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Episode Synopsis
Willpower alone is often insufficient for sustainable weight loss because it is a limited resource, easily depleted under stress, fatigue, or temptation. Most of our behaviors, including eating habits, operate on autopilot, driven by subconscious patterns and routines developed over time. Relying solely on willpower targets these behaviors only at the conscious level, suitable for short-term challenges but not for long-term change. Instead, the key to lasting weight loss is reprogramming the mind, changing the deep-seated habits that dictate daily choices. This involves creating new, healthier routines that eventually become automatic, reducing the reliance on willpower and making healthy choices the new norm.
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