Podcasts about Willpower

What if your weight loss resistance in your 40s isn't about willpower, but a powerful hormone shift that changes your metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and fat storage? In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi welcomes back hormone expert Karen Martel to unpack why weight loss resistance is often a biological signal, not a motivation problem. Karen explains how hormone disruption from environmental xenoestrogens can create estrogen dominant symptoms in younger women, even when bloodwork appears normal. The conversation then shifts into perimenopause and menopause, where the real metabolic shift begins. As estradiol declines, women often experience increased belly fat, worsening cholesterol, rising blood sugar, poor sleep, mood changes, and accelerated aging of skin and muscle. Karen breaks down the critical difference between estrogen and estradiol, why metabolic health often declines after ovarian function changes, and why many traditional weight loss strategies stop working during this phase. You'll also learn how environmental toxins impact hormone receptors, why hormone metabolite testing like the DUTCH test can provide deeper insight, and how bioidentical hormone replacement therapy may support long-term metabolic and overall health when used appropriately. If you or someone you love is entering their 40s and struggling despite healthy habits, this episode highlights a major missing piece.   Key Topics Covered Why weight loss resistance is often hormonal rather than a willpower issue How hormone patterns differ between fertile years, perimenopause, and menopause What xenoestrogens are and how they mimic estrogen in the body Common sources of hormone disruptors: plastics, fragrances, pesticides, cleaning products, and receipts Why bloodwork may look normal while symptoms of estrogen dominance still exist Daily detox strategies to support hormone balance, including minerals and sauna use How hormone dynamics shift in the 40s as estradiol begins to decline The difference between estrogen and estradiol and their impact on metabolism Why fasting harder and eating less can backfire during perimenopause How estradiol loss affects insulin sensitivity, visceral fat, cholesterol, mood, libido, and collagen The Women's Health Initiative misconception and the role of synthetic progestins How urine hormone metabolite testing (DUTCH) helps personalize hormone support Why individualized care is essential when considering hormone replacement therapy Karen's personal experience with rapid menopause symptoms and recovery The role of gratitude and mindset in long-term health and resilience   Resources & Links Mentioned Karen MartelWebsite: https://karenmartel.comPodcast: The Hormone Solution Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@karenmartelhormones/videos Special OfferCoupon code: FREEDOMDiscount: 15% off at https://karenmartel.com   Follow Ben Azadi

Why do urges seem to disappear, only to come right back? If you've ever processed an urge and then felt discouraged when it returned, this episode will help you understand what's really happening. I'm talking about urge flow, the natural pattern of urges coming and going, and why this is not a sign that you're doing it wrong. It is part of learning how to handle them in a new way. When you stop relying on willpower and start allowing urges instead of resisting them, they will ebb and flow. The goal is not to make them vanish. The goal is to become someone who can feel discomfort without reacting to it. In this episode, I share why trying to force urges away keeps you stuck and how building the skill of processing them creates real strength and confidence. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://centerforovercoming.com/post/handle-urges-keep-coming-back Click here to sign up for my free masterclass, How to Overcome Pornography without using Willpower: https://sarabrewer.com/masterclass

Find the text for this mini-episode on The Simply Luxurious Life - https://thesimplyluxuriouslife.com/moment7 

You can't heal in the same environment that made you sick. Your breakthrough doesn't just need more willpower; it needs a new circle of friends and a serious commitment to cutting off the triggers that keep pulling you back into the past.#FULLTANKwithBroBo​ #FULLTANKwithBroBo2026​ #BoSanchez​ #ChooseYourFriends​ #Breakthrough​ #FaithInAction​ #Matthew5​ #SpiritualMaturity​ #HealthyBoundaries​ #InnerHealing​ #TrulyRichMindset​ #Freedom​---PS. Are You A Parent?Are you thinking about Homeschooling for your kids?My wife and I have homeschooled our two boys.Looking back, it's one of the BEST decisions we've ever made.It gave us the space to pass on our values.It also gave them space to explore their passions and interests.If you want to know more about homeschooling and to find out if it is for your kids, check out this link: www.facebook.com/CFAHomeschool or cfa.edu.phSupport this podcast. Help me reach others by supporting this podcast.To support my mission work, click this link now! http://BuyMeACoffee.com/brotherbosanchez

You've done it a hundred times. You're sitting at your desk, everything's fine, and then your hand is reaching for the snacks before you even realize something's wrong. The stress doesn't hit for another ten minutes. But your body is already eating.And later that night, you blame yourself. You call it weakness. You promise tomorrow will be different.In this episode, Rick breaks down the three specific brain hijacks that fire before your conscious mind gets a vote, why willpower never stood a chance against them, and how to rewire each one. This is the science the diet industry will never tell you, because it would put them out of business.Key points discussed:Your amygdala processes stress through a "low road" that bypasses conscious awareness entirely, triggering cravings and food-seeking behavior before your thinking brain even knows something is wrong.Cortisol accumulates over hours, sometimes based on nothing more than your brain's prediction that today will be stressful. By the time you feel it, the cravings are already locked in.Roughly 43% of daily behavior is habitual. Your stress-eating loops were built from years of pairing food with emotional relief, and they execute without your permission.Willpower lives in the prefrontal cortex. These three hijacks operate underneath it, faster than it, and earlier than it. You were never losing a discipline battle. You were being ambushed by biology.Mentioned in this episodeThe Circuit Breaker Protocol (free download): https://www.weightlossmindset.co/7hijacksThe "low road" and "high road" of threat processing (LeDoux, neuroscience of amygdala pathways)USC research on habitual behavior (Dr. Wendy Wood, 43% of daily actions are automatic)Research on cortisol, chronic stress, and food cravings (HPA axis activation and appetite-related hormones)ConnectSubscribe to The Weight Loss Mindset on Substack for weekly deep dives, daily audio content, and the full course library: https://news.weightlossmindset.coGot a question or a moment from this episode that hit home? Reply to any Substack email or leave a comment. I read every one.You weren't broken. You were hijacked. And now you know how.

Episode Description:This archival conversation with Ramit Sethi is a masterclass in systems thinking, behavioral psychology, and building a “rich life” on your own terms.Long before online courses were mainstream, Ramit was quietly building scalable systems—automating money, testing business ideas rigorously, and rejecting conventional wisdom around careers, housing, and passion. In this conversation, he explains why most advice fails, why willpower is overrated, and how to engineer results instead of hoping for inspiration.They cover negotiation psychology, competence triggers, breaking into dream jobs without HR, why buying a house isn't always the best investment, and how to build a real online business—from research to first sale.This episode still holds up because it's not about hacks. It's about structure. Systems. Leverage. And testing instead of guessing.What You'll Learn:Why analyzing your own behavior (even on video) is one of the fastest ways to improveThe concept of “competence triggers” and how to use them in interviews and negotiationsWhy most financial advice (like skipping lattes) focuses on the wrong problemsHow to negotiate salary without anchoring yourself to your current payThe step-by-step system for building an online business—from research to first saleTimestamped Chapters:[00:02:00] Human Behavior, Willpower & Cognitive Misers[00:03:00] Ramit's Origin Story: Scholarships, Interviews & Self-Analysis[00:06:00] The Power of Videotaping Yourself[00:08:00] Losing Money & Discovering Personal Finance Psychology[00:09:00] Why Latte Advice Doesn't Work[00:11:00] Automating Money & Designing a Rich Life[00:14:00] The Housing Myth & Financial “Great Lies”[00:18:00] How to Land a Dream Job (Without HR)[00:20:00] Negotiation Tactics & Avoiding Salary Anchors[00:28:00] Competence Triggers & Social Signaling[00:34:00] Why Courses Beat Books (For Results)[00:38:00] Zero to Launch: Why Most Passive Income Advice Is Wrong[00:41:00] Research Before Building: Finding Profitable Ideas[00:44:00] Writing Headlines That Sell[00:49:00] Traffic Strategy: Guest Posting & Email Lists[00:52:00] Case Study: Turning Tutoring into $200KAdditional Resources:Ramit Sethi's WebsiteI Will Teach You to Be Rich - The BookSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

