#79 Your Bounce-Back Semester Starts Here: Executive Functioning 101 with Coach Krisler Bailey

Did last semester not go the way you hoped? You’re not broken—and you’re definitely not alone.In this episode of College Is Fine, Everything’s Fine, we’re joined by college professor and executive-functioning expert Krisler Bailey to talk about how to actually bounce back after a tough semester. We cover why motivation fades (and what works instead), how unstructured time quietly wrecks your schedule, and why rereading notes and highlighting everything isn’t studying.This conversation is equal parts validating and practical. Whether you struggled academically, socially, or just felt overwhelmed, this episode will help you build a realistic reset plan—without perfectionism, shame, or all-or-nothing thinking.In this episode, we cover:Why everyone struggles in college (just in different ways)Why discipline beats motivation every timeHow unstructured time derails students—and how to fix itTime-blocking your day so you still have a lifeWhy your phne feels like an emotional support device (and what to do about it)How to reduce distractions without going cold turkeyWhat actually works for studying (hint: not rereading notes)How community—friends, classmates, professors—makes bouncing back possibleTakeaway: Last semester doesn’t define you. College is a skill set—and skills can be learned.🎧 Listen now and start your reset.Krisler Bailey is a college professor, college success coach, and functional medicine certified health coach. With over 20 years of experience supporting students through the transition to college and adulthood, Krisler helps students and families navigate the hidden curriculum of college while building routines that support both academic success and well-being. You can read more about Krisler and her coaching services here: https://coachingwithkrisler.com/Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction03:04 Understanding Student Struggles05:45 The Role of New Year's Resolutions08:58 Building a Supportive Community12:00 Strategies for Academic Success15:59 Time Management and Study Skills23:57 Engaging with Course Material29:00 Conclusion and ResourcesWant to share your story, give us feedback or offer up an episode idea? Reach out! We'd love to hear from you. Insta:  @collegeisfinepodcastTik Tok: @collegeisfinepodcastEmail: [email protected] is Deadbeats by Rex Banner