Parents, a lot of the parents that I work with want to learn how to stop coddling, rescuing, enabling their child because they know that it's not working, they are not listening or accepting our help, AND it often makes things worse because their relationship gets strained and the child can experience "learned helplessness" where they do not know how to problem solve on their own. Here I go DEEP into how to change the conversation so you can better support your child. Leave a comment with your … [Read more...]

Look parents and teachers, we've got some real problems right now. Here I detail some of the big concerns I am hearing about and explore what we can do to support everyone better. Leave a comment below and share your thoughts! 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Subscribe, like & comment to support my work.  👉 Share: To support me, please *CLICK* at the bottom to share on FB or Pinterest.✏️ EF101: Here’s my jumpstart course for parents and teachers.💚 Give: Love my … [Read more...]

Parents and teachers, Pills Don't Teach Skills is a term used to describe how important it is to help teach students the EF SKILLS they need to learn, and how medication can help, but it's not magic. Here I tell you the key ideas that I think will help you help the students you care about. 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Subscribe, like & comment to support my work.  👉 Share: To support me, please *CLICK* at the bottom to share on FB or … [Read more...]

Debbie Reber of TiLT Parenting Podcast and I hear from a LOT of parents, and we're seeing so much struggle right now. Here we have a real conversation designed to help parents AND teachers. We validate specifically how insane it is to navigate these times and shed light on what you might be able to do about it to support yourself and your kids/students with confidence. 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Subscribe, like & comment to support my work.  👉 Share: To … [Read more...]

Here I speak to parents and teachers who are interested in Executive Function and giftedness, but this is great for anyone because I teach 15 strategies for supporting EF. 💚 Give: Love my work and want to donate? 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Subscribe, like & comment to support my work.  👉 Share: To support me, please *CLICK* at the bottom to share on FB or Pinterest.✏️ EF101: Here’s my jumpstart course for parents and teachers.🙏 Thanks! — Seth … [Read more...]

Here's a talk I did for teachers and soon to be teachers with the Student Chapter of Courage to Risk and CU Denver Student Council for exceptional children Grad students about how to support kids with EF. I detail about 10 key strategies. … [Read more...]

Great discussion for parents and teachers about the Math complications of this fall, including several practical tips. See Adrianne's site at https://madeformath.com/. Click here to download the PDF. What do you think? Leave a comment at the bottom of this page! 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Subscribe, like & comment to support my work.👉 Share: To support me, please *CLICK* at the bottom to share on FB or Pinterest.✏️ EF101: Here’s my jumpstart course for parents … [Read more...]

On our TEFOS facebook group, one of the parents had a phenomenal question, "There was an emphasis on parents diving in, doing deep work, and processing childhood issues in several presentations. How do you even get started with that? I have a great counselor, but she hasn’t delved too much into my childhood. Does it help to have a counselor versed in giftedness? Are there any good books? How do you start that conversation with your counselor?" In this video I'll break down some of the … [Read more...]

Student Success Mindsets for Fall 2020 Good thoughts. Good deeds. Good actions. Parents: Please watch entire video then share with your child if you think it may be helpful. About: To get the most out of this video, print & post this PDF it where you will easily see it (you can post in multiple places). This PDF has the mindsets from this video. Read this daily in the morning and before you go to sleep. While reading, envision it all happening, because you are a strong … [Read more...]

We know this fall is full of educational uncertainty! So if your child already struggles with executive function, it will be even more challenging with all the disruptions this fall! This video explains 3 KEY areas to consider and I give you a clear framework to help you get going with more sanity! Get ready to hit pause a lot and take some notes! 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Subscribe, like & comment to support my work.👉 Share: To support me, please *CLICK* at the … [Read more...]

Get ready to hit PAUSE a lot! In this vid I go FAST to help students figure out how to use Google Cal to make life EASIER, even if they don't like planners. This is how I help students frontload the calendar, so all of the important dates for the entire year are in their calendar from day 1. It's easy and makes life a lot less stressful. 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Subscribe, like & comment to support my work.👉 Share: To support me, please *CLICK* at the bottom to … [Read more...]

So look, you're doing the same thing over and over and over, wasting time and energy you could use for other things. This video will show you a simple trick to make an essay template you can literally use for years and in many different classes. It'll save you time and make it WAY easier to get started if you're someone who tends to procrastinate. Video Transcript: Click here to download the transcript PDF. What is up students? My name is Seth Perler, I'm an executive … [Read more...]

(Parents, you'll like this one too) Teachers, in this video I show you some concrete ways to use Google calendar to make life easier for kids with Executive Function challenges, but also for parents and YOU. Now, you'll have to make sure your privacy settings are set properly for your situation, but other than that, this video will show you a lot of cool tricks you can adapt for your classroom. Get ready to hit pause a lot to set yours up and to take notes! 💚 Give: Love my … [Read more...]

Teachers, first, THANK YOU for serving kids. Second, here's a vid about what I would need to feel good about going back this fall with the pandemic and all. I hope this is helpful in some way. 💚 Give: Love my work and want to donate? 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Subscribe, like & comment to support my work.  👉 Share: To support me, please *CLICK* at the bottom to share on FB or Pinterest. ✏️ EF101: Here's my jumpstart course for parents and teachers.🙏 … [Read more...]