DemystifySci is the place where we bring people together in search of the theories that will change the world, and Paradigm Drift is your chance to have a hand in that future. Theorists, randomly chosen, get 60 seconds to present their revolutionary idea... and then we see if it's gonna stand the test of time or if it's back into the tank for a little while longer.PATREON https://www.patreon.com/c/demystifysciPARADOX LOST PRE-SALE: https://buy.stripe.com/7sY7sKdoN5d29eUdYddEs0bHOMEBREW MUSIC - Check out our new album!Hard Copies (Vinyl): FREE SHIPPING https://demystifysci-shop.fourthwall.com/products/vinyl-lp-secretary-of-nature-everything-is-so-good-hereStreaming:https://secretaryofnature.bandcamp.com/album/everything-is-so-good-herePARADIGM DRIFThttps://demystifysci.com/paradigm-drift-show00:00 Go! Paradigm Drift: how the show works00:02:18 Returning guest and research updates00:03:34 Death, meaning, and the limits of mortality00:07:32 Consciousness, fear, and letting go of death00:13:53 Morality, judgment, and life review myths00:19:25 Quantum choice, discreteness, and randomness00:25:06 Least action as a discrete network00:29:39 Dimensional analysis, Higgs energy, and constants00:36:13 Cosmology, observation limits, and evolving universes00:40:22 Time as the fundamental unit of measurement00:43:21 Free will, attention, and inhibition00:51:12 Willpower as a trainable physical resource00:55:02 Edge theory and topological particle models01:03:00 Human experience behind abstract theories01:09:05 Kundalini, electromagnetism, and physiology01:18:50 Physics metaphors for spiritual experience01:24:45 Dark matter as compressed wavelength states01:31:10 Self-taught physics and interdisciplinary thinking01:39:36 Consciousness as matter and intelligent evolution01:47:36 Thought, embodiment, and physical reality01:54:41 Substrate physics and unified mechanics02:05:36 Vortices, pressure, and force mediation02:14:21 Closing reflections on first-principles inquiry#ParadigmDrift, #FirstPrinciples, #FoundationalPhysics, #QuantumFoundations, #FreeWill, #Consciousness, #AlternativeTheories, #PhysicsBeyondMath, #SubstratePhysics, #Vortices, #TimeIsFundamental, #DarkMatter, #Cosmology, #IndependentThinkers, #RethinkingReality #physicspodcast, #openmic #philosophypodcast MERCH: Rock some DemystifySci gear : https://demystifysci-shop.fourthwall.com/AMAZON: Do your shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/3YyoT98DONATE: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaDSUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@UCqV4_7i9h1_V7hY48eZZSLw@demystifysci RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rssMAILING LIST: https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySciMUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

High-income doctors often assume that earning more money will naturally lead to wealth—but for many physicians, that never happens. In this episode of the White Coat Investor Podcast, bestselling author David Bach explains why simple, automatic money systems consistently outperform willpower, budgeting, and complex investing strategies. We break down the core ideas behind The Automatic Millionaire, including why automation matters more than motivation, which investments work best for busy professionals, and how small, consistent decisions compound into real wealth over time. We also clarify the often-misunderstood Latte Factor, explaining what it really means—and what it doesn't—especially for high earners who already save a significant amount. This episode applies these concepts directly to doctors, exploring why many physicians still struggle financially despite strong incomes, delayed gratification, and long careers. We discuss the behavioral traps unique to medicine, why simplicity wins, and how automation removes emotion from investing decisions. We also cover a bold proposal to simplify retirement saving in the U.S., the challenge many retirees face when it's time to start spending their money, and a personal story from David about how a temporary move abroad unexpectedly turned into a permanent life change. If you're a doctor, dentist, or high-income professional looking for a clear, practical, and proven approach to building wealth without obsessing over money, this episode lays out a system that actually works. Locumstory.com is a free, unbiased educational resource about locum tenens – it's not a staffing agency. They help answer your questions about the how-to's of locum tenens work on their website, podcast, webinars, videos, and they even have a locums 101 crash course. Locumstory.com is where you should go to find out if locums makes sense for you and your career goals. Locumstory is unique because it's more of a peer-to-peer platform, with real physicians sharing their experiences and stories – both the good and bad – about working locum tenens – hence the name, "Locum-story." See for yourself on their self-service platform with no obligation. The White Coat Investor Podcast launched in January 2017, and since then, millions have downloaded it. Join your fellow physicians and other high income professionals and subscribe today! Host, Dr. Jim Dahle, is a practicing emergency physician and founder of The White Coat Investor blog. Like the blog, The White Coat Investor Podcast is dedicated to educating medical students, residents, physicians, dentists, and similar high-income professionals about personal finance and building wealth, so they can ultimately be their own financial advisor-or at least know enough to not get ripped off by a financial advisor. We tackle the hard topics like the best ways to pay off student loans, how to create your own personal financial plan, retirement planning, how to save money, investing in real estate, side hustles, and how everyone can be a millionaire by living WCI principles. Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewhitecoatinvestor  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter  00:00 Why Simple Money Systems Matter More Than Income 01:58 Why Automation Beats Willpower With Money 03:10 The Automatic Millionaire Explained 12:47 The Best Automatic Investments for Busy Professionals 19:41 The Latte Factor: What It Really Means 26:00 Why High-Income Doctors Still Struggle Financially 35:41 How a Temporary Move Turned Into a New Life Abroad 42:15 A Radical Idea to Fix Retirement in America 50:00 Why Spending in Retirement Is Harder Than Saving

In this episode, Ben Azadi explains the five metabolic levels of fat loss and why most people feel stuck despite dieting, exercising, and eating “clean.” Fat loss is not about willpower or calories. It is about hormones, inflammation, and metabolic signaling. Many people fail because they are using the wrong strategy for the metabolic level their body is currently in. Ben breaks down each level, from the Frozen Phase, where the body is in survival mode and unable to burn fat, to Fat-Burning Freedom, where fat loss becomes effortless and sustainable. You will learn: Why caloric restriction and excessive cardio backfire How insulin resistance and inflammation block fat loss Why eating clean is not enough without proper timing and protein How intermittent fasting, strength training, and recovery reset metabolism What it truly takes to lose 25–50+ pounds and keep it off This episode reframes fat loss as a metabolic progression and provides clarity for anyone who has struggled with plateaus, rebounds, or frustration on their health journey.

