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The Power of Habit Tracking: Why You Should Track Your Habits

Aug 114 min read

The Power of Habit Tracking: Why You Should Track Your Habits

Each checkmark in habit tracking tells a story of growth. Seeing our progress fuels motivation and transforms our lives, step by step.

Eric Kaufmann

Aug 43 min read

How to Have a More Productive Day

We can't always avoid being pulled in 50 different directions, but we can use our executive functions to make every day productive.

Eric Kaufmann

Jul 284 min read

How to Commit to Your To-Do List

Create a Ulysses Pact to stay focused and overcome distractions. Plan ahead to eliminate temptations and boost productivity.

Eric Kaufmann

Jul 214 min read

How to Manage Email Overload

I spent 14 hours per week on email. With timeboxing and turning off notifications, I halved my email time. Ready to reclaim your time?

How to Assess Your Executive Function Skills as an Adult (For Free)

Eric Kaufmann

Jul 144 min read

How to Assess Your Executive Function Skills as an Adult (For Free)

Discover your executive function strengths and weaknesses with free assessments.

Why Am I Losing Motivation For My Goals? (And What To Do About It)

Eric Kaufmann

Jul 74 min read

Why Am I Losing Motivation For My Goals? (And What To Do About It)

When we set a goal, our motivation is at an all-time high. But, as time passes, we lose motivation. This is The Middle Problem.

How to Navigate Decisive Moments: Impulse Control & Positive Decision Making

Eric Kaufmann

Jun 305 min read

How to Navigate Decisive Moments: Impulse Control & Positive Decision Making

Decisive moments set the tone for your day. Control the first one, and you shape your productivity and well-being.

The Neurodivergent Packing Guide (Travel Series 2024)

Eric Kaufmann

Jun 234 min read

The Neurodivergent Packing Guide (Travel Series 2024)

Most neurodivergent adults I know struggle to pack. Packing requires excellent executive functions. Think about it -- planning,...

Master Meal Planning: A Guide for Busy and Neurodivergent Adults

Eric Kaufmann

Jun 145 min read

Master Meal Planning: A Guide for Busy and Neurodivergent Adults

Eating healthy is tough. My 20-minute meal planning system simplifies it, saves money, and suits neurodivergent adults. Learn how.

The Power of Silence: Becoming a Better Listener

Eric Kaufmann

Jun 64 min read

The Power of Silence: Becoming a Better Listener

Explore the power of silence in becoming a better listener. Learn five essential tips to enhance your listening skills and relationships.

Manage Anxiety Like a Navy SEAL: Box Breathing

Eric Kaufmann

May 303 min read

Manage Anxiety Like a Navy SEAL: Box Breathing

After a long weekend, my anxiety skyrocketed until I used a short breathing exercise taught to Navy SEALS: box breathing.

Understanding the Relationship Between Environment and Executive Functions

Eric Kaufmann

May 236 min read

Understanding the Relationship Between Environment and Executive Functions

Design your environment with intention and your executive functions can thrive—make good habits easy and distractions difficult.

Digital Organization and ADHD: Why It Matters

Eric Kaufmann

May 164 min read

Digital Organization and ADHD: Why It Matters

When we are disorganized, we struggle to regulate emotions and manage stress. This impacts our performance at work and self-esteem.

Eric Kaufmann

May 104 min read

How to Declutter Browser Tabs (2024)

Overwhelmed by browser tabs? Discover effective strategies to declutter browser tabs, boost focus, and reduce stress.

1 Routine to Improve Work Life Balance with ADHD

Eric Kaufmann

May 34 min read

1 Routine to Improve Work Life Balance with ADHD

I love my job, but it shouldn’t invade time with family and friends. Last year, work took over my life. One small tweak changed everything

How to make effective decisions (like Jeff Bezos)

Eric Kaufmann

Apr 263 min read

How to make effective decisions (like Jeff Bezos)

Struggle with decisions? Learn how to make swift and effective decisions with a proven framework for neurodivergent adults.

The benefit of micro breaks (the Mountain of Dread part III)

Eric Kaufmann

Apr 193 min read

The benefit of micro breaks (the Mountain of Dread part III)

Discover the power of micro breaks. Learn how to improve focus and motivation with evidence based strategies.

The secret to task initiation: body doubling (the Mountain of Dread part II)

Eric Kaufmann

Apr 124 min read

The secret to task initiation: body doubling (the Mountain of Dread part II)

Do you have a strategy to overcome procrastination? Learn the secret to task initiation: body doubling.

How to climb the Mountain of Dread (part I)

Eric Kaufmann

Apr 93 min read

How to climb the Mountain of Dread (part I)

Conquer the Mountain of Dread (your most draining task) with the I.A.M. Method.

Adult EF Skills 101: How to become a flexible thinker

Eric Kaufmann

Mar 285 min read

Adult EF Skills 101: How to become a flexible thinker

Learn 3 practical strategies to become a more flexible thinker.

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