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What if GLP-1s could do more than change your appetite, and they could actually create an opportunity to change your habits? In this episode, I’m joined by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and The Power of Habit author Charles Duhigg for a fascinating conversation about GLP-1s, food noise, dopamine, and the science of habit change. We unpack what happens in the brain when GLP-1s quiet cravings, why they may create a temporary “habit window,” and how to use that window to build behaviors that can actually stick. Whether you’re considering a GLP-1, currently taking one, or have no plans to use one, this episode will change the way you think about willpower, food, exercise, and lasting behavior change. 
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Episode 395: I Was Wrong About Wegovy, Ozempic, and Mounjaro with Dr. Taylor Brueseke
Charles Duhigg's books:
The Power of Habit: https://amzn.to/4f0clzK
Smarter, Faster, Better: https://amzn.to/44RhfdB
Supercommunicators: https://amzn.to/4vSH0pQ

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In this episode, I’m breaking down the truth about drinking alcohol while counting macros and working toward your health and fitness goals. I’ll explain how alcohol affects fat burning, muscle recovery, sleep, hunger, and decision-making, and why simply “fitting it into your macros” doesn’t tell the whole story. I’ll also share questions to help you evaluate your relationship with alcohol, understand the trade-offs, and decide how often drinking is truly worth it for you. My goal isn’t to tell you whether you should or shouldn’t drink, but to give you the information you need to make an informed, conscious choice for your journey. Let’s dive in!
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In today's episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes for a candid chat about a goal I never thought I’d consider: competing in a bodybuilding show. I break down what changed my mind, how I’m overcoming past fears around body image and subjective judging, and why I decided to hire a coach for my current building phase. I also talk about the power of taking things one step at a time without needing to commit to the end result right away. Tune in to hear where I’m at in my training, how I’m targeting specific physique goals, and what’s next on this journey!
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Joining me for today's episode is Steph, an Air Force veteran, dedicated mom, and content creator whose fitness journey eventually led her to the bodybuilding stage. She is here to pull back the curtain on her incredible 101-pound transformation, proving that when you commit to small, almost boring habits and stay consistent through the slow seasons, remarkable things are possible. We dig into the specific "crisis point" that sparked her journey, the step-by-step process of layering habits brick by brick, and her path toward competing. Steph gets incredibly honest about the challenges of life after the show, including navigating a reverse diet and overcoming a scarcity mindset around food. Most importantly, she shares why the secret to long-term success is deciding exactly what you are willing and not willing to sacrifice. If you have ever felt like your goals are out of reach, or your progress is moving at a snail's pace, this conversation will remind you to trust the process and keep showing up.
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I'm excited to have Monica Packer join me again on the podcast. Monica is the CEO and Founder of About Progress, and after our last conversation, all about building habits, she's back to dive into a topic so many of us struggle with: procrastination. In this episode, we explore why procrastination is about so much more than poor discipline or a lack of motivation. We discuss how it's often rooted in our emotions, how perfectionism and identity can keep us stuck, and why self-compassion is far more effective than shame when it comes to creating lasting change.
Together, we share practical strategies to help you stop putting off the habits that matter most, build consistency through small, sustainable actions, and finally start making progress with your workouts, nutrition, and other personal goals. If you've ever found yourself saying, "I know what I should do, I just can't seem to do it," this episode is for you.
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Episode 330: You’re Probably Thinking About Habits Wrong…Let’s Fix That with Monica Packer
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Pre-order her book at  stickyhabitsbook.com