Is there a built-in "fat switch" in our genes—something nature designed to help us store fat for survival? And if so, what does that mean for food addicts living in a world saturated with ultra-processed food? In this episode, Dr. Vera Tarman sits down with Dr. Richard Johnson, Professor Emeritus at the University of Colorado, former Chief of the Division of Renal Diseases and Hypertension, author of The Sugar Fix, The Fat Switch, and Nature Wants Us to Be Fat, and a researcher with 700+ scientific papers to his name. Dr. Johnson explains how fructose (from sugar and high-fructose corn syrup—but also produced inside the body under certain conditions) can activate a powerful metabolic pathway that increases hunger, lowers cellular energy, and shifts calories toward fat storage. He connects this to uric acid, salt, high-glycemic carbohydrates, and the modern "perfect storm" of ultra-processed foods engineered to intensify cravings. Together, they explore the evolutionary logic of fat storage, why visceral fat may have had survival value, why "calories in/calories out" fails to explain the whole picture, and what practical steps can help people restore metabolic flexibility—including carbohydrate reduction, movement that supports mitochondrial health, and the emerging role of GLP-1 medications as a tool (not a replacement) for nutrition change. What You'll Learn

Start Here + Listening Paths: https://breakingupwithbingeeating.transistor.fm/start-hereWelcome to Season 2 of Breaking Up With Binge Eating. This 12-episode series walks you step-by-step from distress around food to something steadier and more workable—without perfection. In the Season 2 opener, we challenge the idea that loss of control is a character flaw and replace it with a more accurate frame: pressure exceeds capacity. We'll unpack how restriction, stress, exhaustion, and emotional overload narrow your thinking and spike urgency around food, and why “clamping down” tends to increase the pressure you're trying to reduce. You'll leave with a gentle practice for the week—one question that lowers shame and raises capacity: What pressure was my system responding to?

Can I Moderate? Why This Question Matters More Than We Talk About For most of my recovery journey, I held a pretty firm belief: If you're questioning your drinking, the answer is probably abstinence. That belief came from both lived experience, as well as observing other people who struggle with alcohol. Personally, I never drank normally. From the very first drink, the switch flipped on—and it stayed on. I hit a hard bottom early, and after years of trying to moderate, the answer for me was clear: I could not moderate. As it turned out, for me abstinence meant freedom. And still… Over time, something softened in me. Not because I changed my relationship with alcohol—but because I started listening more closely to other people's experiences. The Question Everyone Has to Answer for Themselves I've come to believe this: "Can I moderate?" is not a denial question. It's a developmental one. For many people, it's the pivot point of their entire recovery journey. Some people answer it quickly. Some answer it painfully. Some don't answer it until years—sometimes decades—later. But skipping the question doesn't make it disappear. And that's why my conversation with Nick Allen, CEO and co-founder of Sunnyside, felt so important. Nick grew up in an AA household. Both of his parents are in long-term recovery. He understands abstinence deeply—and still, his own relationship with alcohol took a different path. Instead of waiting for a crisis, he began asking a quieter question early on: What does a healthy relationship with alcohol look like for me—right now? That question eventually became Sunnyside: a platform designed to help people explore change before things fall apart. The Missing Middle Here's the reality I see again and again: Most people are offered two options: Figure it out Quit forever And when those are the only choices on the table, a huge number of people choose to keep trying to figure it out. Not because they're reckless. Not because they don't care. But because abstinence can feel overwhelming, stigmatizing, or premature—especially for people who are still functioning "well enough." Research suggests there's often a 10-year gap between when alcohol becomes a problem and when someone seeks help. Ten years. Think about what happens in ten years: Careers strained Health eroded Relationships damaged Kids absorbing instability they can't name yet Waiting is not neutral. Why Willpower Isn't the Answer One thing Nick and I aligned on immediately: Willpower is a terrible long-term strategy. Willpower is finite. It's lowest at the exact moments people need it most: After a long day During stress At the witching hour (5–7pm) On Fridays when it's "been a week" Sunnyside takes a different approach: Decisions are made ahead of time, when clarity is high Habits are supported with structure, not shame Accountability is externalized, not moralized This is how real behavior change works. A Word About Naltrexone (And Nuance) We also talked openly about naltrexone, a medication that's been FDA-approved for decades to help reduce alcohol cravings. Here's what matters: It doesn't make people sick It doesn't require abstinence It reduces the reward loop that drives compulsive drinking I've had clients use it successfully—particularly high-functioning people who struggled with the "off switch," not daily drinking. But for people earlier in the process—people quietly wondering, "Is this still working for me?"—tools like this can interrupt years of silent suffering. Language Matters More Than We Think One of the most powerful parts of this conversation was about vocabulary. Words like addict, alcoholic, relapse, recovery—they carry weight. For some people, they offer clarity and belonging. For others, they create shame, fear, and avoidance. If the language feels too heavy, people wait. Sunnyside intentionally avoids labels and instead talks about: Alcohol overuse Habit change Awareness Experimentation That shift alone can make change feel possible. Where I Land Now I'm still sober and have no desire to drink again. I still believe abstinence is the right path for most people who struggle with alcohol. And I also believe we need earlier, gentler, more honest entry points into change. The goal of sobriety—or moderation, or reduction—isn't the absence of alcohol. It's: Freedom Health Presence A life that actually works If someone can get there sooner, with less damage along the way, I'm all for it.     Action Steps If this resonated, here are a few grounded next steps: Ask the question honestly Is alcohol adding to my life—or quietly taking from it? Move from judgment to curiosity You don't need a label to run an experiment. Plan ahead of cravings Decisions made in advance beat willpower every time. Seek support early Coaching, tracking, community, and medical tools are preventative—not last resorts. Protect what already works If abstinence is serving you, honor that. No need to second-guess stability.     Resources Sunnyside: https://www.sunnyside.co/arlina Sunnyside Med (Naltrexone access) NIH research on alcohol use disorder and treatment gaps AA and abstinence-based recovery programs (for those who already know)     If you're listening to this podcast, reading this post, or even asking the question quietly to yourself—you're already earlier than most. And earlier matters.   Guest Contact Info: https://get.sunnyside.co/arlina

Ever feel like you're running on empty and wonder if just ten minutes could truly lower your stress as a dad? If you're constantly juggling work, home, and parenting with little time for yourself, this episode is for you.  We break down practical ways to reduce stress fast, so you can be the calm, present parent your family needs. Discover how tiny, realistic habits can relieve stress, even on your worst days. Learn a simple three-step system to quickly reset your mind and body, keeping overwhelm from spilling into family life. Find out why small changes lead to big results, creating a calmer home environment that benefits everyone. Hit play now and see how just 10 intentional minutes can be your secret weapon to less stress and more calm.  ----- Download our free Balanced Dad BLUEPRINT pdf guide to take control of your time, reduce stress and protect your energy. Get it here: https://dadcentral.ca/balanced-dad-blueprint-2/  ----- Timestamps: 00:00   Introduction and overview of Dad Central Show 00:41   The concept of a 10-Minute Reset for stress reduction 02:08   The power and compounding effect of small habits 04:23   Addressing myths: Calm as a practice, not a personality trait 04:53   Why dads feel stressed today 07:02   Why tiny habits actually work 08:24   Real life examples of implementing small habits with kids 09:10   Core principles for making small habits stick 12:19   Introduction to the Dad Central 10-Minute Reset System 13:13   Step 1: Regulating your nervous system 15:21   Step 2: Clearing the mental load 17:01   Step 3: Signaling safety to the body through movement 18:31   Why these practices change the whole house 20:24   Quick recap and takeaways 21:23   Featured resource and closing thoughts ----- "Dad Central is a podcast that supports fathers in navigating fatherhood, reducing stress, building confidence, managing parenting stress, and improving parenting skills, including discipline, co-parenting, custody issues, calm parenting, and effective communication with children, to foster happy children and strong parent-child relationships."

