by mysocialedge.com | Feb 18, 2026 | Emotional Intelligence, executive functioning, Motivation, Positive Mindset, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation
By: Ishita Singh Introduction We’ve all had moments where we hype ourselves up with big promises. We say things like, “I’m done procrastinating,” or “This semester, I’m getting straight A’s.” In the moment, it feels powerful. But a few days later, reality hits — we...
by mysocialedge.com | Jan 27, 2026 | Brain-Based EQ, Emotional Intelligence, Emotions, executive functioning, highschoolers, Self-Regulation
By: Ishita Singh Introduction High school can feel like juggling twenty things at once — grades, sports, clubs, friends, and family expectations all compete for your attention. You probably want to eat healthier, study earlier, stay organized, or get better sleep. The...
by mysocialedge.com | Sep 19, 2025 | college students, Emotional Intelligence, executive functioning, highschoolers, Motivation, Neuroscience, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation
by Social Edge Ambassador: Ishita Singh What is Parkinson’s Law Parkinson’s Law says that work expands to fill the time you give it. In other words, if you allow a week to do something you could finish in two hours, you’ll probably take the whole week—and stress...
by mysocialedge.com | Aug 14, 2025 | college students, Emotional Intelligence, executive functioning, highschoolers, Motivation, Positive Mindset, Positive Parenting, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation
What is Executive Functioning? Introduction Doing well in high school isn’t just about being smart. You also need certain skills to manage your work, stay organized, and follow through on what you start. These are called executive functioning skills—like the brain’s...
by mysocialedge.com | Jul 3, 2025 | Brain, Brain-Based EQ, Don't Let Emotions Get the Best of You, Emotional Intelligence, Emotions, Empathy, Feelings, Name it to Tame it, Neuroscience, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation
Written by Social Edge Ambassador: Ishita Singh Have you ever thought about how you can remember your birthday or what you ate for dinner last night? That’s thanks to a special part of your brain called the hippocampus. This seahorse-shaped structure sits near the...
by mysocialedge.com | Jun 13, 2025 | Emotional Intelligence, Peer Acceptance, Peer Influences, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Social Media, Social Skills
by Social Edge Ambassador: Ish Singh In today’s world, teens are juggling more than ever—grades, sports, mental health, social media, and for too many, the pressure to be perfect. But what happens when that pressure collides with one of the deadliest drug epidemics of...
