Episode 36: Why You Keep Falling Into Old Habits (And How to Break the Cycle)

12/02/2025 24 min

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Have you ever found yourself reaching for food when stressed, saying yes when you really mean no, or scrolling your phone instead of tackling your to-do list,even though you know better?In this episode, I break down whyhabit loops keep us stuck in behaviours we want to change and whywillpower isn’t the answer. Instead of forcing yourself to stop, the real power lies inpausing and reflecting,noticing the habit, questioning it, and creating space for better choices.I’ll share:✔The science behind habit loops and why we repeat actions on autopilot.✔How my ‘No Crap Cake’ mindset has helped me make more intentional choices.✔A client’s frustration with stress eating—and why awareness is actually a win.✔How to use the pause to reflect: Did this actually help? How do I feel now?If you’ve ever felt stuck in a habit and frustrated with yourself, this episode willshift your perspective and help you see that changestarts with awareness and not perfection.🎙 Tune in to learn how to break the cycle and start making choices that actually serve you. 🚀

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