Listen to this content as a podcast: Seeking a diagnosis for mental health or learning challenges can be life-changing. It offers the chance to better understand one’s struggles and unlock doors to support and success. Yet, for many, the prospect is deeply uncomfortable. This resistance, while frustrating for loved ones, often has understandable roots. A...Read More
I recently conducted mock interviews with three different AI systems for high-stakes human roles. When I asked them to describe their weaknesses, a typical interview question, here’s what they revealed: “I can process vast amounts of information instantly and generate responses that sound insightful. But I have no idea if what I’m saying actually resonates...Read More
I learned something important about systems design while getting my groceries crushed by a teenager who didn’t want feedback. Here’s what happened: A cashier bagged my groceries with no regard for weight or logic—bread underneath chicken, potatoes, water, and lettuce. When I kindly asked him to repack the bag and explained why it mattered to...Read More
If you’re welcoming recent grads to your team, you might feel optimistic. You’ve hired smart, motivated people. They bring fresh energy, curiosity, and a strong work ethic. They’re excited to start—and on paper, they’re ready. But what happens in the first few months off paper—in the meeting rooms, Slack channels, deadlines, and shifting expectations—will determine...Read More
We all want kids to succeed. So when they’re struggling—slipping grades, missed assignments, low energy—it’s tempting to fall back on a familiar story: They’re so smart. If only they’d find a passion and try harder. Be gritty. It sounds reasonable. It feels like we’re offering encouragement. But it’s often wrong. In her recent Atlantic article,...Read More
Did you know that trying harder isn’t the real issue for most struggling students? Research shows that many young people today aren’t just unmotivated—they’re disconnected from a real sense of purpose. The World Happiness Report 2025 points to global data showing rising rates of sadness, anger, and anxiety among youth. The root of the problem? ...Read More
You set a goal. You make a plan. You want to follow through. But then… you don’t. Not because you’re lazy or lack willpower. The real challenge? Self-leadership skills. These action-ready executive function skills—like planning, self-regulation, task initiation, and working memory—help you turn your intentions into action. They guide how you manage your time, energy,...Read More
Living with Executive Function challenges is often an invisible journey filled with hurdles that many don’t see or understand. If you’ve struggled to find support, understanding, and effective strategies for managing daily life, school, and work, you are in the right place. At Learn & Flourish, I’ve worked with thousands of individuals like you—smart, capable,...Read More
When my son was in middle school, he thought I should learn to play video games. Before this, I had never used a video game controller. I had a lot to learn. I felt breathless from being chased. I could not see the being that was threatening me, but I could hear it breathing and...Read More
AI is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s here, reshaping the way businesses operate. From content creation to predictive analytics, companies across industries are embracing AI to improve efficiency, make smarter decisions, and deliver better client outcomes. Yet, for many workers, the rapid rise of AI brings a nagging fear: Is it coming for my...Read More
