In this eye-opening conversation, Joy sits down with Crista Hopp, an Executive Function and ADHD Coach, to explore why so many bright learners struggle to start, plan, or stay on task despite their best efforts. Crista breaks down what’s really happening inside the brain’s executive function system—the command center that helps us plan, focus, manage time, regulate emotions, and remember what to do next. You’ll learn why effort alone isn’t enough when this system is underdeveloped and why punishment or pep talks can’t rewire the brain. But here’s the good news: these skills can be taught and once they are, everything changes.