Many people assume that everyone should be able to work toward their goals with ease and consistent motivation, viewing this skill as a standard "strength" that everyone should possess. However, for many of us, especially those who are neurodivergent, it is actually a significant challenge that requires an entirely different approach than the one taught in school or the corporate world.

Goal-directed persistence is a skill of executive function, meaning it is a brain-based skill (Dawson & Guare, 2016). Goal-directed persistence is actually an incredibly challenging executive function skill, as it requires the coordination of several other brain-based skills, including planning and prioritization, sustained attention,

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