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New Agenda LLC, Los Angeles, CA (2026)

02/19/2026

Strong exam prep does not start the week of the test. It starts before new material is even taught. ⁠
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Walking into class without previewing means trying to listen, take notes, and understand brand new information all at once. That puts a heavy load on attention and working memory.⁠
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Instead, try previewing.⁠
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Previewing is not memorizing. It is simply getting familiar with what is coming so your brain is not seeing it for the very first time in class.⁠
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This can take just 5 to 15 minutes:⁠
• Skim the syllabus or lesson objectives⁠
• Look at headings, graphs, or diagrams⁠
• Notice key vocabulary⁠
• Glance at upcoming assignments or problem types ⁠
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The goal is familiarity, not mastery. When students preview, class feels more manageable and less overwhelming.⁠
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Stay tuned for Part 3 of From Confusion To Confidence: How to Study for Exams: A Whole-System Approach That Works by New Agenda Coach, Colette Christianson.

02/17/2026

When the days get shorter and the light disappears by late afternoon, motivation, focus, and energy can shift right along with the weather.⁠
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If you or your student feel more tired, less focused, or more overwhelmed in the winter months, you are not imagining it. Seasonal changes can affect mood, sleep, and executive function skills like planning, task initiation, and follow through.⁠
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Instead of expecting yourself to push through the season the same way you do in spring or fall, try building a winter routine that works with your brain.⁠
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Here are a few places to start:⁠
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❄️ Anchor your mornings⁠
Wake up at a consistent time, open the blinds right away, and add one predictable first step like coffee, a shower, or a short walk. A steady morning rhythm helps your brain shift into gear.⁠
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❄️ Give yourself grace ⁠
Energy may be different in winter. Break tasks into smaller steps and focus on “start” instead of “finish.” Progress still counts, even when it is slower.⁠
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❄️ Schedule light and movement⁠
Short walks, stretching, or even standing breaks near a window can boost alertness and mood. Put these into your calendar like real appointments.⁠
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❄️ Create a simple evening shutdown⁠
Pick 2 to 3 small tasks that signal the day is done: tidy your workspace, write tomorrow’s top 3 priorities, plug in devices. This helps your brain let go instead of spinning at night.⁠
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❄️ Add something to look forward to⁠
Winter routines should not just be about productivity. Plan small, enjoyable rituals like a weekly show, a favorite soup night, or a standing call with a friend.⁠
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Routines are not about rigid schedules. They are supportive structures that reduce decision fatigue and make hard days a little easier to move through.⁠
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If winter tends to throw you off track, you are not failing. Your system may just need a seasonal adjustment.

02/16/2026

Meet Coach Abe!⁠
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Abe has more than 15 years’ experience offering integrated success coaching, counseling, mentoring, and training in higher education settings. He earned a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Ohio State University, a Master’s in College Student Affairs Administration from the University of Georgia, and a Bachelor’s in History from Western Carolina University.⁠
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Abe uses a client-centered, strengths-based approach to his coaching practice. Abe uses these coaching modalities to provide space for clients to tap into their internal resources and learn how to lean into challenges with confidence. Abe believes that productive struggle is a predictable part of our growth and self-actualization, and that one of the most important roles an executive function plays is to offer the right blend of challenge and support as individuals work diligently towards their goals.⁠
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Abe has extensive experience working with clients on time management and organization, task initiation, goal setting, exploring intrinsic motivation, performance anxiety, managing emotions, and implementing learning and memory strategies. Among other presenting concerns, Abe works with clients with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD and other learning differences.⁠
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In Abe’s free time, he loves spending time with his family, traveling internationally, concerts and record stores, and spending Saturdays in the Fall cheering on his alma maters.

02/16/2026

If you are interested in a part-time Executive Function Coaching position in the Richmond, VA area, check out our website and apply today!

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02/12/2026

“My child can read a clock… so why are we still late every day?” ⏰⁠
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If this sounds familiar, your child may not be ignoring you or being careless. They may be struggling with something called time blindness.⁠
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Time blindness makes it hard to truly feel how long 5 minutes, 30 minutes, or an hour really is. Even kids who can read a clock can struggle to judge how much time has passed, how long a task will take, or when they need to start getting ready. This can show up as chronic lateness, trouble starting homework, or meltdowns around transitions.⁠
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The good news is that time awareness is a skill and it can be taught.⁠
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In our Time Blindness blog post, we break down:⁠
✔ What time blindness is⁠
✔ Why it is common in kids with ADHD and other learning differences⁠
✔ Simple tools like visual timers, alarms, and routines that make time more concrete⁠
✔ How modeling your own planning out loud helps kids build this skill⁠
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Small changes in how we talk about and show time can make a big difference in your child’s independence and daily stress levels.⁠
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✨ Read the full blog post below.
https://newagendacoaching.com/time-blindness/