If you've ever felt like dieting turns into an all-out mental and physical battle, you're not broken, and you're definitely not weak. In this episode, we're unpacking the real reason fat loss feels so hard for so many people, and it has a lot less to do with discipline than you've been told. Your body is wired for survival, not aesthetics. When you diet, powerful biological systems kick in to protect you. Hunger hormones rise. Fullness signals weaken. Your metabolism slows down to conserve energy. Even your brain changes how it responds to food. These aren't flaws!! They're evolutionary features designed to keep you alive during times of food scarcity.On top of that, modern life stacks the odds even further against you. Chronic stress, poor sleep, constant exposure to hyper-palatable food, and years of ingrained habits all make long-term dieting feel like swimming upstream.In this episode, we'll break down:• How leptin and ghrelin shift during fat loss• Why metabolic adaptation is normal (and not permanent damage)• How stress and sleep directly affect hunger and fat loss• Why dieting failure is rarely about willpower• How to work with your biology instead of constantly fighting itIf you've ever wondered why you can follow a plan perfectly and still feel obsessed with food, exhausted, or stuck... this conversation will help you understand what's actually happening inside your body and what to do about it.Subscribe for more conversations on training, physiology, identity, and sustainable progress for women. Schedule a call with me using the link below. https://calendly.com/elenoa-mccabe/30min⁠⁠ BEcoming Relentless IG: @becomingrelentless_Elenoa McCabe IG: @noamccabe_ifbbpro#becomingrelentlessBEcoming Relentless — new episodes weekly.Find me on IG: ⁠⁠@noamccabe_ifbbpro⁠⁠.BEcoming Relentless IG: ⁠@becomingrelentless_⁠.If you are interested in working with me, I am looking for new athletes, general lifestyle clients, and contest prep competitors. Schedule a call using the link below!Work With Me: ⁠⁠https://calendly.com/elenoa-mccabe/30min⁠⁠Inquires/Questions: elenoa.mccabe@gmail.comAffiliates: Ryze HRT + Bloodwork "NOA"Purefactor Formulations "NOA10"Free Spirit Outlet "NOA"The Shoe Fairy "ELENOA"More from me: patreon.com/Elenoa#BEcomingRelentless #stayrelentless #ifbbpro #ifbb #becomingrelentless #podcast #contestprep #bodybuilding

You told yourself this morning you weren't going to drink tonight. But now that it's time to make that decision, it feels impossible to say no. That moment is exactly what Colleen breaks down in this episode — because the path forward requires you to understand that this is not a lack of discipline and it's not a willpower problem. The relief you feel when you take that first sip has nothing to do with alcohol. It's about what's been happening inside your body all day long — the dumpster fire of stress and anxiety that has chronically become your state of normal. In this episode, Colleen teaches you the foundational skill that changes the way you move through your entire day, so that by evening, instead of telling yourself no, you're telling yourself yes — and there are a lot more options on the menu than just drinking. In This Episode: The two versions of you: regulated vs. dysregulated, and why you're a completely different decision-maker in each state Why your body isn't craving alcohol — it's craving relief The difference between skills and strategies, and why strategies fail without this foundational skill Practical strategies that work when you're regulated: Delay Don't Deny, mental rehearsal, talking to your tomorrow self, and extracting the lesson instead of spiraling in shame The RISE framework: Recognize, Integrate, Strategize, Embody What it takes to become the version of you who can take or leave alcohol   You don't need to be "ready." You just need to be honest with yourself about where you are. Start with a Discovery Call. CLICK HERE. Uncover just how supportive a community of women can be when we are all co-creating positive change with intention and clarity.   Find me on: YouTube: @HangoverWhisperer TikTok: @hangoverwhisperer Instagram: @thehangoverwhisperer  X (Twitter) : @NotAboutTheAlc

Are you tired of feeling stuck in the same thought loops that seem to run on repeat, no matter what you do? Many of the thoughts that cause distress or lead you back to old habits aren't actually problems that need solving. In this episode, I revisit a powerful concept that can completely change how you relate to your mind and help you stop letting repetitive thoughts dictate your behavior. I explain why thoughts often keep showing up simply because they've been practiced for years, not because they are true or important. This episode will help you break the cycle of repetitive thinking, reduce self-judgment, and approach your thoughts in a way that supports real change, both in quitting pornography and in everyday life. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://centerforovercoming.com/post/breaking-cycle-repetitive-thoughts Click here to sign up for my free masterclass, How to Overcome Pornography without using Willpower: https://sarabrewer.com/masterclass

Think your willpower is weak? It's probably just untrained. We explore a practical, science-grounded path to stronger discipline by reframing willpower as a skill you can build, not a talent you either have or don't.From late-night snacking to endless scrolling to skipped workouts, we map the moments that derail you and show how small, targeted shifts create big results.We start by redefining willpower, then we dig into 7 exercises you can use today that reset your nervous system and clear your mind.Along the way, we share practical examples you can copy. We close with a step-by-step way to apply these tools to one habit this week and measure real progress without relying on motivation.If you're ready to align actions with values and train willpower where it counts, press play and pick one tool to try today.If this helped, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs their willpower to make a change, and leave a quick review so more people can build the discipline they want.EVENT: Mindset Gym is Open! Let's train your inner game. Save your seat here: https://mindset-gym-lets-train-y-6umh3qc.gamma.site/Text Me Your Thoughts and IdeasSupport the showBrought to you by Angela Shurina Behavior-First, Executive, Leadership and Optimal Performance Coach 360, Change Leadership & Culture Transformation Consultant

If willpower worked, you wouldn't still be frustrated.In the final episode of this 3-part Spring Break mini series, we're talking about the real reason fat loss feels hard after 40-and it's not because you lack discipline or motivation.This episode dives into the habits and support systems that quietly determine whether you follow through… or fall off again.Inside this episode, we cover:Why willpower isn't the solution-and what works insteadHow alcohol, hydration, and sleep impact fat loss more than most women realizeThe hidden cost of late-night scrolling and chronic exhaustionWhy accountability changes behavior when motivation fadesHow environment and support make consistency easierThis isn't about doing more.It's about setting yourself up to succeed.

Two cataclysmic events have shaped Dr Lucy Hone’s relationship with grief, and resilience.

