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  • #74: Menopause and Executive Functions
    2024/11/06

    In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran delve into the often unspoken topic of menopause and its impact on executive functions. They discuss the cognitive changes many women experience during menopause, including brain fog, memory issues, and emotional regulation difficulties. The conversation highlights the importance of support, cognitive training, mindfulness, hormone replacement therapy, and lifestyle adjustments to manage menopausal symptoms. Additionally, they provide practical strategies to help women navigate this transition. This episode is an invaluable resource for parents, educators, learners, and individuals seeking to understand and manage the cognitive aspects of menopause.

    Links:

    • Amata Life: https://amatalife.com/
    • The Menopause Guidebook: https://tinyurl.com/3xke65my
    • The Menopause Society: https://menopause.org/
    • The Top Foods To Eat To Clear Out Your Arteries, Fight Cancer & Heal The Body | Dr. William Li: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/48ttrddr⁠
    • Learn Mind Mapping: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/mindmap-beginners
    • Executive Functioning Games for the Classroom: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mt7pbj78⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cognitive-flexibility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Quiz: ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: ⁠⁠http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/⁠⁠

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    57 分
  • #73: Habits are Tools for Executive Functions
    2024/10/22

    In this episode of 'The Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast,' hosts Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren explore into the power of habits and innovative tools for enhancing executive function and learning. They discussed the formation and benefits of habits, especially for individuals with dyslexia and ADHD, and introduce iVVi, a groundbreaking app for visual note-taking. The episode also covers key strategies like utilizing visual and auditory cues, balancing structured routines with creativity, and employing the 'Four Ts' - Techniques, Technology, Time, and Together - to simplify and enrich the learning process.


    Links:

    • Learn Mindmapping: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/mindmap-beginners
    • Executive functioning Games for the classroom : ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mt7pbj78⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cognitive-flexibility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Quiz: ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: ⁠⁠http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Productivity Coaching:⁠ ⁠⁠http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/⁠⁠⁠


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    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://iVVi.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dropintoyourbestself.com/
    • Dr Erica Warren Assessments

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    50 分
  • #72: How to Make Hard Tasks Instantly Easy
    2024/10/04

    In this episode of the Executive Function Braintrainer Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran explore strategies to make challenging tasks easy using executive functions. The conversation covers techniques like time chunking, unitasking, changing perspectives, body doubling, processing styles, and delegation. The episode emphasizes leveraging the right tools and approaches to shift tasks from difficult to manageable, ultimately increasing productivity and overcoming procrastination.

    Links:

    • Inhibitory Control:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/inhibitory-control⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Visualization:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/blogvisualization⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Inner Voice:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/inner-voices⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cognitive-flexibility⁠
    • Executive functioning Games for the classroom :⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mt7pbj78⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Quiz:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Productivity Coaching:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

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    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://iVVi.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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    56 分
  • #41 Exploring Visual, Auditory, Tactile and Kinesthetic Ways of Processing
    2024/09/17

    In this episode of The Personal Brain Trainer Podcast, Erica and Darius guide us through the dynamic world of visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic processing. As we navigate our everyday lives, our brains, and executive functions decode the world around us via multiple sensory channels. Dive in as we unpack each processing type, providing a comprehensive understanding of how we interpret visual stimuli, sounds, tactile experiences, and movement. This episode will also provide valuable strategies to accommodate and enhance these unique learning pathways, promoting more effective, inclusive, and immersive learning experiences. Whether you're a visualizer or a kinesthetic learner, there's something for everyone in this sensory symphony. Get ready to embark on a journey of cognitive exploration and self-improvement.