02/11/2026

Ever notice how things feel easier the moment someone else is nearby?⁠
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That’s not coincidence. That’s body doubling, and it’s one of the most misunderstood supports for ADHD brains.⁠
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Our co-founder, Maria DelCorso, recently joined the Chaos & Caffeine podcast to unpack why body doubling works for both kids and adults, and how parents can use it without micromanaging or burnout.⁠
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Because support isn’t dependency, it’s scaffolding success.⁠
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🎧 Link below to listen.
https://chaosandcaffeinepodcast.buzzsprout.com/2440125/episodes/18536615-body-doubling-explained-the-adhd-strategy-that-helps-kids-and-parents-actually-get-things-done-maria-delcorso

02/09/2026

Most students are never actually taught how to study. They are told to “review,” “go over notes,” or “study harder” and left to figure out what that even means.⁠
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Highlighting. Rereading. Long hours at a desk.⁠
It looks productive. It feels responsible. But it often leads to frustration and results that do not match the effort. The issue usually is not motivation. It is strategy. ⁠
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Studying is not about doing more. It is about using a system that prepares your brain for how learning and tests really work.⁠
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In this series, we are breaking down a whole-system approach that helps students move from confusion to confidence one step at a time.⁠
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Stay tuned for Part 2 of From Confusion To Confidence: How to Study for Exams: A Whole-System Approach That Works by New Agenda Coach, Colette Christianson.

02/08/2026

Reduce Cognitive Load by Making Work Concrete

Why it works:

Abstract tasks drain attention quickly. The brain sustains focus better when work feels specific and visible.

How to do it:

Break assignments into visible micro-steps (bullet lists, checkboxes)

Keep only one task visible at a time

Write down distracting thoughts in a “parking lot” list to return to later

Use active work methods:

Talk through ideas out loud

Handwrite notes or sketch concepts

Teach the material to someone else

02/05/2026

So proud to see Maria sharing her expertise on !🎥✨⁠
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In a recent segment, Maria DelCorso, co-founder of New Agenda, offered her strategies to help children adjust to routine changes. Maria talked about why getting back to school after a long break can feel so overwhelming, especially for neurodivergent kids.⁠
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When structure disappears, many children lose the rhythm that helps them function day to day. Jumping back into school routines can feel abrupt and stressful, not because they are unwilling, but because the systems that support their success need time to rebuild.⁠
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Maria shared practical ways parents can help ease the transition:⁠
✔ Re-establish consistent bedtimes and morning routines⁠
✔ Break expectations into clear, manageable steps⁠
✔ Practice small, achievable task sequences at home⁠
✔ Use visual supports like checklists or whiteboards⁠
✔ Help kids experience success and the confidence that comes from checking something off⁠
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These small, repeated wins help build momentum, strengthen executive function skills, and make daily responsibilities feel more doable.⁠
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We are grateful for the opportunity to help families understand what is really going on beneath the surface and to share tools that make a difference.

02/04/2026

When your to do list feels endless, your brain can hit overload. Instead of starting one thing, you freeze, scroll, or bounce between tasks without finishing any of them.⁠
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That’s not laziness. That’s overwhelm.⁠
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Try this simple reset:⁠
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🧠 Brain dump⁠
Get everything out of your head and onto paper or into a notes app. Big tasks, tiny tasks, random worries, errands, emails. All of it. You’re not organizing yet, just clearing mental clutter.⁠
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⭐ Prioritize⁠
Look at your list and ask: What actually needs attention today? What has a deadline? What will reduce the most stress if it’s done? Circle or highlight just a few.⁠
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1️⃣ Pick one⁠
Not three. Not a whole category. One task. Choose what feels most urgent, most important, or even just easiest to start. Momentum matters more than perfection.⁠
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⏱️ Set a 10 minute timer⁠
Tell yourself you only have to work on that one task for 10 minutes. That’s it. Starting is often the hardest part. Once you begin, it’s much easier to keep going.⁠
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Progress doesn’t require a perfect plan or a huge burst of motivation. It just needs a starting point.⁠
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One list. One task. Ten minutes.⁠
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Save this for the next time you feel stuck, and share it with someone who might need a gentler way to get started.💛

02/03/2026

We’ve welcomed so many new faces in our community lately, so it felt like the right time for a proper reintroduction 👋⁠
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We are New Agenda Coaching, founded by Maria DelCorso and Amie Davies, and we support clients ages 9-99 navigating ADHD and executive function challenges with practical, personalized coaching. From time management and organization to emotional regulation and follow through, we help build systems that actually work in real life.⁠
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Swipe through to learn how we work, who we support, and what coaching can look like and reach out when you’re ready.⁠
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Rise. Refocus. Renew.

01/29/2026

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