1358: Why Discipline Feels Impossible (And What to Do About It)
"Everybody wants to heal… until the medicine shows up in the form of discipline." – Hippocrates (400 B.C.) Why is it so hard to do the things we say we want to do? In today's episode, we're digging into one of the biggest struggles so many of us face: discipline. Not just why it's hard—but why it can feel almost impossible in today's world. We're not lazy. We're not broken. We're living in a world designed to hijack our brains through overstimulation and constant dopamine hits—from social media, processed food, streaming content, even the kind of books we read. In this episode, I'll walk you through: Why discipline feels harder than ever (hint: it's not your fault) How dopamine and your brain's salience network make high-stimulation things feel more important than your goals What makes your brain highlight some things (and ignore others) Why real connection, presence, and long-term goals feel boring when you're overstimulated How to retrain your brain so discipline feels easier, not harder This isn't about going off the grid or giving up your phone. It's about making discipline feel possible again—by making life just a little bit quieter. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Your brain highlights what gives you the most dopamine (this is called salience) Overstimulation rewires your motivation—it prioritizes scrolling over sleep, Netflix over goals The solution isn't "more willpower"—it's less noise You can rewire your salience network with small, doable changes: Less screen time More walks and movement (without your phone) More whole foods, less ultra-processed stuff Reducing high-dopamine distractions (yes, even the "harmless" ones) 🛠️ Challenge for Today: Ask yourself: What got my attention today? What felt most important? Did it reflect the life I'm trying to build? If not—good news. You can change what your brain highlights, one small shift at a time.
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1357: Between All And Nothing - Clearing The Confusion
We all know what all looks like — strict rules, clean eating, heavy discipline. And we definitely know what nothing looks like — throwing in the towel and saying, "Whatever, I'll start over Monday." But what about the middle? Why does it feel so hard to define… let alone stay in? In today's episode, I'm unpacking a powerful conversation I had with a client who said something so many of us feel: "Navigating the middle feels lost — like no direction. It feels like too much freedom and an impossible place to navigate." Especially this time of year — when schedules are packed, events are frequent, and temptations are everywhere — the middle can feel impossible. We're talking about: Why "the middle" feels so elusive What to do when you don't hold the line How to adjust your goals without abandoning them Why re-engagement matters more than perfection And how to stay in the game — even when you miss the mark This is not about following a perfect plan. It's about building the resilience to keep going when life gets loud. 💥 Episodes on All or Nothing Episode 1257 Episode 1250 Episode 1057 Episode 495 Episode 034 🎧 Listen If You're Struggling With: The all-or-nothing mindset Staying on track during the holidays Feeling like "you know what to do" but still not doing it Letting one indulgence spiral into a week of disengagement 💬 Let's Keep the Conversation Going: What does "the middle" look like for you right now? DM me on Instagram or tag me in your stories @elizabethbenton — I'd love to hear what this episode brought up for you.
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1356: Rigging The Game Against Yourself (& How To Stop)
A client recently said something that completely stopped me in my tracks: "My mindset determines the choices I'm going to make. Don't decide from a shitty mindset — otherwise, I've rigged the game against myself." Mic. Drop. It immediately made me reflect — how often do we do this? How often do we unconsciously (or consciously) make it harder to follow through, succeed, or feel good? In this episode, I'm sharing: What it actually means to rig the game against yourself How to recognize when you're doing it (with real client stories + examples) What it looks like to rig it in your favor instead The mindset shift from "positive" to helpful that changes everything A journaling prompt to help you create your own breakthrough today
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1355: The Health Warning Sign You Can't Afford to Ignore
You might feel fine. But chronic inflammation could still be running the show — silently disrupting your hormones, energy, digestion, mood, and metabolism. This episode pulls back the curtain on: Why chronic inflammation is the hidden driver behind so many frustrating symptoms (and major diseases) What you can measure — from blood to stool — to actually track it The difference between CRP and hs-CRP (and why it matters way more than you think) What your body fat, cortisol, gut health, and mitochondria have to do with inflammation And most importantly: what you can do this week to lower inflammation and feel better fast If you're tired of chasing symptoms — and ready to get to the root — this is for you. 🧬 Download the Free Inflammation Cheat Sheet → Click here to get your free guide Includes lab tests, symptoms to watch for, and practical action steps to reduce inflammation fast. 🔗 Resources Mentioned: 🔍 GI MAP Comprehensive Stool Test use code ELIZABETH to save 10% 🔴 Lumebox Red Light Therapy Device code ELIZABETHBENTON to save $250+ 🧠 Magnesium I Recommend 🐟 Omega-3 Supplement I Use & Love 🧪 Function Health for Comprehensive Blood Testing 🧠 What You'll Learn: Why chronic inflammation often has no symptoms — until a diagnosis shows up How inflammation fuels disease (heart, gut, brain, autoimmune, cancer, hormones) What calprotectin in your stool can reveal about your gut health Why CRP vs. hs-CRP isn't just a nerdy detail — it could change your course of action The role of excess body fat in triggering inflammation — and how to reverse it Red light therapy, stress, blood sugar, sleep, and more → 8 powerful inflammation-lowering levers 🎧 Listen now, then share it with someone who needs this info — especially if they've been feeling "off" and can't figure out why. 📝 Don't forget to grab your cheat sheet: 👉 Download the Inflammation Overview & Action Plan
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1354: If You're Always Last on Your List…
If you've ever told yourself "I don't have time to take care of myself" because you're too busy taking care of everyone else — this one's for you. Whether it's your kids, your job, your partner, aging parents, or your community — a lot of us are constantly pouring out… while running on empty. In this episode, I'm sharing a concept from CrossFit — "core to extremity" — and how it changed the way I think about showing up for others. We're talking about where real strength comes from, what happens when we don't start at the center, and how taking care of yourself first is not selfish — it's strategic. If you feel stretched thin or burned out, this might be the reframe you didn't know you needed. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode: What CrossFit taught me about power and strength — and how it applies to your life The lie behind "I don't have time for myself" What happens when you serve from depletion vs. strength A new way to think about self-care (that's not bubble baths and yoga pants) What I learned during one of the hardest seasons of my life — and how I show up differently now
Why are we so stressed & overwhelmed? Why do we have clear & compelling goals but fail to reach them? How can we want to change so desperately yet make choices that keep us from that change? Because we keep focusing on the habits we want instead of building the skill of consistency that allows us to achieve them. Consistency is a skill. It's a superpower. It isn't one-size-fits all. It unlocks any door and makes every goal achievable. A more effective, realistic approach starts here.
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