Ever feel like your brain is stuck in “oh‑no” mode when plans change? That’s your cognitive flexibility throwing a toddler‑sized tantrum. You don’t need mind yoga to get flexible—just three everyday tools: calendars, lists, and timers. Use them to shift, reorder, adapt, and keep your brain calm when life throws curveballs.

Our plans always sound great — until they fall apart. Whether it’s a missed opportunity, an unexpected detour, or a disappointment, how young people respond to change often matters more than the change itself. In this post, I share three actionable ways parents can support their child’s ability to adapt, learn, and grow in the face of setbacks.

Perfectionism often masks itself as motivation but can actually block productivity and flexibility. In this post, Lauren Eckert explores how perfectionism impacts executive function skills and shares practical ways to reframe your mindset, embrace imperfection, and take meaningful action.