E213 - Why Willpower Is Killing Your Progress

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Most men think they need more discipline. More motivation. More willpower. More grit. But if you've been trying to get lean for years and still aren't where you want to be, the problem probably isn't your effort. It's that you're relying on willpower to do a job that should be handled by systems. In this episode, Ben breaks down why willpower is one of the biggest reasons high-performing men stay stuck in the cycle of starting strong, falling off, and having to begin again every Monday.

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