Students, if Executive Function is challenging, creating routines is absolutely critical if you want to achieve your goals in school and life. This is one great way to start making routines easier so you can have less stress and more success. 💚 Give: Love my work and want to donate? 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Subscribe, like & comment to support my work.  👉 Share: To support me, please *CLICK* at the bottom to share on FB or Pinterest. ✏️ EF101: … [Read more...]

I received an email asking about this, and this video is an in-depth response. Here's the original email: Ok, here is a question for you: How do you think executive functioning applies to being an entrepreneur? I have recently joined a group at my son's school whose goal is to improve the entrepreneurial program, which is the foundation of the school. In a recent brainstorming session, we came up with a bunch of ideas geared towards improving the program. I suggested strengthening the … [Read more...]

Parents, this one is for teens who struggle with Executive Function, think outside the box, and who might make awesome entrepreneurs someday. It also discusses how Imposter Syndrome can hold them back. Check it out, share it with your child if you think they will like it. 💚 Give: Love my work and want to donate? 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Please subscribe, like & comment to support my work.  👉 Share: To support me, please *CLICK* at the bottom to share … [Read more...]

Parents, this one is for your kids if you want to share it. Please view it first. I thought long and hard about how I could contribute something meaningful to the BLM conversation, and I decided that I would speak to kids about some concepts and people that I feel are important for young people to hear about. I hope you find it helpful. Please comment on YouTube with anything you think. Please CLICK below to share. … [Read more...]

This excellent resource was created by Sarah Sophie Flicker and Alyssa Klein in May 2020, and I got permission to post it here. Feel free to circulate this on social media and with your friends, family, and colleagues. Here is their link to it: bit.ly/ANTIRACISMRESOURCES To take immediate action to fight for Breonna Taylor, please visit FightForBreonna.org. Resources for white parents to raise anti-racist children: Books: Coretta Scott King Book Award … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. In these uncertain times, parents have been asking Debbie and I a lot of questions lately because nobody knows what's coming! It's a stressful time and we answered questions about stress, sleep, schedules, school this summer and fall, and more. Debbie Reber runs TiLT Parenting Podcast, a PHENOMENAL podcast where she interviews experts to help you. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support me, please CLICK at the bottom to share. Click here … [Read more...]

Being an educator, I think a lot about this stuff, because what good is education if the student doesn't learn the tools they need to have a future that feels "on purpose"? Here we look at Ikiagi and Educare and some key thoughts to consider while helping kids find their "life's purpose." for work time and play periods ENJOY! 💚 Give: Love my work and want to donate? 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Please subscribe, like & comment to support my work. 👉 Share: To … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Here's a webinar I did recently with Dr. Sharon Saline, an ADHD expert. We gave actionable advice on how to keep the peace and ensure fond, lasting memories once this pandemic is over. 4 Themes: Stay connected: Prioritize the health of your relationships–to your kids, your partner and yourself. Manage ourselves first: Everyone has stress and concerns right now, but our own distress and anxiety must be managed first before we intervene with our … [Read more...]

Parents, we live in a time when the most important thing of all, our connection with our loved ones, is often challenged. This video teaches a phenomenal concept I learned from George Betts, who was a true leader in the education world. Enjoy! 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Subscribe, like & comment to support my work.👉 Share: To support me, please *CLICK* at the bottom to share on FB or Pinterest.✏️ EF101: Here’s my jumpstart course for parents and teachers.💚 … [Read more...]

Adults can have unrealistic expectations about what they think a student "SHOULD" be able to do, and this can cause a lot of harm when a student isn't supported properly due to a lack of understanding. This short video explores the important distinction between GEL and CLICK and why it matters. 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Subscribe, like & comment to support my work.👉 Share: To support me, please *CLICK* at the bottom to share on FB or Pinterest.✏️ EF101: Here’s my … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Parents & teachers, helping students learn Executive Function skills can be like Whack-a-mole. This video teaches you some key ways to use this information to help them, including how it is actually normal, the counterproductive role of shame, & how to contemplate the role of ownership and buy-in. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support my work, please CLICK below to share and click here to visit my official YouTube … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Parents & teachers, a MASSIVE problem that is being brought to the surface right now, evidenced by how challenging At Home Learning is going, is the LACK OF ENGAGEMENT IN EDUCATION. Here I rant a bit as I break this KEY concept down fo you to help shed some light on how we might better serve kids. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support my work, please CLICK below to share and please click here to visit my official YouTube … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Parents and teachers, kids with executive function challenges are overwhelmed when expectations are too abstract. This causes students to resist taking the actions they need to be taking. If we really want to help them, we need to teach them strategies for making things concrete, and we need to do this with compassion, patience, and persistence. This video breaks it down. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support me, please CLICK at … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgGOoV9Fz7U&t=403s Parents, here I chat with Debbie Reber about 7 best practices for home learning and in the second half, we answer many of the viewer's questions. This was originally a FB live webinar on 4/22/20.  Fill Out This Form To Get Your Free PDF Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support my work, please CLICK below to share and please click here to visit my official YouTube Channel & … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Parents, understanding a bit about Bloom's Taxonomy can be a tremendous help when you are trying to help your child with Executive Function challenges. It can help inspire you to help your child THINK AT HIGHER LEVELS! We want kids to develop "critical thinking skills" so they can better navigate life. This vides breaks down some pertinent ideas for you. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support me, please CLICK at the bottom to share. … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Students, many people get depressed, but there is a lot of misunderstanding, and unfortunately, many people do not have good strategies for working through depression. In this video, I tell you my story and give you real strategies that can help. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support me, please CLICK at the bottom to share. Click here to visit my official YouTube Channel & subscribe if you want! Thank you -Seth Reading the … [Read more...]

