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Feb 2025
11m 44s

STOP Using Willpower to Break Bad Habits...

Ryan Hanley, Bleav
About this episode

In this episode of the Ryan Hanley Show, Ryan dives deep into the fascinating world of habits and how to break the bad ones using the principles around the 3 steps habit loop. Inspired by the habit loop concept popularized by Charles Duhigg, Ryan explains how our daily behaviors are controlled by cues, routines, and rewards. He emphasizes that understanding these habit triggers is crucial for lifelong learning and self-actualization. 

Ryan also explores the limitations of willpower and why traditional wisdom and willpower only get us so far. He introduces a new perspective on study motivation and the psychology of willpower, supported by findings from social psychology and cognitive science. Ryan provides actionable steps to increase willpower and practical tips on how to get more willpower by hacking the brain's chemistry and forming tiny habits. 

For those struggling with habits to reduce anxiety, this episode offers insightful advice on rewiring your brain to enjoy positive habits that serve you well in the long run. Join Ryan as he challenges you to take control of your habits and change your life with a simple, overlooked strategy that doesn’t heavily rely on willpower. 

Don't miss the seven-day habit breaker challenge at the end, where Ryan encourages you to identify your triggers, replace them with positive routines, and celebrate small wins—all crucial steps to master the habit loop and achieve self-actualization. Be sure to share your progress and comments, embracing the spirit of this transformative journey!

 

🎯 Takeaways:

  • This overlooked strategy is the KEY to breaking bad habits regardless of willpower or motivation.
  • Replace your bad habits with positive routines that provide similar rewards and satisfaction.
  • Identify the triggers behind your bad habits and journal them to gain insight into what prompts these behaviors.
 

💬 Sound Bites:

  • "Your habits are who you are, period."
  • "Celebrate your small habit victories. You're hacking your brain to expect a reward from good habits instead of bad."
  • "It's not about willpower. It's about strategically leveraging your brain's chemistry to work for you, hacking your brain."
 

📖 Chapters:

00:00 "Breaking Bad Habits"

04:42 "Break Bad Habits: 3 Steps"

07:19 "Celebrate Habit Wins for Success"

09:59 "7-Day Habit Breaker Challenge"

 

📌 𝗙𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗠𝗘 𝗢𝗡:

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