You've heard of swales… but what about swales in the brain to slow and deepen our human experience? Join me and Cecilia Macaulay for one of those special convos that gets to the heart of life's gnarliest struggles; our biggest messes, our greatest failures, our everyday chaos… and uses permaculture design to harness their power.This episode will particularly chime with “forgetful, distractible” types, clutter accumulators, chaos agents, overwhelm junkies, and anyone with a hunch that a few elegant household systems could MASSIVELY increase their effectiveness in the world.WE COVERInsane wisdom from Bill MollisonMeeting Masanobu FukuokaThe FIVE RULES OF HARMONIOUS PERMIE SHAREHOUSESJapanese rules of Non-Complaint and Taking Full ResponsibilityGrowing an enduring permaculture spiritHow to become a world expert in a tiny little thingCreating a failure protocolUpward spiralsPermaculture for heartbreakBeing an effective human later in lifeMore than medication for neurodiversityThe connection between untidy houses and traumaMaking your kitchen sink a shrine to beauty and goodnessSetting a household culture using mirror neuronsThe eco-footprint of universitySTOP AWFULISING!Permaculture zones in the homeWhy to share what's spareSTOP COLONISING CREATIVE VOID!Expanding the edges of our gifts and talentsBeautiful messcapesKnollingWhat “can't be bothered” really codes forHow to use imagination to improve your memory

Are you exhausted from trying to make things happen in your own strength? Discover why your self-confidence might be the very thing holding you back from God's best and how to find true power in surrender. In this transformative message, Elliott Warren dives deep into the subtle danger of self-reliance. Using the biblical examples of Peter's denial and King Uzziah's rise and fall, he explains why our natural talents, willpower, and resources often become stumbling blocks to our faith. If you feel like you keep hitting a wall despite your best efforts, this sermon is for you. Learn practical steps to move from "striving" in the flesh to truly "trusting" in the Spirit. Discover how to pause, seek God's will, and let go of control so that God can build something in your life that man never could. 00:00 - Prophetic Dream: God is Destroying What Man Built 08:03 - The "Woe is Me" Moment: Why We Need Brokenness 15:20 - Peter's Denial: The Failure of Human Willpower 29:07 - The Trap of Self-Confidence (It's Not What You Think) 37:49 - The Warning of King Uzziah: When Strength Leads to Pride 48:23 - Stop Planning Without God: The Lesson of James 4 54:30 - 3 Practical Steps to Move from Striving to Trusting 01:00:42 - Closing Prayer for Surrender If this message ministered to you, please SUBSCRIBE to our channel and share this video with someone who needs encouragement today. #trustingGod #faithoverfear #sermon #Christianmotivation #surrender #brokenness #Jesus #BibleStudy #ElliottWarren #CrossCultureChurch #spiritualgrowth #overcomingpride #Godsplan Welcome to the official channel of Cross Culture Global, the digital-first media ministry of Cross Culture Church, led by Pastor Elliott Warren. We believe following Jesus isn't a Sunday tradition—it's a radical way of living in today's world. Our mission is to move beyond motivation to deliver profound biblical teaching with raw, real-life application. We dive deep into the complex and often "off-limits" topics that matter most. What you'll find here: Raw Truth: Deep biblical insights for a today's culture. Global Community: A virtual-first community reaching every corner of the earth. crossculturechurch.com crossculturechurch.com/give Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5TKYUWdiK0N204bF6b4U4w TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crosscultureglobal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossCultureGlobal/

In this episode of the Man Within Podcast, Sathiya Sam reflects on his ten-year journey of freedom from pornography, sharing ten hard-earned lessons that he wishes he had understood sooner. He emphasizes that willpower is overrated and that true freedom is built before temptation arises. Sathiya discusses how pornography was merely a symptom of deeper issues, highlighting the importance of addressing root causes rather than just the behavior itself. He also stresses that spiritual disciplines alone are not sufficient for recovery; they must be complemented by practical systems and skills. Throughout the episode, he shares insights on the significance of community, accountability, and the need for a stable environment to foster long-term recovery.  

Have you ever noticed how eating healthy feels almost effortless when motivation is high… but the moment you're tired, stressed, overwhelmed, or busy, it suddenly feels impossible? That's not because something is wrong with you. It's because willpower was never meant to carry your health goals. In today's Fit Tip Friday episode, we're talking about the one skill that can actually replace willpower—especially on the hard days. This is the skill that makes consistency feel simpler, calmer, and so much more sustainable for real life… not just when motivation is high. And if this is hitting home for you, I'd love to invite you to go deeper with me in my upcoming free workshop, Beyond Willpower, happening February 10th at 8:00 p.m. Eastern. We're going to unpack the skills you actually need—not more discipline, not more white-knuckling—to help you eat healthy without the constant struggle and finally move toward your goals this year. To join us, just get your email on my list. You can head over to the Facebook group Lose Weight Live Free and plug it in there, or you can email me directly at taraJ@dietditching.com. I would absolutely love to see you there. Because lasting change doesn't come from trying harder—it comes from learning the right skills. Hope you'll join me

Willpower is the key to success. Successful people strive no matter what they feel by applying their will to overcome apathy, doubt or fear. — Dan Millman Prior Session's Trade Execution Summary Grid: Receive TODAY's Trade Execution Summary Grid, our Complete Analysis & Predictions of Stocks, Bonds, Gold & Bitcoin by becoming a Patreon Member at any of our three levels of support: https://bit.ly/CWPatreonSupport Sign up at Trading View access my platform and charts: https://www.tradingview.com/?aff_id=136493 How to Set Up Our Three Time Frame Chart on TradingView: https://youtu.be/wLwTnrtAOTA I have opened my page to sharing. Find me on TradingView at Thom Goolsby. Here at Charting Wealth, we focus on the reality of price movement by following trends. We teach you a simple and effective method to read stock, ETF and crypto charts, keep your emotions in check and learn when to buy and when to sell. Charting is your road map to the market and the riches it can offer. Forget the hype you see and hear in the financial news media. They are selling products in print ads and commercials. Focus on what is real, no matter how hard it can be to believe! Otherwise, you become a sucker or worse, a slave, to the delusion someone else wants you to believe. Use the lessons we teach every day to accurately chart any stock, commodity, ETF and cryptocurrencies. We give you daily, real life lessons with the five ETFs we track: S&P 500, NASDAQ 100, 20-Year Treasury Bonds, Gold and Bitcoin. We have all the tools you need to learn how to trade. For subscribers, we have a GREAT TRAINING to SUPERCHARGE your practice trading: "Riding the Market Waves: Mastering the Art of Trading in Sync with Market Tides." If you are not a subscriber, become one! Subscribe for FREE to our daily market reviews & training at http://www.ChartingWealth.com We urge you to "Follow the charts, NOT the noise!" and want to help you follow the market and improve your knowledge of stock and ETF movements. Support our work at PATREON and receive GREAT benefits (training, gifts, etc...): https://www.patreon.com/user?u=14138154 Receive our STOCK ALERTS via TEXT when WEEKLY VERTICAL CROSSOVERS occur. Very valuable information! Less than 8 texts a month. Text "chartingwealth" to 33222 on your cell phone. At ChartingWealth.com, http://chartingwealth.com every day the market is open, we chart the S&P 500, NASDAQ 100, Gold & Bonds. In just a few short minutes, we give you a valuable training update and quickly review the trends we see taking place in the market. At the end of every week, we give you an overview of what happened over the last five days and what's on the calendar for the next trading week. DISCLAIMER: We offer NO advice and make NO claims to expertise of any kind. This site is dedicated to knowledge and education through our stock chart training, reviews and other information -- nothing more.

