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Why Willpower Isn’t Enough: The Tiny Habits Method Explained with Dr. BJ Fogg
Why Willpower Isn’t Enough: The Tiny Habits Method Explained with Dr. BJ Fogg
Why Willpower Isn’t Enough: The Tiny Habits Method Explained with Dr. BJ Fogg
Tuesday 23rd December 2025
Dr. BJ Fogg explains why tiny habits are more effective than willpower for lasting change.
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Episode Overview
- Willpower alone isn't enough for lasting change.
- Start small and celebrate your successes.
- Focus on feeling good rather than self-criticism.
- Break aspirations into tiny, manageable behaviours.
- Design habits that fit naturally into your life.
"You change best by feeling good, not by feeling bad."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? This episode of 'The One You Feed' offers a fresh perspective on habit formation with the insightful Dr. BJ Fogg. Dr. Fogg, a behavioural scientist from Stanford, breaks down the myth that willpower alone can lead to lasting change. Instead, he introduces the 'Tiny Habits' method, a practical approach focusing on starting small, celebrating successes, and practicing self-compassion.
Host Eric Zimmer, who has his own powerful story of overcoming addiction, engages with Dr. Fogg to explore why feeling good is more effective than self-criticism in creating new habits. Dr. Fogg uses relatable anecdotes to explain why traditional methods of behaviour change often fail and how tiny adjustments can lead to significant transformations. He shares how breaking aspirations into small, manageable behaviours can make them achievable, shifting the focus from self-judgment to self-celebration.
The episode is peppered with humour and practical advice, making it not only informative but also engaging. Listeners will find themselves questioning their own habits and perhaps even feeling inspired to try out this method for themselves. Whether you're looking to change your relationship with alcohol or any other aspect of your life, this conversation provides a roadmap for success that doesn't rely on sheer willpower.
Why not give it a listen and see if these tiny habits could be the key to unlocking your potential?