Approaching Lent Differently: Awareness Over Abstinence

In this short, punchy episode of the Do Cool Shit podcast, Meryl explores how to approach Lent from a behavior change perspective — without turning it into another rigid challenge or deprivation experiment.Rather than focusing only on what you’re giving up, this episode invites you to ask a deeper question: Why?If you’re observing Lent this year (or engaging in any kind of challenge), this conversation will help you:Reflect on what you’re actually trying to create space forNotice the unconscious habits you move through on autopilotUse the 40 days as a massive awareness experimentReplace behaviors instead of just removing themBuild flexibility instead of fragile, all-or-nothing systemsAvoid “going feral” on day 41Reintegrate habits in a way that aligns with who you want to beLent doesn’t have to be about punishment, control, or proving your worth through deprivation. It can be an opportunity to build self-trust, curiosity, and sustainable change.If this episode resonated, share it with a friend, someone from church, or anyone observing Lent who might benefit from approaching it differently.As always, cool shit happens when you practice awareness without judgment.Let's Connect:⁠www.wickedironstrength.com⁠Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/merylcbc⁠ & ⁠www.instagram.com/wickedironstrength⁠Email list: ⁠https://go.wickedironstrength.com/newsletter⁠