Have you ever been mid-bite or mid-pour — fully aware you didn't actually want to keep going — and still felt unable to stop? This episode is for the moments when awareness is there… but choice feels out of reach. If willpower were the solution, you'd already be free. So why do cravings and urges keep taking over — especially when you're tired, overwhelmed, or emotionally depleted? In this episode, we explore: why awareness alone hasn't been enough to change certain eating or drinking patterns what cravings are actually doing for you (hint: they're not the problem) why willpower fails in the moment — and what's missing instead how understanding the craving cycle creates choice, not control Cravings aren't a sign that something is wrong with you.They're information — and when you learn how to read them, everything changes. Want help with your own craving cycle? I'm currently offering a limited number of complimentary 1:1 coaching calls called Conquer the Craving Cycle. In this call, we'll take one specific craving or urge you're struggling with and: decode what's actually happening beneath it untangle the pattern that keeps repeating explore how to respond differently next time — without fighting yourself This is not a diet, set of rules, or a willpower pep-talk.It's a grounded, compassionate conversation designed to help you feel more capable inside the moment. Book your Conquer the Craving Cycle call here: https://calendly.com/jillian-2/cyc  It's time to break the cycle. And if you haven't downloaded your free tool to help you stop emotionally eating, get it here: https://download.bodyyoucrave.com/feelings-wheel-sign-up  Chapters (00:00:02) - Hungry for Love(00:00:24) - Cravings, Urges and Willpower(00:06:46) - Binging on Alcohol(00:11:40) - How to Dominate the Cravings(00:19:54) - Be Ready to Change Your Relationship With Food(00:20:27) - Break the Cycle

Willpower is the key to success. Successful people strive no matter what they feel by applying their will to overcome apathy, doubt or fear. — Dan Millman Prior Session's Trade Execution Summary Grid: Receive TODAY's Trade Execution Summary Grid, our Complete Analysis & Predictions of Stocks, Bonds, Gold & Bitcoin by becoming a Patreon Member at any of our three levels of support: https://bit.ly/CWPatreonSupport Sign up at Trading View access my platform and charts: https://www.tradingview.com/?aff_id=136493 How to Set Up Our Three Time Frame Chart on TradingView: https://youtu.be/wLwTnrtAOTA I have opened my page to sharing. Find me on TradingView at Thom Goolsby. Here at Charting Wealth, we focus on the reality of price movement by following trends. We teach you a simple and effective method to read stock, ETF and crypto charts, keep your emotions in check and learn when to buy and when to sell. Charting is your road map to the market and the riches it can offer. Forget the hype you see and hear in the financial news media. They are selling products in print ads and commercials. Focus on what is real, no matter how hard it can be to believe! Otherwise, you become a sucker or worse, a slave, to the delusion someone else wants you to believe. Use the lessons we teach every day to accurately chart any stock, commodity, ETF and cryptocurrencies. We give you daily, real life lessons with the five ETFs we track: S&P 500, NASDAQ 100, 20-Year Treasury Bonds, Gold and Bitcoin. We have all the tools you need to learn how to trade. For subscribers, we have a GREAT TRAINING to SUPERCHARGE your practice trading: "Riding the Market Waves: Mastering the Art of Trading in Sync with Market Tides." If you are not a subscriber, become one! Subscribe for FREE to our daily market reviews & training at http://www.ChartingWealth.com We urge you to "Follow the charts, NOT the noise!" and want to help you follow the market and improve your knowledge of stock and ETF movements. Support our work at PATREON and receive GREAT benefits (training, gifts, etc...): https://www.patreon.com/user?u=14138154 Receive our STOCK ALERTS via TEXT when WEEKLY VERTICAL CROSSOVERS occur. Very valuable information! Less than 8 texts a month. Text "chartingwealth" to 33222 on your cell phone. At ChartingWealth.com, http://chartingwealth.com every day the market is open, we chart the S&P 500, NASDAQ 100, Gold & Bonds. In just a few short minutes, we give you a valuable training update and quickly review the trends we see taking place in the market. At the end of every week, we give you an overview of what happened over the last five days and what's on the calendar for the next trading week. DISCLAIMER: We offer NO advice and make NO claims to expertise of any kind. This site is dedicated to knowledge and education through our stock chart training, reviews and other information -- nothing more.

If you feel like you're constantly running out of willpower when it comes to food, exercise, or staying consistent with your health goals, this episode is for you.In this episode of The SweatSimple Podcast, we're breaking down the willpower myth that keeps so many women stuck in an all-or-nothing cycle. You'll learn how your mindset around willpower impacts consistency, and why relying on willpower alone makes fat loss feel harder than it needs to be.Apply for 1:1 coaching: ⁠https://www.sweatsimpleco.com/onlinecoaching⁠The SweatSimple Podcast Show Notes:  ⁠https://www.sweatsimpleco.com/post/how-to-have-more-willpower-for-weight-loss

The Alan Cox Show

The Alan Cox ShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Download your FREE 90 Day Fitness Chain TrackerJoin The Walking Friends CommunitySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Willpower gets celebrated, but conditioning wins in real life. This focuses on dropping old beliefs that pull you back into the same patterns and training a new way of thinking that supports follow through.  Learn how to spot the mental trigger, interrupt the old script, and practice a simple response that keeps health and fitness steady even when life is full. Practical, direct, and built for busy people who want real change. BOOK A CALL WITH PERRY: http://talktoperry.com TEXT ME: (208) 400-5095 JOIN MY FREE COMMUNITY: http://upsidedownfit.com The Legacy Continues with Syona and Tony Horton: https://sharesyona.co/?url=perrytinsley RESOURCES Best Probiotic for Gut Health: https://bit.ly/probyo Best Focus & Memory Product: https://bit.ly/dryvefocus Daily Success Habits (Free Download): morningsuccesshabits.com Best Home Workouts – Power Nation: https://sharesyona.co/?url=perrytinsley WOW! You made it all the way down here. I'm seriously impressed! Most people stop scrolling way earlier. You officially rock, my friend.

