Angela Pugh
Angela Pugh
Stop Starting Over: Use Structure to Make Habits Last
Stop Starting Over: Use Structure to Make Habits Last
Stop Starting Over: Use Structure to Make Habits Last
Friday 24th October 2025
Tired of starting over? Learn how structure, not willpower, can help you build lasting habits with Angela Pugh's expert advice.
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Angela Pugh
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Identify cues, routines, and rewards to understand habits.
- Structure trumps willpower for lasting change.
- Reframe goals positively for better outcomes.
- Change your environment to support new habits.
- Self-compassion is key in the long-term journey.
"You have to know your weak spots so you can have reinforcement."
Ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle of starting over? You're not alone, and this episode of Addiction Unlimited is here to help you break free. Hosted by the insightful Angela Pugh, this re-released episode dives into the science of habit formation and why relying on willpower alone isn't the answer. Angela shares her personal journey of overcoming old habits and the brain science that helped her understand she could change her life for the better.
In a world where motivation can be as elusive as a unicorn, Angela suggests building a solid structure to support your goals. She talks about identifying cues, routines, and rewards that form our habits and how tweaking these elements can lead to lasting change. It's all about understanding the habit wheel—cue, routine, reward—and using it to your advantage.
Angela also emphasises the importance of changing your environment and reframing goals positively, which can make a world of difference in your recovery journey. Angela's approach is refreshingly honest and practical, offering listeners actionable steps to reinforce their weak spots and prevent self-sabotage. Her candid anecdotes about her love for ice cream and how she tackled her own habits add a relatable touch to the discussion.
So, if you're ready to stop hitting the reset button and want to build habits that stick, this episode is your go-to guide. Remember, it's all about progress, not perfection. How will you use these insights to transform your habits today?