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Is willpower really the key to success? Not according to neuroscience. In this episode, I walk you through what truly drives habit formation — and why biology, mood, stress, sleep, hormones, and environment matter far more than discipline.

We’ll explore:

• Why habits are your brain’s “energy-saving mode”
• How repetition, context, and reward shape behavior
• Why identity (“I’m the kind of person who…”) matters
• Three strategies scientists agree reliably build lasting habits
• Simple, actionable examples for nutrition, movement, sleep, and productivity

You’ll also learn bonus tools like the One-Minute Rule, the Five-Second Rule, and friction-reducing tricks to make healthy choices the easiest choices.

This episode builds on the weight loss biology episode and gives you a roadmap for sticking with your goals — without relying on motivation alone.

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