<description>&lt;p&gt;Thanksgiving is right around the corner! &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p data-start="236" data-end="578"&gt;Instead of stretchy pants and self-control guilt, let's go for gratitude! In this episode, w break down the surprising science of willpower, why it drains so fast, why we think we have more than we actually do, and how gratitude can literally replenish the brain's self-control system.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p data-start="580" data-end="595"&gt;You'll learn:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul data-start="596" data-end="1061"&gt; &lt;li data-start="596" data-end="666"&gt; &lt;p data-start="598" data-end="666"&gt;What willpower actually is (and why it's not just "trying harder")&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-start="667" data-end="732"&gt; &lt;p data-start="669" data-end="732"&gt;How decision fatigue drains your ability to make good choices&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-start="733" data-end="814"&gt; &lt;p data-start="735" data-end="814"&gt;Why gratitude calms cravings, reduces impulsivity, and restores mental energy&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-start="815" data-end="890"&gt; &lt;p data-start="817" data-end="890"&gt;The "Gratitude Before Gravy" method to stay intentional at Thanksgiving&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-start="891" data-end="962"&gt; &lt;p data-start="893" data-end="962"&gt;A simple 3-breath gratitude reset that kills cravings in 10 seconds&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-start="963" data-end="1061"&gt; &lt;p data-start="965" data-end="1061"&gt;How spiritual principles like "live in thanksgiving daily" line up perfectly with neuroscience&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p data-start="1063" data-end="1235"&gt;Whether you want to avoid overeating, stay patient with family, or feel lighter emotionally this holiday, this episode gives you a practical roadmap.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p data-start="1237" data-end="1367"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="1237" data-end="1367"&gt;Listen in and learn why gratitude isn't just a warm fuzzy feeling! It's weightlifting for your willpower muscle.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Lifting the Lifter's Podcast

Jessica Rydalch

Gratitude Before Gravy: How Gratitude Boosts Willpower

NOV 21, 202512 MIN
Lifting the Lifter's Podcast

Gratitude Before Gravy: How Gratitude Boosts Willpower

NOV 21, 202512 MIN

Description

Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Instead of stretchy pants and self-control guilt, let's go for gratitude! In this episode, w break down the surprising science of willpower, why it drains so fast, why we think we have more than we actually do, and how gratitude can literally replenish the brain's self-control system. You'll learn: What willpower actually is (and why it's not just "trying harder") How decision fatigue drains your ability to make good choices Why gratitude calms cravings, reduces impulsivity, and restores mental energy The "Gratitude Before Gravy" method to stay intentional at Thanksgiving A simple 3-breath gratitude reset that kills cravings in 10 seconds How spiritual principles like "live in thanksgiving daily" line up perfectly with neuroscience Whether you want to avoid overeating, stay patient with family, or feel lighter emotionally this holiday, this episode gives you a practical roadmap. Listen in and learn why gratitude isn't just a warm fuzzy feeling! It's weightlifting for your willpower muscle.