Why Goal Setting Isn’t Working — and What to Do Instead With Danielle M

Why Goal Setting Isn’t Working — and What to Do Instead With Danielle M

From Sisters In Sobriety by Sonia Kahlon and Kathleen Killen

June 29, 2026 · 55 min · Episode 97

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Sonia Kahlon interviews Danielle McGeough about redefining success and the role of rituals in personal growth for high-achieving women.

Feeling flat, burned out, or disconnected after doing everything “right” can be confusing—especially for high-achieving women who are used to setting goals, checking boxes, and pushing through. In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia speaks with Danielle McGeough, a professor, speaker, transformation strategist, host of the Plan Goal Plan podcast, and creator of the RISE Ritual Method. Danielle helps high-performing women and teams reconnect with their core identities, navigate transitions, and create intentional plans that support sustainable growth. Sonia and Danielle explore what happens when ambition starts to feel empty, why burnout and demoralization are not the same thing, and how women can begin redefining success after a major life shift. They look at the difference between productivity and purpose, how planning can become a tool for self-discovery, and why so many people turn rest, wellness, sobriety, or even creativity into another pressure-filled checklist. The conversation also asks: How do goals change when identity changes? How can ritual help with habit change? And what does it mean to build a life that feels aligned instead of simply impressive? Danielle…

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Host: Sonia Kahlon

Guest: Danielle McGeough

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Organizations: Plan Goal Plan, RISE Ritual Method

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