Is Motivation Enough to Prompt Your EXIT?

Is Motivation Enough to Prompt Your EXIT?

Aging Flipped - Breaking The Stigma around ADHD, Aging & Rethinking Alcohol

Debi Talbert reveals why motivation alone often fails in quitting drinking and shares practical tips from BJ Fogg's behavior model.

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21:0714 Mar 2022

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Is Motivation Enough? Debunking Myths and Finding Real Solutions for Quitting Drinking

Understanding motivation and how unreliable it is when used alone to achieve a goal is of paramount importance when it comes to understanding BJ Fogg’s behavior model.

Ever felt that motivation alone isn't cutting it when trying to quit drinking? You're not alone. In this episode of 'Aging Flipped', Debi Talbert dives deep into the concept of motivation and why it often falls short when used as the sole tool for making significant life changes, like saying goodbye to alcohol. Drawing from BJ Fogg's behavior model, Debi breaks down why motivation can be unreliable and how other factors play crucial roles in achieving your goals.

She doesn’t just stop at theory; she provides nine practical questions to help you understand your motivations better and leverage them effectively. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to make a meaningful EXIT from drinking. Debi also highlights the importance of becoming the 'boss of your brain' and how ability, alongside motivation, is key to making lasting changes.

It's an eye-opening discussion that challenges conventional wisdom and offers actionable advice to help you take control of your journey towards sobriety. Tune in to learn how to navigate your path with more than just fleeting motivation.

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