grow as human beings.
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Eric Kaufmann
Jan 105 min read
What is Having Inattentive ADHD Like?
Adults with inattentive ADHD often struggle with working memory, sustained attention, and organization; all of which are executive functions
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Eric Kaufmann
Dec 19, 20244 min read
How to Plan Your Month in 20 Minutes
I get it—monthly planning isn’t fun. For those of us with ADHD, our interest-based nervous system doesn’t find planning exciting.
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Eric Kaufmann
Dec 18, 20243 min read
The Best Adult Executive Function Skills Articles of 2024
Here's your opportunity to rediscover my top strategies to improve executive function skills as an adult.
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Eric Kaufmann
Dec 16, 20244 min read
This Holiday Season, Put Yourself First (3 Tips)
I tried to keep up with every holiday tradition, no matter how exhausted or overwhelmed I felt. The pressure I put on myself led to burnout.
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Eric Kaufmann
Dec 10, 20244 min read
How to Manage Post-Vacation Stress
Post-vacation overwhelm is real, but avoiding a few common mistakes can make your first day back far less stressful.
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Eric Kaufmann
Dec 4, 20244 min read
Stop 'Should-ing' on Yourself in 3 Steps
It's time to stop 'should-ing' all over ourselves. The word 'should' creates guilt, shame and sends into the executive function shame spiral
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Eric Kaufmann
Nov 30, 20245 min read
How to Create Accountability In 4 Steps
For neurodivergent adults, the execution gap is a challenge. When our intentions don’t align with our actions, accountability can help.
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Eric Kaufmann
Nov 22, 20245 min read
How to Stick With a Habit
But those small steps build the root system for our future success.
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Eric Kaufmann
Nov 14, 20244 min read
How To Overcome the Fear of Requesting Time Off (3 Steps)
Thank you to our sponsors who keep this newsletter free to the reader: Defeat procrastination and unlock a new level of structure in your...
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Eric Kaufmann
Nov 8, 20244 min read
How to Remain Calm When Shit Hits the Fan
When s*** hits the fan, trying to push through the original plan isn’t effective. Instead, we need to be flexible and creative thinkers.Â
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Eric Kaufmann
Oct 31, 20244 min read
Forget Time Management and Discover Your "Prime Time"
Prime time is when your executive functions are at their best. During prime time, you feel energized, motivated, and focused.
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Eric Kaufmann
Oct 25, 20245 min read
How to Achieve Your Big Goals
Setting goals is crucial. But taking action is a whole other story. This strategy will help you make progress immediately.
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Eric Kaufmann
Oct 17, 20246 min read
How to Start Difficult Conversations (A Guide for Neurodivergent Adults)
Starting difficult conversations is hard, but avoiding them only builds stress. A framework makes these talks easier.
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Eric Kaufmann
Oct 11, 20244 min read
4 Steps to Tame Your Overflowing Inbox
Email isn’t just a task—it’s a project that requires solid executive function skills. Without a system, inbox overwhelm is inevitable.
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