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If you’ve ever thought, “I know what I want to do… I just can’t seem to make it stick,” this episode is for you.

In this conversation, I’m joined by Leah Carroll, and we’re talking about habit stacking—but in a way that actually makes sense for ADHD brains.

Instead of relying on discipline or willpower (which tends to fall apart fast), we explore why ADHD brains work better with cues, dopamine, and momentum. Leah breaks down how attaching a new habit to something you already do—like pairing your morning coffee with unloading the dishwasher—can make habits feel lighter, more doable, and far less overwhelming.

We also talk about why persistence matters more than consistency when you have ADHD, and how small, almost-boring changes are often the ones that create the biggest long-term shifts. No perfection. No all-or-nothing thinking. Just simple wins that add up.

If you’ve been craving a more realistic, grace-filled way to build habits that actually work with your brain (and your life as a mom), this episode will feel like a deep exhale.

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Keywords:

ADHD mom, ADHD moms, ADHD habits, habit stacking, ADHD brain, dopamine, cues, persistence over consistency, small wins, habit building with ADHD, morning routines, Quick Wins for ADHD Moms

Key Takeaways:

• Habit stacking works by attaching a new habit to something you already do.
• ADHD brains respond better to cues and dopamine than discipline.
• Persistence beats consistency when building habits with ADHD.
• Tiny changes create sustainable momentum over time.
• Pairing habits with daily routines makes follow-through easier.
• Perfection isn’t the goal—progress is.
• Reminders, alarms, and visual cues can support habit stacking.
• Gamifying tasks can increase motivation and follow-through.
• Start with one habit before adding anything else.
• Your brain can change—neuroplasticity is on your side.

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Jessica is a Creative wife & mom of 3 from Northwest Pennsylvania. She is a leadership coach & voiceover artist at Jessica Lewis Voice.

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In this episode of Quick Wins for ADHD Moms, I’m talking about why focusing on the process — not the finish line — changes everything for ADHD brains.

If you’ve ever felt motivated at the start and completely overwhelmed halfway through, this episode is for you. I break down why outcome-based goals actually increase pressure and stall momentum for ADHD brains — and why shifting your attention to the next small, doable step creates energy instead of stress.

We’ll also look at how elite athletes think about performance (spoiler: they’re not obsessing over the win), and why dopamine shows up during action, not after everything is done.

This isn’t about lowering standards or doing less. It’s about working with your brain instead of constantly fighting it — and using quick wins to create momentum, clarity, and calm in the middle of real life.

Key Takeaways

• Pick a process, not a finish line
• Focus on the next right step — not the whole staircase
• Dopamine comes from movement, not completion
• Momentum quiets overwhelm
• ADHD brains need immediacy and feedback to stay engaged
• Outcome pressure hijacks attention
• Quick wins aren’t shortcuts — they’re strategy
• Visible progress helps regulate your nervous system
• Small actions create fast, clear wins
• Respect how your brain actually works in demanding seasons

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Jessica is a Creative wife & mom of 3 from Northwest Pennsylvania. She is a leadership coach & voiceover artist at Jessica Lewis Voice.

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If goal setting actually worked the way it’s “supposed to,” a lot of us would be living very different lives by now.

In this episode, I’m talking about why traditional goal setting falls apart for ADHD brains—and why that doesn’t mean you are broken or unmotivated. We dig into the pressure of big goals, the crash that happens when plans don’t go perfectly, and the frustration of feeling like you’re always behind.

Instead of obsessing over outcomes, I share a more realistic approach: focusing on the process. We talk about breaking big goals into truly doable micro-steps, creating plans that can flex with your energy and your day, and learning to notice progress even when it doesn’t look impressive on paper.

This episode is a reminder that small wins matter, consistency doesn’t have to be perfect, and you’re allowed to build a life—and goals—that actually work with your brain.

If goal setting has ever made you feel discouraged, this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways

1. Focus on the process, not the outcome.
2. Break goals into small micro pieces.
3. Embrace micro tasks for daily progress.
4. Prioritize process over perfection.
5. Create small anchors for tough days.
6. Avoid all-or-nothing thinking.
7. Understand why traditional goal setting fails ADHD brains.
8. Reframe focus from big goals to small wins.
9. Identify daily habits of the person you want to become.
10. Adopt flexible plans that allow for restarts.

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Jessica is a Creative wife & mom of 3 from Northwest Pennsylvania. She is a leadership coach & voiceover artist at Jessica Lewis Voice.