One of the standout films from the 2026 batch of Flickerfest shorts has been Damien Power's docu-drama Return of the Champ. With this excellent hybrid experience, the stand up comedian turned director spins the cameras on his relationship with his brother, Will Power, a world champion and Indy 500 winner, who spins a story about a crash that he once witnessed. It's a story that Damien hadn't heard before, and within Return of the Champ he utilises that story to explore sibling rivalry, masculinity, and what it means to be vulnerable or open with one another.If I'm painting the film to be a deep experience, the rest assured, it definitely is. What Damien has crafted here is something that will stick with me for quite a while, with the resulting film creating a fascinating and memorable nexus points of the quiet space of ocker comedy, reserved masculinity, loud cars, laughter at stand up comedy gigs, and frustration about fathers. There's a lot going on under the hood of this flick, with the film simmering along at a neat 18-minutes and creating a lasting impact. Amplifying the vibe of the film is cinematography by Julian Panetta which is both immersive and observational in tone, pulling viewers into the Power's brothers world. Equally amplifying the tone is the score by Adrian Diery which adds a rather chill and contemplative backdrop to the whole experience. Return of the Champ is the first film by Damien Power, and if this is the style of film we might get from him, then I'm looking forward to seeing where his filmography takes us.This interview was recorded ahead of the films world premiere at Flickerfest 2026. Keep an eye out for it as it rolls out through the festival circuit. You'll not want to miss this one.Sign up for the latest interviews, reviews, and more via https://www.thecurb.com.au/subscribe/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the standout films from the 2026 batch of Flickerfest shorts has been Damien Power's docu-drama Return of the Champ. With this excellent hybrid experience, the stand up comedian turned director spins the cameras on his relationship with his brother, Will Power, a world champion and Indy 500 winner, who spins a story about a crash that he once witnessed. It's a story that Damien hadn't heard before, and within Return of the Champ he utilises that story to explore sibling rivalry, masculinity, and what it means to be vulnerable or open with one another.If I'm painting the film to be a deep experience, the rest assured, it definitely is. What Damien has crafted here is something that will stick with me for quite a while, with the resulting film creating a fascinating and memorable nexus points of the quiet space of ocker comedy, reserved masculinity, loud cars, laughter at stand up comedy gigs, and frustration about fathers. There's a lot going on under the hood of this flick, with the film simmering along at a neat 18-minutes and creating a lasting impact. Amplifying the vibe of the film is cinematography by Julian Panetta which is both immersive and observational in tone, pulling viewers into the Power's brothers world. Equally amplifying the tone is the score by Adrian Diery which adds a rather chill and contemplative backdrop to the whole experience. Return of the Champ is the first film by Damien Power, and if this is the style of film we might get from him, then I'm looking forward to seeing where his filmography takes us.This interview was recorded ahead of the films world premiere at Flickerfest 2026. Keep an eye out for it as it rolls out through the festival circuit. You'll not want to miss this one.Sign up for the latest interviews, reviews, and more via https://www.thecurb.com.au/subscribe/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will you be an inherently better person with a magical life when your blood pressure is in the optimal range, your body fat % is at your goal, your bone density is higher, or your fasting insulin is lower?  Then what's the point of doing all of the healthy behaviors we're told we should deeply care about and we berate ourselves for not getting serious about?  I think it's useful to really question assumptions, especially the ones everyone takes for granted, like that you should want to be healthier and that you'd be better if you were.work with me: https://www.healthcouragecollective.com/services-9377Are you ready to give your cells their best chance to not have to stop living before they die by allowing them access to physiologic levels of hormones, but aren't sure how to even get started?  Join the waitlist for my new beta program here and help me figure out how best to help wonderful women like you get the hormone care they deserve!Join the Waitlist HereCome visit me: www.healthcouragecollective.comemail me: healthcouragecollective@gmail.com

This episode is brought to you by Strong Coffee Company, Supp Co, and WHOOP. In this episode of Ever Forward Radio, psychologist and addiction expert Dr. Adi Jaffe reframes addiction, compulsive behavior, and self-sabotage as intelligent coping strategies rather than personal failures. He explains why labeling people as "addicts" creates shame and traps identity, how early childhood and even preverbal experiences shape adult behavior, and why most habits don't change through awareness alone. Dr. Jaffe introduces his SPARROW Behavioral Loop—stimulus, perception, activation, response, outcome—to show how emotions and bodily sensations, not events themselves, drive behavior. Together, they explore identity, responsibility without blame, growth mindset, emotional regulation, stoicism, belief systems, and why sustainable change comes from reshaping perception and nervous system responses rather than fighting behaviors directly. This conversation offers a compassionate, practical framework for breaking patterns and moving forward—without shame. Follow Adi @dradijaffe Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Addiction Is Not Your Identity 02:00 – Why Calling Someone an "Addict" Causes Harm 05:10 – The Thing Is Never the Thing 07:30 – Coping Starts Earlier Than You Remember 10:00 – Attachment, Safety, and Early Nervous System Wiring 14:45 – Resilience vs. Disconnection 17:20 – It's Not Your Fault, But It Is Your Responsibility 19:50 – The Sphere of Control Framework 23:30 – Perception Shapes Reality 25:45 – Introducing the SPARROW Behavioral Loop 29:15 – Why Awareness Alone Doesn't Change Behavior 33:00 – Emotional Menus & Coping Patterns 35:20 – Changing Beliefs to Reduce Triggers 38:40 – Stoicism, Detachment & Emotional Regulation 41:30 – Identity Change Without All-or-Nothing Thinking 44:50 – Becoming Someone Who Can Change 48:05 – Choosing Your Hard 49:30 – How to Know You're on the Right Path ----- Episode resources: 15% off organic coffee and lattes with code CHASE at https://www.StrongCoffeeCompany.com FREE supplement companion app at https://www.Supp.Co/everforward  $30 off physical activity tracker 5.0 at https://www.Join.WHOOP.com/everforward Watch and subscribe on YouTube Learn more at AdiJaffe.com

Are you doing all the right things but still feel stuck in the same patterns? When change doesn't last, the issue usually isn't discipline, motivation, or willpower. It's the beliefs running quietly underneath everything else. In this episode, Coach Hunter Garrett breaks down how deeply held beliefs shape emotions, choices, and habits, often without you realizing it. He walks through five practical steps to help you identify, question, and begin unlearning the beliefs that keep you stuck. This episode shows why lasting change happens from the inside out and how shifting what you believe is what allows behavior to change. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://centerforovercoming.com/post/beliefs-keep-you-stuck-unlearn Click here to sign up for my free masterclass, How to Overcome Pornography without using Willpower: https://sarabrewer.com/masterclass

In this episode, we unpack a powerful truth: you're not failing, lazy, or broken. You may simply be using a strategy designed for a different woman with a different starting point. The approach needed to lose the first 50 pounds is not the same as the approach needed for the last 10, and misunderstanding that difference keeps many women stuck in cycles of frustration. We talk about the psychology of large weight loss, why knowledge alone isn't enough, and how chasing perfection pulls you further from real progress. This conversation is about choosing the right plan, the right support, and building an identity that matches the life you want to live.We talk about:-The difference between losing the first 50 pounds and the last 10-The risk of unqualified coaching-Knowledge versus true understanding-Why it's not just your hormones-Recognizing your “lightbulb” moment-The trap of chasing perfection-Understanding your window of toleranceTime Stamps: 0:00 Introduction2:04 psychological differences with large fat loss8:06 focusing on identity12:25 having the knowledge but not the behaviors18:23 habit changes25:13 gaining the weight back39:17 choosing the right coach44:45 tactics for big weight lossCONNECT WITH KAIT:Four Phase Course: https://www.skool.com/4-phase-body-transformation-9674/about?ref=df07484c52f048a59dac76c46465bd791:1 Coaching: https://form.jotform.com/241375086805157IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/Email: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-listFree FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18fyYCSZgn/?mibextid=K35XfPCONNECT WITH MAVERICK:Four Phase Course: https://www.skool.com/4-phase-body-transformation-9674/about?ref=df07484c52f048a59dac76c46465bd791:1 Coaching: https://form.jotform.com/241375086805157IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.willetts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we unpack a powerful truth: you're not failing, lazy, or broken. You may simply be using a strategy designed for a different woman with a different starting point. The approach needed to lose the first 50 pounds is not the same as the approach needed for the last 10, and misunderstanding that difference keeps many women stuck in cycles of frustration. We talk about the psychology of large weight loss, why knowledge alone isn't enough, and how chasing perfection pulls you further from real progress. This conversation is about choosing the right plan, the right support, and building an identity that matches the life you want to live.We talk about:-The difference between losing the first 50 pounds and the last 10-The risk of unqualified coaching-Knowledge versus true understanding-Why it's not just your hormones-Recognizing your “lightbulb” moment-The trap of chasing perfection-Understanding your window of toleranceTime Stamps: 0:00 Introduction2:04 psychological differences with large fat loss8:06 focusing on identity12:25 having the knowledge but not the behaviors18:23 habit changes25:13 gaining the weight back39:17 choosing the right coach44:45 tactics for big weight lossCONNECT WITH KAIT:Four Phase Course: https://www.skool.com/4-phase-body-transformation-9674/about?ref=df07484c52f048a59dac76c46465bd791:1 Coaching: https://form.jotform.com/241375086805157IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/Email: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-listFree FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18fyYCSZgn/?mibextid=K35XfPCONNECT WITH MAVERICK:Four Phase Course: https://www.skool.com/4-phase-body-transformation-9674/about?ref=df07484c52f048a59dac76c46465bd791:1 Coaching: https://form.jotform.com/241375086805157IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.willetts/

In this episode of the Living Well podcast, Olivia Hill discusses the significance of habits and systems over motivation. She emphasizes that a lack of discipline often stems from the absence of effective systems. Olivia introduces three key strategies for building habits: lowering the bar, habit stacking, and tracking wins. By implementing these strategies, individuals can reduce decision fatigue, maintain momentum, and achieve long-term success in their personal development journey.

