The Stoic Handbook with Jon Brooks The 5-Minute Emergency Drill: When the Craving Hits Right Now
Nov 14, 2025
Ever felt overwhelmed by cravings? Discover how to transform those intense urges into moments of reflection. This podcast reveals how to recognize cravings as mere impressions rather than commands. Learn the power of the pause, and how just one minute can provide clarity. The three insightful tests help evaluate your impulses, leading to smart, mindful choices. Whether it's abstaining or indulging, feel empowered to decide with intention. Embrace the strength of your mind when temptation strikes, and reclaim your freedom!
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Pause, Label, And Buy One Minute
- Pause and label the feeling as an appearance, not a fact to break automatic obeying of urges.
- Give yourself one minute of freedom to test the urge before deciding.
Urge As A Wave, You As The Shore
- The urge is a wave and you are the shore, emphasizing transient urges versus stable self.
- This reframing creates psychological distance and restores choice in the gap between stimulus and response.
Run The Three Sharp Tests
- Run three quick tests: control, value, and two-times to evaluate the urge.
- Use these tests to see what's up to you, what wisdom demands, and how present vs future feelings compare.