Jason Mark Benson
Jason Mark Benson
You’re Not Powerless — Why AA and Willpower Keep You Stuck
You’re Not Powerless — Why AA and Willpower Keep You Stuck
You’re Not Powerless — Why AA and Willpower Keep You Stuck
Thursday 24th July 2025
Jason Benson reveals why willpower fails and how changing your identity can lead to lasting sobriety.
14 minutes
Honest
Informative
Encouraging
Supportive
Transformative
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Jason Mark Benson
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Willpower alone often fails to achieve long-term sobriety.
- Changing one's identity is crucial for overcoming addiction.
- A supportive community can aid in the recovery process.
- Rewire beliefs about alcohol to break free from addiction.
- Confront, rewire, and lead – a simple system for change.
It's not your fault that you're stuck; it's about changing your identity.
In this episode of 'Kick the Piss: Getting Sober', Jason Benson tackles a topic that hits close to home for many – why willpower and traditional methods like AA might not be the golden ticket to sobriety. With raw honesty and a sprinkle of humour, Jason argues that the key to quitting alcohol isn't just about resisting temptation; it's about redefining your identity.
He shares his own journey, revealing how he moved from a cycle of shame and guilt to a life where alcohol no longer held power over him. Jason believes that many high-functioning individuals find themselves stuck not because they're weak, but because they haven't changed their self-perception. Through his three-phase system – confront, rewire, and lead – he offers a path to escape the endless loop of addiction.
This isn't about magic pills or secret formulas; it's about creating new habits and beliefs that transform you into someone who naturally doesn't drink. Jason’s message is clear: you don't need more willpower, you need a change in identity supported by a brotherhood of like-minded individuals. If you're tired of fighting the same battles and ready to see yourself in a new light, this episode might just be the wake-up call you need.
Are you ready to switch gears and lead your life with purpose?