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Why Willpower Isn't Enough Anymore As You Age. Try This Instead.
6 November 20256 min
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What this episode covers
Join Chris Deavin, health coach and creator of the Wisdom Program, as he delves into why relying on willpower to maintain a healthy lifestyle often fails, especially as we age.
Chris explains how designing smarter systems and shifting your identity can make consistent healthy choices automatic. He introduces the ‘No Willpower Health Plan’, a free, downloadable PDF with practical strategies for those over 50 to build a sustainable, healthy lifestyle.
Tune in to learn how to stop starting over and start living resiliently.
00:00 Introduction to The Resilient Life
00:21 The Myth of Willpower
01:26 The Reality of Willpower
02:15 Designing a Smarter Strategy
03:13 Practical Steps to Build Consistency
04:14 Introducing the No Willpower Health Plan
04:52 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
Free Download: No-Willpower Health Plan For People Over 50
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