1000 Days Sober Podcast You Don’t Lack Willpower—You Lack Permission
Jul 2, 2025
Struggling with addiction? It might not be about willpower but understanding your inner resistance. The host shares a personal story of quitting smoking effortlessly by embracing his true self. Instead of battling with shame, he encourages listeners to listen to their resistance. Discover the importance of self-acceptance and how leading from within can free you from the chains of addiction. Relapse doesn’t mean failure; it's an opportunity to learn and grow.
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Freedom Without Willpower
- Lee Davy struggled quitting smoking for years despite trying hard and feeling ashamed.
- After his wife told him she was pregnant, Self showed up and gave permission to quit without craving for 25 years.
Resistance Is Your Real Enemy
- You think you're fighting alcohol, but you're actually battling resistance within yourself.
- Fighting this internal resistance only strengthens it, keeping you stuck.
Listen to Resistance, Don't Fight It
- Resistance isn't a problem to overcome but a protection mechanism to understand.
- Yelling at your resistance parts only strengthens them; listening calms and guides.