Welcome

Self-Sabotage, Dismissal & Why Goals Break Down

Understanding executive functioning, self-relationship, and relationships with others.

Welcome. This course is organized into four modules, each with four lessons. Every lesson includes learning objectives, plain-English teaching with key terms defined, real-life examples, an interactive knowledge check, and a practice activity. Each module closes with participant voices, frequently asked questions, study flashcards, and a ten-question self-quiz you can retake as often as you like.

Use the sidebar to move between modules and lessons, or work straight through with the Next button at the bottom of each page. Go at your own pace — this material works best when you give it room to breathe.

Module 1

Understanding Self-Sabotage

Why we get in our own way — and why it was never laziness.

4 lessons · flashcards · 10-question quiz

Module 2

The Wound of Dismissal

The hidden engine underneath self-sabotage.

4 lessons · flashcards · 10-question quiz

Module 3

Dismissal, the Brain & Executive Functioning

Why "lack of discipline" is really a nervous system in protection mode.

4 lessons · flashcards · 10-question quiz

Module 4

Repair — Rebuilding Trust with Yourself & Others

Small movement breaks sabotage cycles.

4 lessons · flashcards · 10-question quiz

This course is educational and does not replace individual therapy, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis, please reach out to a licensed professional or emergency services in your area.