Students, life is hard sometimes. We all want to change in certain areas of life, but change often takes a lot of time and energy. But it is DEFINITELY possible!!!! This video will teach you my #1 most important key to change so you can apply these ideas to your life. 🎦 YouTube: Visit my official YouTube channel here. Subscribe, like & comment to support my work 👉 Share: To support me, please *CLICK* at the top to share on FB or Pinterest. ✏️ EF101: Here’s my jumpstart course … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Parents & teachers, please watch this BEFORE sharing with your teen. Here, Dr. John Campbell and I dive deep into the pandemic, but we are speaking TO teens, because there aren't' many people telling THEM what they need to know. Beware: This talk is very raw, straight talk, honest, open, and DIRECT. we hope it helps! ps-I have been following Dr. John Campbell's amazing youtube for many weeks - this is where I have been getting my daily updates on the … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. One of the BIGGEST problems that hold back students who struggle with executive function is the inability to have a realistic perception of the time and energy needed to complete schoolwork and responsibilities. Students can absolutely get better at this if they have a good understanding of the problem and solutions. This video explores this topic in-depth to give you real insights you can apply. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Parents and Teachers, when we have a good grasp on the needs of Highly Sensitive Students, we can be more helpful to them. This video explores the issue so you can feel more empowered. Check out my pandemic hub here for more COVID-19 resources. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support me, please CLICK at the bottom to share. Click here to visit my official YouTube Channel & subscribe if you want! Thank you — … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Parents and teachers, Ellen is a ROCKSTAR teacher with tremendous wisdom for you all during this crazy time! Check it out. NOTE: Ellen is speaking to students in the beginning of the video, then there is a message for parents, then a message for teachers. Check out my pandemic hub here for more COVID-19 resources. To support my work, please CLICK below to share and please click here to visit my official YouTube Channel & subscribe if you want! Thank … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Students, life is precious. Every moment is a moment when we are investing. Sometimes the investment is wise, sometimes it is foolish. Some people blindly waste opportunities for planting seeds that will help us in the long run. This video explores these issues fo you. Check out my pandemic hub here for more COVID-19 resources. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support me, please CLICK at the bottom to share. Click here to … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share Parents, teachers and students are all pivoting a lot right now because of the pandemic. If we adults understand WHERE our energy goes, we can be more helpful to the kids we are trying to educate and help. Here I explain a fantastic model for helping you understand HOW to pivot while being mindful of WHERE our energy is being "spent". Check out my pandemic hub here for more COVID-19 resources. To support my work, please CLICK below to share and … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Students, here I show you a quick idea of how you can organize your life easily and have a great WEEKLY printable calendar to help you visualize your weeks better. Also, this will help you have less stress, get more out of your education, have more free time and more fun. Check out my pandemic hub here for more COVID-19 resources. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support me, please CLICK at the bottom to share. Click here to … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share Parents, there is one particular sentence I've heard more than any other in over 20 years of working with families. This sentence is so insightful that it should drive a lot of our decisions. In this video, I completely unpack it for you in a useful and practical way so you can use these ideas to help your child. To support my work, please CLICK below to share and please click here to visit my official YouTube Channel & subscribe if you want! Thank you … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Students, ANXIETY is a common problem nowadays and it's particularly tricky to overcome. It takes time, persistence, and tools. We do NOT need to be ruled by anxiety. This video dives deep into a specific strategy that can be a giant part of the solution. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support me, please CLICK at the bottom to share. Click here to visit my official YouTube Channel & subscribe if you want! Thank you — … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Often our kids feel like they aren't noticed for what they do "right". They feel scrutinized, which can get exhausting and can be demotivating. The saying "catch em' being good" is a powerful idea that I explore in this week's video. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support me, please CLICK at the bottom to share. Click here to visit my official YouTube Channel & subscribe if you want! Thank you — Seth Reading the … [Read more...]

Please CLICK above to share. Pendulum swings, parents enable, help too much, reminders, nagging, then I won't help at all response-ability Seek balance with pre-convo then heart to heart about pendulum and ask THEM so there is buy-in and so you are prepared next time. The goal is to HEAR each other (secure convo). Write it down and post it so you remember. Love my work and want to give? Click here! To support me, please CLICK at the bottom to share. Click here to visit my … [Read more...]