When Your Executive Functions Fail You
Executive functions are the invisible skills we rely on every day—time management, working memory, focus, and more. When they falter, the impact can feel disproportionate, even defeating. But awareness is the first step toward change. In this article, I unpack my personal “EF fail,” and offer simple, effective strategies to build metacognition and self-awareness—so you can take back control of your time, your tasks, and your mind.