    Links:

    • A Workshop on Multisensory Teaching: Accommodating Each Learner's Best Ways of Processing: https://tinyurl.com/yuedmr64
    • Student Processing Inventory: https://goodsensorylearning.com/search?type=product&q=student+processing+inventory
    • Metacognition: https://tinyurl.com/4dbtc8cw
    • Working Memory: https://tinyurl.com/working-memory
    • Multisensory Multiplication: https://tinyurl.com/bdc8btfv
    • BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/
    • Learning Specialist Courses:https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/
    • Executive Functions and Study Skills Course: https://tinyurl.com/n86mf2bx
    • Good Sensory Learning: https://goodsensorylearning.com/
    • Dyslexia at Work: www.dyslexiawork.com

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    • ⁠⁠https://goodsensorylearning.com⁠⁠
    • ⁠⁠https://learningspecialistcourses.com⁠⁠
    • ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com⁠
    • ⁠https://www.dyslexiawork.com

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  • #71: Cognitive Flexibility and Emotions
    2024/09/16

    In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran explore the relationship between cognitive flexibility and emotional regulation. They discuss the concept of cognitive flexibility as a critical executive function and its role in managing emotions. Through the metaphor of the caterpillar's transformation into a butterfly, they explore the idea of imaginal cells and how they symbolize the potential for growth and change within us. This conversation highlights the importance of being the executive of your own life and using cognitive flexibility to adapt to challenges and achieve personal transformation.

    Links:

    • Inhibitory Control:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/inhibitory-control⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Visualization:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/blogvisualization⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Inner Voice:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/inner-voices⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cognitive-flexibility
    • Executive functioning Games for the classroom :⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mt7pbj78⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Quiz:⁠ ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Productivity Coaching:⁠ ⁠⁠http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/⁠⁠⁠

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    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://iVVi.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dropintoyourbestself.com/
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  • #70: Untangling the Mess: Strategies for the Chronically Disorganized
    2024/08/27

    In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran explore various decluttering and organizational methods. They discuss strategies like the KonMari Method, the Four Box Method, and the 20-20 Rule, as well as the emotional aspects and psychological benefits of maintaining an organized space. Ideal for parents, educators, and learners of all ages, the episode offers practical tips and insights to help listeners create a joyful and efficient living environment. This episode aims to provide effective tools for overcoming chronic disorganization.

    Links:

    • KonMari Method: https://tinyurl.com/5bc84wua
    • Four Box Method: https://tinyurl.com/5bc84wua
    • Minimalist Game: https://tinyurl.com/5bc84wua⁠
    • Swedish Death Cleaning: https://tinyurl.com/5bc84wua⁠
    • 20-20 Rule: https://tinyurl.com/5bc84wua⁠
    • Learn Mindmapping: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/mindmap-beginners
    • Executive functioning Games for the classroom : ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mt7pbj78⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cognitive-flexibility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Quiz: ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: ⁠⁠http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/⁠⁠

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    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://iVVi.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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    1 時間 9 分
  • #69: Confusion and Executive Functioning
    2024/08/12

    In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran discuss techniques for managing confusion and strengthening executive functions. They explore various strategies and metaphors to help listeners create 'maps' that clarify tasks and goals. Aimed at parents, educators, and learners of all ages, this episode offers insights into how different processing styles can be leveraged to enhance cognitive flexibility and task prioritization.

    Links:

    • Learn Mindmapping: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/mindmap-beginners
    • Executive functioning Games for the classroom : ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mt7pbj78⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Inhibitory Control:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/inhibitory-control⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Visualization:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/blogvisualization⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Inner Voice:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/inner-voices⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cognitive-flexibility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Quiz: ⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: ⁠⁠http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/⁠⁠

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    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://iVVi.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dropintoyourbestself.com/
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    38 分
  • #68 Overwhelm and Executive Function
    2024/07/23

    In this episode of the Personal Brain Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran delve into the relationship between overwhelm and executive function. They explore practical strategies to manage overwhelm, focusing on the use of technology like Apple Notes to clear mental clutter and improve productivity. The discussion includes real-life scenarios and metaphors to illustrate key points, making it ideal for parents, educators, and learners of all ages.

    Links:

    • Executive functioning Games for the classroom : ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mt7pbj78⁠⁠⁠
    • Inhibitory Control:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/inhibitory-control⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Visualization:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/blogvisualization⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Inner Voice:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/inner-voices⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Cognitive Flexibility:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cognitive-flexibility⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • Dyslexia Quiz: ⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/⁠
    • Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: ⁠http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/⁠

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    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bulletmapacademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://iVVi.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dropintoyourbestself.com/
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    48 分