In today’s episode, I sit down with Megan Barnett, an ADHD and Executive Function coach with The Learning Collective, to explore why kids with ADHD struggle with task initiation, procrastination, and perfectionism. We discuss how executive function challenges impact motivation and self-esteem, and how parents and educators can better support neurodivergent learners. Megan and I share practical strategies to help kids feel more confident in their abilities and develop healthier approaches to learning and productivity.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What ADHD really is and the three types of ADHD
• Why grades shouldn’t be the ultimate measure of success
• How executive function skills affect task initiation and motivation
• The concept of cognitive offloading and how it can support ADHD brains
• The link between perfectionism, procrastination, and fear of failure
• Practical strategies to help kids start tasks with confidence
• How to introduce the topic of ADHD to children in a supportive way

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