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Executive Functioning: Flexibility
Flexibility, in terms of Executive Functioning, means to be able to deal with changes and accommodate for problems that come up. This is crucial. Out of all ten of the EF skills, one could argue that this is the one that is the most necessary to get through life. Things change, and if we cannot adapt to those changes, we cannot be successful. Here are some tips on dealing with change.
Executive Functioning: Self-Control
Self-control is the ability to regulate your thoughts, emotions and actions. It is something we always expect kids to have, but never explicitly teach. We may tell kids "use your inside voice" or "this is how you should sit on the carpet in the classroom" or "keep your hands to yourself," but what about in the instances where self-control is hard to practice?