EP 76: The 5 Pathways of Self-Control: How Willpower REALLY Shapes Health Habits

We know self-control matters, but how much does it influence LASTING health behavior change? In this episode, host, fitness coach, and mindset expert Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas breaks down new research that identifies the five pathways connecting willpower to better habits: valuation, prioritization, habituation, translation, and inhibition. She shares how each pathway works, why they go far beyond just resisting temptation, and how to use them to help clients build sustainable diet, exercise, and wellness routines.Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TXj9dlu1JmcConnect with me on IG! @coachkaseyjoGoal Clarity Worksheet - FREE DOWNLOADBlog post: The Best Way to Set Goals: Ditching SMART Goals for More Effective Goal-Setting Strategies5 FREE LESSONS in Mindset and Behavior Change Coaching [Waitlist Health Mindset Coaching Certification]: HealthmindsetcertBehavior Change and Mindset Lessons for Health & Fitness CoachesLEAVE A REVIEW, WIN A WORKSHOP! After you leave your review, take a screenshot and upload it to this form to be entered to win: https://forms.clickup.com/10621090/f/a4452-19651/1AZIEQZ9BBSNBGN161Want me to answer your questions on my next Q&A episode? Drop your questions here!