The Truth About Alcohol (Why Quitting Feels So Hard) 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.