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Coming Soon

Why SMART Goals Fail Us— And What to Do Instead

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

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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