Have you ever prayed for more self-control… and still felt stuck in the same cycle? Like no matter how hard you try, how disciplined you become, or how faithful you want to be, nothing really changes? Maybe you've told yourself, If I could just try harder… if I could be more disciplined… if I could be a better Christian… then this would finally click. But what if the problem isn't that you're lacking willpower at all? What if this struggle is actually an invitation from God into something deeper? Today on this Faith-Filled Friday episode, we're talking about the shift from willpower to wisdom. Because true, lasting self-control isn't something you white-knuckle your way into. It's not something you force. It's something that's produced within you as you learn to walk with God, listen to Him, and rely on His strength instead of your own. If you're exhausted from striving… If you're tired of feeling like you should be “doing better by now”… If you're craving real, Spirit-led freedom instead of constant effort—this episode is for you. I'm also excited to invite you to my upcoming workshop, Beyond Willpower, where we're going to go deeper into this conversation. We'll talk about why willpower was never meant to be your main tool—and what actually helps you overcome the struggle, find freedom, and move toward the results you've been praying for. If you want to join us, head over to our Facebook group, Lose Weight, Live Free, drop your email, and I'll make sure you're on the list to receive the workshop link coming up in February. And if you have questions or want to connect directly, you can always email me at taraJ@dietditching.com. I'd love to hear from you. Let's stop striving—and start walking in the freedom God already has for you.

We're answering five listener questions this week. We're talking about when you might need a mental health pro to help you with your nutrition, orthorexia, getting through a 10-day vacation with your diet intact, and more.

On this episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Jonathan Bonnet—this time getting very practical about behavior change. We dig into the small, underrated “hacks” that actually make habits stick, from visual cues and environment design to making healthy choices the easiest option by default. We also talk through strategies for breaking habits you don't want—like mindless scrolling or smoking—plus realistic approaches to sleep and stress that don't require becoming a meditation monk. If you're great at setting goals but struggle with follow-through, this bonus episode is all about closing that gap. Think less willpower, more systems that work with your brain instead of against it.To hear the rest of this bonus episode, come join the Foodie Fam!Sign up for our newsletter here!Check out our book!Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk!Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Are you frustrated by the idea that life should feel better once you finally quit porn? In this episode, I introduce the 50-50 principle and explain why understanding it can completely change how you approach quitting pornography. If you've ever thought something has gone wrong because you're still struggling, still uncomfortable, or still dealing with hard emotions, this conversation will help you see your experience in a very different way. The 50-50 principle is simple but powerful. Life is always made up of both positive and negative experiences, no matter where you are or what you've accomplished. This episode will help you understand why quitting isn't about eliminating discomfort, but about choosing a different relationship with it so you can grow, change, and build a life you actually want to be present for. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://centerforovercoming.com/post/50-50-principle-quitting-porn Click here to sign up for my free masterclass, How to Overcome Pornography without using Willpower: https://sarabrewer.com/masterclass

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3890: Nir Eyal challenges the popular belief that willpower is a limited resource and reveals how this mindset can sabotage our ability to stay disciplined. Backed by research from Carol Dweck and Michael Inzlicht, the article reframes willpower as an emotion that fluctuates and can be managed, not something we "run out" of. Shifting this perspective can help us build resilience, make better decisions, and stop using "lack of willpower" as an excuse to quit. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/about-willpower/ Quotes to ponder: "Believing we do [run out of willpower] makes us less likely to accomplish our goals, by providing a rationale to quit when we could otherwise persist." "Ego-depletion is essentially caused by self-defeating thoughts and not by any biological limitation." "Rather than telling ourselves we failed because we're somehow deficient, we should offer self-compassion by speaking to ourselves with kindness when we experience setbacks." Episode references: Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs: https://www.jsad.com Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences: https://www.pnas.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3271: Victoria Jung offers four practical strategies to help you stay on track with your goals, even when motivation fades. By understanding willpower, building habits into your routine, preparing for life's curveballs, and celebrating small wins, you'll strengthen your ability to maintain progress and avoid burnout. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://freeformfitness.ca/4-ways-maintain-motivation/ Quotes to ponder: "Motivation is not a zero-sum game. You can't expect to be motivated 100% of the time." "Like your muscles, your willpower can be fatigued when overused." "Having a backup plan to help you stay on track means that you can never be thrown off your game." Episode references: The American Psychological Association on Willpower: https://www.apa.org/topics/willpower-limited.pdf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, you'll learn how to get motivated, even when you don't feel like it. If you feel unmotivated, scatter brained, or exhausted… If you keep reaching for your phone, wine, or the remote even when you want to stop… If you're frustrated with yourself for lacking discipline…. This conversation will help you stop wasting time and finally understand why it's so hard to do the things you know you should do. Joining Mel today is Dr. Anna Lembke, MD, who is the world's leading expert on dopamine and compulsive behavior. Dr. Lembke is a professor of psychiatry and addiction medicine at Stanford University, chief of Stanford's Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic. She is also the New York Times bestselling author of Dopamine Nation and the upcoming Radical SurrenderShe has served on the boards of several state and national addiction-focused organizations, and has testified before the United States House of Representatives and Senate.But even with all of her knowledge, she will share with you: she also falls into the same traps you do!In this episode, Dr. Lembke explains the truth most people don't understand: Modern life has trained your brain to chase constant dopamine hits, and that's why motivation, focus, and joy feel harder than ever. But here's the good news: you can reset your brain. Dr. Lembke walks you through the science of dopamine, pain, pleasure, and motivation, and shares a practical protocol for rebuilding focus, energy, and self-control in a world designed to hijack your attention. In this episode, you'll learn: -The “pleasure–pain seesaw” that explains why you keep reaching for the thing you swear you're done with -How dopamine really works (and why chasing pleasure backfires) -The hidden reason scrolling, snacking, and multitasking make you feel worse, not better -The simple but powerful way to rebalance pleasure and pain -What to do when you feel stuck in compulsive habits you “can't quit”  This is not a conversation about shame, addiction labels, or self-control. It's about taking your brain back. If you want more energy, clarity, and motivation, and if you're ready to stop fighting yourself and start working with your brain, this episode is for you. For more resources related to today's episode, click here for the podcast episode page.   If you liked the episode, check out this one next: How to Create a Successful Mindset: The Science of Passion and PerseveranceConnect with Mel:   Order Mel's new product, Pure Genius ProteinGet Mel's newsletter, packed with tools, coaching, and inspiration.Get Mel's #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.