Angela Pugh
Angela Pugh
Why You Keep Making Bad Decisions (Even When You Know Better)
Why You Keep Making Bad Decisions (Even When You Know Better)
Why You Keep Making Bad Decisions (Even When You Know Better)
Friday 7th November 2025
Angela Pugh tackles why we make poor decisions despite knowing better, focusing on instant gratification's role in addiction and recovery.
29 minutes
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Honest
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Episode Overview
- Instant gratification can keep you trapped in poor decision-making cycles.
- Challenging your 'first thought' can lead to better choices.
- Setting boundaries is crucial for a supportive recovery environment.
- Shifting focus from immediate pleasure to long-term goals is essential.
- Building self-esteem is key to maintaining sobriety.
"Your life is a collection of the little split-second decisions you make a hundred times a day."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? Angela Pugh, the charismatic host of Addiction Unlimited, dives into the often baffling tendency to make poor decisions despite knowing better. With her signature no-nonsense approach, Angela breaks down how instant gratification can keep you stuck in a cycle of self-doubt and stagnation. She shares personal anecdotes, like attending her first AA meeting, to illustrate the internal battles many face when striving for sobriety.
Angela's candid stories resonate with anyone who's ever found themselves caught between short-term pleasure and long-term fulfilment. In this episode, Angela explores the idea that your 'first thought' is often misleading and how training your brain to challenge these impulses can lead to better decision-making. She offers practical advice on how to shift from instant to delayed gratification, encouraging listeners to embrace the discomfort that comes with change.
Angela's humorous yet sincere storytelling makes this episode both engaging and enlightening, as she empowers listeners to take control of their lives by making more thoughtful choices. Angela also discusses the importance of setting boundaries and creating a supportive environment for recovery. Her relatable examples, like choosing a less-than-perfect bed for immediate satisfaction, highlight how everyday decisions reflect deeper patterns of behaviour.
By the end of the episode, you'll be motivated to rethink your own choices and consider what truly matters in your path to a healthier, more fulfilling life. Are you ready to make the shift from instant gratification to lasting happiness?