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Coming Soon

Why SMART Goals Fail Us— And What to Do Instead

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From Dr. Eliza Barach—ADHD coach, cognitive psychologist, and creator of the DREAMS framework

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Traditional Goal-Setting Falls Short For ADHDers

It's not because we're lazy. Or undisciplined. Or "not trying hard enough."

It's because most goal-setting systems—especially SMART goals—were built for neurotypical brains.

 

This chronic overprescription of goal-setting frameworks and strategies and their inevitable failing for ADHDers is why I'm writing this book!

What This Book Is About

Part science. Part storytelling. Part rebellion.
This book challenges the assumption that goal-setting failure is an ADHD flaw—and introduces a framework that finally accounts for how the ADHD brain actually works.​

Inside, I’ll cover:

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  • Why SMART goals backfire for neurodivergent brains

    • Discover the neurological and psychological reasons traditional frameworks fail ADHD brains and trigger avoidance.

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  • How rigid goals trigger shame, overwhelm, and perfectionism

    • Learn the emotional mechanics behind goal abandonment and how to break the cycle.

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  • The science behind emotional motivation and ADHD decision-making

    • Understand the unique way ADHD brains process rewards, time, and priorities.

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  • A brand new ADHD-friendly goal-setting method: the DREAMS framework

    • Master an approach built specifically for how your brain naturally works.

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  • Tools, templates, and real-world examples to set goals that feel good (and get done)

    • Walk away with practical and iterative systems you can implement immediately.

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